Izard County DUI Records Search

Izard County DUI and DWI records are filed through the circuit court in Melbourne, Arkansas, and kept by local law enforcement agencies. This page shows you where those records are held, what to expect when you request them, and how to use online tools to search cases from outside the courthouse.

Izard County Courthouse and Circuit Clerk

The Izard County Courthouse is at 76 E. Main Street, Melbourne, AR 72556. The main phone number is (870) 368-4328. The circuit clerk's office is in this building, along with other county offices. This is the central place for court records in Izard County, including criminal DWI filings. The clerk's mailing address is PO Box 327, Melbourne, AR 72556 if you need to write in for records.

One important note about Izard County records: most records that predate 1889 were destroyed in a courthouse fire. The County Clerk holds marriage records from 1889 forward. The Circuit Clerk holds land records and court records also from 1889. If you are looking for DUI or criminal court records, this limitation only matters for very old historical research. Any DWI case filed in recent decades is available through normal channels.

The circuit clerk serves as recorder for Izard County and maintains the official court record for all criminal cases. DUI and DWI cases filed in this court become part of the permanent record once they are resolved. The clerk can provide docket information, case status, and certified copies of judgments, orders, and other court filings for a fee.

Izard County was created on January 1, 1826, and named for Governor George Izard. It is a small, rural county in north-central Arkansas. Law enforcement in the county includes the Izard County Sheriff's Office and the Arkansas State Police. State troopers patrol the major highways and make DUI arrests that go into both state and local records.

The Arkansas CourtConnect portal covers Izard County court cases. Use it to search for DWI cases by name or case number. The portal is free and available around the clock. Cases from before 2009 may show limited information online due to state court rules.

Searching Izard County DUI Cases Online

The fastest way to find an Izard County DUI case is through CourtConnect, the state's public court portal. Enter the person's name in the search field and filter by Izard County. Results show the case number, charge description, filing date, and current status. You can also see hearing dates and whether the case has been disposed.

For arrest records not yet in the court system, contact the Izard County Sheriff's Office directly. The courthouse phone at (870) 368-4328 can connect you. Arrest records are public under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (ACA § 25-19-101) once the arrest has occurred. You may need to submit a written request. The agency must respond within three business days.

The Arkansas Department of Correction inmate search covers people serving felony sentences in state facilities. A fourth-offense DWI in Arkansas is a felony. If someone was convicted of felony DWI and sent to state prison, the ADC system will show their record. County jail inmates are not in the ADC system.

For crash reports from accidents that led to a DUI arrest in Izard County, use the state crash reports portal at $10 per report. These reports are prepared by the investigating officer and may include field sobriety test results, observations of impairment, and any BAC readings recorded at the scene.

County information resources for Izard County are maintained at the Arkansas Counties Association page, providing general county directory and contact information.

DWI Law in Izard County

Arkansas DWI law (ACA § 5-65-103) applies throughout Izard County. The legal BAC limit for adult drivers is 0.08%. An officer can also charge DWI without a BAC reading if they observe enough signs of impairment. First-offense DWI carries up to one year in jail, a fine between $150 and $1,000, and a six-month driver's license suspension. There is no ability to plea bargain a DWI charge down to something lesser under Arkansas law.

Repeat offenses bring heavier penalties. A second DWI within 10 years means a minimum of 7 days in jail and up to a year, fines up to $3,000, and a 24-month suspension. Third offense: 90 days to one year in jail, fines to $5,000, 30-month suspension. Fourth or later offense within 10 years is a felony charge with state prison time possible. The 10-year lookback period was set in 2021.

Underage DUI (ACA § 5-65-303) applies to drivers under 21. The threshold is a BAC of just 0.02%. That is low enough that even one drink can lead to a charge. First-offense underage DUI brings a fine of $100 to $500, a 90-day license suspension, community service, and required alcohol education. No plea bargaining allowed for underage DUI either.

Under implied consent law (ACA § 5-65-202), all drivers in Arkansas are deemed to consent to BAC testing when pulled over. Refusing the test leads to its own separate license suspension. The refusal is also admissible in court. First refusal suspends the license for 180 days. A second refusal within five years means a two-year suspension.

How to Get Records in Izard County

For court records, contact the Izard County Circuit Clerk at 76 E. Main Street, Melbourne, AR 72556, or call (870) 368-4328. Bring the name of the defendant and approximate dates if you have them. The clerk can search their records and tell you what is on file. Copies cost per page. Certified copies cost more. The clerk cannot advise you legally but can tell you whether a case exists and what is in the file.

For arrest records from the sheriff, submit a written FOIA request by mail or in person at the courthouse address. Identify the subject by name and approximate arrest date. The agency has three business days to respond and may charge actual copy costs. You do not need to be an Arkansas resident to make a FOIA request.

Criminal background checks that show DWI convictions statewide can be ordered from the Arkansas State Police. A name-based check is $22 and requires the subject's written consent. Results cover statewide court convictions. The Arkansas Crime Information Center at (501) 618-8000 also maintains criminal history data for law enforcement and authorized entities.

Driver license suspension records are managed separately by the Arkansas DFA Driver Control office at (501) 682-1631. This office handles reinstatement after a DWI suspension, ignition interlock requirements, and license status inquiries. The DFA DUI/DWI information page explains the administrative process in detail.

The Arkansas CourtConnect portal allows free public searches of Izard County court records including DWI criminal cases. Available 24 hours a day.

State and Local Resources

The Arkansas Judiciary website lists contact information for all 75 county circuit courts. For help with the CourtConnect system, the Administrative Office of the Courts can be reached at (501) 410-1900 or toll-free at (866) 823-5778. Email support is at acap.help@arcourts.gov. Court fines can be paid online in many counties through the Arkansas Court Payment portal.

MADD Arkansas offers victim services and DUI court monitoring programs. Their Little Rock office is at 10515 W Markham St and can be reached at (501) 376-6100. If you need an attorney who handles DWI cases in Izard County, the Arkansas Bar Association provides referrals. Legal aid organizations may assist those who cannot afford representation.

Nearby Counties

Izard County is surrounded by several north-central Arkansas counties. DUI cases near county lines may fall under a neighboring county's jurisdiction.