Dallas County DUI Records

Dallas County DUI records are public documents kept by the county sheriff, the circuit clerk, and the Arkansas state court system. Located in south-central Arkansas, the county seat is Fordyce. DUI and DWI cases filed in Dallas County go through the circuit court in Fordyce. This page covers the sheriff's office details, how to access court records, and what state resources apply to DUI cases in this county.

How to Find DUI Records in Dallas County

Dallas County is a small rural county in south-central Arkansas. Fordyce is the county seat and the main population center. DUI arrests in the county come from the Dallas County Sheriff's Office, the Fordyce Police Department, and Arkansas State Police troopers on area highways. All DUI and DWI criminal cases are filed in the circuit court in Fordyce.

Your best free starting point is the Arkansas CourtConnect portal. This system covers Dallas County and lets you search by name, case number, or charge type. You can see the filing date, case status, charges, and scheduled hearing dates. CourtConnect is available 24/7 and costs nothing to use.

For arrest records, the Dallas County Sheriff's website is at dallascountyarsheriff.com. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. For full case files, contact the Dallas County Circuit Clerk in Fordyce. The clerk holds the official case record and can provide copies for a fee.

The Dallas County Sheriff's Office website provides access to inmate information, the most wanted list, and public records for DUI arrests in Dallas County, Arkansas.

Dallas County Sheriff DWI Arrest Records

The Dallas County Sheriff's Office is at 106 S. Charlotte Street, Fordyce, AR 71742 (mailing: PO Box 689). The phone number is (870) 352-2002. The fax is (870) 352-3700. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The sheriff's office operates 24/7 for law enforcement calls even though the administrative office is only open weekdays.

Records available from the Dallas County Sheriff include the inmate roster, the most wanted list, crime reports, sex offender registry data, and warrant information. DUI arrest records are part of the booking log and are public under Arkansas FOIA. To request records, you can call during business hours, visit the office in person, or submit a written FOIA request by mail. Include the subject's name and approximate arrest date in your request.

The sheriff's office also handles civil services, court security, and corrections for the county. If you need to check whether someone is currently in custody, call the jail directly for current inmate information. For those transferred to a state facility, check the ADC Inmate Search at apps.ark.org.

Note: Dallas County is a small county with limited staff. Response times for records requests may be at the full three-business-day limit allowed under Arkansas FOIA.

Dallas County Circuit Court Records

DUI and DWI criminal cases in Dallas County are processed through the circuit court in Fordyce. The circuit clerk maintains the official court record for all criminal, civil, and probate cases. To get a DUI case file, you can search CourtConnect for the case number and then contact the clerk's office to request copies of documents. In-person visits let you review the full file before deciding what copies to order.

Certified copies cost more than standard copies. Call the Dallas County Circuit Clerk for current copy fees and office hours before making a trip to Fordyce. Court fines and fees tied to DUI convictions can be paid online through Arkansas Court Payment. You need the case number or citation number to complete the payment.

The Arkansas CourtConnect portal covers Dallas County criminal cases. Search for DUI and DWI case information by name or case number for cases filed in Fordyce circuit court.

Arkansas DUI and DWI Laws

Arkansas DWI law under ACA § 5-65-103 applies to all drivers 21 and over with a BAC of 0.08% or higher. A first conviction means up to one year in jail, a fine of $150 to $1,000, and a six-month license suspension. Second and third offenses within a 10-year lookback period bring longer jail terms and higher fines. A fourth offense within 10 years is a felony with potential prison time of one to six years.

The 10-year lookback was set by a 2021 change in state law. Prior convictions within that window all count toward penalty tiers. Arkansas does not allow plea bargaining a DWI down to a lesser charge, which makes first-offense cases significant.

For drivers under 21, ACA § 5-65-303 covers BAC from 0.02% to 0.08% as a DUI offense. First offense penalties include fines, a 90-day suspension, community service, and alcohol education. The implied consent law under ACA § 5-65-202 means refusing a chemical test triggers an automatic 180-day suspension and the refusal can be used as evidence at trial.

FOIA Requests in Dallas County

Arkansas FOIA under ACA § 25-19-101 gives anyone the right to government records. Agencies must respond within three business days. There is no residency requirement to file a request.

For arrest records from the Dallas County Sheriff, write a request and mail it to the PO Box 689, Fordyce, AR 71742 address, or deliver it to the office at 106 S. Charlotte Street. For court records, contact the Dallas County Circuit Clerk. Include the subject's name and the approximate date of the arrest or case filing in every request. The agency can charge for copying costs and staff time at the prevailing wage rate.

If your request is denied without a lawful basis, contact the Arkansas Attorney General's FOIA Hotline at (800) 482-8982. Records exempt from disclosure include active criminal investigations, sealed cases, juvenile records, and grand jury materials.

State Resources for Dallas County DUI Records

The Arkansas DFA Driver Services manages license suspensions and reinstatements after DUI arrests. This process runs separately from the criminal case. Both can happen at the same time. For state prison inmates from Dallas County, use the ADC Inmate Search to look up sentence and facility information.

Accident reports from Dallas County crashes cost $10 and are available through crashreports.ark.org. The Arkansas State Police patrols highways in Dallas County and holds records for DUI arrests made by troopers. Criminal background checks with written consent are available through cbc.ark.org.

Nearby Counties

Dallas County is in south-central Arkansas surrounded by other rural counties. Each has its own circuit court and sheriff office handling DUI cases.