This bill proposes several updates to the current statutes regarding residential landlord and tenant laws in Arizona. It modifies the process for issuing summons in cases of forcible entry or detainer by ensuring that summons are issued not later than the next judicial day after a complaint is filed. Additionally, it requires that if the summons is served by posting, the server must photograph the posting with an embedded time and date stamp and submit it electronically to the court's records. The bill also clarifies the timeline for the tenant's receipt of the summons, stating that they are deemed to have received it three days after mailing if personal service is attempted, and it mandates that a copy of the summons be posted at the tenant's residence.

Furthermore, the bill amends the timeline for trials related to material and irreparable breaches, stipulating that the trial date must be set not later than the third day following the filing of the complaint. If the court finds that a material and irreparable breach occurred, it is required to order restitution in favor of the plaintiff within a specified timeframe of twelve to twenty-four hours. Overall, these changes aim to streamline the legal process for landlords and tenants while ensuring proper documentation and timely resolutions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 12-1175, 33-1377