By William James | Published September 15, 2021 | Posted in Criminal Law | Tagged Tags: cash bail, cashless bail, misdemeanor | Comments Off on Arkansas Legislature Considering an End to Cash Bail in Most Misdemeanor Cases
A bill under consideration in the Arkansas legislature could change how the state’s criminal courts handle bail in many cases. If the measure is enacted, individuals charged with most misdemeanor offenses could become eligible to remain free simply by promising they will appear on their scheduled hearing dates, without having to post a bond. This Read More
Read MoreLike it or not, possession of marijuana is still illegal in Arkansas and there are substantial penalties, depending on whether you were holding the drug for personal use or for resale and whether you have a prior record. On the lowest end, possession of four ounces or less of marijuana is a misdemeanor, which can Read More
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