Criminal Defense Attorneys in Conway, AR

Charges in Conway, from DUI to drug and assault cases, are prosecuted in Faulkner County. An Arkansas-licensed criminal defense attorney serving Conway will review your case for free.

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Some firms are built for catastrophic injury and multi-party litigation; others resolve straightforward claims quickly. We weigh what your matter is likely to involve against how each firm actually works.

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Criminal Defense cases in Conway

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With two campuses, a dense bar and restaurant scene, and Interstate 40 running through town, Conway sees a high volume of DWI, underage drinking, drug possession, theft, and domestic disturbance charges, plus traffic stops along the interstate that turn into search disputes. Misdemeanors typically start in Conway District Court, while felonies are prosecuted in Faulkner County Circuit Court, and some interstate drug or firearm cases move to federal court instead. What you say at the stop and in the first days matters. DearLegal matches you with an Arkansas-licensed attorney who handles criminal defense cases in Conway, with a free review.

Felony charges in Conway are prosecuted in Faulkner County Circuit Court, while misdemeanors and traffic cases usually begin in district court.
Campus-area nightlife and Interstate 40 traffic enforcement drive many DWI, possession, and search-and-seizure issues locally.
A student arrest can trigger a separate university disciplinary process that runs alongside the criminal case.

Arkansas criminal defense rules at a glance

Conway cases run under Arkansas law. The full walkthrough — timeline, when to call, case types, and what a recovery can include — is on the Arkansas page.

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Felony Statute of Limitations: No limit
No limit for capital murder, Class Y murder, or rape; 6 years for Class A and B felonies; 3 years for Class C, D, and unclassified (A.C.A. § 5-1-109)
Misdemeanor Statute of Limitations: 1 year
1 year for most misdemeanors (A.C.A. § 5-1-109(b)(3))
Sentencing Structure: Presumptive sentencing
Presumptive sentencing under A.C.A. § 16-90-803, with Arkansas Sentencing Commission guidelines and habitual offender enhancements under A.C.A. § 5-4-501
Expungement / Record Sealing: Comprehensive Criminal
Comprehensive Criminal Record Sealing Act of 2013, codified at A.C.A. § 16-90-1401 et seq. — broad eligibility for most misdemeanors and many felonies after waiting periods
Bail / Pretrial Release: Bail set
Bail set under Ark. R. Crim. P. 8 and 9; constitutional right to bail with exceptions for capital offenses (Ark. Const. Art. II, § 8)
Typical attorney fee: Hourly
Hourly / Flat Fee

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How much do Conway criminal defense attorneys cost?

Typical fee schedule

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Fee modelHourly / Flat Fee

Feequoted per petition or matter

Filing costsitemized upfront

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Illustrative only. Your fee terms are set in a written agreement with your attorney and may include costs and expenses regardless of outcome.

Criminal Defense matters in Arkansas are usually a flat fee per filing — quoted before you commit, not billed by the hour.

Criminal defense attorneys in Arkansas bill hourly or charge flat fees — contingency fees are prohibited in criminal cases under Ark. R. Prof. Conduct 1.5(d) and ABA Model Rule 1.5(d). Flat fees are typical for misdemeanors and most felonies; capital, federal, and lengthy trials usually use hourly billing. The Arkansas Public Defender Commission represents qualifying indigent defendants.

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Conway criminal defense questions, answered

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Misdemeanors and traffic offenses generally start in district court in Conway, and felony cases are handled in Faulkner County Circuit Court. Certain drug, firearm, or interstate cases can be charged federally instead. An attorney will confirm the forum from your citation or charging paperwork.

There is usually a criminal case in court and a separate administrative process affecting your driving privileges, and each has its own timing. Evidence about the stop, field testing, and any breath or blood sample is often where a defense begins. An attorney should review the reports before your first appearance.

Sometimes. Arkansas has diversion and sealing options for certain offenses and first-time situations, and eligibility depends on the charge and your history. Deadlines for pretrial motions and for record sealing vary, so timing matters. An Arkansas attorney can tell you which options realistically apply to your case.

No. Politely decline and ask for a lawyer. Arkansas State Police and local agencies use waiver-of-rights forms aggressively, and once you sign one, anything you say is admissible. Invoke your Fifth Amendment rights and your right to counsel under Edwards v. Arizona — police must stop questioning until counsel is present.

Yes. Arkansas Class A misdemeanors carry up to 1 year in county jail and a $2,500 fine under A.C.A. § 5-4-401. Many counties offer pretrial diversion or drug court alternatives that an attorney can negotiate. Convictions affect employment, professional licensing, and firearm rights — and DV misdemeanors trigger the federal § 922(g)(9) ban.