Arkansas Administrative Code
Agency 008 - Department of Higher Education
Division 02 - Colleges and Universities Plans and Operations
Rule 008.02.15-003 - Arkansas Tech University - Ozark Campus Traffic/Parking Information

Traffic Regulations:

By authority of the Board of Trustees and in accordance with Act 328 of 1967, Arkansas Tech University requires all members of the faculty, staff, student body and classified personnel to register motor vehicles which they own or operate on the Ozark Campus or on lands controlled by the University . All registrants shall a bide by all traffic and parking regulations.

Registration of vehicles shall be accomplished at the time of regular registration for the fall, spring or summer semesters at the Office of Student Accounts. All faculty, staff and students must present a current Arkansas Tech University ID card before a parking permit will be issued. All vehicles on campus are required to register and display a current parking permit. Vehicles are defined as any self-propelled vehicle having two or more wheels.

Parking permits are valid from August 15 one year through August 15 of the next year. After securing a parking permit at the Office of Student Accounts, charges are assessed to the student's account. Parking permits must be displayed by hanging on the rear view mirror so the number can be read through the front windshield from the outside; they may not be taped on the vehicle or laid on the dash or seat. These permits can be moved from vehicle to vehicle. Parking permits are the responsibility of the purchaser and must be removed prior to sale or transfer of the vehicle, upon termination of employment, or withdrawal from the school. If a hangtag is lost or stolen, it will be the responsibility of the student or school employee to purchase a replacement permit. There is no refund for permit cost. Parking violations may result in a fine being charged to a student's account.

The Arkansas Tech University-Ozark Campus will enforce the following violations on campus property and will collect fines as stated in the list below.

Moving Violations

Reckless Driving - A. C. A. § 27-50-308 states that any person who drives a vehicle in such a manner as to indicate a wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property is guilty of reckless driving.

Careless Driving - A. C. A. § 27-51-104 states that it is unlawful to operate any vehicle in a careless manner as to evidence a failure to keep a proper lookout for other traffic, vehicular or otherwise, or in a manner as to evidence a failure to maintain proper control. Careless driving may also include, but is not limited of the following :

-Driving onto or across private property to avoid intersections, signs, or other traffic control devices.

-Driving in such a manner, or at such speed, as to cause skidding, spinning, or sliding of tires or vehicle.

-Driving too close to, or colliding with, parked or stopped vehicles, fixtures, persons, or objects adjacent to road.

-Driving of vehicle with any part or object extended, in such fashion as to endanger persons or property.

-To operate a vehicle wherein or whereon passengers are located in such manner to be a danger to themselves.

-To operate a vehicle in any manner, when the driver is inattentive, and such inattention is not reasonable and prudent in maintaining vehicular control.

Campus Parking:

All vehicles should have a parking permit, which can be obtained from the Office of Student Accounts. The cost of the Parking Permit is $15. Arkansas Tech University Department of Public Safety will enforce violations that occur on campus property. Local law enforcement agencies may also enforce violations of state law that occur on campus property.

Parking for the Handicapped:

Any vehicle found to be parked in an area designated for exclusive use of disabled persons (as defined in Section 75, 266-22 of Act 772) shall be subject to impoundment by the appropriate law enforcement agency according to Section 12 of Act 772, and the owner will be subject to a fine not less than $25 or not more than $100 for each offense plus applicable towing, impounding, and related fees.

Handicapped Parking Decals:

Handicapped parking decals may be obtained at the Arkansas State Revenue Office. Decals may be used by persons who are temporarily or permanently disabled, and are good for the duration of the disability, and may be used anywhere in the State of Arkansas. A statement from a physician is necessary to obtain the decal.