Arizona § 45-159 - Conditions of acceptance of permit
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-159 — Conditions of acceptance of permit, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-159. Conditions of acceptance of permit
An applicant accepts a permit to appropriate water upon the condition that no value in excess of the amount paid to the state shall be claimed for the permit or for the rights so acquired when a public authority is regulating or fixing the rate or charges of the services to be rendered by the permittee, his successors or assigns, or when the state, county, city, town, municipal water or irrigation district, or any political subdivision of the state, is seeking to acquire the rights and property of the permittee, his successors or assigns.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 45-159
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-159 cover?
Section 45-159 ("Conditions of acceptance of permit") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 45-159?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-159" (Arizona). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arizona law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arizona official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arizona attorney.
How does Arizona § 45-159 apply to my situation?
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