2017 Arkansas Code
Title 20 - Public Health and Welfare
Subtitle 2 - Health and Safety
Chapter 6 - General Provisions
Subchapter 1 - Arkansas Healthcare Decisions Act
§ 20-6-115. Court jurisdiction

Universal Citation: AR Code § 20-6-115 (2017)
  • (a) A court of competent jurisdiction may enjoin or direct a healthcare decision or order other equitable relief on a petition of:
    • (1) A principal;
    • (2) A principal's agent, guardian, or surrogate;
    • (3) A healthcare provider or healthcare institution involved with the principal's care; or
    • (4) An individual described in § 20-6-106(b).
  • (b) A proceeding under this section shall be expedited on the court's civil dockets.
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