Arkansas DWI Laws
Facing a DUI in Arkansas? Get the accurate information you need.
Arkansas DWI cases are not treated lightly. The state requires ignition interlock devices for some first-time DUI offenders, as well as higher penalties for drivers with a BAC above .15.
You may have a family lawyer you rely on for traffic tickets or family matters. But when it comes to these charges, though, you may want to speak with a lawyer who specializes in Arkansas DUI laws.
Early in the process, you should have all the information about the charges, your case and how your actions will impact your trial. A DWI conviction can have a long-term impact on your ability to drive or keep a job. Talking to an Arkansas DWI lawyer who knows the state laws and how they apply to your case will help you make informed decisions.
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The penalties for DWI in Arkansas , even if this is your first DWI charge, are serious. Refusing a breath test in Arkansas means you lose your driver’s license for 180 days. Your second refusal in five years gets you a suspended license for two years.
Arkansas DWI Penalties
First DUI Conviction
- 120-day driver's license suspension; 180-day suspension if BAC is .15% or higher
- Between one day and one year jail sentence
- Community service
- $150 - $1,000 fine
- Potential required use of ignition interlock device
- Completion of Alcohol Education Program
Second DUI Conviction (within 5 years)
- Two-year driver's license suspension
- Seven days - one year jail sentence
- 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 sentence
- Community service
- $900 - $5,000 fine
- Potential ignition interlock device requirement
- Completion of Alcohol Education Program
Penalties for Refusal
- First refusal: 180-day driver's license suspension
- Second refusal: 2-year driver's license suspension
- Third refusal: Three-year driver's license suspension
- Fourth refusal: Lifetime driver's license revocation
A local DWI lawyer can answer any questions you might have about the laws in Arkansas or your specific DWI case. To speak with a DUI lawyer near you today, fill out the free case evaluation form on this page or call us, toll free, at 877-349-1311.
Note: Laws may have changed since our last update. For the latest information on these DWI laws, speak to a local DUI lawyer in Arkansas .
The Arkansas DUI penalty list is by no means all-inclusive. DUI penalties may vary based on a variety of factors, including your prior driving record.
