The Arkansas Sheriffs’ Association is comprised of Sheriffs from across the state and provides up-to-date information for Arkansas Sheriffs and Deputies regarding relevant issues concerning law enforcement.  Our objective shall be to band together the Sheriffs of the State of Arkansas; to assist each other in the enforcement of criminal laws; to promote programs of continuing education; and to work in harmony in the enactment of such legislation that may affect their respective offices.  Arkansas Sheriffs from across the state proudly serve and protect the citizens of Arkansas.   The Arkansas Sheriffs’ Association supports the Constitution and the Second Amendment rights of our citizens. We recognize the recent increase in violence. The Arkansas Sheriffs’ Association believes that we must hold offenders responsible, not law-abiding citizens. The Association does support enforcement of the existing gun laws and the strengthening of current background checks, including identifying individuals with mental health issues. The Arkansas Sheriffs’ Association does not support legislation that restricts current gun possession and current gun sales to our citizens that weakens our 2nd Amendment Rights.