44-144. Effect of assignment of chose in action upon defenses existing at time of assignment; exceptions An assignment of a chose in action shall not prejudice any set-off or other defense existing at the time of the notice of the assignment. This section shall not apply to a negotiable promissory note or bill of exchange, transferred in good faith and upon good consideration before due except as provided in section 44-145.
Arizona Legal Code
§ 44.144
Source: https://www.azleg.gov/ars/44/00144.htm· Version 2026