Interference with traffic control devices or barricades — Definition

Ark. Code Ann. § 27-67-211 — under State Highway System.

Ark. Code Ann. § 27-67-211

(a) As used in this section, “traffic control device” means a sign, signal, marking, or device placed or erected for the purpose of regulating, warning, or guiding traffic.

(b) If a traffic control device or barricade is placed or erected to close a public highway under the authority of the Arkansas Department of Transportation or local authorities on public highways, it is unlawful for a person to:(1) Drive a vehicle through, under, over, or around the traffic control device or barricade; or(2) Remove the traffic control device or barricade and enter the closed area.

(1) Drive a vehicle through, under, over, or around the traffic control device or barricade; or

(2) Remove the traffic control device or barricade and enter the closed area.

(c) A violation of this section is punishable by a fine of not more than one hundred dollars ($100).

(d) A person convicted under this section shall:(1) Pay restitution in an amount equal to the actual cost of the emergency response and the replacement of any damaged or lost emergency equipment; and(2) Be liable for damage to property, or injury or death to a person caused by the violation.

(1) Pay restitution in an amount equal to the actual cost of the emergency response and the replacement of any damaged or lost emergency equipment; and

(2) Be liable for damage to property, or injury or death to a person caused by the violation.