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    Clark County, Arkansas, with its county seat in Arkadelphia, runs a court system that includes a Circuit Court and four District Courts. Together, these courts handle felony and misdemeanor criminal cases, civil disputes, family law proceedings, probate matters, and traffic infractions. The records produced through these proceedings—case dockets, criminal filings, civil complaints, transcripts, orders, and judgments—are official documents that track how legal matters in the county progress and resolve. The Circuit Clerk is the official custodian for most judicial records, while the County Clerk oversees probate filings and administrative county court records.

    If you need to track down court records in Clark County, you have several options. You can visit a clerk's office in person, use public access terminals at the courthouse, or search remotely through the state judiciary's online systems. ArkansasCourts.us is a useful starting point for figuring out which court holds a particular case and what publicly available case information you can access across the state.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Clark County?

    You can access Clark County court case information through the Arkansas Judiciary's statewide online portal, in person at the appropriate clerk's office, or by mail. The best approach depends on the type of case and the specific records you're looking for.

    Online — Search ARCourts Portal:
    The Search ARCourts portal, maintained by the Arkansas Judiciary, offers free public access to case information for courts using the Contexte Case Management System. You can search by party name or case number to find public case details for Clark County Circuit Court proceedings.

    Online — Arkansas Court Payment System:
    Traffic fines and certain court fees can be paid through the Arkansas Online Court Payment system or directly through the Clark County District Court's online payment portal.

    In Person — Circuit Clerk:
    The Clark County Circuit Clerk's Office (Circuit Clerk Brian Daniel) is where you'll want to go for criminal, civil, domestic relations, and property records. Staff can pull up case files, share docket information, and issue certified copies.

    Clark County Circuit Clerk
    Address: 401 Clay Street, Second Floor, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
    Phone: (870) 246-4281
    Fax: (870) 246-1419
    Email: brian.daniel@clarkcircuit.com
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

    In Person — County Clerk:
    Probate records and marriage licenses are kept by the County Clerk's Office (County Clerk Tracy Pruitt), located in the same building.

    Clark County County Clerk
    Address: 401 Clay Street, Second Floor, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
    Phone: (870) 246-4491
    Fax: (870) 246-6505
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

    For mail requests, write to the appropriate clerk's office listed above. Include the full names of all parties, the case number if you have it, approximate dates, a description of the records you need, and payment for any applicable fees.

    Are Court Records Public in Clark County?

    Arkansas has a strong tradition of open public records. The Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) of 1967 gives members of the public the right to inspect and copy non-exempt records maintained by public agencies, including court records held by county clerks. That covers court dockets, transcripts, case files, criminal filings, civil documents, and property instruments.

    That said, certain categories of records are specifically excluded from public disclosure in Clark County:

    • Juvenile records — all records tied to juvenile proceedings are confidential under Arkansas Code § 9-27-309. They are not available for public inspection, and juvenile records are generally expunged when the individual turns 21.
    • Adoption records — sealed by statute and unavailable to the general public.
    • Sealed criminal records — records sealed by court order cannot be disclosed.
    • Family law records involving minors — certain sensitive details within domestic proceedings are redacted or restricted.
    • Confidential personal identifiers — even in otherwise public records, Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, and similar personal identifiers are redacted before release.

    When the clerk's office releases records, protected information is redacted before copies are provided. Keep in mind that the Circuit Clerk's Office does not offer legal advice or prepare legal documents — they cannot help you fill out forms for divorces, name changes, or similar matters. For legal form assistance, check Arkansas Legal Services Help.

    Clark County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal cases in Clark County are split by severity. The Clark County Circuit Court handles all felony-level prosecutions, while the District Courts take care of misdemeanors, traffic violations, and lower-level criminal matters. Each level maintains its records separately.

    Felony Records — Circuit Court:
    All felony criminal proceedings go through the Clark County Circuit Court. These records include charging documents, indictments, arraignment orders, pretrial motions, trial transcripts, verdicts, and sentencing orders. You can search case information through the Search ARCourts portal or visit the Circuit Clerk's Office in person.

    Misdemeanor and Traffic Records — District Courts:
    Clark County operates four District Courts that handle misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic charges, and small civil matters. Here are their contact details:

    District Court Location

    Address

    Phone

    Fax

    Arkadelphia

    P.O. Box 449, Arkadelphia, AR 71923

    (870) 246-9552

    (870) 246-1415

    Amity

    P.O. Box 197, Amity, AR 71921

    (870) 342-5822

    (870) 342-6284

    Caddo Valley

    137 Malvern Rd., Arkadelphia, AR 71923

    (870) 246-8283

    (870) 246-5729

    Gurdon

    P.O. Box 449, Arkadelphia, AR 71923

    (870) 246-9552

    (870) 246-1415

    The physical District Court office serving Arkadelphia and Gurdon is at 419 Clay Street, Arkadelphia. The Clark County District Court website has general information, forms, and online fine payment options.

    Arrest Records:
    Arrest records are maintained by the arresting agency, not the court clerk. For county-level arrest records, contact the Clark County Sheriff's Office:

    Clark County Sheriff's Office (Sheriff Jason Watson)
    Address: 406 S. 5th Street, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
    Phone: (870) 246-2222
    Administration: (870) 246-1425
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

    Court-imposed fines and restitution are paid through the Sheriff's Office — for payment inquiries, call (870) 246-8859. The Circuit Clerk's Office does not collect fines; all payments must go through the Sheriff.

    Clark County Civil Court Records

    Civil cases in Clark County are divided by the dollar amount in dispute. The District Courts handle civil matters valued up to $25,000, including small claims. Anything above that threshold — along with contract actions, property disputes, and equity matters — goes to Circuit Court.

    Circuit Court Civil Records:
    Civil case filings, orders, and judgments from the Clark County Circuit Court are maintained by the Circuit Clerk and are generally accessible to the public, subject to FOIA exemptions. You can search case information through the Search ARCourts portal.

    Filing Fees — Clark County Circuit Court:

    Filing Type

    Fee

    Civil, Criminal & Domestic Case

    $165.00

    Subpoena or Summons

    $2.50 each

    Re-Opening & Transfer

    $50.00

    District Court Appeal (Civil)

    $165.00

    District Court Appeal (Criminal)

    $150.00

    Writ of Garnishment, Execution, Possession & Scire Facias

    $20.00

    Process Server

    $140.00

    Renewal Process Server

    $50.00

    Certified Copies

    $5.00 per document

    Scan & Email

    Free

    The Circuit Clerk accepts cash, checks, and money orders. Credit and debit cards are not accepted.

    Property Records:
    As ex-officio county recorder, the Circuit Clerk also records and maintains deeds, mortgages, liens, and other real property instruments. Certified copies of property records cost $5.00 per document plus $0.25 per additional page. For property assessment data, parcel maps, and tax valuation records, contact the County Assessor:

    Clark County Assessor's Office
    Address: 401 Clay Street, First Floor, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
    Phone: (870) 246-4431
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

    Clark County Family Court Records

    Family law matters in Clark County — divorce, child custody, child support, domestic violence proceedings, adoptions, and name changes — are all handled by the Clark County Circuit Court. The Circuit Clerk maintains the associated case records, which are presumed public under FOIA unless a specific exemption applies.

    Divorce Decrees:
    You can get certified copies of divorce decrees filed in Clark County from the Circuit Clerk's Office for $5.00 per certified copy. You'll need to provide the full names of both parties and the approximate date of the divorce. A valid form of identification confirming you're a named party or eligible relative is required.

    Divorce Certificates (State Level):
    Divorce certificates — the vital records version of a divorce document — are available through the Arkansas Department of Health for $10.00 per copy. Only spouses, children, parents, and grandparents may request them, and a government-issued photo ID is required to demonstrate eligibility. Send mail requests to:

    Arkansas Department of Health — Vital Records Section (Slot 44)
    Address: 4815 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72205

    Marriage Records:
    Marriage licenses are issued and recorded by the Clark County County Clerk's Office — not the Circuit Clerk. To apply for a marriage license or get a copy of a marriage record, contact:

    Clark County County Clerk
    Address: 401 Clay Street, Second Floor, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
    Phone: (870) 246-4491
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

    For marriages recorded after January 1, 1926, certified copies are also available from the Arkansas Department of Health's Vital Records Division at $10.00 per copy, using the same mailing address above.

    Birth and Death Records:
    Birth and death certificates are state-level records managed by the Arkansas Department of Health Vital Records Division — they're not held by the Clark County courts. Locally, you can request both types of records through:

    Clark County Local Health Unit
    Address: 605 South 10th Street, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
    Phone: (870) 246-4471

    Certified death certificates can be requested Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Birth certificate requests at the local unit are processed Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

    Vital Records Fee Summary:

    Record Type

    First Copy

    Additional Copy

    Birth Certificate

    $12.00

    $10.00

    Death Certificate

    $10.00

    $8.00

    Marriage Certificate (state)

    $10.00

    $10.00

    Divorce Certificate (state)

    $10.00

    $10.00

    Under Arkansas Code § 20-18-305, certified birth certificates are restricted to the registrant, their spouse, parents, children, legal guardian, or an authorized representative. Death certificates have similar restrictions — access is limited to spouses, parents, children, grandchildren, siblings, legal guardians, representatives of the deceased, and funeral home representatives.

    Adoption and Juvenile Records:
    Adoption records are sealed and unavailable to the general public. All juvenile records in Clark County are confidential under Arkansas Code § 9-27-309 and cannot be viewed or copied by members of the public. The Circuit Clerk's Office confirms this policy: juvenile records are not available for viewing under any circumstances without a court order.

    Clark County Probate Court Records

    Probate jurisdiction in Clark County belongs to the County Court, and the County Clerk's Office is the official custodian of all probate case records. Probate proceedings cover the administration of decedents' estates, validation of wills, appointment of executors and administrators, guardianships, and conservatorships.

    Types of probate records maintained by the County Clerk include:

    • Petitions for probate and letters testamentary
    • Wills and codicils submitted for validation
    • Letters of administration for intestate estates
    • Final accounts and inventories of estate assets
    • Notices of appointment and affidavits of publication
    • Guardianship and conservatorship filings
    • Court orders issued during probate proceedings

    How to access Clark County probate records:

    • Visit the County Clerk's Office at 401 Clay Street, Second Floor, Arkadelphia, during regular business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.)
    • Provide the decedent's or ward's full name and the approximate year the case was filed
    • Request the specific document or case file and let the clerk know whether you need a plain copy or a certified copy
    • Pay applicable fees: $5.00 per certified document, plus $0.25 per additional page

    Mail requests can be sent to: Clark County County Clerk, 401 Clay Street, Second Floor, Arkadelphia, AR 71923. Include identifying case details, a description of the records you need, and a check or money order for the estimated fee.

    For cases that may be searchable online, the Search ARCourts portal may return results for probate matters filed in Clark County Circuit Court. Older archived probate records may not appear in the online system and would need to be requested directly from the County Clerk's Office.