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Hope Arkansas DUI and DWI Attorney

DRUNK DRIVING AND DUI LAWYER IN HOPE, ARKANSAS: DUI AND DWI

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Operating or being in control of a vehicle on a roadway while impaired by a controlled substance, or with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of:

  • .08 or higher for individuals aged 21 and older 
  • .02 or higher for those under 21.

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Operating a vehicle under the age of 21 with a BAC of .02 to .079. DUI is a charge exclusively for individuals under the age of 21. However, a judge can choose to charge an individual under 21 with a DWI, depending on the circumstances.

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DWI FIELD SOBRIETY TESTS IN ARKANSAS

Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus

An officer observes the involuntary jerking of a person's eyes as they follow an object from side to side. This eye movement can indicate impairment from alcohol or drugs. This test is considered to be 88% accurate when it comes to DWIs.

Walk And Turn

The detainee walks in a straight line, heel to toe, then turn and return in the same manner. Officers observe balance, coordination, and the ability to follow instructions, which can indicate impairment. This test is considered to be 79% accurate when it comes to DWIs.

One Leg Stand

The detainee stands on one leg while counting or answering questions aloud. The officer observes balance, coordination, and the ability to follow directions, which may indicate impairment if the individual struggles to maintain balance or follow instructions. This test is considered to be 83% accurate when it comes to DWIs.

Preliminary Breath Test

A portable roadside test used by law enforcement to measure a person's blood alcohol concentration (BAC). It's administered during traffic stops to help determine if a driver is impaired.

ITS NOT TOO LATE TO TURN AROUND

Alcohol Treatment Programs near you:

  •  Ozark Guidance Counseling  479-750-2020 
  •  Counseling Associates 501-336-8300
  •  Northeast Arkansas Community Center 870-972-4000
  •  Harbor House, Inc. 479-785-4083 
  •  10th District Substance Abuse Program 870-226-9970
  •  Southwest Arkansas Counseling and Mental Health Center 870-773-4655

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