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Multiple DWI convictions in Arkansas can result in possible severe punishments. Below are the possible jail and prison sentence ranges. Arkansas has a “look back” period of 5 years when calculating DWI prior convictions. Only prior offenses, that result in conviction, that occur within 5 years of the current offense, are calculated. (This does not include driver’s license suspensions, fines, and alcohol safety classes that are typically included in DWI sentences)

*Jail and Prison Terms for DWI

DWI 1- From 1 day to 1 year in county jail

DWI 2- From 7 days to 1 year in county jail

DWI 3- From 90 days to 1 year in county jail

DWI 4- 1 to 6 years in prison

DWI 5- 2 to 10 years in prison

(See Arkansas Code Annotated 5-65-111)

*It is possible for a judge to allow for community service for a DWI, but this is rarely done.

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