Arkansas § 12-64-502 - Charges and specifications.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-64-502 — Charges and specifications., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12-64-502. Charges and specifications.
Charges and specifications shall be signed by a person subject to this code under oath before a person authorized by this code to administer oaths and shall state: That the signer has personal knowledge of, or has investigated the matters set forth therein; and That they are true in fact to the best of his or her knowledge and belief. Upon the preferring of charges: The proper authority shall take immediate steps to determine what disposition should be made thereof in the interest of justice and discipline; and The person accused shall be informed of the charges against him or her as soon as practicable.
Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 12-64-502
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-64-502 cover?
Section 12-64-502 ("Charges and specifications.") 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 § 12-64-502?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 12-64-502" (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?
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How does Arkansas § 12-64-502 apply to my situation?
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