Arkansas § 5-73-111 - Unlawful procurement of a firearm.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-73-111 — Unlawful procurement of a firearm., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-73-111. Unlawful procurement of a firearm.
As used in this section: “Ammunition” means any cartridge, shell, or projectile designed for use in a firearm; “False information” means information that portrays an unlawful transaction as lawful or a lawful transaction as unlawful; “Licensed dealer” means a person who is licensed under 18 U.S.C. § 923, as it existed on January 1, 2013, to engage in the business of dealing in firearms; and “Private seller” means a person other than a licensed dealer who sells or offers for sale a firearm or ammunition. A person commits the offense of unlawful procurement of a firearm or ammunition if he or she knowingly: Solicits, persuades, encourages, or entices a licensed dealer or private seller to transfer a firearm or ammunition under unlawful circumstances; or Provides false information to a licensed dealer or private seller with a purpose to deceive the licensed dealer or private seller concerning the lawfulness of a transfer of a firearm or ammunition. It is a defense to prosecution under this section if the person is: A law enforcement officer acting in his or her official capacity; or Acting at the direction of a law enforcement officer. Unlawful procurement of a firearm or ammunition is a Class D felony.
Source: official Arkansas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 5-73-111
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-73-111 cover?
Section 5-73-111 ("Unlawful procurement of a firearm.") 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 § 5-73-111?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-73-111" (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 § 5-73-111 apply to my situation?
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