Use of physical force in resisting arrest

Ark. Code Ann. § 5-2-612 — under Principles of Criminal Liability.

Ark. Code Ann. § 5-2-612

(1) Whether the arrest is lawful or unlawful, a person may not use physical force to resist an arrest by a person who is known or reasonably appears to be a:(1) Law enforcement officer; or(2) Private citizen directed by a law enforcement officer to assist in effecting an arrest.

(1) Law enforcement officer; or

(2) Private citizen directed by a law enforcement officer to assist in effecting an arrest.