Arizona legal term
Official proceeding in Arizona Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session
In Arizona criminal law, “Official proceeding” 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 “Official proceeding” mean in Arizona criminal law?
"Official proceeding" means a proceeding heard before any legislative, judicial, administrative or other governmental agency or official authorized to hear evidence under oath. 3. (A.R.S. § 13-2801)
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