Arkansas Code § 16-97-102 - Sentencing by the Court

The following procedure shall govern sentencing by the court:

(1) When either party requests to present evidence relevant to sentencing, the court shall hear or receive such evidence and any rebuttal by the opposing party.

(2) If neither party requests a sentencing hearing, the court may order one or may order a presentence investigation pursuant to ยง 5-4-102.

(3) The court may hear or may request argument relevant to the appropriate sentence following either a hearing or a presentence investigation.

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