Common Law of Arizona
The published record identifies Arizona’s historical adoption of the common law and directs readers to the linked judicial sources.
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The Common Law
What Is the Law in Your State?
The existing record states that Arizona first adopted the common law through the Howell Code and links the authorities below for direct review.
The common law of England, so far as it is not repugnant to, or inconsistent with, the Constitution and laws of the United States or the constitution or laws of this state, is adopted and shall be the rule of decision in all courts of this state.
Pleak v. Entrada Property Owners' Association
The existing page quotes Arizona authority describing the common law, when not inconsistent with controlling constitutions or statutes, as a rule of decision in Arizona courts.
Sovereignty and the People
The existing page reproduces a historical discussion distinguishing sovereign power from the machinery of government and provides source links for direct reading.
