AR HB1870

Removes exclusive jurisdiction of justices of the peace in certain lien enforcement actions, allowing cases to be brought before any court having jurisdiction instead.

Changes language in crop lien attachment procedures from "when" to "if" to clarify conditional circumstances for landlord actions against tenants.

Modifies proceedings for enforcing liens under Arkansas Code § 18-42-109 to remove specific reference to justice of the peace procedures and consolidate under general circuit court mechanics' lien law.

Expands jurisdiction options for small lien claims under $100 (mandatory) and up to $300 (discretionary) to allow filing before courts having jurisdiction rather than only justices of the peace.

Replaces references to "justice of the peace" with "court having jurisdiction" and "law enforcement officer" with "constable" in multiple sections governing lien filings, bond procedures, and animal lien claims.