5 days nonpayment notice.
Nonpayment can be pursued through a civil 'failure to vacate' process; a common notice period is 3–10 days depending on the procedure used. Month-to-month tenancies end on 30 days' notice.
What this means for you: Arkansas uniquely had a criminal eviction statute; use of civil unlawful-detainer is the main path. Deadlines are short.
Your next step: If served, respond promptly and seek legal aid — Arkansas eviction timelines move fast.
Source: Ark. Code §§ 18-16-101, 18-17-901. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
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Eviction in nearby states: Texas (3 days nonpayment notice) · Louisiana (5 days nonpayment notice) · Mississippi (3 days nonpayment notice) · Tennessee (14 days nonpayment notice) · Missouri (no fixed period nonpayment notice) · Oklahoma (5 days nonpayment notice).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.
Updated July 2026