Bill > HB1867

This bill establishes the "No Government Trespassing Act" which significantly restricts game wardens' ability to enter private land while performing their duties. Under the new law, game wardens may only enter private property if they have either a warrant or the explicit or implied permission of the landowner. However, there are limited exceptions that allow wardens to enter without permission, such as responding to injured wildlife, emergency situations, accidents, or imminent public safety threats that require immediate intervention. If a game warden enters private land in violation of these rules, any evidence obtained becomes inadmissible in administrative or judicial proceedings, and any arrests or property seizures made are considered invalid. Furthermore, the bill removes legal immunity for game wardens who violate these provisions, and allows individuals who are injured by such violations to seek civil relief under the Arkansas Civil Rights Act, including declaratory and injunctive relief, compensatory and nominal damages, and attorney's fees. The bill aims to protect private property rights and limit government intrusion onto private land without proper legal authorization.

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https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1867&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R