Arkansas § 6-61-140 - Panic button alert systems.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-61-140 — Panic button alert systems., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-61-140. Panic button alert systems.
Beginning with the 2017-2018 academic year, a state-supported institution of higher education may offer to its students, employees, and other personnel a panic button alert system that: Connects the user in real time with designated individuals, with the ability of contacting a live 911 operator; Directly integrates into the existing statewide Smart911 system. The Smart911 system shall provide a way for a state-supported institution of higher education to geo-fence the campus and provide the Global Positioning System (GPS) location to assist emergency responders by automatically displaying during a 911 call; Is available for use on and off campus as a smartphone application and has a mechanism for panic notifications to be triggered by non-smartphone wireless callers and landline callers or automatic alert features in the event the user is unable to respond; and Has geo-tracking capability that can determine the location and movements of the person who engaged the panic button alert system. A state-supported institution of higher education may provide information to its students, employees, and other personnel to educate the students, employees, and other personnel on: The use of the panic button alert system; and How and where to obtain the panic button alert system.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 6-61-140
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-61-140 cover?
Section 6-61-140 ("Panic button alert systems.") 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 § 6-61-140?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-61-140" (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 § 6-61-140 apply to my situation?
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