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Wrongful Conviction Attorneys in Arkansas

Wrongful conviction attorneys fight to overturn convictions where an innocent person was found guilty due to police or prosecutorial misconduct, fabricated evidence, unreliable testimony, or other failures of the justice system. These attorneys not only work to free innocent people but also pursue compensation for the years stolen from them — including cases where someone has already served their sentence and is fighting to clear their name.

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ACLU of ArkansasNonprofit

ACLU of Arkansas

📍Little Rock, AR
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Civil Rights · Constitutional Law · Due Process · First Amendment · Government Misconduct · Personal Injury · Police Misconduct · Prison Reform · Wrongful Conviction · Wrongful Death

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Arkansas (legally incorporated as the Arkansas Civil Liberties Union Foundation, Inc.) is the state's premier non-profit legal and advocacy organization dedicated to defending... Read More →

State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits

For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.

Civil Rights & Personal Injury3 years

Ark. Code Ann. § 16-56-105

Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.

Notice of Claim Against GovernmentNo general requirement

No general pre-suit notice requirement for tort claims against local government under Arkansas law.

Qualified ImmunityFederal Doctrine Applies

Arkansas has not modified the federal qualified immunity doctrine. Federal standards apply to § 1983 claims.