(a)

1. (1) Payment of wages for minimum wage or overtime shall be made in currency, check drawn on an account with sufficient funds, or by electronic deposit into an employee’s account in compliance with Arkansas Code § 11-4-402.
2. (2) Payment may also be made by providing a debit card preloaded with the wage payment in compliance with Arkansas Code § 11-4-403(f).
3. (3) If wages are paid by providing a preloaded debit card, at least one (1) free withdrawal shall be available for the funds for each deposit of wages loaded onto the debit card.

(b) Payment of wages:

1. (1) Shall be made free and clear; and
2. (2) Must be paid finally and unconditionally.

(c) Special rules apply for:

1. (1) Tipped employees whose employer takes a credit against the minimum wage;
2. (2) Employees who receive board, lodging, or other facilities for which an employer takes credit against the minimum wage; and
3. (3) Public employees who receive compensatory time off in lieu of overtime pursuant to this part and the Minimum Wage Act of the State of Arkansas, Arkansas Code § 11-4-201 et seq.