AR SB247

Removes obsolete language from fine and imprisonment sentencing provisions in Arkansas Code §§ 5-4-104 and 5-4-202, consolidating references to fine authorization statutes.

Clarifies definitions and language in multiple criminal offense statutes, including "in the presence of a child," "torture," and "alien" to improve clarity and consistency.

Adds code enforcement officers to the list of individuals protected from assault under § 5-13-202 while acting in the line of duty.

Relocates theft offense provisions related to agricultural equipment damage from § 5-38-206 to § 5-36-103, classifying it as a Class D felony when property value is $500 or less and unlawfully obtained during a criminal episode.

Changes offense terminology from "furnishing" to "assisting in or furnishing" an implement for escape under § 5-54-117 and makes various grammatical and structural corrections throughout Title 5 criminal provisions.