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AR SB873
Bill
Status
4/27/2011
Primary Sponsor
Stephanie Flowers
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Code § 9-15-205 to authorize courts to prohibit petitioners from contacting respondents either directly or indirectly when issuing orders of protection.
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Addresses situations where protected persons contact those subject to protection orders, which can lead to potential criminal prosecution and undermine the purpose of the orders.
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Declares an emergency clause allowing the act to become effective immediately upon the Governor's approval, if neither approved nor vetoed within the statutory period, or upon veto override by the legislature.
Legislative Description
Regarding The Judicial Relief Available Under The Domestic Abuse Act And To Declare An Emergency.
Last Action
Senate Sine Die adjournment
4/27/2011