Arkansas § 14-52-302 - Definitions.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-52-302 — Definitions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-52-302. Definitions.
As used in this subchapter: “Complainant” means the person or persons providing the information constituting the basis for official departmental charges alleging improper conduct; “Formal proceeding” means a proceeding heard before any officer, committee, or other body of city government with the authority to take disciplinary action against a law enforcement officer; “Law enforcement officer” means any public servant vested by law with a duty to maintain order or to make arrests for offenses; and “Official departmental charges” means a written document from the chief of police or other lawful authority notifying the accused law enforcement officer that charges of misconduct have been made and setting forth the specifics of the alleged misconduct.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 14-52-302
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-52-302 cover?
Section 14-52-302 ("Definitions.") 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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