Arkansas § 12-12-1713 - Immunity for investigation participants.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-12-1713 — Immunity for investigation participants., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-12-1713. Immunity for investigation participants.
Any person, official, or institution acting in good faith in the making of a report, the taking of a photograph, or the removal of a maltreated person under this subchapter shall have immunity from liability and suit for damages, civil or criminal, that otherwise might result by reason of those actions. The good faith of any person required to report a case of adult maltreatment or long-term care facility resident maltreatment shall be presumed.
Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 12-12-1713
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-12-1713 cover?
Section 12-12-1713 ("Immunity for investigation participants.") 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 § 12-12-1713?
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