Order to Seal Arrest Under Act 1460 of 2013; a.c.a.16-90-1401, Et. Seq. - Arkansas

Order to Seal Arrest Under Act 1460 of 2013; a.c.a.16-90-1401, Et. Seq. is a legal document that was released by the Arkansas Department of Public Safety - a government authority operating within Arkansas.

FAQ

Q: What is Act 1460 of 2013?
A: Act 1460 of 2013 is a law in Arkansas.

Q: What does Act 1460 of 2013 do?
A: Act 1460 of 2013 governs the process for sealing arrest records in Arkansas.

Q: What is a.c.a.16-90-1401, Et. Seq.?
A: a.c.a.16-90-1401, Et. Seq. refers to the specific section of Arkansas Code Annotated that contains the provisions related to the sealing of arrest records.

Q: What is the purpose of sealing arrest records?
A: The purpose of sealing arrest records is to make them inaccessible to the public and to treat the arrest as if it never occurred.

Q: Who can request the sealing of an arrest record?
A: The person who was arrested or their attorney can request the sealing of an arrest record.

Q: What is the process for sealing an arrest record under Act 1460 of 2013?
A: The process for sealing an arrest record involves filing a petition with the court, providing notice to relevant parties, and attending a hearing.

Q: What are the criteria for sealing an arrest record?
A: The criteria for sealing an arrest record include meeting certain time requirements, not having been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor offense, and demonstrating rehabilitation.

Q: Is there a fee for sealing an arrest record?
A: Yes, there is a fee associated with sealing an arrest record in Arkansas.

Q: Will sealing an arrest record erase it completely?
A: While sealing an arrest record makes it inaccessible to the public, it does not erase the record completely. It may still be visible to certain government agencies and in specific circumstances.