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SB 1178

landlord tenant; judgment; fees; satisfaction.

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Lela Alston and 2 co-sponsors

SB 1178 modifies Arizona landlord-tenant judgment procedures, fee assessments, and satisfaction requirements affecting tenant records and rental access.

Senate Second Reading
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Bill Summary · SB 1178

Legislative bill overview

SB 1178 modifies Arizona's landlord-tenant laws regarding court judgments, fees, and satisfaction procedures. The bill appears to address how judgments are recorded, satisfied, and what fees can be assessed in landlord-tenant disputes. While the specific amendments aren't detailed in the provided information, the focus on "satisfaction" suggests changes to how judgments are resolved and cleared from a tenant's record.

Why is this important

Landlord-tenant judgment laws directly affect housing access and financial records for thousands of Arizonans. Eviction judgments can remain on records for years, making it difficult for tenants to secure future housing or credit. Changes to judgment satisfaction procedures could impact both tenant housing prospects and landlord collection practices.

Potential points of contention

  • Tenant record clearing: Disputes may arise over how quickly judgments can be satisfied and removed from tenant records, affecting future rental eligibility
  • Fee allocation: Disagreement over which party bears court costs, attorney fees, or administrative fees in landlord-tenant cases
  • Judgment collection: Questions about how judgment modifications affect landlords' ability to recover unpaid rent or damages from tenants

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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