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CITATION Ark. Code §5-60-120 Ark. Code §5-16-101
SUMMARY Intercepting or recording any wire, oral, cellular or cordless phone conversation is a misdemeanor in Arkansas, unless the person recording is a party to the conversation, or one of the parties to the conversation has given prior consent. Ark. Code § 5-60-120. However, it is not unlawful for law enforcement investigations. Ark. Code § 5-60-120.
CONSENT REQUIRED 1 Party to communication.
PENALTIES Class A misdemeanor, which includes a fine up to one thousand dollars ($1,000) and up to one year in jail.
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