Arkansas DWI Costs (2026)
State-specific DWI cost calculators, law summaries, and guides for Arkansas.
Calculate your Arkansas DWI costOn our estimates, a typical first-offense DWI in Arkansas costs about $15,124, the 35th highest of the 50 states (median of our state estimates: $17,615). Use the calculators below for your own situation.
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How much does a DWI cost in Arkansas?
Add up the fine ($150-$1,000), attorney fees (our estimate: $1,500-$5,000), insurance, ignition interlock, education, reinstatement and time off work, and our calculator puts a typical first-offense DWI in Arkansas at about $15,124, within a range of $8,415 to $23,721, using its default answers. Use the calculator for an estimate based on your own situation.
What is the legal DWI term in Arkansas?
Arkansas uses the term "DWI" for impaired driving offenses. The legal BAC limit is 0.08% for adults, with enhanced penalties at 0.15% BAC.
How long is your license suspended for a first DWI in Arkansas?
A first-offense DWI in Arkansas carries a license suspension of 180 days, and a second offense carries a license suspension of 2 years (730 days). Whether you can keep driving on a restricted license during that time is covered below.
Is an ignition interlock device required in Arkansas?
Yes. Arkansas requires an ignition interlock device for 6 months following a first DWI conviction. We estimate the monthly cost at about $80.
Does Arkansas require SR-22 insurance after a DWI?
Yes. Arkansas requires SR-22 high-risk insurance filing for 3 years following a DWI conviction. We estimate the typical premium increase at 50-90%.
When does a DWI become a felony in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, a DWI becomes a felony on the fourth offense within 10 years. Other factors, such as an injury, can also change how a case is charged; an attorney can tell you how they apply in Arkansas.
Can a DWI be expunged in Arkansas?
Arkansas does not allow DWI convictions to be expunged. Some states have other ways to limit who can see a record, such as sealing, which this site does not cover yet; an attorney in Arkansas can tell you whether any apply.
How long do you have to request a license hearing after a DWI arrest in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, you have 7 days from when you receive the suspension notice to request a hearing on your license (Ark. Code Ann. § 5-65-402(a)(2)(B), (a)(7)(A)). The request must arrive within that time. The notice you received at arrest gives the exact date.
How long does Arkansas have to charge you with a DWI?
In Arkansas, the state generally must file DWI charges within 1 year of the alleged offense. This deadline reflects a first-offense misdemeanor DWI; felony cases can carry a different filing window. If you are charged, an attorney can confirm how the deadline applies to your case.
Can you get a hardship or restricted license after a DWI in Arkansas?
Arkansas generally offers a hardship or restricted license that can let you keep driving for work, school, or treatment during part of a DWI suspension. Eligibility and conditions depend on your offense level and the court, so confirm the current rules for your situation.
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