# Az. Const. art. XX, § 8: AZ Const., Article XX, Section 8

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/SCONST_AZ_AXX_S8

## Section

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

## Text

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. Location of state capital

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