HB1285 Summary

• Corrects criminal offense classifications in Title 14 of the Arkansas Code by changing "misdemeanor" to "violation" in 23 sections relating to local government officials and employees, to align with §§ 5-1-107(a)(2), 5-1-107(c)(1), and 5-1-108(b).

• Updates word usage throughout Title 14 sections by replacing archaic phrases with modern language (e.g., "shall be deemed" becomes "is", "shall not" becomes "does not", "any a" becomes "a").

• Corrects subdividing and organizational structure in sections 14-56-422, 14-138-123(a)(1), and 14-188-109 to improve clarity and conform to Code style standards.

• Addresses seven specific sections governing county court fee provisions, municipal employee conduct, fencing districts, streetcar heating requirements, and various penalty provisions to ensure consistent terminology and accuracy.

• Includes legislative intent statement clarifying that this act makes only technical, not substantive, changes to the Arkansas Code of 1987, and does not repeal other acts from the 94th General Assembly's regular session.