AR HB1822

Amends Arkansas Code § 5-65-117(a)(1)(A) to allow vehicle seizure when a person has their vehicle impounded under § 27-22-103, in addition to existing grounds for seizure related to fourth offense convictions within three years.

Establishes mandatory fine of $50–$250 for first offense of operating a motor vehicle without liability insurance upon conviction.

Increases penalty for second offense to mandatory fine of $250–$500 upon conviction.

Increases penalty for third and subsequent offenses to fine of $500–$1,000 or imprisonment up to one year, or both, with conviction classified as Class A misdemeanor; requires minimum two days jail imprisonment and vehicle impoundment.

Allows vehicle retrieval after impoundment upon proof of valid liability insurance and payment of tow expenses; vehicle may be seized and sold if not retrieved within 120 days.

Requires collected fines to be remitted to law enforcement agencies' funds for purchase and maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and emergency medical apparatus based on the arresting officer's agency type.