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What Are The Penalties For A First Offense Dui?

One day to one year in jail and a fine of $150 up to $1000 fine plus court costs of $300.00. The court may order public service in lieu of jail, but the court shall include the reasons therefore in its written order or judgment.

Other Arkansas Drunk Driving Defense FAQs

Q: What Is A Dwi (Driving While Intoxicated)?
A: You may be charged with a DWI if you have a blood alcohol content of .10 or greater.
Q: What Is A Dui (Driving Under The Influence)?
A: You may be charged with a DUI if you are under 21 and have a blood alcohol content of at .02 and less than .10. If you are under 21 and your blood alcohol is .10 or … More
Q: What Are The Penalties For A Second Offense Dui?
A: Seven days to one year in jail OR no less than 30 days community service and a fine of no less than $400 nor more than $3000.00 and court costs of $300.00.
Q: What Are The Penalties For A Third Offense Dui?
A: 90 days to one year in jail OR no fewer than 90 days of community service and a fine of not less than $900.00 and no more than five thousand dollars..
Q: What Are The Penalties For A Fourth Offense Dui?
A: This is a felony. One year to 6 years in the state penitentiary OR not less than one year of community service. $900 to $5000.00 fine.
Q: What Are The Penalties For A Fifth Offense Dui?
A: Two years to ten years for the fifth or subsequent offense in the state penitentiary OR not less than two years of community service. $900 to $5000.00 fine. This is … More
Q: Can The Court Impose An Ignition Interlock Device?
A: Only if you can afford it (Surely this is unique to American law and facially unconstitutional). Then you can drive only cars with interlock devices for up to one year … More
Q: What Are The Penalties For A Driving On Suspended License?
A: Penalty: Shall be imprisoned for ten days and may be assessed a fine of not more than one thousand dollars. ($1000.00). Also license plate SHALL be impounded if the … More
Q: Can I Refuse To Take A Test?
A: If you refused to take a breath, blood or urine test after being arrested for DUI/DWI in Arkansas, or if the results of your test were .08% bloodalcohol or above, … More
Q: What Are The Driving Privileges Suspension For A First Offense?
A: DWI/DUI (Alcohol) 120 days suspension if breath test under .18. Under some circumstances, you can get a restricted license for work or school purposes DWI\DUI … More