Autonomous Vehicle Laws: Arkansas
Law passed authorizing AV study.
Arkansas
GHSA maintains data on state laws surrounding a number of highway safety issues. Below is information regarding laws in the state of Arkansas. Please note that GHSA does not compile any additional data on state laws other than what is presented in these pages. For more information, consult the appropriate State Highway Safety Office.
Drowsy Driving Laws: Arkansas
Effective 2013. Defines fatigue as being without sleep for a period in excess of 24 consecutive hours "or in the state of being asleep” (Arkansas General Assembly, 2013).
Bicycle Helmet Laws: Arkansas
No bicycle helmet law.
Motorcycle Helmet Laws: Arkansas
Helmets required for riders under 21. Universal helmet law repealed 1997.
Sobriety Checkpoint Laws: Arkansas
Checkpoints are conducted weekly. Their legality is upheld under state and federal Constitution.
Mature Driver Laws: Arkansas
Length of Regular Renewal Cycle
4 years. Effective 11/13/2017: 8 years.
Provisions for Mature Drivers
None
Drug-Impaired Driving Laws: Arkansas
DUID Zero Tolerance or Per se Laws for Some Drugs
- None
Marijuana-Specific Laws
- Possession and Use: Legal for medical use
- Impaired Driving: None
Speed Limit Laws: Arkansas
Rural Interstates
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 70 (75 on specified limits) | 70 (75 on specified limits) |
Urban Interstates
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|---|
| 60 (75 on specified limits) | 60 (75 on specified limits) |
Other Limited Access Roads
| Cars (MPH) | Trucks (MPH) |
|---|
Alcohol Impaired Driving Laws: Arkansas
Penalties
| Increased Penalty for High BAC | Administrative License Suspension on First Offense | Limited Driving Privileges During Suspension | Vehicle and License Plate Sanctions |
|---|---|---|---|
| .15 | 6 months | Yes | Vehicle confiscation |
Ignition Interlocks
Mandatory for all convictions
Child Passenger Safety Laws: Arkansas
Child Restraint Required
5 yrs and under and under 60 lbs
Adult Safety Belt Permissible
6-14 yrs or 60 lbs and over
Maximum Fine for 1st Offense
$100