What am I allowed to ask a potential tenant about a past felony?

[John Clark]

I have a potential tenant inquiring about my rental but stated they have a felony from 2017.  He claims he meets all of my other minimum requirements but wants to confirm his felony wont be an issue before they apply.  I want to ask what the charge was or at least was it a violent or non violent charge but I want to make sure I'm not overstepping any legal issues by asking that.  Located in Arkansas.

[Jill F.]

Find out the jurisdiction and tell him you'll check out the court records and let him know. Ask him if he wants to tell you anything about his situation before you check it out.