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Section 16-81-114 - Warrantless arrest for gas theft — Arkansas Law | CourtGPT
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Section 16-81-114 - Warrantless arrest for gas theft

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(a) Any person who pumps fuel into a vehicle or container, which fuel is the property of a retail business entity that engages in the sale of fuel, and then leaves the premises with the fuel and without paying for the fuel shall be subject to arrest during the four (4) hours following the event, notwithstanding the lack of a warrant for the arrest.(b) Provided, however, the person arrested shall be released within twenty-four (24) hours of the arrest unless a warrant for the arrest of the person is issued according to law.Acts 1999, No. 1515, § 1.