25-552. Jurisdiction; priority of action A. The superior court has original jurisdiction in proceedings brought by this state or a person who is owed spousal maintenance to establish, enforce or modify a spousal maintenance obligation. B. Notwithstanding any other statute, actions pursuant to this article have priority over all other civil actions except for child support actions pursuant to section 25-514 or judicial authorization pursuant to section 36-2152.
Arizona Legal Code
§ 25.552
Source: https://www.azleg.gov/ars/25/00552.htm· Version 2026