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Arkansas Traffic Laws<\/h1>\n
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Whether weaving through city streets in Little Rock or rushing along a public highway, you must follow state laws. Unfortunately, driving is a complex activity. You might find yourself with a traffic ticket one day.<\/p>\r\n

Protect your driving privileges in the state of Arkansas. Learn about the unique traffic rules and penalties that can affect your license<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Driving Laws in Arkansas<\/h2>\r\n

Title 27 of the Arkansas Code sets the rules for transportation and motor vehicles in the state. Find links to Arkansas traffic laws and driving rules in the chart below.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Drinking & Driving Violations<\/th>\r\nDriving While Intoxicated<\/a> (AR Code Title 5, Ch. 65)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Driving Without a License \/ With a Suspended License<\/th>\r\nDriver’s license required<\/a> (AR Code \u00a7 27-16-602)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Driving Without Insurance \/ With Insufficient Insurance<\/th>\r\nProof to be furnished for each vehicle<\/a> (AR Code \u00a7 27-19-711)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Driving Without Registration \/ With Expired Registration<\/th>\r\nRegistration requirements — Exception<\/a> (AR Code \u00a7 27-14-701)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Illegal U-Turn<\/th>\r\nTurning on curve or crest of grade prohibited<\/a> (AR Code \u00a7 27-51-402)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Leaving the Scene of an Accident \/ Hit & Run<\/th>\r\nAccidents<\/a> (AR Code Title 27, Subtitle 4, Ch. 53)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Mechanical Violations<\/th>\r\nLighting Regulations<\/a> (AR Code \u00a7 27-36-101 to 27-36-224)Equipment Regulations<\/a> (AR Code \u00a7 27-37-101 to 27-37-803)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Reckless Driving<\/th>\r\nReckless driving<\/a> (AR Code \u00a7 27-50-308)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Running a Red Light \/ Stop Sign<\/th>\r\nTraffic-Control Devices<\/a> (AR Code Title 27, Subtitle 4, Ch. 52)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Seat Belt \/ Child Restraint Violations<\/th>\r\nSeat belt use required<\/a> (AR Code \u00a7 27-37-702)Child Passenger Protection<\/a> (AR Code Title 27, Subtitle 3, Ch. 34)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Speeding<\/th>\r\nSpeed Limits<\/a> (AR Code \u00a7 27-51-201 to 27-51-217)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Traffic Misdemeanor Penalties<\/th>\r\nMisdemeanors<\/a> (AR Code \u00a7 27-50-304)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>
Unlawful Vehicle Modifications<\/th>\r\nSize and Load Regulations<\/a> (AR Code Title 27, Subtitle 3, Ch. 35)Equipment Regulations<\/a> (AR Code Title 27, Subtitle 3, Ch. 37)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n

The Arkansas Administrative Point System<\/h2>\r\n

Traffic violation tickets have specific point values<\/a> in Arkansas, such as:<\/p>\r\n