Arkansas Eviction court process & timeline

How does the eviction court process work in Arkansas?

The landlord files a complaint and affidavit in district court. The court orders the tenant to vacate or show cause within 10 calendar days (§ 18-17-902). If the tenant does not respond, the tenant is ejected (§ 18-17-904). If the landlord wins, the court issues a writ of eviction within 3 days (§ 18-17-907).

Verified Source: Ark. Code Ann. §§ 18-17-902, 18-17-904, 18-17-907 · last checked 2026-10-23