(a) Charges and specifications shall be signed by a person subject to this code under oath before a person authorized by this code to administer oaths and shall state:
(1) That the signer has personal knowledge of, or has investigated the matters set forth therein; and
(2) That they are true in fact to the best of his or her knowledge and belief.
(b) Upon the preferring of charges:
(1) The proper authority shall take immediate steps to determine what disposition should be made thereof in the interest of justice and discipline; and
(2) The person accused shall be informed of the charges against him or her as soon as practicable.
Structure Arkansas Code
Title 12 - Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, and Military Affairs
§ 12-64-501. Statutes of limitations
§ 12-64-502. Charges and specifications
§ 12-64-503. Compulsory self-incrimination prohibited
§ 12-64-505. Reference for trial
§ 12-64-506. Forwarding of charges
§ 12-64-507. Service of charges
§ 12-64-509. Unlawfully influencing action of court
§ 12-64-510. Duties of trial and defense counsel
§ 12-64-511. Sessions — Records of proceedings
§ 12-64-515. Pleas of the accused
§ 12-64-516. Obtaining witnesses and other evidence
§ 12-64-518. Issuance of process, subpoenas, etc
§ 12-64-519. Refusal to appear or testify
§ 12-64-522. Votes and rulings
§ 12-64-523. Convictions, sentences, etc. — Number of votes required