# Ariz. Const. art. 20, § 8: Ariz. Const. art. 20, § 8. English language

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SCONST_AZ_A20_S8

## Section

- **Citation:** Ariz. Const. art. 20, § 8
- **Heading:** Ariz. Const. art. 20, § 8. English language
- **Jurisdiction:** Arizona
- **Kind:** Constitutions
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Article 20 / Section 8

## Text

Eighth. Eighth. The ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language sufficiently well to conduct the duties of the office without the aid of an interpreter, shall be a necessary qualification for all state officers and members of the state legislature.

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