The bill amends Arkansas Code 9-27-356(k) to allow a circuit court the discretion to waive the $250 registration fee for juveniles ordered to register as sex offenders. This change introduces a provision that provides flexibility in the financial obligations placed on juveniles, recognizing that the fee may pose a burden.

Specifically, the new legal language states that while juveniles are subject to the registration requirements outlined in various sections of the law, the circuit court has the authority to waive the fee associated with registration. This amendment aims to ensure that financial barriers do not hinder compliance with registration requirements for juveniles.

Statutes affected:
Old version SB490 V2 - 3-20-2025 02:13 PM: 9-27-356(k)
Old version SB490 Original - 3-17-2025 04:37 PM: 9-27-356(k)
SB 490: 9-27-356(k)
Act 972: 9-27-356(k)