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For young people, such as college students, peer pressure can have a major impact on their lives. In some cases, it can even lead to criminal activity, such as drug and alcohol offenses. It is important for parents to remember that social acceptance is very important...
In a dry county, the primary restriction in place usually involves the sale of alcoholic beverages rather than simple possession. Exceptions, permits and local regulations may also apply, depending on the circumstances. Restaurants, private clubs and special events...
Disorderly conduct may not initially seem like a major legal issue when compared with other criminal charges, but it is actually a Class C misdemeanor in Arkansas. The courts can sentence an individual to up to 30 days in jail and order them to pay a fine of up to...
You get a call from your child while they’re away at college for their freshman year. They tell you that they’ve been arrested for an alcohol-related offense. Maybe they were in possession of alcohol while underage, or perhaps they were accused of furnishing alcohol...
You’ve likely heard that being drunk in public is a violation of the law. A public intoxication charge is often a Class C misdemeanor. This means you could have to pay a fine, with a fine for a first offense being $100. Of course, people are drunk in public all the...
Living in the United States, you've likely heard of "dry counties" – areas where the sale of alcohol is prohibited. Arkansas has a significant number of dry counties, and it's natural to wonder if these areas have stricter penalties for alcohol-related offenses like...
Parents from other states who send their children to college in Arkansas are often comforted by the large number of “dry” counties (including Faulkner County) in the state. However, the laws surrounding “wet” and “dry” areas generally address only the sale of alcohol...