Arkansas § 14-54-1502 - Common nuisance declared.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-54-1502 — Common nuisance declared., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-54-1502. Common nuisance declared.
Conduct within a municipality that unreasonably interferes with the use and enjoyment of lands of another, including conduct on property which disturbs the peaceful, quiet, and undisturbed use and enjoyment of nearby property, constitutes a common nuisance. For purposes of this subchapter, a common nuisance shall not include conduct which is permitted by and in conformance with city ordinances. A common nuisance shall include any three (3) separate district court convictions of health and safety code violations with respect to any one (1) lot or parcel of property within a one-year period or one (1) such conviction if the offense constitutes an imminent threat to the health, safety, or welfare of any citizen. Such conduct is declared to be detrimental to the law-abiding citizens of the municipality and may be subject to an injunction, a court-ordered eviction, or a cause of action for damages as provided for in this subchapter.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 14-54-1502
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 14-54-1502 cover?
Section 14-54-1502 ("Common nuisance declared.") 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 § 14-54-1502?
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