Arizona Laws 12-2029. Disobedience of writ; classification
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A. If a person upon whom the peremptory writ of mandate has been personally served, without just excuse, knowingly fails or refuses to obey the writ, such person is guilty of a class 3 misdemeanor and the court may make any orders necessary and proper for complete enforcement of the writ.
Attorney's Note
Under the Arizona Laws, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class 3 misdemeanor | up to 30 days | up to $500 |
Terms Used In Arizona Laws 12-2029
- Person: includes a corporation, company, partnership, firm, association or society, as well as a natural person. See Arizona Laws 1-215
- Writ: A formal written command, issued from the court, requiring the performance of a specific act.
- Writ: means an order or precept in writing issued in the name of the state or by a court or judicial officer. See Arizona Laws 1-215
B. If a fine is imposed upon an officer who draws a salary from the state or a county, a certified copy of the order shall be forwarded to the department of administration or board of supervisors as the case may be, and the amount of the fine shall be retained from the salary of such officer.