Cleburne County Court Records

Cleburne County court records are documents prepared, owned, and used by the courts in relation to legal proceedings. Information contained in court records typically includes court files, docket entries, transcripts, procedural history, pleadings, affidavits, witness testimony, exhibits, expert opinion, briefs, writs, service/process, appeal, decrees, judgments, and dispositions.

Cleburne County court records are a significant part of the Arkansas Criminal Justice System as they provide a bedrock for legal proceedings and appeals. Case laws are legal precedents, and it is necessary to keep records for legal analysis. Thus, court records guide the decision of judges of other lower courts and can be persuasive in superior courts. The Arkansas Freedom of Information Act guarantees that court records are accessible to the public and available through online platforms like the Arkansas Judiciary Case Search site.

Are Court Records Public in Cleburne County?

Yes. In line with the provisions of the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act, all public records shall be open for inspection and copying by any citizen of the state of Arkansas. Record custodians must make public records reasonably available upon request and must provide a reason in writing for any refusal of a request to access public records (AR Code § 25-19-101).

Public agencies may validly refuse an individual's request to access records that are exempt from disclosure. Under the Freedom of Information Act, as well as other laws and statutes in force in the state of Arkansas, information and records may be deemed confidential and, as such, cannot be released under the FOIA.

Examples of such records are child protective services information, identity of victims of child abuse, medical records, adoption and juvenile records, personal income tax records, records of ongoing law enforcement, information that may interfere with a persons right to fair hearing and impartial adjudication, and information where such disclosure would compromise a person'sn the safety and security.

Cleburne County Court Records Search

Members of the public can find Cleburne County court records at the:

• Cleburne County District Courts
• Cleburne County Circuit Courthouse
• The office of the county court clerk
• The Arkansas Judiciary Case Search
• Third-party repositories.

Cleburne County Courts

The Cleburne County Court system consists of a circuit court, a general district court, a juvenile court, and a municipal court. Below is the address and contact information of all courts in the Cleburne County jurisdiction:

Cleburne County Circuit Court
Cleburne County Courthouse
301 West Main Street
P.O. Box 543,
Heber Springs, AR 72543
Phone: (501) 362-8149
Fax: (501) 362-4681

Cleburne County District Court - Concord
Concord City Hall
75 Central Avenue
P.O. Box 273
Concord, AR 72523
Phone: (870) 668-3315
Fax: (870) 668-3009

Cleburne County District Court - Greers Ferry
Greers Ferry City Hall
8739 Edgemont Road
Greers Ferry, AR 72067
Phone: (501) 825-7172
Fax: (501) 825-8029

Cleburne County District Court- Heber Springs Court Building
922 South 9th Street
Heber Springs, AR 72543
Phone: (501) 362-6585
Fax: (501) 362-4661

Cleburne County District Court - Quitman Quitman City Hall
52nd Street
P.O. Box 159
Quitman, AR 72131
Phone: (501) 589-3312
Fax: (501) 589-3022

Cleburne County Criminal and Civil Records

In Cleburne County, criminal and civil court records are filed and maintained by the district and circuit courts, depending on which jurisdiction the record is sought. Cleburne County civil records are lawsuits instituted by individuals and organizations to settle disputes regarding intellectual property rights, trespass, personal injury, claims for damages and compensation, insurance claims, family law, contract disputes, property law, and commercial-related matters.

The Arkansas Criminal History Search is also a means to find criminal records for offenders arrested or convicted in Cleburne County Courts. For criminal case records, search the Arkansas Judiciary Case Search Portal. This website allows researchers to find Cleburne County court records online by case name or description. Interested persons can contact, visit, or send a letter request to the circuit or district court clerk to inspect or request copies of Cleburne County court records.

Cleburne County Marriage Records

Marriage and divorce records in Cleburne County are exempt from public disclosure with the exception of the following persons: the named individual who must be aged 16 or older, their parents, grandparents, and maternal grandparents.

An individual who is among the persons listed above and has a valid government ID is eligible to order a copy of marriage records from the Arkansas Department of Health. One may obtain a copy of a Cleburne County marriage certificate online for $10 per copy plus $6.58 processing and verification fees. Interested persons may also order a certified copy of a marriage record by phone call, mail request form, or in person at the Arkansas Department of Health's vital records office.

Arkansas Department of Health
Vital Records, Slot 44
4815 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
Phone: (866) 209-9482

Cleburne County Divorce Records

The Arkansas Department of Health Office issues copies of divorce certificates for $10 per copy, plus a $5 processing fee and a $1.58 IS verification fee. The department has provided a detailed list of accepted forms of government-issued IDs required to purchase copies of Cleburne County Divorce Records.

The Department of Health offers multiple options for the public to place their orders. Individuals may obtain Cleburne divorce records online, by mail, phone call, or in person at the Arkansas Department of Health. The processing time for this service is 7-14 days. However, expedited shipping services are available.

Cleburne County Birth Records

Cleburne County birth and death certificates are vital records that are useful in establishing relationships, genealogy, inheritance claims, insurance, and other benefits. The Arkansas Department of Health is the custodian of these records and only eligible persons may request access. These typically include the person named in the record (aged 16 and above) and their immediate family members.

There are multiple ways to order copies of Cleburne County birth certificates, including mail orders, phone orders, and online orders (through an authorized third-party service provider). The Department of Health offers a toll-free telephone order service.

To order a copy of a birth certificate, call (866) 209-9482. Applicants can also complete the Birth Certificate Application Form Online. Or through the Cleburne Local Health Department Office and submit to the Arkansas Department of Health. The standard processing time is 10-14 days, and the service costs $12 for a first-time fee and $10 for subsequent copies. Online orders attract an additional $6.85 processing fee.

Cleburne County Death Records

An application to obtain a copy of a Cleburne County death record would only be approved if the applicant has a valid ID and comes within the category of persons not excluded from obtaining death certificates. In line with the Arkansas Department of Health's directive, mother and child/children of the deceased, the father (if named in the birth certificate), the spouse, grandchild, maternal grandparents, the funeral home, and the beneficiary who has the appropriate document are eligible to apply for copies of death certificates in the state.

In Arkansas, Death Records may be ordered online, by mail, in person, or by telephone call. The certificate costs about $10 for the first copy and $8 for extra copies. To confirm the status of your application for all Cleburne County vital records ordered through the Arkansas Department of Health, simply use the Department's tracker "Check Order Service" and input the order confirmation number to track the order.

Cleburne County Probate Court Records

The Cleburne Circuit Court has original jurisdiction over matters related to probate, including wills, estates, guardianship of minors and incapacitated persons, conservatorship, and other related legal proceedings. The Cleburne Circuit Clerk prepares and maintains probate court records. Anyone who needs information on Cleburne County probate records can contact or visit the county clerk or use the Arkansas Judiciary Case Search portal.

Cleburne County Property Records

Cleburne County property records exist in different forms and are maintained by separate public bodies. The Cleburne County Tax Collector keeps records of property tax information as evidence of their duties. Likewise, residents of Cleburne County can access real estate and personal property records online at the County Assessor's Public Records Search site or contact the Cleburne County Assessor at:

Cleburne County Assessor
320 West Main Street
Heber Springs, AR 72543
Phone: (501) 362-8147
Fax: (501) 362-4651
Email: rmiller@cleburnecountyassessor.com.

Cleburne County Court Records Online

Third-party public record services are an efficient way to find Cleburne County Court records online. Search platforms like Arkansascourtrecords.us are independent repositories that allow anyone access to Cleburne County court records online. These online sources help users avoid long processing times and provide access to different types of public records. Despite their convenience, third-party databases are often subscription-based and may cost more than a request from a local custodian. Also, public databases may not have the most recent information or updated case information.