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Benefits, food and cash assistanceCounty contact

Lafayette DHS county office

County DHS contact for SNAP, Medicaid and TEA application questions. Ask about documents, interviews, notices and appeals.

2612 Spruce Street, Lewisville, AR 71845-8638

870-921-4283 (v)

Published county match: Lafayette

Published hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. Confirm services and hours before traveling.

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Health, WIC and public healthCounty contact

Lafayette County Health Unit - Lewisville

Published services: Community Services, Environmental Health, Family Planning, HIV/Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Immunizations, Maternity, Public Health Preparedness, TB Program, Vital Records, WIC, Women's Health

1113 Chestnut, P. O. Box 367, Lewisville, 71845

870-921-5744

Published county match: Lafayette

Listed as active Health Unit. County identifies the listed unit; it does not establish exclusive residency eligibility. Confirm which services are available at this unit.

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ADH Local Health Units; OBJECTID 42; County field Lafayette · Source ↗

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Aging, caregivers and transportationRegional contact

Southwest Arkansas Area Agency on Aging

Ask about older-adult meals, caregiver support, senior centers, in-home assistance and transportation. Available programs, age criteria and waiting lists vary.

870-234-7410

Published county match: Calhoun, Columbia, Dallas, Hempstead, Howard, Lafayette, Little River, Miller, Nevada, Ouachita, Sevier, Union

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Child support servicesRegional contact

Texarkana Child Support Office

Ask about child-support applications, payments, enforcement and an existing agency case. A support office does not replace a custody or divorce court.

1005 Arkansas Blvd, Texarkana, AR 71854

870-772-3443

Published county match: Lafayette, Miller

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Veterans and military benefitsRegional contact

ADVA district 4 Veteran Service Officer — Eric Siddons

Regional veterans benefits contact and referral when the county officer is unavailable or a position is listed vacant.

479-966-5295

Published county match: Clark, Columbia, Dallas, Garland, Hempstead, Hot Spring, Howard, Lafayette, Little River, Miller, Montgomery, Nevada, Ouachita, Pike, Polk, Scott, Sevier, Yell

County matches use the county row’s district number. District 4 spells Hot Spring as Hot Springs; canonical Arkansas county name retained.

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Veterans and military benefitsCounty contact

Lafayette County Veteran Service Officer

County veterans benefits contact; district 4. Ask about claims assistance, appointments and current accreditation.

(870) 921-4547

Published county match: Lafayette

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Someone took over an email or social-media account

Online & Privacy. Someone took over an email or social-media account Next steps: Use a safer device and the platform’s verified recovery route. Secure the associated email, phone and financial accounts where affected. Preserve alerts and account identifiers without sharing codes. Report fraudulent activity separately through the appropriate financial or crime route. Documents: Security alerts; Account identifiers; Recovery confirmations; Unauthorized transaction records; A private account, URL, timestamp and reporting log Do not pay a stranger for account recovery or enter credentials through links sent by the suspected attacker.

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Report a covered debit or electronic-transfer error

Report a covered debit or electronic-transfer error Next steps: Contact the financial institution immediately through a trusted channel and identify the transaction. Give the account, type, date, amount and reasons for the suspected error. If the institution requires written confirmation, obtain its address and requirement and return it promptly. Keep the statement, notice and investigation result; consider CFPB if the response remains unresolved. Form: Regulation E notice of error (conditional). Oral or written notice can start the covered error process; follow any required written confirmation. Timing: Generally institution receipt within 60 days after it sends the statement first reflecting the error. Trigger: Sending the periodic statement or covered documentation first reflecting the error. Action: Notify the institution promptly; comply with a lawful request for written confirmation. Exceptions: Lost/stolen access-device liability can require faster reporting; prepaid-account, delayed-documentation and other special rules differ. Authority: 12 CFR § 1005.11(b); separate liability rules under § 1005.6 Receiving office: Financial institution holding the affected account Method: Trusted telephone/oral or written notice as Regulation E permits; follow the institution's confirmation instructions. Venue: Account institution and transaction coverage across Arkansas, not county residence. Local check: For all 75 Arkansas counties, confirm the actual receiving office and venue before filing. County of residence alone does not establish jurisdiction. Confirm current hours, accepted delivery, electronic access, fees or waiver options, and proof of acceptance or service. Limits: The 60-day error rule must not be presented as permission to delay reporting a lost card or ongoin

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My EBT card is missing, declined or has suspicious transactions

Government & Benefits. My EBT card is missing, declined or has suspicious transactions Next steps: Use the official Arkansas EBT Help Desk at 1-800-997-9999 for a lost, stolen or damaged card and PIN assistance. If the address is wrong, update it through DHS or Access Arkansas and ask how to request replacement; the card help desk cannot change the address. For a declined purchase, check balance, card status and current SNAP purchase rules through official channels. Report suspicious transactions promptly, keep the transaction dates and ask DHS what current claim or replacement rules apply. Documents: Card-service reference number; Transaction dates and receipts with sensitive details protected; Address-update confirmation; Dated report and response log Never give this website, chat or an unsolicited caller your PIN, card number, password or security code. Card replacement and stolen-benefit reimbursement are separate questions; reimbursement is not guaranteed.

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I lost money to a scam

Consumer & Fraud. I lost money to a scam Next steps: Contact your bank or payment provider through its official channel promptly about stopping or reversing transfers. Change compromised credentials from a safe device and preserve messages and transaction identifiers. Report the conduct to the FTC and relevant Arkansas consumer-protection office. Prepare to ask: Who actually received the payment, and through which payment method? Documents: Payment receipts; Messages and account details with sensitive data redacted; Dates and transaction identifiers; A transaction and complaint log with independent contact verification Avoid anyone demanding an advance fee to recover stolen money.

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I need to secure a home camera or smart device that may expose private activity

Online & Privacy. I need to secure a home camera or smart device that may expose private activity Next steps: Identify the device, owner account and who currently has authorized access. Assess whether account changes could create an abuse or safety risk before acting. Use FTC guidance and the vendor's verified instructions to review passwords, updates and security settings. Keep any unexplained access alert or sharing notice before changing a potentially evidential setting. Review router protection, remote access, sharing permissions and supported software updates. Remove only access you are authorized to change and consider safer replacement when support has ended. Recheck device access and discuss suspected crime or coercive surveillance with qualified help. Documents: Device model and ownership record; Vendor security instructions; Authorized-access inventory; Security alerts already lawfully available; Update and settings-change log; Relevant support or incident correspondence This guide covers authorized security changes, not interception, hacking or a determination that surveillance is lawful.

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Unauthorized electronic transfers: what the bank needs to investigate

Unauthorized electronic transfers: what the bank needs to investigate Qualifications and requirements: Regulation E concerns qualifying electronic transfers from consumer accounts; identify the transaction and why you believe it was unauthorized or erroneous. A fraudster-initiated transfer without actual authority differs from a transfer the consumer authorized. Describe who initiated it and how access was obtained. Documents to prepare (confirm what is required): Statement showing the transfer; Transaction date and amount; App or bank communications; When the error was discovered and reported Exceptions and checks: A bank may not condition starting a covered error investigation on a police report; describe any requested documentation and ask about the applicable error process. Questions to ask: Who initiated and authorized the transaction?; Was this a consumer account and what transfer method was used?; When did the bank send the statement showing it? Next steps: Report directly to the bank or payment provider immediately.; Request the error-resolution instructions and written confirmation.; Keep records of reporting and any requested written follow-up. Limits: Coverage, reporting timing and liability depend on the actual facts. This does not promise reimbursement for every scam payment.

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Privacy Data and Cybersecurity Law

Personal data, cybersecurity, breach response, privacy rights, surveillance, records, compliance, and digital evidence.

Privacy Data and Cybersecurity Law

Legal Domain Master Prompt Manifest

Legal Domain Intelligence

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Accounting By Guardian

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court form “Accounting By Guardian.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

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Arkansas Educational Freedom Accounts

LEARNS Act voucher program using public funds for qualifying private-school tuition or homeschooling expenses, tied to a percentage of state foundation funding.

EducationSchool VouchersState Finance

Comprehensive Analysis of Financial Resources and Fiscal Policy in the State of Arkansas · p. 6–7

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Court Representation and Child Welfare Accountability

Attorneys ad litem, parent counsel, CASA, the Child Welfare Ombudsman, jurisdiction, complaint review, and legal-aid support.

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Child Welfare and Protective Services Infrastructure in Arkansas · p. 7–9

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LEARNS Act and Educational Freedom Accounts

Voucher financing, participation growth, switcher savings, and fiscal pressure on general revenue and public schools.

BenefitsCourt FormsEducation

Comprehensive Analysis of Financial Resources and Fiscal Policy in the State of Arkansas · p. 6–7

Research & Analysis

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Compiled Records License Agreement for Court Data Extracts

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court administration document “Compiled Records License Agreement for Court Data Extracts.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

Consumer & Public Records

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Arkansas Division of Correction Inmate Handbook (November 2022)

Arkansas Division of Correction handbook describing inmate rules, institutional procedures, classification, discipline, grievances, property, communications, programs, medical access, release preparation, and responsibilities. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

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Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

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Arkansas Post-Release Supervision Eligibility Rule (16 CAR Part 11)

Codified Arkansas Sentencing Commission rule governing eligibility for transfer to post-release supervision, earned-release-credit percentages, seriousness classifications, statutory exclusions, and offense-specific restrictions. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

CorrectionsEarned Release CreditsIndexed Document

Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

Criminal & Corrections

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DNet Reports User Manual Addendum

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court reference & manual “DNet Reports User Manual Addendum.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

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DNet Case Initiation Manual

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court reference & manual “DNet Case Initiation Manual.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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DNet Case Management User Manual

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court reference & manual “DNet Case Management User Manual.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Arkansas Correctional School Policies and Procedures Manual (2024–2025)

Searchable Arkansas Correctional School policy manual containing board policies, administrative regulations, and operational references for education delivered within the state correctional system. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

Correctional EducationCorrectionsEducation Policy

Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

Criminal & Corrections

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Government-benefit renewal or eligibility scam

A message may claim that Medicaid, SNAP, Social Security, unemployment, or another benefit will end unless personal information or money is provided through a link.

Scams & Fraud

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Arkansas City Clerks, Recorders and Treasurers Handbook (2020)

Arkansas Municipal League handbook covering municipal government, clerk and recorder duties, public meetings, ordinances, Freedom of Information Act responsibilities, elections, records management, and financial administration. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

ElectionsFOIAIndexed Document

Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

Financial & Government

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Arkansas Variable Annuity Contracts Rule (23 CAR Part 81)

Arkansas Insurance Department rule governing variable annuity contracts and separate accounts, including licensing, sales qualification, disclosure, reserve, asset, and annual-statement requirements. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

Consumer FinanceIndexed DocumentInsurance

Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

Consumer & Public Records

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In Forma Pauperis Affidavit under Rule 72 (2026)

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court form “In Forma Pauperis Affidavit under Rule 72 (2026).” The uploaded source database contains 2 records in DOCX, PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

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Arkansas Supreme Court Rule 6-6 Affidavit of Indigency

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court form “Arkansas Supreme Court Rule 6-6 Affidavit of Indigency.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Debt-lawsuit response builder

Helps identify the plaintiff, claimed account, service date, response date, prior payments, and evidence questions.

Document Intelligence

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Immediate utility shutoff demand

A caller or message may threaten same-day disconnection unless payment is made through an unusual method.

Scams & Fraud

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OCSE MyCase

Online child-support case access and account services for participating users.

Child Support

Arkansas Legal Resource Navigator Original Curated Directory

Family & Safety

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Financial records

Bills, payments, bank records, paystubs, leases, invoices, and benefit statements.

Navigation Tools

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Attorney Change of Address of Record Form

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court form “Attorney Change of Address of Record Form.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

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Debt lawsuits, judgments, and garnishment

Verify the debt and plaintiff, distinguish collection contact from court papers, preserve exemptions information, and respond in the correct forum.

Navigation Tools

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Guardian's Bond

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court form “Guardian's Bond.” The uploaded source database contains 2 records in DOCX, PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Arkansas Indexed Legal Documents Database

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Lafayette DHS county office

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ADVA district 4 Veteran Service Officer — Eric Siddons

Lafayette County Veteran Service Officer

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Privacy Data and Cybersecurity Law

Accounting By Guardian

Arkansas Educational Freedom Accounts

Court Representation and Child Welfare Accountability

LEARNS Act and Educational Freedom Accounts

Compiled Records License Agreement for Court Data Extracts

Arkansas Division of Correction Inmate Handbook (November 2022)

Arkansas Post-Release Supervision Eligibility Rule (16 CAR Part 11)

DNet Reports User Manual Addendum

DNet Case Initiation Manual

DNet Case Management User Manual

Arkansas Correctional School Policies and Procedures Manual (2024–2025)

Government-benefit renewal or eligibility scam

Arkansas City Clerks, Recorders and Treasurers Handbook (2020)

Arkansas Variable Annuity Contracts Rule (23 CAR Part 81)

In Forma Pauperis Affidavit under Rule 72 (2026)

Arkansas Supreme Court Rule 6-6 Affidavit of Indigency

Debt-lawsuit response builder

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OCSE MyCase

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Attorney Change of Address of Record Form

Debt lawsuits, judgments, and garnishment

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