AR HB1815

Extends Arkansas state juvenile justice jurisdiction to federal lands, including military installations, allowing state courts to investigate and adjudicate cases involving juveniles alleged to be delinquent for crimes committed on military bases

Responds to U.S. Department of Defense concerns about protecting children of service members from sexual assault by other children on military bases, where federal jurisdiction previously created barriers to juvenile justice

Authorizes state, county, and municipal authorities to enter reciprocal agreements (including memoranda of understanding) with federal agencies for coordination of services and legal responsibilities at federal installations

Requires reciprocal agreements to be filed with the county clerk where the federal installation is located and compiled by the Attorney General

Allows the Legislative Council to approve extensions of concurrent jurisdiction when the General Assembly is not in session