Arkansas § 14-52-102 - Authorized in towns.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-52-102 — Authorized in towns., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-52-102. Authorized in towns.
The governing body of any incorporated town may establish a police department for the town, prescribe its duties, and define its powers in such manner as will most effectively preserve the peace of the town, secure the citizens thereof from personal violence, and safeguard their property from unlawful deprivations.
Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 14-52-102
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-52-102 cover?
Section 14-52-102 ("Authorized in towns.") 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.
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