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Judge Dismisses Felony Case Against Texarkana Pawnshop Owner

Monday, March 9, 2026 at 5:29 AM

An Arkansas judge has dismissed a felony theft case against a Texarkana pawnshop owner.

An Arkansas judge has dismissed a felony theft case against a Texarkana pawnshop owner.

William “Bill” Duffer, owner of Tri-State Pawn and Jewelry on State Line Avenue, had been charged with theft by receiving after a search of his business last September.

However, Circuit Judge Edwin Keaton ruled that Arkansas law covering dealers of secondhand goods should apply instead, which carries only a misdemeanor penalty.

Keaton was appointed to the case after Miller County judges recused themselves.

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Judge Dismisses Felony Case Against Texarkana Pawnshop Owner

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