Arkansas § 5-65-305 - Fines.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-65-305 — Fines., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-65-305. Fines.
A person who pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of violating § 5-65-303 or § 5-65-310 shall be fined: Not less than one hundred dollars ($100) and not more than five hundred dollars ($500) for a first offense; Not less than two hundred dollars ($200) and not more than one thousand dollars ($1,000) for a second offense; and Not less than five hundred dollars ($500) and not more than two thousand dollars ($2,000) for a third or subsequent offense. For the purpose of determining a person's fine under this section, a conviction or suspension for violating § 5-65-103 or § 5-65-205 may be considered a previous offense. However, a conviction or suspension for § 5-65-103 or § 5-65-205 is considered only one (1) previous offense if the conviction or suspension arose out of the same criminal offense.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 5-65-305
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-65-305 cover?
Section 5-65-305 ("Fines.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 5-65-305?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 5-65-305" (Arkansas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arkansas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arkansas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arkansas attorney.
How does Arkansas § 5-65-305 apply to my situation?
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