The bill amends the existing law on obstructing governmental operations in Arkansas by adding new provisions and clarifying penalties. Specifically, it introduces a new offense under which a person can be charged if they knowingly fail to appear in court after being served a subpoena related to a criminal matter. This addition is marked as subdivision (a)(5) and establishes that this offense is classified as a Class C misdemeanor. The bill also modifies the classification of obstructing governmental operations under subdivision (a)(4) to a Class A misdemeanor for repeat offenders.

Additionally, the bill retains existing definitions and exceptions related to the offense, including clarifications on what constitutes a code enforcement officer. The changes aim to strengthen the enforcement of governmental operations by holding individuals accountable for noncompliance with court orders and enhancing the legal framework surrounding these offenses.