Madison County DUI Records

Madison County DUI records originate with the county sheriff, the circuit court in Huntsville, and state agencies that track DWI arrests in the Ozark Mountain region. This page explains where to find those records, what they contain, and how to access them by phone, mail, or online.

Madison County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Ronnie Boyd heads the Madison County Sheriff's Office. The mailing address is P.O. Box 476, Huntsville, AR 72740. Phone is (479) 738-2320. Fax is (479) 738-5299. The sheriff's office operates the Madison County Detention Center and provides law enforcement for the entire county, including the rugged Ozark Mountain terrain that covers much of the area.

Madison County is in the Ozark Mountains in northwest Arkansas. The terrain includes steep grades, winding routes, and rural roads that can be challenging to patrol. DUI enforcement is active on AR 23 and other main roads through the county. The sheriff's office covers a large geographic area with the resources of a small to mid-sized county. Deputies also assist state troopers on major DUI enforcement efforts.

DUI arrests by Madison County deputies are processed through the sheriff's office and booked into the detention center. Booking records are public. To request a DUI arrest report, submit a written FOIA request under ACA § 25-19-101 to P.O. Box 476, Huntsville, AR 72740. Include the subject's name and approximate arrest date. The sheriff has three business days to respond. Copy fees are at actual cost. No residency requirement applies.

The Arkansas State Police patrol AR 412 and other major routes through Madison County. Trooper DUI arrests are separate from the county sheriff's records and are held at the Arkansas State Police. Huntsville Police handle DUI arrests within the city limits. The county website is at madisoncogov.com, which has general county information.

The Madison County government website provides general county information including contact details for county departments in Huntsville, Arkansas.

Madison County Circuit Court

Circuit Clerk Tiffany McDaniel maintains official court records for Madison County. The circuit clerk's mailing address is P.O. Box 626, Huntsville, AR 72740. Phone is (479) 738-2215. The clerk's office holds criminal case records including DUI and DWI charges, civil cases, domestic relations, and probate matters. DWI charges filed in Madison County create a permanent court record once the case is resolved.

You can search Madison County court cases online for free through the Arkansas CourtConnect portal. Search by name or case number under Madison County criminal filings. Results show the charge, filing date, court dates, judge, and disposition. Cases from before January 2009 may have limited detail online under Administrative Order 19.

Court records on file include the original DWI charge, plea or verdict, fines, sentence, probation terms, and any ordered alcohol treatment or education programs. These records are public unless sealed or expunged. To get paper copies, contact the circuit clerk's office. Bring a case number if you have it. Copy fees apply. Certified copies cost more. The clerk does not give legal advice but can confirm what is on file.

For online fine payments in Madison County, check the Arkansas Court Payment portal. The Arkansas Judiciary website lists all circuit court contacts statewide. For CourtConnect support, the AOC is at (501) 410-1900 or toll-free (866) 823-5778.

The Arkansas CourtConnect portal provides free online access to Madison County court records including DWI and DUI criminal case filings from Huntsville.

DWI Penalties in Madison County

Arkansas DWI law (ACA § 5-65-103) applies throughout Madison County. The BAC limit is 0.08% for adult drivers over 21. First-offense DWI: up to one year jail, $150 to $1,000 fine, six-month license suspension. No plea bargaining to a lesser charge under Arkansas law.

Repeat DWI offenses under the 10-year lookback period bring heavier 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 prison, four-year revocation. Ignition interlock device required before reinstatement for repeat offenders.

Underage DUI (ACA § 5-65-303) applies to drivers under 21 with a BAC of 0.02% or more. First offense: $100 to $500 fine, 90-day suspension, community service, alcohol education. No plea bargaining. Second: $200 to $1,000 fine, one-year suspension. Third: $500 to $2,000 fine, license revoked for three years or until age 21. No probation or reduced charges for underage DUI.

Implied consent law (ACA § 5-65-202) applies statewide. All drivers in Arkansas consent to BAC testing when stopped. 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 advise drivers of the right to arrange an independent test at their own cost.

License Records and State Tools

After a DWI arrest in Madison County, the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration handles the administrative license suspension. Contact DFA Driver Control at (501) 682-1631 or Drivercontrol@dfa.arkansas.gov. The DFA DUI/DWI information page covers what happens to a driver's license at each stage and what is required for reinstatement. Reinstatement typically involves completing an approved alcohol education program, paying fees, and sometimes installing an IID.

For ADC inmate records from felony DWI convictions in Madison County, use the Arkansas Department of Correction inmate search. Free and searchable by name. For county jail inmates, contact the Madison County Sheriff at (479) 738-2320. Crash reports from DUI-related accidents are available at crashreports.ark.org for $10 per report.

Criminal background checks that include DWI convictions are available from the Arkansas State Police for $22 per name-based check with written consent. The Arkansas Crime Information Center at (501) 618-8000 manages statewide criminal records data. MADD Arkansas at (501) 376-6100 provides DUI victim services and court monitoring programs across Arkansas counties.

Nearby Counties

Madison County is in the Ozark Mountains of northwest Arkansas. Neighboring counties share the mountain and valley terrain.