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Ariz. R. Evid. 501 (2026)

Ariz. R. Evid. 501. Privilege in General

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The common law--as interpreted by Arizona courts in the light of reason and experience--governs a claim of privilege unless any of the following provides otherwise:

• the United States or Arizona Constitution;

• an applicable statute; or

• rules prescribed by the Supreme Court.

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Amended Sept. 8, 2011, effective Jan. 1, 2012.