Arkansas § 5-1-104 - Territorial applicability.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-1-104 — Territorial applicability., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-1-104. Territorial applicability.
A person may be convicted under a law of this state of an offense committed by his or her own or another person's conduct for which he or she is legally accountable if: Either the conduct or a result that is an element of the offense occurs within this state; Conduct occurring outside this state constitutes an attempt to commit an offense within this state; Conduct occurring outside this state constitutes a conspiracy to commit an offense within this state and an overt act in furtherance of the conspiracy occurs within this state; Conduct occurring within this state establishes complicity in the commission of, or an attempt, solicitation, or conspiracy to commit, an offense in another jurisdiction that is also an offense under the law of this state; The offense consists of the omission to perform a legal duty imposed by a law of this state based on domicile, residence, or a relationship to a person, thing, or transaction in the state; or The offense is defined by a statute of this state that expressly prohibits conduct outside the state and the conduct bears a reasonable relation to a legitimate interest of this state and the person knows or should know that his or her conduct is likely to affect that legitimate interest of this state. When the offense is homicide, either the death of the victim or the physical contact causing death constitutes a “result” within the meaning of subdivision (a)(1) of this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 5-1-104
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-1-104 cover?
Section 5-1-104 ("Territorial applicability.") 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 § 5-1-104?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-1-104" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arkansas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arkansas attorney.
How does Arkansas § 5-1-104 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arkansas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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