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A. Complaints stating misdemeanor charges laid before a magistrate under the provisions of § 13-3898, or filed with the magistrate under the provisions of § 13-3903 need not be sworn to if they contain a form of certification by the arresting officer in substance as follows:
“I hereby certify that I have reasonable grounds to believe and do believe that the person cited herein committed the offense described herein contrary to law.”
B. A false certification under the provisions of subsection A of this section shall constitute perjury.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Arizona Revised Statutes Title 13. Criminal Code § 13-3899. Complaint need not be verified - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/az/title-13-criminal-code/az-rev-st-sect-13-3899/
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