Arkansas § 12-12-1201 - Authorization.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-12-1201 — Authorization., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-12-1201. Authorization.
The Arkansas Crime Information Center is authorized to develop and operate a computerized victim notification system which shall provide: A mechanism for victims of criminal offenses or the victim's next of kin to access information about proceedings in the criminal justice and corrections systems by use of a twenty-four-hour toll-free in-watts telephone service; and Automatic notification by computerized telephone service to the victims of criminal offenses or the victim's next of kin of: An inmate's, parolee's, or probationer's status, including the location of the inmate, parolee, or probationer; and A person's release or modification of a conditional release from the custody of the Arkansas State Hospital, a local or regional hospital, a local or regional mental health facility, or a local or regional jail to which the person has been committed by a court when the person committed a criminal act against the victim but was adjudicated in the criminal case to have a mental disease or defect under § 5-2-301 et seq.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 12-12-1201
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-12-1201 cover?
Section 12-12-1201 ("Authorization.") 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 § 12-12-1201?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-12-1201" (Arkansas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arkansas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arkansas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arkansas attorney.
How does Arkansas § 12-12-1201 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arkansas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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