Arkansas Code Title 12. Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, and Military Affairs § 12-42-109. Management of inmates not hired

(a) Unless the inmates are immediately hired out, the management and control of the county inmates shall be confined to county courts either in term time or in vacation by the county judge.

(b) The county court or county judge shall always have the right to require the aid of the county sheriff and constables of their respective counties. All lawful orders or process necessary to be issued and executed shall be executed by the county sheriff or constable.