Speeding Charge in Stone County CDL Traffic Case Resolves with Reduced Fines
- Apr 9
- 2 min read
Updated: Apr 25
Benton, Arkansas – April 9, 2026 – Mustain Law Firm, PLLC represented its client in a traffic matter pending in the Stone County District Court, where the case resolved with a guilty plea and resulted in a limited-relief outcome.
Attorney Logan Mustain represented the defendant in a case involving the charge of:
Speeding (Ark. Code Ann. § 27-51-201)
On April 9, 2026, the case was resolved through negotiations, with the Court entering a finding of guilt and assessing fines and costs.
Case Outcome Highlights
Charge: Speeding (72 mph in a 55 mph zone)
Court: Stone County District Court
Disposition Date: April 9, 2026
CDL Case: No
Final Result:
Guilty finding entered after bench trial (appearance not required)
Financial Obligation:
$207.00 total fines and costs assessed
Potential Penalties (Criminal Exposure)
A speeding conviction in Arkansas can result in:
Fines and court costs
Points assessed on the driver’s record
Increased insurance premiums
Potential license consequences if part of a pattern of violations
Case Background
As reflected in the court docket, the defendant was cited on January 2, 2026, for traveling 72 mph in a 55 mph zone in Stone County.
The case proceeded through multiple settings, including arraignment and rescheduling, before being set for a contested bench trial.
The court record reflects that on April 9, 2026, the matter proceeded to trial. After hearing the evidence, the Court entered a finding of guilt and assessed monetary penalties, which were reduced through Mustain Law Firm, PLLC's negotiations on its Client's behalf.
Why This Result Matters
Not every case results in dismissal or reduction. Some cases resolve with a guilty plea after evaluating all factors.
This case highlights:
Courts may still impose penalties despite contested proceedings
Clients benefit from understanding both the risks and potential outcomes before trial
Strategic Traffic Defense Matters
Mustain Law Firm represents drivers across Arkansas in traffic matters, including trial defense, negotiations, and strategic case evaluation.
Learn more about Traffic Ticket Defense:
For more serious charges:
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:
Traffic citations (CDL and non-CDL)
Felony and misdemeanor criminal charges
Probation and post-disposition matters
The firm is committed to providing strategic, realistic representation tailored to each case.
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