Carry Law Preemptions for Arkansas
14-16-504. Regulation by Local Unit of Government. (a) As used in this section, “local unit of government” means a city, town, or county. (b)(1)(A) A local unit of government shall not enact any ordinance or regulation pertaining to, or regulate in any other manner, the ownership, transfer, transportation, carrying, or possession of firearms, ammunition for […]
Arkansas Laws for Use of Deadly Force
Laws for the use of deadly force are outlined in the below statutes and laws. Title 5. Criminal Offenses. Subtitle 1. General Provisions. Chapter 2. Principles of Criminal Responsibility. Subchapter 6. Justification. 5-2-601. Definitions. 5-2-602. Defense. 5-2-603. Execution of public duty. 5-2-604. Choice of evils. 5-2-605. Use of physical force generally. 5-2-606. Use of physical […]
Laws for Carrying Where Alcohol is Served
Section 5-72-306 allows for people to carry in places that serve alcohol unless the location is posted with a no guns sign or no carry. This does not distinguish by location within the establishment such as the bar or the restaurant.
Electric Weapons, Defensive Sprays and High Capacity Laws
Statute 5-73-124 says it is legal to possess both tear gas and pepper spray for the purposes of self-defense as long as it does not exceed a certain capacity.
Arkansas LEOSA Information
No specific LEOSA information was available for the State of Arkansas.
Relevant Court Cases and Opinions
Park Carry College Carry Expungement Reciprocity Carry in Churches Open Carry
Additional Information and Airport Requirements
Information regarding carrying within an airport: Statute 5-73-306 does not allow carry within the airport terminal or sterile areas. Training for concealed carry is good for 6 months. Residency requires that a resident has a valid Arkansas license and be living within the state with the intent to make Arkansas their permanent residence. The minimum […]
Supplemental Information
There is no specific definition for a loaded or unloaded firearm for the State of Arkansas. Be cautious when carrying since there is no specific information. Emergency Power definition: 12-75-114. Governor Disaster Emergency Responsibilities. (Edited for Space Considerations) (a) The Governor is responsible for meeting and mitigating, to the maximum extent possible, dangers to the […]
Age Requirements for Carrying or Moving Firearms
The minimum age for possessing and transporting firearms in the State of Arkansas is 18 years old per Title 5 Chapter 73 Subtitle 6 5-73-109 unloaded and secured in a vehicle with no permit. There can be more restrictions when transporting so check the local requirements.