Under state law you can carry concealed with or without a license in all but government owned places.
For all the caveats, see this blog:
http://www.arkansaslawking.com/where-can-you-carry-a-gun-in-arkansas/
But there have been two court cases since this blog and the... Read more »
Yes and another case came down Thursday confirming that again. These police officers broke the law and your friend could probably sue them. I defend these cases and sue over constitutional violations, another attorney and I just won this case:
See:... Read more »
The information below is a general statement regarding autopsy reports. There are forms on the Arkansas State Crime Lab Website that may assist you in obtaining the report. Typically, once the autopsy report is released to Law Enforcement Officials the information is public and you can use the... Read more »
How to make claim of status as a free man and only acting agent of said entity
This is sovereign citizen nonsense. Do yourself a favor and forget it and move on.
Also has a 10 year old daughter living with her. What are the penalties?
I hope you don't turn them in because that is such a dumb law. I don't know what the penalties are, probably a small fine.
False my title
If you think do, then consult with an attorney in person
Under current Arkansas law, if I believed that someone were attempting to steal my vehicle which is parked under my carport at my home, would the use of deadly force be justified?
No, because you believe they are attempting to steal the vehicle. If you reasonably believe force is necessary to prevent death or great bodily harm, then, you are in a MUCH better position. The carport is likely considered curtilage (basically, an extension of the home) but the main issue is... Read more »
A off duty police officer set up a meeting with my niece to talk to her. she stopped her the day before. The officer was intimate with by niece boyfriend and thought my niece knew about the relationship. My niece didn't know anything. The traffic stop was full of open threats from the officer... Read more »
There is no way a comprehensive answer can be provided here.
You need to retain counsel
He had been convicted of a similar offence. He was never even questioned. No action was taken
And your question is.
The police have full discretion
I have been banned from a website for "hate speech". Given that the SCOTUS has ruled that "hate speech" was protected under the 1st Amendment, as well as Judge Naomi Buchwald ruling that the President's Twitter is a "public forum" so he cannot ban people, as well... Read more »
Private entities can't violate your rights to free speech. Exceptions would include things like the government is using a Facebook page and then blocks you from that Facebook page. Unless you're more specific, what you have described does not sound like a free speech violation.
She's facing multiple drug charges and failure to appear charge. She has medical issues and only began to get in trouble since this January. I can't find anyone to help. I believe that she was coerced into some things. Her history is that of abuse and neglect. She had a really bad head... Read more »
I'll tell you that the Public Defenders who I deal with are excellent at their jobs. No, they do not have a lot of time for hand-holding. They certainly not available for family or boyfriends. Lawyers are not able to do pro bono work for criminal cases because there is the Public... Read more »
Can I get compensated for them using me in a story it label me ignorant and poor.
This question doesn't belong in any of these categories. You may have a civil cause of action for defamation. You should consult with a litigation attorney who specializes in defamation. Here is some more information about defamation:... Read more »
In my bag...I got arrested for nothing and then they planted meth in the cop car and said it was mine...can I sue the city?
Only if you get a not guilty on the criminal charges and only if the people who helped planted the drugs were city employees.
Probably can't sue the city unless you can prove they had a custom or policy of doing this. However you would be able to sue the individuals responsible and... Read more »
A person my girlfriend is afraid of is in Pulaski county I was wondering what Arkansas act 3 2768 is about
A motion for an "Act 3" review is a request that a person charged with an offense is interviewed by a mental health professional to determine if the person charged is mentally fit to proceed in a criminal case.
There is no constitutional right to drive. Driving is a privilege. That means you have to do what it takes to have the license and follow the rules. If you driver's license is suspended, you may be able to get a permit to drive to work, school, medical, lawyer, etc. You will have to visit... Read more »
My son took mega death hot sauce to school and got suspended for 3 days for subversion because other teenagers tried it and got sick. I asked for the item back and the school said it was confiscated and used a police officer to stop me from taking it. My son did bring the hot sauce but did not... Read more »
They have to intend to permanently deprive you of the hot sauce in order to violate your property rights.
I have no idea if they can suspend over hot sauce or not, but it sounds ridiculous.
I have Power of Attorney for My fiancé, how do I go about helping him to get a Terroristic Act that he did not commit (sealed) from his record? He did not commit the crime & the person who actually did do it, attended the hearing and testified that he did it and not my fiancé. Currently my... Read more »
If it is a misdemeanor conviction you have at least 90 days of waiting after you file for the expungement (in this case, a seal) before it is granted, if it even would be with pending charges. If it is a felony then you might have other issues you will run into that will prevent you from sealing... Read more »
I plan on getting my CCW permit in the next month or two but I am broke right now. Can I carry my pistol concealed if it is unloaded in my holster and the magazine is in a separate pocket?
As long as you haven't been convicted of any disqualifying crimes, you can carry a gun openly and loaded just avoid colleges, publicly owned buildings, areas around k through 12 schools, places with signs prohibiting weapons, and the parking lots of those areas and you'll be fine.... Read more »
Parents need not be present while school officials are asking questions of a student in most cases. However, if the questioning was by the police or your child was in police custody, constitutional protections may be triggered. You may want to consult a local criminal lawyer about the specific... Read more »
You should consult an education or criminal lawyer to discuss the specific details of your case. The answer to your question will depend on who did the questioning, how the questioning was conducted, whether the minor was in custody and the minor's mental capacity. The safeguards in place for... Read more »
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