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Ark. Code Ann. § 5-71-201 (2026)

Riot

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  1. A person commits the offense of riot if, with two (2) or more other persons, he or she knowingly engages in tumultuous or violent conduct that creates a substantial risk of:
    1. Causing public alarm;
    2. Disrupting the performance of a governmental function; or
    3. Damaging or injuring property or a person.
  2. Riot is a Class A misdemeanor.

History. Acts 1975, No. 280, § 2902; A.S.A. 1947, § 41-2902.

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Cited in 1 case, 2006–2006 · leading case: Schlamp v. State, 891 A.2d 327 (Md. 2006).
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Schlamp v. State, 891 A.2d 327 (Md. 2006). “§ 13-2903; Ark.Code Ann. § 5-71-201; Cal.Penal Code § 404; Colo.”
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