Wife of former Arkansas lawmaker files for divorce following domestic violence arrest

The wife of former Arkansas state Rep. Austin McCollum has filed for divorce less than a week after his arrest on allegations of domestic violence.

Court records show McCollum’s wife filed for divorce Aug. 7, one day after seeking an order of protection against him.

Judge Xollie Duncan granted an ex parte order of protection through Aug. 25. A temporary hearing is scheduled for 9 a.m. that day…

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