A: If you get a ticket for driving while intoxicated, you MUST apply for a hearing within seven days or your license will automatically be suspended 30 days from the date of the arrest. Punishments imposed by criminal courts are as follows: Arkansas has a five (5) year "look-back" for determining previous offenses. First Offense DWI: One day to one year in jail and a fine of $150.00 up to $1,000.00, plus court costs of $300.00. The court has discretion to order public service in lieu of jail. Second Offense DWI: Seven days up to one year in jail or no less than 30 days community service and a fine of $400.00 up to $3,000.00 plus court costs of $300.00 Third Offense DWI: Ninety (90) days to one year in jail or no less than 90 days community service and a fine of $900.00 up to $5,000.00. Fourth Offense DWI: A fourth offense DWI is a felony in Arkansas. One year to six years in the state penitentiary or not less than one year of community service. A fine of $900.00 up to $5,000.00. Fifth Offense DWI: A fifth offense DWI is also a felony. Two years to ten years for the fifth or subsequent offense in the state penitentiary or not less than two years of community service. A fine of $900.00 up to $5,000.00. Arkansas DWI arrestees may be subject to an ignition interlock requirement. Penalties imposed by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration First Offense DWI: * DWI (Alcohol): 120 days suspension if breath test under .15. Under some circumstances you can get a restricted license for work or school. * DWI (Drugs): Suspension for six months. * Refusal: 180 days. No restricted license available but you may qualify for an "interlock" restricted license. Second Offense DWI: * DWI: Suspension for 24 months for a second offense within 5 years of the first offense. After one year can get interlock and restricted license. * Refusal: Two year suspension. No restricted license is available. Third Offense DWI: * DWI: Suspension for 30 months. No restricted license for one year. * Refusal: Revocation for three years. No restricted permit or license is available. Fourth and Subsequent Offense DWI: * DWI: Revocation for four years. * Refusal: Lifetime revocation * Note - laws and regulations are subject to change without notice.
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