Most states have laws that require employers to pay employees their wages with some minimum frequency—usually either twice a month (semi-monthly) or every other week (bi-weekly)—and some states require weekly or monthly payment of wages.

These laws are known as payday laws and also dictate when an employee who has been fired/terminated or quit must be paid their final paycheck—in some states, immediately; in some states within a certain number of days; and in some states on the next regularly-scheduled payday.

Payday laws vary from state to state and are usually included in a state’s statutes—often in the labor code or other statutes governing employer-employee relations.

In Arizona, the state's payday laws are outlined in the Arizona Revised Statutes, specifically under Title 23 (Labor), Chapter 4 (Employment Security), Article 6 (Payment of Wages). According to these statutes, employers are required to pay their employees at least twice a month, with paydays being no more than 16 days apart. Furthermore, when an employee is terminated or quits, Arizona law mandates that the final paycheck must be paid no later than the next regular payday. If the employee is fired, the employer may be required to pay the final wages within a shorter time frame. It's important for employers to adhere to these regulations to avoid potential legal issues. Employees who do not receive their final wages in a timely manner may file a claim with the Arizona Labor Department or seek legal counsel.