Arkansas Statutes

§ 5-2-612 — Use of physical force in resisting arrest

Arkansas § 5-2-612

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Ark. Code Ann. § 5-2-612 (2026).

Text

Whether the arrest is lawful or unlawful, a person may not use physical force to resist an arrest by a person who is known or reasonably appears to be a:

(1)Law enforcement officer; or (2) Private citizen directed by a law enforcement officer to assist in effecting an arrest.

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Legislative History

Acts 1975, No. 280, § 512; A.S.A. 1947, § 41-512.

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