Arkansas § 14-52-204 - Power to arrest.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-52-204 — Power to arrest., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-52-204. Power to arrest.
In a municipality, the mayor or a police officer of the city may arrest upon view a person whom he or she has probable cause to believe is guilty of a breach of the ordinances of the city or of a crime against the laws of the state and, upon reasonable information supported by affidavit, may procure process for the arrest of a person who may be charged with a breach of an ordinance of the city.
Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 14-52-204
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-52-204 cover?
Section 14-52-204 ("Power to arrest.") 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 § 14-52-204?
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