Arkansas § 12-18-203 - Making a false report under this chapter.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-18-203 — Making a false report under this chapter., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-18-203. Making a false report under this chapter.
A person commits the offense of making a false report under this chapter if he or she purposely makes a report containing a false allegation to the Child Abuse Hotline knowing the allegation to be false. A first offense of making a false report under this chapter is a Class A misdemeanor. A subsequent offense of making a false report under this chapter is a Class D felony.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 12-18-203
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-18-203 cover?
Section 12-18-203 ("Making a false report under this chapter.") 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 § 12-18-203?
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