Ark. Code Ann. § 12-64-603: Sentence of dismissal or discharge

(a) A dishonorable discharge, bad conduct discharge, or dismissal shall not be adjudged by any court-martial unless a complete record of the proceedings and testimony before the court has been made.

(b) No sentence of dismissal or dishonorable discharge may be executed until it is approved by the Governor or the commanding general of the organized militia.