Discover the legal history of Arizona through the 1919–1920 Attorney General’s opinions.
This volume collects the syllabi and full texts of official opinions issued from January 1, 1919, to December 31, 1920, offering a window into how state law was interpreted and applied during this period.
The book presents a focused, primary-source view of early 20th‑century Arizona law. It documents official guidance on corporate regulation, public instruction, taxation, gambling, inheritances, water rights, and the operations of state institutions, among other topics. Readers will see how the attorney general’s office interpreted statutes, answered questions from state and local officials, and helped shape legal practice in the state.
What you’ll experience
- Direct excerpts of opinions spanning corporate law, public administration, and civil codes
- Context about how legal questions were framed and answered by the Attorney General
- Examples of state-level guidance on taxation, elections, and public welfare
- Insights into the administration of law in Arizona during 1919–1920
Ideal for researchers of legal history, government documents, or Arizona’s early state governance, this edition is a valuable reference for understanding how law was interpreted and implemented in a formative era.