Arkansas State Sign Regulations

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Our Arkansas State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Swimming pool signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of Arkansas prohibits smoking in all enclosed workplaces. Exemptions to the state law include retail tobacco stores, casinos, designated hotel/motel rooms, and restaurants and bars not admitting patrons under 21 years old. The Arkansas Clean Indoor Air Act became law on 7/21/2006 and requires posting of signs enforcing the law at various locations. (20-27-1804)

Swimming Pool Signs

The Arkansas Department of Health stipulates the rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas.

Concealed Weapon Signs

Arkansas allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) if they obtain a permit issued by the Arkansas State Police. An applicant must be at least 21 years old, has not been convicted of a felony, does not have a documented serious addiction to alcohol or a controlled substance, has not been declared mentally incompetent, and has completed an approved firearms safety program. There are certain places such as churches, correctional facilities, polling places, schools, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Arkansas honors the CCW permits of a number of other states. (5-73-309{1-14})

Cell Phone Signs

Arkansas bans all drivers of motorized vehicles from using electronic wireless communication devices for texting. Drivers 18-20 years old and school bus drivers may not use cell phones of any type for any communication purposes other than emergencies. The law went into effect on 2/10/2009. (HB 1013)

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.