What happens when you are charged with a DWI/DUI? In Arkansas, a criminal case will be filed and the DMV will suspend your driver’s license. If you act fast, requesting a hearing within seven days, you may be able to avoid losing your license. The courts in Arkansas do not need proof from a BAC (often obtained through a Breathalyzer) to show impairment. The police might use field sobriety tests, your physical appearance or a physical chemical test to infer impairment. Because the consequences of a conviction are heavy, it is always in your best interest to obtain the services of a lawyer before you attend the hearing.
Attorney Michael Lilly has been a licensed attorney in Jonesboro, Arkansas, for over 20 years, with his general areas of practice including family law cases (such as divorce and child custody), criminal defense, and auto accident cases involving injury or death. An avid sports enthusiast, Michael became an attorney in part because of his desire to “compete” inside and outside of the courtroom. This competitive side of Michael is perhaps best displayed when he is aggressively representing his clients at trial. As a result, Michael has developed a reputation as a fierce trial lawyer.