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Arizona Court Rules
Rules of Civil Procedure for the Superior Courts of Arizona
Commencing an Action; Service of Process, Pleadings, Motions, and Orders; Duties of Counsel
Rule 3 - Commencing an Action

Ariz. R. Civ. P. 3

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As amended through December 6, 2023
Rule 3 - Commencing an Action

A civil action is commenced by filing a complaint with the court.

Ariz. R. Civ. P. 3

Amended effective 1/1/2017.