Opinion No.

The Honorable Paul Bookout State Representative 2104 Catharine Drive Jonesboro, AR 72404-6963

Dear Representative Bookout:

I am writing in response to your request for my opinion on the following question:

Does governmental immunity which is conferred upon a school by Arkansas law extend to any torts that may occur outside the state of Arkansas when students are engaged in a school activity (e.g., FBLA, FHA, Student Council meetings) or on a social trip (e.g., senior graduation trips)?

RESPONSE

It depends. If the plaintiff files suit against the school in Arkansas, immunity will in all likelihood…