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Q: I got pulled over and they found and empty unused syringe in my truck but my record is clean. What do I do??

I've never had a charge. My record is squeaky clean.

Degen Clow
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Degen Clow
answered on Dec 31, 2021

It sounds like you may have some good facts to fight your case with. You should visit with a defense attorney to get an assessment of your case and possible defenses.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Arkansas on
Q: I got pulled over and they found and empty unused syringe in my truck but my record is clean. What do I do??

I've never had a charge. My record is squeaky clean.

Richard Lane Hughes
Richard Lane Hughes
answered on Dec 11, 2021

I assume that you were charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. First, did the police have cause to stop you and to search your vehicle? Did you consent to a search? Was the unused needle in your vehicle for a legitimate reason? There are many facts that may determine the course that you take... View More

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Q: can a police officer pull you over because he said he couldn't see your license plate

it was night time and an officer pulled me over because he said he couldn't see my license plate even though there was no obstruction and he was well over 50 ft away

W. Whitfield Hyman
W. Whitfield Hyman
answered on Nov 28, 2021

No, not if the light was working that illuminates the license plate.

1 Answer | Asked in Cannabis & Marijuana Law, Criminal Law and Traffic Tickets for Arkansas on
Q: Possession of marijuana in van buren Arkansas!
W. Whitfield Hyman
W. Whitfield Hyman
answered on Nov 4, 2021

You didn’t post the question

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Arkansas on
Q: I was in a car accident. I wasn't in the wrong but I still got a citation

And we didn't exchange insurance information. They pulled her car and mines

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 10, 2021

An Arkansas attorney should advise here, but your post remains open for two weeks. At the very least, if you haven't already, you could consider a consult with a traffic ticket defense attorney.

There's a lot to sort out here - What was the citation for? Are there plausible...
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Q: I got cited for pedestrians crossing at other than crosswalk yesterday, its my first offense,and I'm not sure what to do

I was running across the street to my motel, this car waved me to go across because it was clear, another car that happen to be texting and driving slammed on their brake to late and clashed with the car that waved me to go across, and due to property damage I have to go to court. Its my first... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Jul 5, 2021

This sounds like something you should fight and if you do so, then you should hire a traffic ticket attorney to represent him and wade through this. Use the Find a Lawyer tab and search for criminal defense or traffic ticket attorneys in your area-----some will provide a free initial... View More

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Q: my vehicle got towed from my property after receiving a traffic violation am I responsible for tow fees

Arrested for driving on a suspended private property sign was posted they pushed the vehicle onto the public road out of my yard to load

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jun 1, 2021

I'm not getting why your vehicle was towed. And from private property. Here's the problem--you can go after the person responsible, but in the meantime your car is sitting racking up storage rates at a lot of dollars per day. I suggest you need to talk to the tow people, be very polite,... View More

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Q: Can I fight a ticket for drug paraphernalia if they messed up my cars model on the ticket? I drive a XLS!

I drive a XLS and they put UTS, is that enough to fight the ticket! My vin number and license number are correct?

Stewart Whaley
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Stewart Whaley
answered on May 9, 2020

No, not just because the model is wrong. There may be other ways to attack the ticket, but that isn't going to make or break it.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Criminal Law for Arkansas on
Q: Tonight I was written a ticket for contributing to the delinquency of a minor in Arkansas , what should my next step be

The cops showed up because a buddy who wasn’t there has a crazy girlfriend, and she showed up looking for him and then called the cops and told them a lie about somebody who was really drunk and left the house. Nobody was really drunk but a few people had a couple drinks at my house.

James E Hensley Jr
James E Hensley Jr
answered on Mar 28, 2020

Thank you for reaching out. The citation is a class A Misdemeanor in Arkansas. This is up to one year in the county jail and up to $2500 fine if you plead guilty or are found guilty by a Judge. The charge may stay on your record forever. You can seal this record though. Depending on which court... View More

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Q: DFW, TX resident, recently rcvd 3/1 tkt (speeding over 15 mph, reckless driving -1st dg, endanger welfare) in AR

I rcvd 3 tickets traveling thru AR to Memphis for MLK DAY, I would like to obtain an attorney due to the seriousness of the charges & the discrepancies from the Troopers verbal statements vs the charges listed on the citation. Will obtaining an attorney help w/ possible deferred adjudication on... View More

Stewart Whaley
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Stewart Whaley
answered on Jan 22, 2020

Maybe, maybe not. There are several issues the attorney would have to evaluate, some may not be apparent until discovery is reviewed. What Arkansas county were you in and what court is listed on the ticket?

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Arkansas on
Q: I use an Amber flashing light on m car that I use as a Hazzard light. I got a ticket. What the max fine?

I use it so people can't say they didn't see me when they hit my car. I've seen others use similar light too while driving. Why did I get a ticket for Hazzard light use .

Stewart Whaley
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Stewart Whaley
answered on Jan 2, 2020

It is running all the time becasue you want people to always see it?

If so, it sounds like a violation of 27-36-208(c). You aren't an authorized emergency vehicle, only using it as a turn signal and "just driving" is not an unusual traffic hazard.

27-36-208(c)...
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Q: I have a failure to comply MISD. They issued a warrant and bond is $910.00. Will they take me to jail if I pay part of t

They have issued a warrant but I can’t pay the full $910. Will they take payment plans without taking me to jail?

Stewart Whaley
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Stewart Whaley
answered on Sep 4, 2019

Ticket in Arkansas (I see you are in TN)? It varies from court to court, really. You will have to appear on the warrant, then address the misdemeanor. Depending on the court, an attorney could make a big difference in how all it plays out (maybe get the FTA dropped, negotiate the fine down, etc.).

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Traffic Tickets for Arkansas on
Q: Is there a time limit to getting your car off the side of the road in arkansas state?

My car was on the side of the road for a little over a hour

Bruce Alexander Minnick
Bruce Alexander Minnick
answered on Apr 4, 2019

It is unlawful to leave an unattended car on the side of most roads in every state. And--depending upon which road it is, the authorities will be sure to give tickets (and may even impound cars) when in interest of public safety.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Arkansas on
Q: How can a roadway be a portion of a highway if a highway is within the boundary lines of a roadway?

Arkansas Code Annotated Title 27 Transportation Subtitle 4. Motor Vehicular Traffic Chapter 49 General Provisions Subchapter 1-- Title, Applicability, and Construction Generally

27-49-114. Definitions.

(23) "Roadway" means that portion of a highway improved, designed, or... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Oct 8, 2018

Means the berm shouldn't be used for travel, the highway is. Thus "driving in lanes meant for travel" is the vehicular code perverse citation for didn't stay in lane of travel and went off the side of the road.

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Traffic Tickets and Collections for Arkansas on
Q: What can you do if you can't pay your fines

I live in Missouri now but in 2011 I was living in Hot Springs AR, I got a public intoxication charge and never paid the fine. Now they have a hold on my drivers license so I can't get reinstated but I am eligible for reinstatement in MO, I have not had a DL since 2008/9 because I had a dui... View More

W. Whitfield Hyman
W. Whitfield Hyman
answered on Sep 27, 2018

If you hire an attorney they may be able to lift the warrant for you.

I recommend Shane Ethridge in that area.

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1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Arkansas on
Q: Just got pulled over for purple lights and got a ticket is purple illegal
Stewart Whaley
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Stewart Whaley
answered on Aug 2, 2018

Probably. There are SEVERAL rules/restrictions for vehicle lights in Arkansas (placement, color, height, alignment of the light beams, number of feet were the beam's center point must be, etc.).

Finding a way to install purple lights of some kind and NOT violate one or more of them...
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Q: If you was backing back on road way and hit a vehicle can a police officer give you a ticket for careless driving
Stewart Whaley
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Stewart Whaley
answered on Jun 25, 2018

Yes. I have received 2 tickets for backing into vehicles. The key is what to do AFTER you get the ticket. If you need to contest it for insurance or other reasons, hire an attorney.

https://law.justia.com/codes/arkansas/2017/title-27/subtitle-4/chapter-51/subchapter-1/section-27-51-104/

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Q: I live out of state and completely forgot about a speeding ticket I received in Arkansas. How do I clear up the warrant?

I want to stop the pending license suspension from happening since it was truly an honest mistake!

Stewart Whaley
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Stewart Whaley
answered on Apr 15, 2018

Hire an attorney to appear for you on the Failure To Appear (FTA) warrant, so you don’t have to come here. Once the warrant is settled, said atty can work on resolution of the charge.

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I’m a lawyer. I’m not your lawyer. This is my opinion and not legal advice.

1 Answer | Asked in Traffic Tickets for Arkansas on
Q: what's the penalty for a ticket for drug paraphernalia. ( an unused marijuana pipe
Stewart Whaley
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Stewart Whaley
answered on Apr 15, 2018

An “unused” pipe (no residue) in my world is for tobacco...

If the charge is 5-64-443 and the substance is marijuana it is a class A misdemeanor

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