AR HB1376

Transfers bond-setting authority in lien foreclosure proceedings from justices of the peace to circuit judges with proper jurisdiction.

Changes filing location for lien notices and bonds from justices of the peace in townships to circuit courts having jurisdiction where the lienholder's place of business is located.

Replaces justice of the peace jurisdiction with circuit court or district court jurisdiction in dog damage liability cases for domesticated animals.

Clarifies that domesticated animals include sheep, goats, cattle, swine, and poultry, and updates language regarding owner liability and procedures for filing complaints.

Allows appeals and summons in dog injury cases to be issued by circuit or district courts rather than justices of the peace, following Arkansas Rules of Civil Procedure.