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AZ SB1211
Bill
Status
3/28/2023
Primary Sponsor
Ken Bennett
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AI Summary
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Amends A.R.S. § 11-532 to clarify county attorney duties and powers as the public prosecutor and legal advisor to county government.
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Adds requirement that county attorney representation of school districts and community college districts be "based on the availability of staff and if there is no conflict of interest."
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Allows county attorney to represent school district governing board members in individual capacity lawsuits until it is established that the alleged activity fell outside the scope of their official duties.
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Permits county attorneys to provide civil legal services to other counties or political subdivisions through intergovernmental agreements, with payment terms and scope of representation specified in the agreement.
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Defines "general counsel" for purposes of the statute to include elected or appointed county, city, or town attorneys.
Legislative Description
County attorney; representation; duties
Duties
Last Action
Chapter 8
3/28/2023