I would not expect to see any jail time given the facts you have listed here. I would expect a fine of a few hundred dollars and in a worst case...

No. Individuals don't press charges. The state of Arkansas presses charges. Typically, once the police are called it is out of the victim's...

What is legal when it comes to sexual relationships in arkansas?

The age of consent in Arkansas is 16 years old. There are exceptions for people in place of trust or authority over the child that can raise the...

May I tape-record a public homeowners association meeting in Arkansas?

In Arkansas all that is required is for one party (namely you) to know that a conversation is being recorded. You are under no duty to inform her....

Calculating Criminal History Points?

Most likely he will receive 1 point for the 1 felony conviction. Consult the guidelines set out by the Arkansas Sentencing Commission if you are...

I have a friend who went to prison for probation revocation. He was sentenced 5 years. How much of this time will he have to s

It really depends on what crime he was originally charged with. The lowest level offenses in Arkansas have a 1/6 time parole eligibility. Many...

Can i get a felony travel pass to go from AR to MO for christmas ?

Probably yes. I'm assuming that you are being supervised under probation or parole. Just speak with your PO about it. It is routine to grant...

Age of consent is 16 years old in Arkansas. Unless the defendant was in a position of trust or authority over the victim. I would not expect an...

The trouble is that in Arkansas a 4th DWI within a 5 year period is charged as a felony. A savvy lawyer can sometimes find a way to keep it in the...

Can the state use arresting officer as a witness after a nolle prosequi was utilized?

Yes. The state can "re-file" the charge within one year. A nol pros is not the same as a dismissal.