Arizona Holdover tenants
What happens if a tenant stays after the lease ends in Arizona?
If a tenant stays without consent after the lease ends, the landlord may sue for possession. For a willful, bad-faith holdover, the landlord may also recover the greater of up to two months' rent or twice actual damages.
Verified Source: A.R.S. § 33-1375(C) · last checked 2026-10-23
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