AR HB1276

Allows private universities and colleges to create and maintain law enforcement agencies with officers who have the same powers as municipal police and county sheriffs on campus property.

Requires private college law enforcement officers to meet certification standards established by the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training and to attend the Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy at the private institution's expense.

Grants private college law enforcement officers jurisdiction primarily on their employing institution's property to protect property, maintain order, prevent trespass, exclude persons detrimental to the institution, and regulate vehicle operations and parking.

Permits private college law enforcement officers to make arrests outside their primary jurisdiction when summoned by other law enforcement agencies, assisting other agencies, under mutual aid agreements, or while traveling on official business for the institution.

Clarifies that appointment of private college law enforcement officers does not cede jurisdiction from county sheriffs or municipal police departments, and prohibits these officers from receiving state funds for training or participating in state retirement systems.