Ariz. Rev. Stat. § 12-1183
Proceedings no bar to certain actions
Operative Text
The proceedings under a forcible entry or forcible detainer shall not bar an action for trespass, damages, waste, rent or mesne profits.
Under A.R.S. § 12-1171 et seq. § 12-1183, completing or pursuing a forcible entry or forcible detainer proceeding does not extinguish or prevent separate civil claims related to the same situation, such as actions for trespass, property damage, waste, unpaid rent, or mesne profits (the value of use and occupation during a period of wrongful possession). Each type of legal claim remains independently available even after the eviction proceeding concludes. This provision preserves the distinct nature of possession disputes versus monetary or property-harm claims.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers operating under Arizona law should be aware that A.R.S. § 12-1171 et seq. § 12-1183 keeps the door open for additional civil actions beyond a forcible detainer case. A compliant and informed operator typically documents property damage, unpaid rent, and any unauthorized occupation throughout the tenancy, since those records may support separate claims for damages, waste, or mesne profits that survive the eviction proceeding. Maintaining thorough records of the property's condition and rental payment history is a practice consistent with preserving rights under this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
A.R.S. § 12-1171 et seq. § 12-1183 means that a landlord who has already pursued or completed a forcible entry or detainer action against a tenant may still bring additional civil claims—such as for unpaid rent, property damage, or mesne profits—in a separate proceeding. Tenants facing such follow-on claims after an eviction case should understand that the prior proceeding's outcome does not automatically resolve these additional matters. Consulting a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider familiar with Arizona housing law can help tenants understand how this provision may affect their situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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