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Fines for oversize violations in Arkansas

Any individual found violating the regulations outlined in this subchapter, or any owner, principal, employer, lessor, lessee, agent, or officer of a firm or corporation who allows such violations by an operator, shall be charged with a misdemeanor. Upon the first conviction, the offender will face a fine of no more than one hundred dollars ($100). For a second conviction within one (1) year, the offender will be subject to a fine of no more than two hundred dollars ($200). Subsequent convictions within one (1) year will result in a fine of no more than five hundred dollars ($500) per offense.

Regarding overweight violations:

  • For weights up to one thousand pounds (1,000 lbs.) over the limit, the penalty ranges from a minimum of ten dollars ($10) to a maximum of twenty dollars ($20).

  • For weights exceeding one thousand pounds (1,000 lbs.) but not exceeding two thousand pounds (2,000 lbs.) over the limit, the penalty ranges from a minimum of one cent (1) per pound of excess weight to a maximum of three cents (3) per pound of excess weight.

  • For weights exceeding two thousand pounds (2,000 lbs.) but not exceeding three thousand pounds (3,000 lbs.) over the limit, the penalty ranges from a minimum of two cents (2) per pound of excess weight to a maximum of four cents (4) per pound of excess weight.

  • For weights exceeding three thousand pounds (3,000 lbs.) but not exceeding four thousand pounds (4,000 lbs.) over the limit, the penalty ranges from a minimum of three cents (3) per pound of excess weight to a maximum of five cents (5) per pound of excess weight.

           Weight                                          

0 – 1,000 lbs

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1,000 – 2,000 lbs

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2,000 – 3,000 lbs

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3,000 – 4,000 lbs

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Fine

 

Min. Penalty $10 max $20

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1 – 3 cents per pound of excess weight

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2 – 4 cents per pound of excess weight

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3 – 5 cents per pound of excess weight

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Escort vehicle requirements can vary widely from state to state, encompassing mandatory driver qualifications, training, certifications, vehicle weights, mandatory signage, flags, lighting specifications, essential onboard equipment, and other factors. The SafeGuard team is well-equipped to furnish you with comprehensive information on any additional requirements specific to your designated route.

Department of Transportation
10324 Interstate 30
Little Rock, Arkansas, 72209
T: (501) 569-2381

Hours of Business

Mon - Fri, 6:00AM - 4:30PM (Central time)

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