Felony Fraudulent Insurance Act Charge Resolves with Probation Under Arkansas First Offender Act (Act 346) in Mississippi County | Case Result

Benton, Arkansas – April 23, 2026 – Mustain Law Firm, PLLC secured a favorable outcome for its client in a felony criminal case pending in Mississippi County Circuit Court, Blytheville , Arkansas.

Attorney Logan Mustain, an Arkansas criminal defense lawyer, represented the defendant in a case involving the following charges:

• Forgery (Ark. Code Ann. § 5-37-201)

• Theft of Property (Ark. Code Ann. § 5-36-103)

• Fraudulent Insurance Act (Ark. Code Ann. § 23-66-502)

• Filing False Report with Law Enforcement (Ark. Code Ann. § 5-54-122)

On August 1, 2025, the case was resolved through a negotiated plea, resulting in:

• No prison sentence imposed

• 36 months of probation

• $1,000 fine + court costs

• Upon successful completion of probation, all charges will be dismissed without conviction under the Arkansas First Offender Act (Act 346)

Case Outcome Highlights

• Charges:

  • Forgery (Ark. Code Ann. § 5-37-201)

  • Theft of Property (Ark. Code Ann. § 5-36-103)

  • Fraudulent Insurance Act (Ark. Code Ann. § 23-66-502)

  • Filing False Report (Ark. Code Ann. § 5-54-122)

• Court: Mississippi County Circuit Court (Blytheville, Arkansas)

• Disposition Date: August 1, 2025

• Case Type: Felony Criminal Defense

• Final Result:

  • Probation imposed (36 months)

  • $1,000 fine

  • Upon successful completion of probation, all charges will be dismissed without conviction under the Arkansas First Offender Act (Act 346)

Potential Penalties (What Was at Risk)

These Arkansas felony charges carried significant consequences:

Felony Offenses (Forgery, Theft, Fraud, False Report):

• Exposure to prison time in the Arkansas Division of Correction

• Significant fines, fees, and court costs

• Long-term impact on employment, housing, and criminal record

• Risk of consecutive sentencing across multiple felony counts

Case Background

The defendant faced multiple felony allegations arising from conduct occurring between 2023 and 2024. The case proceeded in Mississippi County, Arkansas, where the defendant faced substantial felony exposure, including the possibility of incarceration.

Through strategic criminal defense and negotiation, the case was resolved on August 1, 2025, with the Court imposing probation only. Upon successful completion of probation, all charges will be dismissed without conviction under the Arkansas First Offender Act (Act 346).

Why This Result Matters

Avoiding incarceration on multiple felony charges in Mississippi County, Arkansas is a significant result.

This outcome demonstrates:

• Avoidance of prison time in a multi-count felony case

• Reduction of overall sentencing exposure through negotiation

• Opportunity for the client to remain in the community under supervision

• A favorable resolution in a serious Arkansas criminal case involving multiple felony allegations

Strategic Criminal Defense Matters

Mustain Law Firm represents clients across Arkansas, including:

• Mississippi County

• Saline County

• Pulaski County

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About Mustain Law Firm, PLLC

Mustain Law Firm, PLLC is a Benton, Arkansas criminal defense law firm focused on:

• Felony and misdemeanor criminal defense

• CDL and traffic ticket defense

• Probation and post-disposition matters

The firm is committed to achieving results that minimize long-term consequences and protect clients’ futures.