The governing body of any incorporated town may establish a police department for the town, prescribe its duties, and define its powers in such manner as will most effectively preserve the peace of the town, secure the citizens thereof from personal violence, and safeguard their property from unlawful deprivations.
Structure Arkansas Code
Subtitle 3 - Municipal Government
Chapter 52 - Municipal Police Departments
Subchapter 1 - General Provisions
§ 14-52-101. Authorized in cities
§ 14-52-102. Authorized in towns
§ 14-52-103. City marshal option
§ 14-52-104. Police powers generally
§ 14-52-105. Holiday compensation
§ 14-52-106. Annual vacation leave
§ 14-52-107. Uniform sick leave — Definition
§ 14-52-108. Monthly payroll incentives
§ 14-52-109. Participation in political activities
§ 14-52-110. Fees for serving city warrants
§ 14-52-111. Fees for bail or delivery bond
§ 14-52-112. Award of pistol and purchase of shotgun upon retirement