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Traffic courts (also known as municipal courts) are generally courts that are dedicated to prosecuting and resolving tickets or citations for traffic, parking, driver’s license, liability insurance, defective equipment (headlights, brake lights, turning lights, etc.), and license plate violations. These are usually lower level misdemeanor offenses (as opposed to felony offenses).

In Arkansas, traffic courts, which may also be referred to as municipal courts or district courts depending on the jurisdiction, handle a variety of non-felony traffic-related offenses. These courts deal with infractions such as speeding, running a red light, parking violations, driving without a valid license, failure to have required liability insurance, and equipment violations like malfunctioning lights. The offenses typically classified under the jurisdiction of traffic courts are misdemeanors or violations, not felonies. Penalties for these offenses can include fines, points on a driver's license, and sometimes community service or driving school. More serious traffic offenses, such as driving under the influence (DUI) or reckless driving, may also be handled by these courts but can carry more severe penalties. It's important for individuals cited for traffic violations in Arkansas to respond to their tickets promptly and follow the procedures outlined by the court, which may include paying a fine, contesting the ticket, or appearing in court on a specified date.

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