Ark. Code § 5-10-209

Current with legislation from 2024 effective through May 3, 2024.
Section 5-10-209 - Factors considered when determining whether person possessed controlled substance for personal use

For purposes of this subchapter, possession of a controlled substance or counterfeit substance for personal use may be demonstrated through the consideration of certain factors, including without limitation:

(1) The person does not possess the means to weigh, separate, or package the controlled substance or counterfeit substance;
(2) The person does not possess a record indicating a drug-related transaction;
(3) The controlled substance or counterfeit substance is not separated or packaged in a manner to facilitate delivery;
(4) The person does not possess a firearm that is in the immediate physical control of the person at the time of the delivery or conveyance of the controlled substance or counterfeit substance; and
(5) The person does not possess other controlled substances or counterfeit substances at the time of the delivery or conveyance.

Ark. Code § 5-10-209

Added by Act 2023, No. 584,§ 2, eff. 4/11/2023.