AR HB1354

Defines "infamous crime" under Arkansas Constitution Article 5, § 9, to include felony offenses, misdemeanor theft of property, abuse of office under § 5-52-107, tampering under § 5-53-110, and misdemeanor offenses involving deceit, fraud, or false statements.

Establishes legislative intent to clarify the undefined constitutional term "infamous crime" to assist courts and inform the public about public office eligibility requirements.

Directs reviewing courts to consider variables including the defendant's mental state, circumstances of the offense, age and education at time of conviction, and age when the offense occurred relative to assuming public office.

Specifies that a crime's status as "infamous" depends on its underlying nature rather than the severity of available punishment.

Amends Arkansas Code § 7-1-101 to add a statutory definition of "infamous crimes" for constitutional eligibility purposes.