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Arkansas Code Title 21. Public Officers and Employees § 21-8-303. Enforcement of provisions

Current as of March 28, 2024 | Updated by FindLaw Staff

(a)(1) It shall be the duties and responsibilities of the prosecuting attorneys of this state to supervise compliance with this subchapter and to prosecute persons who violate the provisions of this subchapter.

(2)(A) However, the Arkansas Ethics Commission shall also have authority to investigate violations of this subchapter and to render findings and disciplinary action.

(B) To be considered valid, a complaint alleging a violation of § 21-8-305 shall include a copy of a court record reflecting that the person has pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to or has been found guilty of a public trust crime.

(b)(1) In the event the prosecuting attorney shall fail or refuse to enforce the provisions of this subchapter when the facts are known by him or her, or called to his or her attention, any citizen of this state may bring action in circuit court to force compliance with this subchapter.

(2) The citizen shall be entitled to receive reimbursements for expenses and reasonable attorney's fees upon the successful outcome of such litigation.

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