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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...
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...
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,...
Supervised release was initially intended to be used sparingly to balance public safety with rehabilitation for those re-entering society after incarceration. Over time, it became a burden for low-risk individuals because it gradually got tucked into more and more...
The First Step Act was signed into law by President Donald Trump in December 2018. This was a milestone in criminal justice reform. This bipartisan legislation aimed to improve prison conditions and revisit sentencing laws. A highly significant change resulted in...
Navigating the complexities of being under criminal investigation is inherently stressful. If you are currently under investigation and your situation involves allegations of drug crimes within the framework of a larger conspiracy, you are likely feeling overwhelmed....
In theory, police lineups might seem like a straightforward way to identify suspects in crimes in Arkansas. However, there are reasons why they are not reliable. These problems make lineups sketchy. How police lineups work Depending on the situation, a police lineup...
Crimes vary in their degree of seriousness, and someone charged with petty shoplifting won’t face the same potential consequences as someone committing grand larceny. In Arkansas, the state looks at the specifics of residential burglary cases. While all burglary...