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Medical assistance in Arizona Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session

In Arizona criminal law, “Medical assistance” 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 “Medical assistance” mean in Arizona criminal law?

"Medical assistance" means aid provided by a health care professional who is licensed, registered or certified in this state, who is acting within the health care professional's scope of practice and who provides a diagnosis, treatment or other medical service. 2. (A.R.S. § 13-3423)

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.