Metro Phoenix evictions hit 13-year high on heels of 2 deadly constable shootings

Metro Phoenix eviction filings hit a 13-year high in August. The increase corresponds with deadly Arizona eviction incidents this summer.

The increase corresponds with deadly Arizona incidents this summer involving constables serving tenants documents forcing them to move out.

“What happened to Constable Martinez-Garibay and the other victims in Tucson is horrifying and inexcusable,” said Groninger. Maricopa County eviction filings have climbed above pre-pandemic levels this year. In July, there were 6,504 court filings against tenants. final moratorium ended in August 2021, and Maricopa County evictions have been trending up since then.

The average judgment for Maricopa County eviction filings in July was nearly $3,400, a new record. In 2021, the average judgment amount was $3,277, according to an Arizona Republic investigation.Constables in Arizona are elected and receive training through the Constable Ethics, Standards and Training Board.

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