Arizona § 48-686 - Canvass of returns
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-686 — Canvass of returns, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48-686. Canvass of returns
The governing body shall canvass the returns and declare the result of the election. If it is found by the governing body that a majority of the real property taxpayers who are qualified electors of the municipality voting thereon assent to the issuance of the bonds, the governing body shall provide for the issuance of the bonds. The determination of the governing body that a majority of the qualified real property taxpayers voting thereon has assented to the issuance of the bonds shall be conclusive in any action or proceeding involving the validity of such election or the determination or declaration of the result thereof instituted after the date of the payment for and delivery of the bonds.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 48-686
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-686 cover?
Section 48-686 ("Canvass of returns") 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 § 48-686?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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