As used in this subchapter:
(1) “Contractor” means any person who contracts orally or in writing directly with a person holding an interest in real estate, or such person's agent, for the construction of any improvement to or repair of real estate;
(2) “Material supplier” means any person who supplies materials, goods, fixtures, or any other tangible item to the contractor or a subcontractor, or an individual having direct contractual privity with such persons;
(3) “Person” includes an individual, a partnership, a corporation, a limited liability organization, a trust, or any other business entity recognized by law; and
(4) “Subcontractor” means any person who supplies labor or services pursuant to a contract with the contractor, or to a person in direct privity of contract with such person.
Structure Arkansas Code
Subtitle 4 - Mortgages And Liens
Chapter 44 - Mechanics' and Materialmen's Liens
Subchapter 1 - General Provisions
§ 18-44-101. Liens on buildings, land, or boats
§ 18-44-102. Entire land subject to lien
§ 18-44-103. Improvements on leased land
§ 18-44-104. Liens for drain pipe or tile
§ 18-44-107. Subcontractors — Definitions
§ 18-44-108. Refusal to list parties doing work or furnishing materials
§ 18-44-109. Unlawful to use materials other than as designated
§ 18-44-110. Preference over prior liens — Exception
§ 18-44-113. Assignment of liens
§ 18-44-114. Notice and service generally
§ 18-44-115. Notice to owner by contractor — Definitions
§ 18-44-116. Service on nonresident or absconder
§ 18-44-118. Filing of bond in contest of lien
§ 18-44-119. Limitation of actions
§ 18-44-122. Contents of complaint
§ 18-44-124. Contractor to defend actions on liens by third persons — Liability
§ 18-44-126. Warning order for nonresident or absconding owners
§ 18-44-127. Trial and judgment
§ 18-44-131. Duty to enter satisfaction
§ 18-44-132. Penalty for failure to discharge lien after payment