§ 31.3.2.3.2 Primary Jurisdiction.

• Jurisdiction: Arizona

§ 31.3.2.3.2 Primary Jurisdiction. “The doctrine of primary jurisdiction is a judicial device by which the power to make initial determinations is allocated between courts and agencies.” J. W. Hancock Enters., Inc. v. Ariz. State Registrar of Contractors, 142 Ariz. 400, 408, 690 P.2d 119, 127 (App. 1984). The doctrine of primary jurisdiction states that when a statute places certain issues within the authority of an administrative agency for resolution, the agency should be given the initial opportunity to hear and resolve them before judicial inquiry is initiated. Minor v. Cochise County, 125 Ariz. 170, 172...