A tenant in possession in good faith, under a lease or license from another, is not liable beyond the rent in arrears at the time the action is brought, and that which afterward accrues during continuance of his possession.

Terms Used In Arizona Laws 12-1257

  • Action: includes any matter or proceeding in a court, civil or criminal. See Arizona Laws 1-215
  • Continuance: Putting off of a hearing ot trial until a later time.
  • Lease: A contract transferring the use of property or occupancy of land, space, structures, or equipment in consideration of a payment (e.g., rent). Source: OCC