CDL Ticket Dismissed in Saline County Arkansas | Over Width & Permit Violation | Case Result

Benton, Arkansas – December 8, 2025 – Mustain Law Firm, PLLC secured a favorable outcome for its client in a CDL-related traffic case pending in the Saline County District Court, Bryant Department.

Attorney Logan Mustain represented the defendant in two related traffic matters involving:

• CMV – Over Width (Ark. Code Ann. § 27-35-208)

• CMV – Violation of Permit (Ark. Code Ann. § 27-35-210)

On December 8, 2025, both charges were nolle prossed (dismissed) after the prosecutor moved to dismiss before trial.

Case Outcome Highlights

• Charges:

  • CMV – Over Width

  • CMV – Violation of Permit

• Court: Saline County District Court (Bryant Department)

• Disposition Date: December 8, 2025

• CDL Case: Yes

• Final Result:

  • Both charges nolle prossed (dismissed)

• Criminal Conviction: None

• Financial Obligation: $0.00 (previous fines vacated)

Potential Penalties (CDL Exposure)

These charges carried significant financial and professional consequences for a CDL holder:

CMV – Over Width:

• Substantial fines and court costs

• Potential CSA points and carrier impact

CMV – Violation of Permit:

• Increased fines and penalties

• Risk of points affecting CDL status

• Possible employment consequences with carrier

If convicted, the driver faced:

• Financial penalties exceeding several hundred dollars

• Negative impact on driving record

• Increased insurance and employment risk

Case Background

The defendant was cited in Saline County for operating a commercial motor vehicle in violation of width restrictions and permit requirements.

The case proceeded to a scheduled bench trial. However, on the date of trial, the court record reflects that the prosecutor moved to dismiss both charges. The Court granted the motion, resulting in both cases being dismissed without prejudice.

Why This Result Matters

For CDL drivers, even minor traffic violations can carry serious consequences.

A dismissal means:

• No conviction

• No fines owed

• No points impacting CDL status

• No negative impact on employment or driving record

Strategic Traffic Defense Matters

Mustain Law Firm represents drivers across Arkansas, including CDL holders, focusing on outcomes that protect licenses, livelihoods, and driving records.

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About Mustain Law Firm, PLLC

Mustain Law Firm, PLLC is a Benton, Arkansas-based law firm focused on criminal defense and traffic defense.

The firm represents clients across Arkansas in:

• CDL and non-CDL traffic citations

• Felony and misdemeanor criminal charges

• Probation and post-disposition matters

The firm is committed to achieving results that minimize long-term consequences and protect its clients’ futures.