Jonesboro DWI Records

Jonesboro DUI records are held by the Jonesboro Police Department and Craighead County courts. This guide covers where to request arrest reports, how to search court cases online, and how to file a FOIA request for DUI-related records in Jonesboro.

Jonesboro Police Department Records

The Jonesboro Police Department handles DUI arrests within city limits. The main phone number is (870) 935-5656. The Records Division processes public records requests for police reports, accident reports, and arrest records. Requests are accepted in accordance with the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

The JPD website at jonesboropolice.com has department information and contact details. Arrest reports are available once filed by the arresting officer. If you are looking for an accident report from a DUI crash, you can also use BuyCrash for online ordering, or visit crashreports.ark.org for Arkansas State Police crash reports at $10.00 each.

FOIA requests for city records can be submitted through Jonesboro's online portal at jonesboroar.justfoia.com. The portal lets you file a request electronically and track its status without having to go in person.

Craighead County District Court

Misdemeanor DUI and DWI cases from Jonesboro go to the Craighead County District Court. The court is at 511 Union Street, Suite 107, Jonesboro, AR 72401. The phone number is (870) 933-4530. This court handles misdemeanor criminal cases including first and second DWI offenses, traffic citations, and small claims matters.

District court records include case filings, hearing dates, pleas, and sentences. If you need a copy of a district court case file, contact the court directly. Some records can be searched online through CourtConnect. The court processes a large volume of traffic and DUI cases because Jonesboro is the largest city in northeast Arkansas. Wait times in person can vary, so calling ahead is recommended.

Court fines tied to DUI convictions can be paid through the Arkansas court payment system at pay.arcourts.gov. That portal covers cases from courts across the state, including Craighead County District Court.

Felony DUI Cases in Craighead County

When a DUI defendant in Jonesboro reaches a fourth offense within the 10-year lookback period, the charge becomes a felony. Those cases go through the Craighead County Circuit Court. The circuit clerk maintains felony criminal case records for all Craighead County cases. Records are available in person at the courthouse or through CourtConnect online.

Certified copies of felony case records cost more than standard copies and typically require a visit to the clerk's office or a written request by mail. For full information on county-level court records, fees, and how to find the Craighead County courthouse address, see the Craighead County DUI Records page.

Online Search Tools for Jonesboro DUI Cases

Start with Arkansas CourtConnect for free online case searches. The portal covers district and circuit court cases statewide, including Craighead County. Search by name, case number, or offense type. This is the fastest way to find basic case status for a DUI matter in Jonesboro without making a trip to the courthouse.

The Jonesboro FOIA portal at jonesboroar.justfoia.com is specifically for requesting police department records. Court records go through CourtConnect or the circuit clerk. For criminal background checks that include DUI convictions, the Arkansas State Police operates the ARCH system at cbc.ark.org. Name-based checks cost $22.00 and require consent from the subject. The Arkansas Judiciary website has links to all court tools in one location.

FOIA Requests in Jonesboro

Jonesboro's online FOIA portal makes it easy to request public records electronically. Go to jonesboroar.justfoia.com, fill out the form, and submit your request. You will be able to track the status of your request online after submitting.

Under Arkansas FOIA, government agencies must respond within three business days. There is no residency requirement. Anyone can request public records. Fees cover actual copy costs. Records exempt from disclosure include active criminal investigation files, juvenile records, sealed cases, and some personnel records. If your request is denied or you have questions about access, call the Arkansas Attorney General's FOIA Hotline at (800) 482-8982.

DWI Laws in Jonesboro

Jonesboro follows Arkansas state law on all DUI and DWI matters. There is no local ordinance. The BAC threshold is 0.08% for adults and 0.02% for drivers under 21. First DWI: up to one year in jail, $150 to $1,000 fine, six-month license suspension. Second offense in five years: seven days to one year in jail, $400 to $3,000 fine, 24-month suspension.

Third offense in five years: 90 days to one year in jail, $900 to $5,000 fine, 30-month suspension. Fourth offense within 10 years: felony charge, one to six years in prison, $900 to $5,000 fine, four-year revocation. Arkansas prohibits plea bargaining down from a DWI charge to a lesser offense. Refusing a chemical test triggers an automatic 180-day suspension on the first refusal. License actions are handled by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration.

Jonesboro is home to Arkansas State University, which means a notable portion of the population is college-age. Underage DUI in Arkansas covers drivers under 21 with a BAC between 0.02% and 0.08%. Those cases go to district court and carry their own penalties including community service, mandatory alcohol education, and license suspension. Those records are public and searchable through CourtConnect just like adult DWI cases.

Nearby Cities

Jonesboro is the largest city in northeast Arkansas. Paragould is about 25 miles to the north. Other qualifying cities in the region are farther out.

For county-level DUI records, visit Craighead County DUI Records.