23-683. Exemption of claimant from fees; approval required for counsel or agent fee; violation; classification
99 words·~1 min read·
/az/title-23/23-683A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.
A. No individual claiming benefits shall be charged fees of any kind in a proceeding under this chapter by the department or its representatives or by a court or officer thereof.
B. An individual claiming benefits or an employer in a proceeding before the department or a court may be represented by counsel or other duly authorized agent. No such counsel or agent for an individual shall either charge or receive for his services more than an amount approved by the department.
C. Any person who violates any provision of this section is guilty of a class 2 misdemeanor.