A.R.S. § 13-4261: Law enforcement officer; affidavit; definition

A. If a prosecutor charges a criminal offense by complaint, the prosecutor may attach an affidavit of a law enforcement officer or employee that swears on information and belief to the accuracy of the complaint in lieu of making an oath before a magistrate.

B. For the purposes of this section, "complaint" means a written statement of the essential facts constituting a public offense.