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AR HB1979
Bill
Status
4/22/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jimmie Gazaway
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AI Summary
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Expands Arkansas Code § 16-93-106 to include persons on suspended imposition of sentence in the list of individuals subject to warrantless searches, alongside those on supervised probation, parole, and post-release supervision
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Requires individuals placed on suspended imposition of sentence to sign a waiver as a condition of their sentence, authorizing any certified law enforcement officer or Division of Community Correction officer to search their person, residence, vehicle, or property—including cellular and electronic devices—at any time
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Warrantless searches under this waiver must be conducted reasonably but do not require articulable suspicion that the person is committing or has committed a crime
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Refusal to sign the waiver makes an individual ineligible for suspended imposition of sentence, supervised probation, parole, or post-release supervision
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Approved on April 22, 2025 as Act 983 of the Regular Session
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Arkansas Law To Allow Warrantless Searches By A Law Enforcement Officer Of A Person Placed On Suspended Imposition Of Sentence; And For Other Purposes.
Last Action
Notification that HB1979 is now Act 983
4/22/2025