The bill amends the law regarding arrest warrants in Arkansas by introducing a requirement for notification to individuals named in such warrants. Specifically, it mandates that a copy of the arrest warrant be sent via certified mail to the current or last known address of the individual within specified timeframes: ten days for misdemeanor offenses or violations, and sixty days for felony offenses.

This addition aims to ensure that individuals are informed of the warrants issued against them, potentially allowing for better compliance with the law and reducing the likelihood of unexpected arrests. The new legal language inserted into Arkansas Code 16-81-104 establishes these notification requirements as part of the existing framework governing arrest warrants.

Statutes affected:
SB 548: 16-81-104