Arkansas § 3-3-311 - Seizure and forfeiture of beverages authorized.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 3-3-311 — Seizure and forfeiture of beverages authorized., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3-3-311. Seizure and forfeiture of beverages authorized.
All spirituous, vinous, or malt liquors or beverages found in the possession of any person violating this or any other alcoholic beverage control law of this state are declared to be contraband and shall be seized and forfeited. Alcoholic or malt beverages subject to confiscation under this subchapter shall include those on which the Arkansas liquor excise tax has been paid as well as those on which the tax has not been paid. The confiscation of alcoholic beverages hereunder shall be in addition to any other criminal penalties now or hereafter prescribed by law.
Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 3-3-311
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 3-3-311 cover?
Section 3-3-311 ("Seizure and forfeiture of beverages authorized.") 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 § 3-3-311?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 3-3-311" (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 § 3-3-311 apply to my situation?
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