Search Logan County DUI Records

Logan County is unique in Arkansas as one of the state's dual-seat counties, with circuit court offices in both Paris and Booneville. DUI and DWI records here may be filed in either location depending on where in the county the arrest occurred. This guide explains both offices, how to search records, and what the DUI process looks like in Logan County.

Logan County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Jason Massey runs the Logan County Sheriff's Office at 201 South Lowder St., Paris, AR 72855. The Paris phone number is (479) 963-3271. Fax is (479) 963-2215. The main jail and primary operations are based in Paris. Sheriff Massey provides law enforcement for all unincorporated parts of the county, covering both the northern and southern portions served by the two court locations.

DUI arrests by Logan County deputies are processed through the sheriff's office and booked into the county detention center in Paris. Booking records are public once an arrest occurs. To request a DUI arrest record, submit a written FOIA request under ACA § 25-19-101 to the sheriff's office at 201 S. Lowder St., Paris, AR 72855. Include the subject's name and approximate arrest date. The sheriff has three business days to respond. Copy fees are limited to actual duplication costs.

The Arkansas State Police patrol U.S. 22, AR 22, and other routes through Logan County. Trooper DUI arrests are in state records at the Arkansas State Police. Paris Police and Booneville Police each handle DUI arrests within their respective city limits. Those are separate records from the county sheriff. For court records regardless of the arresting agency, use CourtConnect or contact the circuit clerk.

Logan County is in the Arkansas River Valley between Sebastian and Johnson Counties. The area includes mountains, valleys, and a mix of rural roads and highway corridors. DUI enforcement is active along the main east-west and north-south routes that cross the county.

Dual Circuit Court Offices

Logan County has two circuit clerk offices because the county has two county seats. This is a historical arrangement and somewhat unusual among Arkansas counties. DWI cases may be filed in either Paris or Booneville depending on where in the county the arrest happened. If you are not sure which office has the record you need, CourtConnect will show the case regardless of which office it was filed in.

The Paris circuit clerk office is at 25 W. Walnut St., Paris, AR 72855. Phone: (479) 963-2164. The Booneville office is at 366 N. Broadway, Booneville, AR 72927. Phone: (479) 675-2894. Both offices maintain criminal court records. If you are searching for a specific case and are not sure which office has it, try CourtConnect first or call one office and they can direct you.

The Arkansas CourtConnect portal is the best starting point for remote searches of Logan County DWI cases. It is free and runs 24 hours. Search by name or case number under Logan County. DWI and DUI cases appear under criminal filings. Results show the charge, filing date, court dates, judge, and disposition. Cases from before 2009 may show limited detail online.

For paper copies, contact the appropriate circuit clerk office based on where the case is filed. Bring the case number if possible. Standard copy fees apply. Certified copies cost more. The clerks can confirm what is in the file but do not provide legal advice. Online fine payments may be available through the Arkansas Court Payment portal.

The Arkansas Counties Association page for Logan County lists contact information and resources for this dual-seat county in the Arkansas River Valley.

DWI Laws and Penalties

Arkansas DWI law (ACA § 5-65-103) applies throughout Logan County. The BAC limit for adults is 0.08%. First offense: up to one year jail, $150 to $1,000 fine, six-month suspension. No plea bargaining allowed. You cannot reduce a DWI charge to a lesser offense through negotiation in Arkansas.

The 10-year lookback period sets the stage for repeat offense penalties. Second DWI within 10 years: minimum 7 days jail, fines to $3,000, 24-month suspension. Third: 90 days to one year jail, fines to $5,000, 30-month suspension. Fourth or more within 10 years: felony, one to six years in state prison, four-year revocation. Ignition interlock device required for reinstatement after repeat convictions.

Underage DUI under ACA § 5-65-303 sets the limit at 0.02% BAC for drivers under 21. First offense: $100 to $500 fine, 90-day suspension, community service, alcohol education. No plea deals. Second: $200 to $1,000 fine, one-year suspension, 30 days minimum community service. Third: $500 to $2,000 fine, revocation for three years or until age 21. No probation allowed for underage DUI.

Implied consent law (ACA § 5-65-202) applies statewide. Driving in Arkansas is treated as consent to BAC testing. First refusal: 180-day suspension. Second within five years: two-year suspension. Third: three-year revocation. Fourth: lifetime revocation. Refusal is admissible as evidence at trial. Officers must tell the driver they have the right to arrange an independent test.

License Records and Statewide Tools

After a DWI arrest in Logan County, the Arkansas DFA's Driver Control office handles the administrative license suspension. Contact at (501) 682-1631 or Drivercontrol@dfa.arkansas.gov. The DFA DUI/DWI information page explains what each step of a DWI case means for a driver's license and how to pursue reinstatement. Reinstatement requires an alcohol education program, reinstatement fees, and sometimes an IID.

Crash reports involving DUI arrests in Logan County are at crashreports.ark.org for $10. For ADC inmate records from felony DWI convictions, use the Arkansas Department of Correction inmate search. Free by name. For county jail status, contact the Logan County Sheriff at (479) 963-3271. Criminal background checks are available through the Arkansas State Police for $22 per name-based check with written consent.

The Arkansas Judiciary website lists contact details for all circuit courts. The Administrative Office of the Courts is at (501) 410-1900 or toll-free (866) 823-5778 for CourtConnect help. MADD Arkansas at (501) 376-6100 provides victim services and court monitoring for DUI cases.

The Arkansas CourtConnect portal covers both Paris and Booneville circuit court filings for Logan County, making it the best first stop for DWI records searches.

Nearby Counties

Logan County is in the Arkansas River Valley. Neighboring counties share the river valley corridor and surrounding mountain routes.