Arkansas § 5-55-108 - Fines.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-55-108 — Fines., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-55-108. Fines.
Any person who is found guilty of or who pleads guilty or nolo contendere to Medicaid fraud as described in this subchapter shall pay one (1) of the following fines: If no monetary loss is incurred by the Arkansas Medicaid Program, a fine of not less than one thousand dollars ($1,000) or more than three thousand dollars ($3,000) for each omission or fraudulent act or claim; or If a monetary loss is incurred by the Arkansas Medicaid Program, a fine of an amount not less than the amount of the monetary loss to the Arkansas Medicaid Program and not more than three (3) times the amount of the monetary loss to the Arkansas Medicaid Program. The fines described in subdivision (a)(2) of this section may be waived by the prosecuting attorney. If the fines are waived, the trier of fact may impose fines under § 5-4-201. All fines assessed under subsection (a) of this section shall be credited to the general revenues of the State of Arkansas.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 5-55-108
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-55-108 cover?
Section 5-55-108 ("Fines.") 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 § 5-55-108?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-55-108" (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 § 5-55-108 apply to my situation?
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