Charged with DUI in Arkansas? Talk to an Arkansas DUI Lawyer!
Facing drunken driving charges can be scary – if you're found guilty, you could face fines, license suspension and even jail time. Luckily, you don't have to deal with your DUI charges by yourself. With the help of an Arkansas DUI lawyer, you may be able to fight your DUI charges in court. If you aren't familiar with Arkansas's latest DUI laws and Arkansas criminal courtroom procedure, you'll likely feel lost when you're at trial. Letting an Arkansas DUI lawyer take care of all the legal details can give you the peace of mind you need to focus on how best to move forward with your case.
Arkansas DUI Penalties
First DUI Conviction
- 120-day driver's license suspension (180-day suspension if BAC is .15% or higher)
- 1 day – 1 year in jail (or community service)
- $150 – $1,000 fine
- Potential ignition interlock device requirement
- Completion of Alcohol Education Program
Second DUI Conviction (within 5 years)
- 2-year driver's license suspension
- 7 days – 1year in jail (or 30 days of community service)
- $400 – $3,000 fine
- Potential ignition interlock device requirement
- Completion of Alcohol Education Program
Third DUI Conviction (within 5 years)
- 30-month driver's license suspension
- 90 days – 1 year in jail (or 90 days community service)
- $900 – $5,000 fine
- Potential ignition interlock device requirement
- Completion of Alcohol Education Program
Can You Refuse a Breath Test?
- NO
Penalties for Refusal
- 1st refusal = 180-day driver's license suspension
- 2nd refusal = 2-year driver's license suspension
- 3rd refusal = 3-year driver's license suspension
- 4th refusal = lifetime driver's license revocation
Arkansas DUI Resources
- You can find the full text of Arkansas's DUI laws on the Arkansas DUI Laws page.
- Get the latest DUI legislative updates and DUI news from our DUI articles section.
- Check out our DUI Glossary of Terms to brush up on your DUI vocabulary.
Don't Wait to Contact a DUI Lawyer Near You!
You likely have many questions about your DUI charges right now. You may be wondering how you can challenge your DUI charges in court, if you'll lose your privileges to drive or how accurate the breath-testing machines used by police officers are. Working with an Arkansas DUI lawyer allows you to ask those questions of – and have them answered by – someone with legal knowhow and familiarity with Arkansas's DUI laws and procedures.
Your Arkansas DUI lawyer can help you decide on the best course of action based on the circumstances of your case. If you're ready to take control of your DUI charges by getting in touch with a DUI lawyer, all you have to do is fill out our free online DUI case evaluation form or call us toll-free at 1 (877) 349-1311. We'll put you in touch with an Arkansas DUI attorney who practices near you. Don't hesitate any longer. Contact Total DUI today.
Note: DUI laws may have changed since our last update. For the latest information on these DUI laws, speak to a DUI lawyer in the state.