Springdale DUI Records

Springdale DUI and DWI records come from the Springdale Police Department and Washington County courts. This page explains how to find arrest reports, court case files, and other DUI-related public records for cases that occurred in Springdale.

Springdale Police Department Records

The Springdale Police Department processes public records requests for incidents that occur within city limits. For arrest reports, accident reports, and DUI-related offense reports, you can contact the department or Springdale City Hall directly. The city's records request process follows Arkansas FOIA guidelines, which require a response within three business days.

The city website at springdalear.gov has contact information for the police department and city clerk. For accident reports tied to DUI incidents, the Arkansas State Police offers an online ordering system at crashreports.ark.org. Those reports cost $10.00. You can also order crash reports through BuyCrash.

Washington County District Court

DUI cases in Springdale go through the Washington County court system. Springdale is in Washington County, so misdemeanor DWI charges filed after a Springdale arrest are heard in Washington County District Court. The Washington County Circuit Clerk's office is at 280 North College Avenue, Suite 302, Fayetteville, AR 72701. The phone number is (479) 444-1538.

The circuit clerk maintains records for all Washington County court cases. Copies cost $0.05 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 per page. You will need a case ID or citation number for the most direct search. Court records are also accessible online. Even though the clerk's office is physically in Fayetteville, it covers all of Washington County including Springdale. You do not need to go to a Springdale-specific location.

Washington County District Court handles misdemeanor DWI cases, which cover most first and second offenses. The court processes traffic citations, sets hearing dates, and records case outcomes including pleas, judgments, and sentences. If a Springdale DUI case results in a felony charge, it moves to Washington County Circuit Court, which also sits in Fayetteville.

Felony DUI Cases in Washington County

Fourth and subsequent DWI offenses within a 10-year period are felonies under Arkansas law. Those cases from Springdale are handled by the Washington County Circuit Court in Fayetteville. Felony case records are public and can be searched online through CourtConnect or by contacting the circuit clerk directly.

The Washington County Circuit Clerk's office handles all felony criminal matters and can provide certified copies of case documents. If you need records for a felony DUI case from Springdale, the process is the same as for any Washington County felony matter. Visit the clerk's office in Fayetteville or submit a written request. For more detail, see the Washington County DUI Records page.

How to Search Springdale DUI Cases Online

The main online tool for searching Springdale DUI court cases is Arkansas CourtConnect. This free state portal covers both district and circuit court cases. Washington County is part of the CourtConnect system. You can search by party name, case number, or case type. The system is up most of the day and night.

For citation lookup and payment, use the Arkansas court payment portal at pay.arcourts.gov. That tool covers fines and fees for courts statewide. For criminal background checks that include DUI convictions, the Arkansas State Police system at cbc.ark.org offers name-based checks for authorized parties. The fee is $22.00 for name-based checks. The Arkansas Judiciary website links to all these tools in one place.

FOIA Requests for Springdale Records

For records held by the Springdale Police Department or other city offices, you can submit a FOIA request to Springdale City Hall. Under Arkansas law, the city must respond within three business days. Written requests can be submitted in person or by mail. There is no residency requirement to request Arkansas public records.

Fees are based on the actual cost of copying documents. Some types of records are exempt, including records from ongoing criminal investigations, sealed cases, juvenile records, and medical information. If a request is denied, you can contact the Arkansas Attorney General's FOIA Hotline at (800) 482-8982 for guidance on your options. For court records specifically, contact the Washington County Circuit Clerk directly at (479) 444-1538.

DWI Laws That Apply in Springdale

Springdale has no local DUI ordinance. All DUI and DWI charges in the city follow Arkansas state law. Adults over 21 face DWI charges at a BAC of 0.08% or higher. Drivers under 21 face DUI charges starting at 0.02%. The penalties escalate sharply with each offense within the 10-year lookback period.

First DWI: up to one year in jail, $150 to $1,000 fine, six-month suspension. Second offense within 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 and a 30-month suspension. Fourth offense within 10 years: felony, one to six years in prison, up to $5,000 fine, four-year revocation. Arkansas does not allow DWI plea bargains to lesser charges. Refusing chemical testing leads to automatic suspension under the implied consent law. The DFA DUI/DWI page covers reinstatement requirements and ignition interlock device rules.

Nearby Cities

Springdale is part of the Northwest Arkansas metro area along with Fayetteville, Rogers, and Bentonville. All four cities are within a short drive of each other.

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