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AR SB629
Bill
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Ronald Caldwell
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AI Summary
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Amends Arkansas Code § 16-22-211(d) to create an exception to the prohibition against non-attorney representation for corporations in court proceedings
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Allows closely held corporations with fewer than 20 shareholders to be represented by a corporate officer without hiring an attorney
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Limits this exception specifically to eviction proceedings under § 18-17-901 et seq. and unlawful detainer proceedings under § 18-60-301 et seq.
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Requires that the corporation be represented by an officer of the closely held corporation, not other employees or agents
Legislative Description
To Allow An Officer Of A Closely Held Corporation To Represent The Corporation In Court For The Purpose Of Eviction Proceedings And Unlawful Detainer Proceedings.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/5/2025