Arkansas

Arkansas Teen Driving Laws, Insurance Requirements & Drivers License

Arkansas law offers an incremental licensing program for teen drivers. Any driver between the ages of 14 and 18 can be issued a drivers license under Arkansas’s Graduated Licensing Law.

Arkansas’s Cell Phone-Use & Texting-While-Driving Laws

Arkansas’s distracted driving laws prohibit all motorists from text messaging while driving. The restrictions on using a cellphone while driving depend on the age of the driver and where the motorist is driving.

Arkansas's Speeding Laws and Penalties

Arkansas has two types of speeding laws: a “basic speeding law” and “absolute limits.” This article explains the differences between the two and the consequences of a speeding violation.

Red Light and Stop Sign Tickets in Arkansas

Motorists must come to a complete stop at a red light or stop sign in Arkansas. If you get caught running a stop sign or red light, you’ll likely face fines and demerit points on your driving record.

Arkansas Law on Passengers and Pets in Pickup Trucks

Arkansas is one of a majority of states that has restrictions on passengers in the cargo bed of a pickup truck. For the most part, these laws are intended to protect younger passengers.

Driving Without a Valid (or on a Suspended) License in Arkansas

In Arkansas, driving without a license can refer to three scenarios: you don't have your license in your possession, you never had a valid license, or you get caught driving after your license was suspended or revoked.

Arkansas’s Traffic Violation Point System

Arkansas uses a point system to identify problem drivers. Under that system each point serves as a demerit, and the more you get, the more likely it is that you will have your license suspended or even revoked for good.

Arkansas’s Car Seat and Seat Belt Laws

Until a child reaches either six years old or at least 60 pounds, he or she must be restrained in a federally approved child passenger safety seat. The seat must be properly installed and used per manufacturer recommendations.