Arkansas § 5-2-403 - Accomplices.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-2-403 — Accomplices., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-2-403. Accomplices.
A person is an accomplice of another person in the commission of an offense if, with the purpose of promoting or facilitating the commission of an offense, the person: Solicits, advises, encourages, or coerces the other person to commit the offense; Aids, agrees to aid, or attempts to aid the other person in planning or committing the offense; or Having a legal duty to prevent the commission of the offense, fails to make a proper effort to prevent the commission of the offense. When causing a particular result is an element of an offense, a person is an accomplice of another person in the commission of that offense if, acting with respect to that particular result with the kind of culpable mental state sufficient for the commission of the offense, the person: Solicits, advises, encourages, or coerces the other person to engage in the conduct causing the particular result; Aids, agrees to aid, or attempts to aid the other person in planning or engaging in the conduct causing the particular result; or Having a legal duty to prevent the conduct causing the particular result, fails to make a proper effort to prevent the conduct causing the particular result.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 5-2-403
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-2-403 cover?
Section 5-2-403 ("Accomplices.") 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 § 5-2-403?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-2-403" (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 § 5-2-403 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.
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