Audit
Arizona Auditor General
AAG
69/100
Summary
The Arizona Auditor General is appointed by the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and confirmed by concurrent resolution to a five-year term. The office audits state agencies, school districts, counties, and other public entities.
Independence Scorecard
69/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Arizona Revised Statutes, Title 41, Chapter 7, Article 10.1 — Auditor General
- Citation
- Ariz. Rev. Stat. §§ 41-1278 to 41-1279.22
- Full text
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Jurisdiction scope
State agencies, school districts, counties, community colleges