what is ar constable

A constable is an elected official in Arkansas who serves as an alternative source of law enforcement. The position of constable is established by the Arkansas Constitution. Constables are elected at the township level, which is a civil division of a county. They are considered county officers and are responsible primarily to the residents of the township and county where they serve. Constables are voluntary, constitutionally-elected peace officers who are uniformed, equipped, and trained to state statute and standards. In Arkansas, the office of constable is an executive officer of the county in which they have been elected.