When charged with DUI, you must face two separate cases:

• An administrative case with the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration Office of Motor Vehicles
• The criminal case for DUI or DWI

The window to schedule a hearing in the administrative case is short, so requesting a hearing is crucial to avoid automatic application of administrative license suspension. Our knowledgeable DUI defense attorney knows the rules and strategies to give you the best chance to keep your license. Call us immediately to discuss your case and find out if you still have time to request an administrative hearing.

Sometimes the government stacks multiple charges to increase the odds of conviction. A DUI or DWI charge is often a preliminary tactic for the government to try to justify a search of your person or property. If this happens to you, you may find yourself in the city jail facing charges for one or more drug crimes in Jonesboro, in addition to the DUI or DWI. Our Jonesboro criminal defense attorney provides comprehensive representation for all your criminal charges.

DWI - first offense

• Twenty-four hours to one year in jail
• A $150 to $1,000 fine
• Court costs totaling $300
• An alcohol education course
• Driver license suspension

Note: If your arrest was after July 31, 2009, the suspension period is six months regardless of your blood alcohol content (BAC), and temporary permits are no longer available. You are only eligible for an interlock device. DWI - second offense

• Seven days to one year in jail
• A $400 to $3,000 fine
• Court costs totaling $300
• An alcohol education course
• Driver license suspension for 24 months

Note: If your arrest was after July 31, 2009, you are eligible for an interlock device after 45 days. DWI - third offense

• Ninety days to one year in jail
• A $900 to $5,000 fine
• Court costs totaling $300
• An alcohol education course
• Driver license suspension for 30 months

Note: If your arrest was after July 31, 2009, you are eligible for an interlock device after 45 days. DWI - fourth offense - felony

• One to six years in prison
• A $10,000 maximum fine
• Court costs totaling $300
• An alcohol education course
• Driver license suspension for four years