Arizona Promissory Note
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Arizona Legal Requirements
Key AZ statutes and obligations that apply to your promissory note.
Requirements
- Must include: principal amount, interest rate, repayment schedule, and maturity date
- Governed by ARS § 44-1201 et seq. and the Uniform Commercial Code as adopted in Arizona
- Maximum interest rate: 10% per year unless a higher rate is expressly agreed in writing
- For consumer loans above $10,000, the agreed rate may exceed 10% if in writing
- Secured notes must reference and attach the security agreement or deed of trust
- Notarization is not required but recommended for notes secured by real property
Restrictions & Limits
- Arizona usury law limits interest to 10%/year for non-commercial loans without a written agreement
- Confession of judgment clauses are unenforceable in Arizona consumer transactions
- Prepayment penalties must be expressly stated — courts disfavor them in consumer notes
Official Statute References
Primary Arizona statutes governing this document type.
Arizona Promissory Note FAQ
Common questions about promissory notes under Arizona law.
What is the maximum interest rate on a promissory note in Arizona?
Arizona's legal rate is 10% per year (ARS § 44-1201). Parties may agree in writing to a higher rate. For business-to-business loans, the contracted rate is enforceable without an upper cap. Consumer loan rates above 36% may face scrutiny under federal law.
Does an Arizona promissory note need to be notarized?
Notarization is not required for a promissory note to be valid in Arizona. However, if the note is secured by real property (deed of trust), the deed of trust must be notarized and recorded with the county recorder.
What is the statute of limitations on a promissory note in Arizona?
Under ARS § 12-548, the statute of limitations on a written contract (including a promissory note) is 6 years from the date of breach. The clock restarts if the debtor makes a partial payment or acknowledges the debt in writing.
Can a promissory note be transferred to another person?
Yes. A properly drafted promissory note is a negotiable instrument under Arizona's UCC (ARS § 47-3104). The payee can transfer (endorse) it to a third party, who then has the right to collect. To restrict transferability, include a 'non-negotiable' clause.
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