Ark. Code Ann. § 20-18-308: Reproductions of records and files

(a) To preserve vital records, the State Registrar of Vital Records may prepare typewritten, photographic, electronic, or other reproductions of original records and files in the Division of Vital Records.

(b) When verified and approved by the state registrar, the reproductions shall be accepted as the original records.

(c) The documents from which permanent reproductions have been made may be disposed of as provided by rule.