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Arkansas S. Ct.: Legislature May Revive Cases Barred by Statute of Limitations

The court reverses its precedent, dating back to 1846, that held such revival unconstitutionally restricted the defendant's "vested rights" not to be sued, which had been created by the earlier statute of limitations.

Reason · Nov 12

Trump replaces judicial nominee in last-ditch bid to reshape US appeals court

US President Trump has rescinded Judge Lee Rudofsky's nomination for the 8th US Circuit Court of Appeals. This decision came after opposition from Arkansas' Republican senators, John Boozman and Tom Cotton. The nomination was replaced with Arkansas Supreme Court Justice J. Cody Hiland due to uncertain confirmation prospects. Judge Rudofsky…

The Economic Times · Nov 11

Arkansas Bar Official Allegedly Transferred Points from Some Bar Examinees to Others

From the Arkansas Supreme Court Thursday: Evidence exists that Givens harvested points from a number of examinees' scores and then… The post Arkansas Bar Official Allegedly Transferred Points from Some Bar Examinees to Others appeared first on Reason Magazine.

Reason · Nov 7

Ballot measures on ballot measures—previewing five measures that could change the initiative process this year

Welcome to the Wednesday, September 21, Brew. 

Ballotpedia · Sep 21, 2022

Cannabis In Arkansas: Gov. Says 'Vote NO' To Legalization, But That's Up To The Supreme Court

In Arkansas, Gov. Asa Hutchinson said he will vote no on a ballot measure to legalize recreational cannabis in November, reported Little Rock TV station KATV.

Benzinga · Sep 14, 2022

Marijuana Legalization In Arkansas Supports The Police? New Ad Explains Where Votes Go

A new TV ad in Arkansas that promotes recreational marijuana legalization says that votes will be destined to supporting the Arkansas Police.

Benzinga · Aug 31, 2022

Arkansas Cannabis Legalization Efforts Reach State Supreme Court: The Board 'Thwarted The Will Of The People'

Responsible Growth Arkansas, the group behind the ballot initiative to legalize adult-use cannabis, has filed an appeal with the Arkansas Supreme Court to overturn a decision by the Arkansas Board of Election Commissioners that bans a proposed amendment to reach the November ballot. 

Benzinga · Aug 8, 2022

Arkansas Board of Election Commissioners declines to certify ballot language for initiatives to legalize marijuana and repeal Pope County’s casino authorization

On August 3, the Arkansas Board of Election Commissioners declined to certify the ballot titles and popular names for two initiatives that had submitted signatures. Fair Play for Arkansas 2022 said they were considering their options to challenge the board’s decision. Responsible Growth Arkansas said they planned to challenge the…

Ballotpedia · Aug 4, 2022