Hot Spring County
Formed in 1829, Hot Spring County is located in the central region of Arkansas. It covers about 614.9 square miles of land and is the 50th largest county in the state by total area. The county seat is Malvern, which is home to approximately 33,040 residents. The court system in Hot Spring County consists of a Circuit Court and two District Courts.
The Hot Spring County Circuit Court has general jurisdiction over most criminal and civil cases for claims exceeding $100 but primarily handles cases outside the limited jurisdiction of other courts. The court also oversees probate matters, guardianships, divorce, child abuse, juvenile felonies, misdemeanors, and domestic relations cases. The Hot Spring County District Courts handle cases involving misdemeanors, traffic violations, local ordinance violations, civil matters, and preliminary hearings for most criminal cases.
Hot Spring County court records are essential documents produced during legal proceedings and play a vital role in the judicial process. These records include transcripts, motions, orders, judgments, and dockets. The Circuit Clerk's Office is responsible for maintaining and preserving court records within the county. The court records are accessible to the public in compliance with Arkansas state laws. However, confidential records such as medical files, adoption documents, and other sensitive information are restricted from public access to protect privacy. Popular types of court records maintained in Hot Spring County include:
- Family Court Records
- Criminal Court Records
- Civil Court Records
- Probate Court Records
- Juvenile Court Records
In Hot Spring County, court records may be accessed online through the Arkansas Judiciary Case Search portal. This online system allows users to search for records by case number, participant name, or citation number. Interested individuals may also request court records in person by visiting the Circuit Clerk's Office at:
210 Locust Street
Malvern, AR 72104
Phone: (501) 332-2263
