Application and Instructions for Arizona Attorneys to Gain Admission to Practice is a set of rules and regulations set forth by the Arizona Supreme Court that outlines the requirements for lawyers who wish to practice law in the state of Arizona. This includes information on the educational, professional, and character qualifications that must be met in order to qualify for admission. The application consists of three types of requirements: a written examination, a character and fitness evaluation, and the signing of an attorney's oath. The written examination, also known as the Arizona Bar Examination, is administered twice a year and is designed to test the applicant's knowledge of Arizona law. The exam covers the following topics: civil procedure, criminal law, constitutional law, contracts, torts, evidence, professional responsibility, and real property. Applicants must receive a minimum passing score of 75% in order to be admitted to practice. The character and fitness evaluation is a formal process in which an applicant's moral and ethical character is assessed. This includes an in-depth background check to determine if the applicant is fit to practice law. The evaluation also includes a review of any prior criminal convictions or disciplinary actions taken against the applicant by any court or bar association. The final step in the application process is signing an attorney's oath. This is an oath of office required of all attorneys in the state of Arizona. The oath must be signed in the presence of a notary public or other authorized individual. By completing the Application and Instructions for Arizona Attorneys to Gain Admission to Practice, applicants can become licensed to practice law in the state of Arizona.