Boone County
Boone County was established in 1869 and is the 61st largest county in Arkansas by total area. It spans 589.7 square miles of land, with Harrison serving as both the largest city and the county seat. The United States Census recorded an estimated population of 37,373 residents in 2020.
The judicial system in Boone County consists of a Circuit Court and two District Courts. The Circuit Court in Boone County is a general jurisdiction trial court that primarily handles serious legal matters beyond the scope of the District Courts. It deals with criminal and civil matters, including felony criminal cases, family matters, and probate cases. Additionally, the court is divided into divisions, including the Civil Division, Criminal Division, Juvenile Division, and Domestic Relations Division. The Boone County District Courts have limited jurisdiction over misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, ordinance violations, and civil cases where the amount in controversy does not exceed $25,000.
In Boone County, court records contain information on court proceedings in the county courts. These records include case filings, docket entries, transcripts, tapes, judgments, and pleadings. Boone County court records are public under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. However, Under state law, some court records are restricted from public disclosure, including juvenile records, mental health records, and adoption records. Common types of Boone County court records include:
- Civil Court Records
- Criminal Court Records
- Traffic Court Records
- Probate Court Records
Boone County Clerk is responsible for maintaining records for the county, including court records. Record seekers may search for Boone County court records through the Arkansas Judicial Case Search portal by name or case number. Requesters may also contact the Clerks of Court in person at:
Boone County Clerk
220 N Arbor Drive, Suite 101
Harrison, AR 72601
Phone: (870) 741-8428
Fax: (870) 741-9724
Boone County Circuit Clerk
100 North Main, Ste 203
Harrison, AR 72601
Phone: (870) 741-5560
