📜 State Law Guide • Updated January 2025
Arkansas Landlord Tenant Laws 2025
Arkansas is distinct for its "failure to vacate" statute, which can make holding over after non-payment a criminal offense. Recent laws have added basic habitability standards.
Banned
Rent Control
2 Months (6+ units)
Deposit Limit
60 days
Deposit Return
3-10 days
Eviction Notice
Security Deposit Rules
Rules apply mainly to landlords who own 6 or more dwelling units.
- Maximum Limit: 2 months rent (if owning 6+ units).
- Return Deadline: 60 days after termination of tenancy.
- Itemization: Written list of damages required.
- Exemptions: Small landlords (fewer than 6 units) are exempt from the 2-month limit and 60-day return rule statute, though contract law still applies.
Eviction Process
Arkansas has two main eviction methods: Civil (Unlawful Detainer) and Criminal (Failure to Vacate).
| Method / Reason | Notice Required | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Unlawful Detainer (Civil) | 3 days | Non-payment or violation |
| Failure to Vacate (Criminal) | 10 days | Written notice; staying is a misdemeanor |
| Lease Violation | 14 days | To cure or quit |
| Month-to-month End | 30 days | Written notice |
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