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Incomplete written instrument in Arizona Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session

In Arizona criminal law, “Incomplete written instrument” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Arizona criminal code.

What does “Incomplete written instrument” mean in Arizona criminal law?

"Incomplete written instrument" means a written instrument that contains some matter by way of content or authentication but that requires additional matter to render it a complete written instrument. 10. (A.R.S. § 13-2001)

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