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AR SJR1

Joint Resolution

Official Source

Status

Failed

4/27/2011

Primary Sponsor

Sue Madison

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Origin

Senate

88th General Assembly (2011 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Article 7, Sections 47 and 48 of the Arkansas Constitution to abolish the Office of Constable
  • Removes language requiring qualified electors of each township to elect a Constable for a two-year term
  • Eliminates the requirement for the presiding Judge of the County Court to furnish the Constable with a certificate of election
  • Modifies Section 48 to remove Constables from the exception list, so all officers provided for in the article shall be commissioned by the Governor

Legislative Description

Amending The Arkansas Constitution To Allow A County To Abolish The Township Office Of Constable If Approved By A Vote Of The People.

Last Action

Senate Sine Die adjournment

4/27/2011

Committee Referrals

State Agencies & Governmental Affairs1/18/2011

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