Legal Question in Employment Law in Arizona

I want to know if the Arizona labor code spells out the right to view my personnel file, including any complaints. If it is spelled out in the code, where can I find it? I've been able to find it in the California code, but not in the Arizona code.

A complaint was filed against me and the action taken by the employer seems inappropriate and it continues to impact my ability to move up and on with this company. I would like to see the actual complaint so I can understand why I am being treated this way. The person who filed that complaint has since been fired, so there can be no issue of retaliation againt him by me. I have a feeling he named others in the complaint, but can't the company just black out those names and give me a copy?


Asked on 9/08/09, 2:04 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Blake Simms W. Blake Simms, P.C.

Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, in Arizona, an employee has no right to view any company files, including personnel information. The only exception to this is for employees of a public entity. If you work for the state, county, or a municipality, you can submit a public records request and usually get your file. Unless you work for the government, then, your employer will have no obligation to turn over the records.

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Answered on 9/13/09, 3:05 pm


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