Little Rock prohibits aggressive solicitation involving threats, physical contact, or persistent following, while protecting passive panhandling under First Amendment doctrine.
Little Rock Code Chapter 21 misdemeanor provisions and Arkansas state law restrict aggressive panhandling — including touching, blocking paths, profane language, or following after refusal. Time-place-manner rules limit solicitation near ATMs, transit stops, and outdoor dining. Passive sign-holding remains protected speech following federal court rulings on similar Arkansas ordinances. LRPD typically issues warnings before citation. Coordinated outreach pairs enforcement with referrals to homelessness services through the Central Arkansas Continuum of Care.
Aggressive solicitation involving threats or physical contact is a misdemeanor; repeat offenders face increased fines, jail time, and court-ordered services.
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