Court records of Pulaski County, Arkansas, are available through several channels. PulaskiARCourt.us allows you to find public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be searched through the state's official online court system tools, directly at the court clerk's office, or via public terminals installed in court premises.
Pulaski Court System & Jurisdictions
Several court instances operate in Pulaski County, each handling specific categories of cases.
Circuit Court — this is a court of general jurisdiction. It handles criminal cases involving felonies, civil lawsuits without monetary limits, divorce and child custody cases, as well as probate cases (probate — the process of settling a deceased person's estate). Pulaski County has two Circuit Court divisions: one in Little Rock, the other in North Little Rock. Official probate forms are available on the Arkansas court system website.
The Circuit Court Clerk — Pulaski County Circuit Clerk — maintains all Circuit Court documents.
District Court handles:
- Minor criminal offenses (misdemeanors) and violations of city ordinances
- Traffic tickets
- Small claims — up to $5,000
- Preliminary hearings in felony cases
Several district courts operate within the county, including in Little Rock, North Little Rock, Sherwood, Jacksonville, and Maumelle. If you receive a traffic ticket, your case will likely go to the District Court.
Pulaski County Court under the leadership of the County Judge handles administrative matters of the county, as well as some juvenile cases.
Pulaski Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find out the schedule of court hearings for today, tomorrow, or the current week, use the Search ARCourts system. This tool allows you to search cases by party name or case number and view scheduled hearing dates.
Here's how to find hearing information:
- Go to the Search ARCourts page on the Arkansas court system website.
- Select Pulaski County from the list of counties.
- Enter the party's last name or case number.
- In the search results, view the section with scheduled hearing dates.
For District Court cases, the hearing schedule can usually be confirmed by calling the respective district court directly. Not all district courts publish calendars online.
Information about inmates scheduled for hearings can be checked on the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office website, where there is an Inmate Roster.
How to Get a Copy of a Pulaski Court Document
All Arkansas court documents — criminal, civil, probate, divorce — are public records that anyone can view. Exceptions apply to juvenile cases, sealed and expunged records, and some adoption cases.
Certified vs. uncertified copies. A certified copy has the official seal of the court clerk and legal validity — it is often required by government agencies, including the Social Security Administration. An uncertified copy is suitable for informational purposes.
Ways to obtain documents:
- Online: basic case information (dates, parties, status) can be viewed through Search ARCourts. Full texts of some documents are also available for download.
- In person: visit the Circuit Clerk's office. You will need the case number or the full name of the party.
- By mail: send a written request specifying the case number, party names, document type, and payment.
Clerk's office address:
For cases heard in North Little Rock:
If you need a document from an old case, contact the clerk in advance — archived records sometimes require additional time to locate.
Pulaski Court Records Fees & Payment
The fees for court documents in Arkansas are set according to state law and administrative orders. Below are the approximate rates applicable to the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk's office:
| Service | Cost |
|---|---|
| Case search (by name) | Free online via Search ARCourts |
| Uncertified document copy | $0.50 per page |
| Certified document copy | $5.00 per document + $0.50 for each additional page |
| Certificate of no record | $5.00 |
Payment at the office is usually accepted in cash, money order, or credit/debit card. Check with the clerk if an additional processing fee is charged for card transactions. For mail requests, payment should be sent as a money order payable to Pulaski County Circuit Clerk.
Some court forms are available for free download on the Arkansas Judiciary website — this can help save a trip to the court if you need to file a standard document yourself.