Arizona legal term
Seeks medical assistance in Arizona Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Arizona legislative session
In Arizona criminal law, “Seeks 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 “Seeks medical assistance” mean in Arizona criminal law?
"Seeks medical assistance" means to call 911 or otherwise contact law enforcement, poison control or a hospital emergency department. (A.R.S. § 13-3423)
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