The Arizona Petition to Authorize Physician to Perform Abortion is a document that is used to obtain permission from the court for a physician to perform an abortion. This document must be signed by the woman seeking the abortion, the physician performing the abortion, and the person authorizing the abortion. The petition must be filed in the county court where the abortion will take place. The petition must include the name, age, address, and marital status of the patient, as well as the name, address, and qualifications of the physician performing the abortion. It must also state the specific reasons why the abortion is medically necessary and the patient's understanding of the risks and alternatives. The petition must also include a statement from the patient that she understands the risks and consequences of the procedure. There are two types of Arizona Petition to Authorize Physician to Perform Abortion: the Judicial Bypass Petition and the Medical Exemption Petition. The Judicial Bypass Petition is used when a minor is seeking an abortion without parental consent. The Medical Exemption Petition is used when a woman is seeking an abortion due to a medical emergency or other medical necessity.