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AR SB555
Bill
Status
4/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jamie Scott
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AI Summary
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Extends the statute of limitations for video voyeurism prosecutions to one year after the offense is discovered or should reasonably have been discovered by the victim
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Eliminates romantic relationship as a defense to video voyeurism charges, meaning offenders can be prosecuted even if they were in a romantic relationship with the victim
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Expands the definition of "domestic abuse" to include video voyeurism, making victims eligible to obtain orders of protection against offenders
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Amends Arkansas Code § 5-16-101 (video voyeurism), § 5-1-109(c) (statute of limitations exceptions), and § 9-15-103(4) (domestic abuse definition)
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Approved April 17, 2025 as Act 765 of the Regular Session
Legislative Description
To Amend The Law Concerning The Offense Of Video Voyeurism; To Extend The Statute Of Limitations For The Offense Of Video Voyeurism; And To Make An Order Of Protection Available To A Victim Of Video Voyeurism.
Last Action
Notification that SB555 is now Act 765
4/18/2025