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Being arrested when you've done nothing wrong is bad enough. Being arrested because police mistook you for another person is even worse — and it happens more often than most people realize. Wrong-person arrests occur during traffic stops, warrant round-ups, street...
A huge number of people are shocked to learn this — but in Arkansas, police are allowed to lie during an investigation and during interrogations. Not only is it legal, courts have repeatedly upheld the practice. This surprises most people, especially those who grew up...
A huge percentage of callers tell me the same thing: “The police never read me my rights — doesn’t that mean my case gets dismissed?” It’s a common belief, but it’s not how the law actually works. In Arkansas — just like every other state — police are not required to...
Most people have never been inside a courtroom for a full criminal jury trial. Everything they know comes from TV shows or movies — and real Arkansas trials are nothing like Hollywood. Trials involve strategy, timing, strict rules of evidence, and hours of...
Most criminal cases in Arkansas start the same way — with a traffic stop, a knock on the door, or an officer asking to "take a quick look." When the police cross the line, everything they find afterward can be suppressed. That includes drugs, guns, statements, test...
Many people think theft, shoplifting, and robbery are all variations of the same crime. But under Arkansas law, these offenses have different elements, different penalties, and very different consequences. Understanding the differences can dramatically affect bond...
What Police Look for in Field Sobriety Tests in Arkansas (And Why They’re Not Scientific) If you’ve been pulled over for suspected DWI in Arkansas, you’ve probably heard terms like “HGN,” “walk-and-turn,” or “one-leg stand.” Officers treat these tests as if they are...
One of the most common questions I hear from clients is: “Can the police search my car even if I tell them no?” In Arkansas, officers frequently search vehicles without valid consent or without the legal authority to do so. Many of those searches lead to dismissals...
Being involved in a physical altercation can lead to criminal charges — even if you were trying to protect yourself. In many situations, law enforcement officers must make quick decisions based on limited information at the scene. This can result in the person...
Being accused of stealing from your employer can be overwhelming. In many cases, these accusations arise suddenly — sometimes after an internal audit, a workplace investigation, or a disagreement over company property. While employers may treat the situation as a...