Factors That Affect Pending Felony Charges Several factors determine how long a felony charge can stay pending: Prosecutor discretion — Prosecutors decide when to formally file charges. Court backlog — Heavy dockets in Arkansas courts can slow cases down. Complex investigations — Cases involving forensic evidence or multiple defendants take longer. Statute of limitations — […]
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What Counts as Residential Burglary in Arkansas? Residential burglary occurs when someone unlawfully enters or remains in another person’s home with the intent to commit a crime inside. The law defines “residential occupiable Arkansas law treats burglary with particular severity when it involves someone’s home. Residential burglary isn’t just trespassing — it’s a felony offense
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What Is Theft of Services Under Arkansas Law? A person commits the offense if they intentionally obtain services without authorization or payment. Examples include: Skipping out on a restaurant bill (often called “dine and dash”). Tampering with utility meters to avoid paying for electricity, water, or gas. Staying at a hotel without paying. Using transportation
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CRAIGHEAD COUNTY, Ark—Highland man killed in Highway 18 head-on crash On September 18, 2025 at 9:08 a.m., Arkansas State Police responded to a fatal head-on collision on State Highway 18 at County Road 575 in rural Craighead County. Investigators report that a 2025 Jeep traveling west crossed the center line and collided with a 2022
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