Eviction in Arkansas
State-specific overview · Property & Real Estate
Arkansas requires 3 days' written notice for non-payment before eviction, with no cure right unless the lease provides one.
How Arkansas treats Eviction
Arkansas landlords must serve 3 days' written notice before filing a forcible detainer action for non-payment. The statute does not mandate a cure period, though leases may include one. Eviction cases proceed through district court and move relatively quickly. Arkansas law permits eviction for lease violations, non-payment, and expiration of tenancy, and does not require just cause for month-to-month terminations.
The general definition of Eviction
The legal process by which a landlord removes a tenant from rental property.
Eviction is the formal legal process a landlord uses to force a tenant to leave the property. The landlord must have a valid reason—such as non-payment of rent, lease violation, or the end of the lease term—and must follow strict procedural rules, which vary by state. Typically, the landlord must give written notice (often 30 days or more), file a case in court, and obtain a judgment from a judge before the tenant can be physically removed. A tenant has the right to defend themselves in court and present their side of the story.
Read the full Eviction entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Arkansas.