What is the Arizona statute for the protection of trade secrets?

The correct statute for the protection of trade secrets in Arizona is A.R.S. § 44-401. This statute defines what constitutes a trade secret and outlines the measures that can be taken to protect such information from misappropriation. A trade secret is generally understood as information that derives independent economic value from not being generally known to, or readily ascertainable by, others who can obtain economic value from its disclosure or use.

The statute establishes that misappropriation of a trade secret can occur through improper means, including theft, bribery, or breach of a duty to maintain secrecy. It serves to protect businesses by allowing them to seek legal remedies if their trade secrets are unlawfully disclosed or used without consent.

Other statutes mentioned, such as A.R.S. § 44-402, A.R.S. § 44-403, and A.R.S. § 44-404, are related to the broader context of business regulations and intellectual property but do not specifically define or focus on the legal framework surrounding trade secrets in Arizona.