§ 12-9-102 - Definitions.
12-9-102. Definitions.
As used in this subchapter:
(1) "Commission" means the Arkansas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training as established by 12-9-103;
(2) "Law enforcement officer" means any appointed law enforcement officer who is responsible for the prevention and detection of crime and the enforcement of the criminal, traffic, or highway laws of this state, excluding only those officers who are elected by a vote of the people; and
(3) "Political subdivision" means any county, municipality, township, or other specific local unit of general government.