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family law and more for Arkansas clients.
You are facing a custody decision and bracing yourself to prove that you deserve time with your child. Many parents assume the court begins by favoring one side, usually the mother. Arkansas law changed that in 2021, and knowing where a judge actually starts can...
Most Arkansas medical marijuana patients assume that an active card protects them anywhere, anytime. The reality on the road is very different. State traffic laws and federal firearm rules draw strict lines that catch many responsible cardholders off guard. Relying on...
Many parents don’t realize students can be questioned at school about suspected crimes. School officials and law enforcement officers often speak to kids without calling home first. Principals may interview students about school rule violations without notifying...
The hardest part of a DWI arrest may come after the flashing lights disappear. At first, the situation can seem limited to an arrest, a charge and a court date. Then a notice arrives about a driver's license suspension. A prior DWI suddenly matters. A detail about the...
Few Saturdays match the energy of a Razorbacks home game. Tailgates start early, fans pack the streets and excitement builds throughout the day. At the same time, police increase patrols across Fayetteville and game day arrests often rise along with the crowds. A...
Knowing how to respond when an officer asks to search your car can help you protect your rights while avoiding unnecessary conflict during a traffic stop. Not every request gives police the automatic right to inspect your vehicle, so it is important to understand your...
Drunken driving in Arkansas is a crime bigger than you may realize. A single offense carries long-term consequences you might not have known about. First-time offenders may face mandatory legal penalties for drunken driving offenses. Are you aware of the legal details...
Domestic violence cases in Arkansas can become especially complicated when an alleged victim later changes their story or asks that charges be dropped. Many people assume that a recantation of initially damning allegations automatically ends the prosecution of an...
Even after divorce, you may have to continue sharing decisions about your children's daily lives with your ex-spouse. You may still need to discuss schedules, school events, health needs and activities. Clear communication could make those exchanges less tense and...
An arrest or court order in a family dispute can change your gun rights fast. Judges act to reduce risk while the case moves forward. You can protect yourself when you know exactly when surrender rules apply and how the process works. Before you move a single firearm,...