Is CLE mandatory in Arizona?

Yes — Arizona requires 15 hours per educational year (July–June), with the specialty hours and format rules broken down in the facts card at the top of this page. Verify current details with the official source linked there, since requirements change.

How many CLE hours do I need in Arizona?

15 hrs / educational year (Jul 1–Jun 30), with ethics / professional responsibility: 3 hours. Details and current rules at azbar.org (State Bar of Arizona MCLE).

Can I get free CLE credit in Arizona?

A meaningful share, yes — free accredited programming from Justia Connect, the platform CLE calendars, and bar programs covers general hours easily; specialty categories take more deliberate hunting. Always confirm Arizona accreditation per course.

When is the Arizona CLE deadline?

Hours by June 30; affidavit by September 15. The educational year (July–June) controls which year a program counts toward — not the affidavit date.

Do technology and practice-management courses count for CLE in Arizona?

Yes — Arizona credits practice-management and technology programming toward general hours, in live or self-study formats. Its regulatory innovation posture extends to friendly treatment of tech education.

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