Arkansas § 12-6-303 - Use of number of arrests.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-6-303 — Use of number of arrests., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-6-303. Use of number of arrests.
No state or local agency employing law enforcement officers engaged in the enforcement of any motor vehicle traffic laws may use the number of arrests or citations issued by a law enforcement officer as the sole criterion for promotion, demotion, or dismissal, or the earning of any benefit provided by the agency. Any such arrests or citations and their ultimate dispositions may only be considered in evaluating the overall performance of a law enforcement officer.
Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 12-6-303
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-6-303 cover?
Section 12-6-303 ("Use of number of arrests.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 12-6-303?
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Is this the official text of Arkansas law?
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