Arizona Rules of Procedure for Eviction Actions – 2026
Rules of Procedure for Eviction Actions covering forcible and special detainer actions in superior and justice courts in Arizona.
Browse all 23 rules of the 2026 edition below. Each rule includes the full text, a plain-English summary, committee notes, amendment history, and cross-references to related rules. Use the search box to find rules by keyword or number.
Rule 1
Title and Scope of Rules
Rule 2
Construction of Rules
Rule 3
Computation of Time; Shortening or Extension of Time
Rule 4
Duties of Parties and Attorneys
Rule 5
Summons and Complaint; Issuance, Content and Service of Process
Rule 6
Service of Pleadings, Other Papers and Orders After Complaint
Rule 6.1
Electronic Signatures and Electronic Notarizations
Rule 7
Answers
Rule 8
Counterclaims and Consolidation
Rule 9
Motions
Rule 10
Disclosure
Rule 11
Initial Appearance and Trial Procedures
Rule 12
Trial by Jury
Rule 13
Entry of Judgment and Relief Granted
Rule 14
Writs of Restitution
Rule 15
Relief from Judgment or Order
Rule 16
Transfer of Cases from Justice to Superior Court
Rule 17
Appeals
Rule 18
Definitions
Rule 19
Miscellaneous
Rule 20
Sealing Records
Rule 21
Retention and Disposition of Evidence and Illustrative Aids
Appendix A
Residential Eviction Information Sheet (Publication and Distribution Required by th...