Lonoke County Court Records Search
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Lonoke County, situated in central Arkansas with the city of Lonoke as its county seat, operates a multi-tiered court system that processes criminal, civil, domestic, juvenile, and probate matters across one circuit court and several district courts. The Circuit Clerk’s Office serves as the primary custodian for most court records in the county, while individual district courts maintain their own case files for matters within their jurisdiction. Whether you are looking for a criminal case disposition, a civil judgment, a divorce decree, or a probate filing, knowing which office to contact — and what tools are available for searching — is essential to obtaining the records you need efficiently.
For those conducting court record research in Arkansas, several resources are available to help locate case information. Official clerk offices, courthouse kiosk terminals, and online search tools maintained by the state judiciary all provide varying levels of access to public case data. ArkansasCourts.us may be a useful starting point for identifying available court case information across the state and connecting to the appropriate search portal for a given county or court.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Lonoke County?
Lonoke County court cases can be located through several methods depending on the type of case and the level of detail required.
Online Case Search
The Arkansas Judiciary provides the Search ARCourts portal, which offers public access to case information for courts using the Contexte Case Management System. Users can search by participant name or case number. For technical support with the portal, contact the Administrative Office of Courts at (501) 410-1900 (option 1) or (866) 823-5778.
An older version of the case lookup tool, CourtConnect, also remains available and allows searches by date, case ID, citation number, case type, county, and location.
The Arkansas Courthouse Kiosk website provides court-level information for Lonoke County, including links to search court records and details about case types handled.
In-Person Access
Court records maintained by the Circuit Clerk can be reviewed in person at the office during regular business hours:
Lonoke County Circuit Clerk’s Office
Address: 301 North Center Street, Lonoke, AR 72086
Mailing: P.O. Box 870, Lonoke, AR 72086-0870
Phone: (Court Records): (501) 676-2316
Fax: (501) 676-3014
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
District Court records are available for public inspection at each respective district court location during regular business hours. The court may require up to three business days to retrieve files from storage.
Mail and Email Requests
Written requests for records can be sent to the Circuit Clerk’s Office at the mailing address above. Requests submitted by email will be processed in the order received, and documents will be returned by mail. Faxed copies, if approved, are charged at $1.00 per page including the cover sheet. Certified copies must be mailed and require prepayment. Contact the office or visit the filing fees page for current cost information.
Are Court Records Public in Lonoke County?
Court records generated and maintained by Lonoke County offices are generally open to the public. The Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), codified at Ark. Code Ann. § 25-19-105, establishes that all public records shall be open to inspection and copying during the regular business hours of the custodian of the records. Court records created in the transaction of public business fall within this mandate.
The Circuit Clerk’s website confirms that all court records are maintained as permanent records and, with the exception of juvenile court records, are public information accessible upon written request.
However, the FOIA and other Arkansas statutes carve out categories of records that are exempt from mandatory public disclosure:
- Personnel records where disclosure would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy
- Personal contact information of subjects or witnesses in court cases, including home addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses
- Medical records, adoption records, and education records protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g)
- Documents shielded from disclosure by court order or court rule
- Law enforcement investigative files relating to suspected but uncharged criminal activity
- Grand jury minutes and unpublished drafts of judicial or quasi-judicial opinions
- Records containing security-related data such as passwords, personal identification numbers, and transaction authorization codes
- Juvenile court records involving delinquency cases, dependency-neglect cases, and Family In Need of Services (FINS) proceedings
A petition to seal criminal records in Lonoke County requires a $50 filing fee under Act 1460 of 2013 (Ark. Code Ann. § 16-90-1401 et seq.), as reflected on the Circuit Clerk’s fee schedule.
Lonoke County Criminal Court Records
Felony criminal cases in Lonoke County are handled by the Lonoke County Circuit Court, which sits at the Law and Justice Center in Lonoke. The Circuit Clerk maintains records for all felony proceedings, including case files, dockets, orders, and judgments. Misdemeanor crimes and traffic offenses are adjudicated in the various district courts located throughout the county.
Searching Criminal Case Records
Criminal case records from the Circuit Court can be searched online through the Search ARCourts portal or the CourtConnect system. In-person searches are available at the Circuit Clerk’s Office during regular business hours.
Criminal Background Checks
The Arkansas State Police provides two separate systems for obtaining criminal history information, as authorized by Act 1185 (Ark. Code Ann. § 12-12-1501):
- Criminal Background Checks — Available for those mandated by law to perform background checks or who have the signed consent of the subject. The fee is $22 per search. Background check forms are available online.
- Open Criminal History (ARCH) — Available for personal search inquiries for any purpose without requiring the subject’s consent. The fee is $24 per search.
Mail requests for criminal history records can be directed to:
Arkansas State Police – Identification Bureau
Address: 1 State Police Plaza Drive, Little Rock, AR 72209
Lonoke County Sheriff’s Office
For local incident reports, arrest records, and related law enforcement documents, the Lonoke County Sheriff’s Office can be reached at:
Address: 440 Dee Dee Lane, Lonoke, AR 72086
Phone: (501) 676-3001 (24 hours)
Fax: (501) 676-3017
Admin Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Lonoke County Civil Court Records
Civil litigation in Lonoke County is divided between the Circuit Court and the county’s district courts. The Circuit Court handles a broad range of civil matters, including negligence, fraud, malpractice, product liability, foreclosure, quiet title actions, injunctions, partition and condemnation proceedings, declaratory judgments, unlawful detainer actions, administrative appeals, property forfeiture, disability removal petitions, name changes, and other civil filings. District courts handle smaller civil disputes within their jurisdictional limits.
How to Obtain Civil Court Records
Civil records from the Circuit Court can be obtained from the Circuit Clerk’s Office in person, by mail, or by email request. The office is located at 301 North Center Street, Lonoke, AR 72086, and can be reached at (501) 676-2316.
Online searches for civil case information are available through the Search ARCourts portal.
Fees for Civil Records and Filings
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Filing a new civil action (Circuit Court) | $165.00 |
| Reopening a civil case | $50.00 |
| Transfer from district to circuit court | $50.00 |
| Writ of garnishment or execution | $20.00 |
| Subpoena (issued by clerk) | $2.50 each |
| Out-of-state subpoena | $4.50 + $0.60 per supporting document |
| Copy of a document | $0.25 per page |
| Certification of a court document | $5.00 |
| Authentication of a court document | $6.00 |
| Faxed copies | $1.00 per page (including cover sheet) |
All fees are established under Ark. Code Ann. § 21-6-403 and related statutes. The complete filing fee schedule is published on the Circuit Clerk’s website.
District Court Records
District court records in Lonoke County are maintained at each individual court location. Records are open to the public for inspection and copying during regular business hours. Requests may be verbal or written but must contain enough detail to reasonably identify the record. Copy fees and transcript fees apply. The major district courts include:
| Court Division | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cabot | 208 North 1st Street, Cabot, AR 72023 | (501) 843-8908 |
| Lonoke | 107 West 2nd Street, Lonoke, AR 72086 | (501) 676-3585 |
| Carlisle | 120 West Main Street, Carlisle, AR 72024 | (870) 552-3436 |
| England | 110 NW 2nd Street, England, AR 72046 | (501) 842-3904 |
| Ward | 405 Hickory Street, Ward, AR 72176 | (501) 605-0339 |
| Allport (Humnoke) | P.O. Box 58, Humnoke, AR 72072 | (501) 275-3580 |
| Austin | P.O. Box 129, Austin, AR 72007 | (501) 941-2648 ext. 4 |
Property Records
As ex-officio county recorder, the Circuit Clerk is also responsible for recording deeds, mortgages, liens, surety bonds, and other instruments involving property in the county. Contact the Recording/Real Estate line at (501) 676-3043 for these records.
The Lonoke County Assessor’s Office maintains property assessment records, and an online real estate search tool allows the public to look up property information by parcel number, owner name, or street address. The Assessor’s Office has two locations: 212 North Center Street, Lonoke (Phone: (501) 676-6938) and 1604 South Pine Street, Suite E (Phone: (501) 424-4242).
Lonoke County Family Court Records
Domestic relations matters in Lonoke County — including divorce, child custody, child support, and related family law proceedings — are handled by the Circuit Court. The Circuit Clerk maintains all records for these cases, including petitions, orders, modifications, and final decrees. The filing fee for initiating a domestic relations case in Circuit Court is $165.00 per Ark. Code Ann. § 21-6-403(b)(1).
Child support inquiries can be directed to the Circuit Clerk’s dedicated child support line at (501) 676-3013.
Divorce Records
Copies of Lonoke County divorce records can be obtained from the Circuit Clerk’s Office at $0.25 per page for standard copies or $5.00 for a certified copy. Certified copies of divorce certificates are also available through the Arkansas Department of Health, Vital Records Division for a $10.00 fee per copy. Online orders incur an additional $5.00 processing fee. Mail requests should include a completed divorce application, copies of acceptable identification, and payment, and be sent to:
Arkansas Department of Health – Vital Records
Address: Slot 44, 4815 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72205
Marriage Records
Marriage licenses in Lonoke County are issued by the Lonoke County Clerk’s Office (a separate office from the Circuit Clerk). The license fee is $60.00 and must be paid in exact cash. Identification requirements vary by age:
- Applicants under 21: photo ID, Social Security card, and birth certificate
- Applicants 21 and over: photo ID and Social Security card
The County Clerk’s Office is located at 301 North Center Street, Lonoke, AR 72086, and can be reached at (501) 676-2368. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Copies of marriage records can also be ordered through the Arkansas Department of Health’s Vital Records Division. The fee is $10.00 per copy, with a $1.85 identity verification fee that applies whether or not the request is fulfilled. Eligible individuals may order records in person, by mail, or online through the department’s website.
The Lonoke County Health Unit at 306 North Center Street in Lonoke (Phone: (501) 676-2268) also issues certified copies of marriage, birth, and death records for events occurring in the county.
Birth and Death Records
While not court records, birth and death certificates are often relevant in family law proceedings. Arkansas law limits access to vital records less than 100 years old to the individual named on the record, their spouse, registered domestic partner, descendants, parents or guardians, or their attorney. Certified birth certificates cost $12.00 for the first copy and $10.00 for additional copies of the same record. Death certificates cost $10.00 for the first copy and $8.00 for additional copies. Applications for birth certificates and death certificates can be mailed to the Arkansas Department of Health along with payment and acceptable ID. Historical death certificates from 1935–1961 can be searched and ordered through the Arkansas Department of Health’s online system.
Lonoke County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Lonoke County are handled by two separate offices depending on the size and complexity of the estate. The Lonoke County Clerk’s Office manages filings for small estates (estates under $100,000), decedent estates (estates exceeding $100,000), guardianships, and adoptions. The Circuit Court also has jurisdiction over probate-related litigation, including contested estates, will disputes, and related proceedings.
Filing Fees at the County Clerk’s Office
| Probate Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Small estate (under $100,000) | $25.00 |
| Decedent estate (over $100,000) | $165.00 |
| Guardianships and adoptions | $165.00 |
| Certified copies | $5.00 |
All fees at the County Clerk’s Office must be paid in exact cash. Small estate filings require presentation of the death certificate, and 45 days must have elapsed since the date of death. For decedent estates, the County Clerk’s Office recommends retaining an attorney, as state law prohibits the office from providing legal advice.
Accessing Probate Records
Probate records maintained by the Circuit Clerk can be accessed in person at the Circuit Clerk’s Office on the second floor of the courthouse at 301 North Center Street, or by submitting a written request by mail. Standard copy fees apply: $0.25 per page for uncertified copies and $5.00 for certification of a document.
The Arkansas Judiciary’s official probate forms, including forms for demands for notice, petitions for appointment of personal representatives, inventories, and accountings, are available through the state judiciary’s website. These standardized forms are used in Lonoke County Circuit Court proceedings.
For inquiries about guardianships and adoptions filed through the County Clerk’s Office, contact (501) 676-2368. For Circuit Court probate matters, contact the Circuit Clerk at (501) 676-2316. Online case information for probate matters processed through the Circuit Court may also be available through Search ARCourts.