Theft charges in Arkansas range from misdemeanors to serious felonies. In most cases, the value of the property decides whether it is felony theft and how serious the charge is (A.C.A. § 5-36-103). What Counts as Theft A person commits theft of property by knowingly taking or controlling someone else’s property without permission, or by […]
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How Do You Prove Wrongful Foreclosure?
If you believe a lender foreclosed improperly, you will need evidence. To prove wrongful foreclosure, you generally must show that the lender or servicer did not have the right to foreclose or did not follow the law or the loan documents. What You May Need to Prove Wrongful Foreclosure Payment history. Bank statements, canceled checks […]
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Can You Reverse a Foreclosure Sale?
Once a foreclosure sale happens, can you reverse it? Sometimes, but it is difficult. In Arkansas, the answer depends largely on what kind of foreclosure it was and whether the required steps were followed. Statutory Foreclosure Sales Many Arkansas foreclosures are statutory, meaning they happen without a lawsuit. Once a statutory foreclosure sale happens, redemption […]
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Is UM/UIM Coverage Worth It?
UM/UIM coverage protects you when the driver who hits you has no insurance or not enough insurance. Many people don’t think about it until they need it. What UM/UIM Coverage Does Uninsured motorist (UM) coverage helps when the at-fault driver has no insurance, and often in hit-and-run crashes. Underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage helps when the […]
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Common Drug Crimes
Drug crimes in Arkansas range from misdemeanors to serious felonies. The charge usually depends on the type of drug, the amount and what the State says the person intended to do with it. Common Drug Crimes Possession. Having a controlled substance without a valid prescription. Possession with purpose to deliver. The State may allege this […]
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Is There a Foreclosure Redemption Period in Arkansas?
Homeowners facing foreclosure often ask whether there is a foreclosure redemption period in Arkansas. In other words, can you buy back your home after the sale? It depends on the type of foreclosure and your mortgage. Statutory Foreclosure: No Redemption After the Sale Many Arkansas foreclosures are statutory, which means the lender forecloses without filing […]
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What Is an Order of Protection?
An order of protection is a court order meant to protect a person from domestic abuse by a family or household member. In Arkansas, these orders come from the Domestic Abuse Act. What Is an Order of Protection? An order of protection can, for example, order a person to stay away from the petitioner, their […]
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What Is Non-Judicial Foreclosure?
Many homeowners are surprised to learn that a lender can foreclose without going to court. That process is called non-judicial foreclosure, and it is common in Arkansas. What Is Non-Judicial Foreclosure? In Arkansas, non-judicial foreclosure is often called statutory foreclosure. If a mortgage or deed of trust allows it, the lender can foreclose by following […]
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Can I Modify My Child Support Order?
Updated October 2026: Arkansas law (A.C.A. § 9-14-107) treats a change of 20% or more in the gross income of either the paying or the receiving parent as a material change in circumstances that can support a modification. A difference between the existing order and the current support chart can also justify a review. Since […]
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Seven Things to Do Before You File for Divorce
If you are thinking about divorce, a little preparation can make the process smoother. Here are seven things to do before you file for divorce. Seven Things to Do Before You File for Divorce 1. Gather financial records Collect recent pay stubs, several years of tax returns, and statements for bank, retirement and credit accounts. […]
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