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John C. Collins
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Biography
I am a former police officer and former deputy prosecutor that takes representing my clients seriously. I have two wonderful boys and a beautiful wife. My wife Brandi is also an attorney with the CCR Law Firm. We will handle your DWI or Drug case anywhere in Arkansas, in Federal or State Court. We have attended or taught at some of the most sought after courses on DWI and Drug cases in the nation. I also have been asked to lecture attorneys and police officers across the State on topics associated with DWI and drug cases.
Practice Areas
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Payment Methods
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in Texas for 5 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2020
No misconduct found
Licensed in Arkansas for 24 years
State: Arkansas
Acquired: 2001
No misconduct found
Location
Collins, Collins & Ray, P.A.
912 W. 4th Street, Little Rock, AR, 72201
Collins, Collins & Ray, P.A.
216 Olive Street, Suite 102, Texarkana, AR, 71854
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John C. Collins's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 32 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Lisa | April 28, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Simply the best!
John Collins, wow, what an amazing attorney!!! He did everything he could to save my husband’s CDL and his job! He had a very difficult case with prior DWI’s, CDL speeding and a child in the car at time of pullover in one of the worst counties in Arkansas. John Collins and Brad Williams are the best ...
Posted by Holli | October 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
DWI
John Collins is expensive. But you get what you pay for!! Don’t cheap out when it comes to your future. John teamed up with Bradley Williams and did amazing and saved my sons future. Cant thank them enough. Dwi not guilty! If you think your case can’t be won give them a chance. John was amazing from ...
Posted by Denise | September 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
DUI expert
What great fortune I had when a friend recommended John Collins after my son had received a DUI. Not only did he personally return my call immediately, he met with us on a Saturday! He actively listened to the details and then explained the process to us in a manner that even a terrified mother cou...
Posted by Hunter | July 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A Second Chance
When I was arrested I had no hope. I had a family to support and my CDL was at stake. After speaking with John Collins, he gave me confidence. John is very professional and his knowledge of the law is incredible. He explained everything in terms I could understand and was one phone call away if I eve...
Posted by Katherine | June 16, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent attorney!
John is professional, responsive, and achieved the best result for us. I cannot say enough great things about him!
John C. Collins's Lawyer Endorsements
"As a prosecuting attorney, I worked opposite John on numerous cases. I found him to be an excellent and knowledgeable attorney who represented his clients to the fullest and best extent."
"I highly endorse John. He is the pre-eminent DWI attorney in Arkansas, and I send my clients his way."
"I have known John since my days as a prosecutor where we tried many cases against each other. Since becoming a defense attorney myself I have consulted with John on numerous occasions regarding DWIs, including attending classes taught by him. John has the experience and temperament to be an asset to anyone unfortunate enough to need a DWI attorney."
"I endorse John. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"John teaches other lawyers how to beat DWIs and DUIs. Criminal defense attorneys sit for HOURS listening to him speak and he always blows us away. Think about that for a moment."
"Mr. Collins is an extremely competent and aggressive attorney. He is also a great human being."
"John Collins has risen in the ranks of top Arkansas DWI defenders in the last decade, and is well-known for being able and willing to go to bat for his clients. With the devastating consequences being somewhat like "legal cancer" it is important to have a "legal surgeon" to help you try to remove the cancer from your permanent record. He is the real deal, if you want a proven fighter."
"Mr. Collins is an outstanding attorney who provides exemplary advice on Avvo. I would recommend everyone and anyone to him for representation. Even though I have been practicing fo 24 years, as a judge, magistrate, prosecutors, and in private practice, I learn valuable new information from him every day. A superb attorney."
"Knowledgeable about issues associated with DUI/DWI cases."
"I would rank John Collins as one of the top 5 DWI lawyers in Arkansas--probably in the top 3. He's fantastic. Very knowledgeable. He also has previous experience as a prosecutor and training law enforcement officers, which sometimes can give him special insight into more difficult cases. Plus, he's just a good guy and an honorable lawyer. I highly recommend him!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Collins is bright and hard working. He is clearly dedicated to his clients and achieving their goals."
"I endorse this lawyer. John and his wife, Brandi, are a high caliber team in the area of DUI/DWI defense. They are trained and certified in most, if not all, of the devices used by law enforcement to detect alleged DWI offenders. John and Brandi nselflishly share their knowledge with other criminal defense attorneys around the state."
"John has the skills to take care of you and your case like few others. John is a former police officer and prosecutor who knows how they think. He attends the absolute top training sessions in the US for DUI defense topics. Combine the past experience with the knowledge base, and add in Johns amazing abilities to communicate with people and you have a dangerous attorney fighting for you. When I need anything in the state of Arkansas I call on John. I trust him and so should you."
"As a legal colleague in Arkansas, it is my impression that John is probably the very best DWI defense attorney in the state. The results he achieves are really remarkable. I would recommend John to anyone I know that has the misfortune of being a criminal defendant."
"I highly recommend and endorse John Collins for an Arkansas DUI/DWI or other criminal defense related matter. I met John when he was receiving his SFST certification and instantly recognized that this is someone I needed to know. I am a former Texas cop and so is John so we had that common thread of knowing when the cops are pulling the wool over a jury's eyes. John has in-depth knowledge of police tactics and terrific insight into spotting defense issues. I spent time with John while we were both presenters at an Arkansas DWI seminar and was impressed with his character, ability and professionalism. This is my "my go to guy" for criminal defense in the locations where he takes cases. I am proud to call him friend and colleague. I am the DWI Dude in Austin and San Antonio Texas - jamie balagia"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. John Collins has developed, by far, the most impressive list of victories for any person facing a DWI charge in the State of Arkansas. His track record is the most successful that I have ever seen. This is due to his tenacious attitude towards winning and his unmatched zealously for defending those that he represents."
"Attorney Collins is a trial lawyer. What I mean by that is a complement of the highest order. While others may simply advertise that they try cases, but in reality they do not, he does. he provides an essential function in our criminal justice system that is an essential check on the power of the Leviathan that is the Government. When the full power of the government is behind an accusation, you need a trial lawyer, not a pleader in your corner. Attorney Collins is just such a lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. John's knowledge base and experience puts him head and shoulders above most other lawyers, particularly in the field of DUI/DWI. I routinely consult him on points of law and trial tactics. There are few other lawyers in this state with as much detailed knowledge of the law and science behind DWI's."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Marc Stewart
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DUI and DWI lawyer
Christian Posada
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Mark Hampton
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Brandi Collins
Criminal defense lawyer
Susan Weaver
Criminal defense lawyer
Debra Reece
Criminal defense lawyer
Justin McShane
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James Balagia
DUI and DWI lawyer
Mimi Coffey
DUI and DWI lawyer
Experience
Honors
2017
Best Lawyers in America, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Top Attorney, Arkansas Life Magazine
2015
Faculty, DUI Defense Lawyers Association
2015
Who's Who's, Global Directory
2015
Nation's Top 1%, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Top Fifty, National Advocacy for DUI Defense
2014
Top Ten Attorneys, National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys
2014
Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys
2013
Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Forensic Chromatography, American Chemical Society
2011
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Mastering Scientific Evidence in DWI Cases, National College for DUI Defense
2010
Best of the Best Attorneys in Hope, AR, Hope Star
2009
Certificate in Mastering Scientific Evidence, National College for DUI Defense
2002
Certificate Fundementals or Firearm Prosecution, National District Attorneys Association
2002
Certificate-Saving Lives; Saving Futures, Prosecutor Coordinator's Office
1998
Advanced Certification in Law Enforcement, TCLEOS
1996
SASSI Training, Texas Alcohol & Safety Education Agency
1996
Commendation for Service provided, City of Wake Village
1996
Certification Instructor and Adminsistrator, Texas A&M
1996
Certificate Drugs, Guns, and Gangs, Law Advisory Group
1996
Letter of Commendation, Bowie County Sheriff's Office
1996
Honorable Discharge, United States Army
1995
Certificate in Child Abuse, Kilgore College East Texas Police Academy
1995
Certification Sexual Assault Investigation, TCLEOS
1995
Certificate in Crime Scene Search, Mesquite Police Department
1995
Certificate in Family Violence, Kilgore College East Texas Police Academy
1995
Certificate in Cultural Diversity, Kilgore College East Texas Police Academy
1995
Letter of Commendation, Mesquite Police Department
1995
Letter of Commendation, Mesquite Police Department
1994
Letter of Commendation, Mesquite Police Department
1994
Letter of Commendation, Mesquite Police Department
1994
Letter of Commendation, Mesquite Police Department
1994
Crime Prevention Certification, TCLEOS
1994
Letter of Commendation, Mesquite Police Department
1994
Letter of Commendation, Mesquite Police Department
1994
Letter of Commendation, Mesquite Police Department
1994
Letter of Commendation, Mesquite Police Department
1993
Intermediate Certification for Law Enforcement, TCLEOS
1993
Letter of Commendation, Mesquite Police Department
1993
Certificate in Officer Street Survival, Texas Department of Public Safety
1993
Field Training Officer Certification, TCLEOS
1993
Auto Theft Investigator Certification, TCLEOS
1993
Certificate in Ethics in Law Enforcement, Desoto Police Department
1992
Certificate in Use of Force, Dallas County Sheriff's Academy
1992
Cerification Basic Spanish for Law Enforcement, TCLEOS
1991
Standardized Field Sobriety Certification, National Highway Traffic Safety Admin
1991
Basic Certification for Law Enforcement, TCLEOS
Work Experience
2002 - Present
Partner, Collins, Collins & Ray, P.A.
2002 - 2002
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Garland County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
1999 - 2002
Attorney, Southern & Allen
1996 - 1997
Administrator/Instructor for Alcohol Education Program, Wake Village Police Department
1991 - 1998
Police officer, Texas Commision of Law Enforcement Officer Standards
Associations
2023 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationPresident-Elect
2015 - Present
American Inns of CourtMember
2014 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationFounding Member
2012 - Present
American Chemical SocietyMember
2008 - Present
National College for DUI Defense, Inc.General Member
Arkansas Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member
Pulaski County Bar Association
Member
2001 - 2003
Arkansas Bar AssociationMember
2001 - 2003
Arkansas Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2001 - 2002
National District Attorneys AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
State v. Williams (Pulaski Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Bell (Pulaski Co)
Case dismissed
State of Arkansas v. Michael Johnson (Miller Co.)
Not Guilty after appeal
State v. Boutwell (Drew Co.)
Not Guilty after Jury trial
State v. Alford (Pulaski Co.)
Not Guilty after jury trial
State v. Barcelona
Case Dismissed
State v. Flowers (Hempstead Co.)
Not guilty
State v. Cashel (Lonoke Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Thomas
Not Guilty
State v. Bright (Pulaski Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Brindley
Not Guilty
State v. Pruss
Not Guilty
State v. McCasland
Not Guilty
State v. Boaz
Not Guilty
State v. Burr
Not Guilty
State v Morgan
Charges Dismissed
State v Estell
Not Guilty
State v. Powell
Not Guilty
State v. Self (Pike Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Janes (Maumelle)
Not Guilty
State V. Bates
Not Gulity
State v. Clow
Not guilty
State v. Burns
Not Guilty
State V. Byrd
Not Guilty
State v. Allen
Not Guilty
State v. Merritt
Not Guilty
State v. Funderburg
Not guilty
State v. Menges
Not guilty
State v. Yates
Not Guilty
State v. Mosley
Dismissed
State v. Johnson
Not Gulity
State v. Wojahn
Not Guilty
State v. Smith
DWI
State v. Parra
Not Guilty
State v. M. Ledbetter (Pulaski Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Branson
Not Guilty
State v. Ray
Not Guilty
State v. Meyers
Not Guilty
State v. Fleming
Not guilty
State v. Jones (NLR)
Not Guilty
State v. Jones (Maumelle)
Not Guilty
State v. Brown
Not Guilty
State v. Enderlin
Not Guilty
State v. Gooch
Not Guilty
State v. Lucas
Not Guilty
State v. Binyon (Lonoke Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Komm
Not Guilty
State v. Dalzell
Not Guilty
State v. Meyers
Not Guilty
State v. Foster
Not Guilty
State v. Thomas (Augusta)
Not Guilty
State v. Robertson
Not Guilty
State v. Cashel (Heber Springs)
Not Guilty
State v. Meins (Garland Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Alexander (Hope)
Not Guilty
State v. Steljes (Dumas)
Not Guilty
State v. Allen (Pulaski Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Lucas
Not Guilty
State v. Portale (Pulaski Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Cunningham (Saline Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Effrick (White Co.)
Not Guilty
State v. Janes (Pulaski, NLR)
Not Guilty
State v. Lopez (Pulaski)
Not Guilty
State v. Barnes (Pulaski)
Not Guilty
State v. Noble (Pulaski)
Not Guilty
State v. Bland (Saline)
Not Guilty
State v. Glenn
Not Guilty
State v. Lopez (North Little Rock)
Not Guilty
State v. Duffy (Maumelle)
Not Guilty
State v. Crosswhite (Caddo Valley)
Not Guilty
State v. Hughes (Pulaski County)
Not Guilty
State v. Schwartz (Hempstead Co.)
Not Guilty
State v McClung (Stone County)
Not Guilty
State v. Gaebal
Case reduced to unsafe boating
State v. Wadle
Case not filed. Non-prosecutable
State v. Russell (Monroe Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Roberts (Miller Co)
Not Guilty
State v. Cheshier (Sherwood)
Not Guilty
State v. Carter (Hot Springs)
Case reduced to Reckless Boating
State v. Gregory (Bryant)
Not Guilty
State v. Wilson (VanBuren)
Not Guilty
State v. Hinson (Arkadelphia)
Not Guilty
State V. Staggs
Not Guilty
State v. Cobb
Not Guilty
State v. Self
Not Guilty
State v. Collins (Van Buren Co)
Dismissed
State v. Martinez
Not Guilty
State v. Hamm (Dardenelle)
Not Guilty
State v. Harvey
Not Guilty
State v. Garrison
Not Guilty
State v. Ford
Not Guilty
State v. North
Not Guilty
State v. Chadwick
Not Guilty
State v. Harvey
Not Guilty
State v. Bright
Not Guilty
State v. Aleshire
Not Guilty
State v. Francis
Not Guilty
State v. Keib
Not Guilty
State v. Tucker
Not Guilty
State v. Poole
Not Guilty
State v. Holderby
Not Guilty
State v. Commacho
Not Guilty
State v. Weathers
Not Guilty
State v. Holcomn
Not Guilty
State v. Riable
Not Guilty
State v. Sheiw
Dismissed
State v. South
Not Guilty
State v. Warner
Not Guilty
State v. Adams
Not Guilty
State v. Alexander
Not Guilty
State v. Allen
Not Guilty
State v. Brindley
Not Guilty
State v. Parks
Not Guilty
State v. Peterson
Not Guilty
State v. Soeller
Not Guilty
State v. Doubleday
Not Guilty
State v. Jilka
Not Guilty
State v. Leslie
Not Guilty
State v. Crumpler
Not Guilty
State v. Durham
Not Guilty
State v. Wiggins
Not Guilty
State v. Lunn
Not Guilty
State v. Kiethley
Not Guilty
State v. Dickson
Not Guilty
State v. Fowler
Not Guilty
State v. Stevens
Not Guilty
State v. Porter
Not Guilty
State v. Ellis
Not Guilty
State v. Davis
Not Guilty
State v. Mullins
Not Guilty
State v. Ring
Not Guilty
Education
2000
William H. Bowen School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
Texas A&M, Texarkana
BAAS
1991
Kilgore College
Certificate
Speaking Engagements
2019
SFST
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
2019
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Cross Examination
2019
DRE Program-Jonesboro
DRE Training
2018
Ohio Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Jury trial strategies
2018
DUI Defense Lawyers Association - Philidelphia
Jury Trials
2018
Drug Recognition Expert Training - Russellville
DWI Drugs
2018
Best of CLE
DWI
2017
Little Rock Police Academy
DWI
2017
In Service Training
Blood Draw Cases
2017
Impaired Driving Conference
DWI/Drug Cases
2017
Everything You Need To Know About DWI
DWI
2017
Arkansas Bar Convention
DWI Legal Updates
2016
Racing for Justice
Roadblocks
2016
Little Rock Police Department Rookie School
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
2016
In service training
SFST
2016
In service training
Drug Recognition Expert
2016
Beeting on Justice
Halting the Vampires
2016
118th Annual Arkansas Bar Meeting
Cross Examination of the Arresting Officer
2015
Troop School
DWI
2015
Summer Session in Chicago
DWI Defense
2015
Last Chance CLE
DWI
2014
Troop School
DWI Trials
2014
DWI SFST
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
2014
DWI INSTITUTE
DWI
2014
Detection of Impaired Drivers
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
2014
Detection of Impaired Drivers
DWI
2014
Criminal Post Trial
Criminal Law
2014
Betting On Justice XIII
DWI
2013
Troop school
DWI training
2013
Criminal Trial Practice
DWI trial Practice
2013
Arkansas Paralegal Alliance
DWI Defense
2013
4th Amendment
Blood draws and Road Blocks
2012
Troop School
DWI
2012
Police Academy
DWI
2012
Drugs that Impair Driving
Drugs that Impair Driving
2012
Criminal Trial Practice
DWI
2012
Betting for Justice
Drug Recognition Experts
2011
Standardized Field Sobriety Tests
Cross Examination
2011
Law Call
DWI
2011
in-service training
DWI and Drug arrest
2011
Hope Police In-Service Training
DWI
2011
DWI Trial Techniques
DWI Jury Trial
2011
DWI Drugs
Drug Recognition Expert Training
2010
Kiwanis
DWI
2008
In-service Training
Courtroom Testimony and Demeanor
2007
DWI Continuing Legal Education
DWI in Arkansas
2006
Strategies in handling dwi and dui cases in Arkansas
Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
2006
Discussion Panel on Law Firms and Technology
Technology in the Small Law Firm
Publications
2016
Lawyers & Judges Publishing Company
Arkansas DWI Defense
2007
Lorman Education Services publication
DWI in Arkansas
2006
Lorman Educational Services
Standardized Field Sobriety Tests in Arkansas
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