Greene County Arrest Records

Per Arkansas Code § 16-81-106 (2023), arrests in Greene County, Arkansas, are carried out by certified law enforcement officers to uphold public safety. Arrests become necessary when law enforcement officers or private persons have reasonable cause to believe that a person has committed a criminal offense. Individuals arrested in Greene County are detained at the Greene County Jail until they are either released or are required to appear in court. The Greene County Sheriff’s Department generates and maintains arrest records. These records provide detailed documentation of an individual’s arrest and may include:

• The date, time, and location of the arrest.
• The personal information of the arrestee, such as name, age, and gender.
• Mugshots and fingerprints of the individual.
• A brief description of the alleged offense.
• The criminal charges that were filed against the individual.
• Classification of the offense as a felony, misdemeanor, or infraction.
• Information about the court hearing, including the date and location.

Greene County arrest records are often linked to other public records, such as Greene County Court Records. Arrest information may also be accessible in criminal history provided through the Arkansas Criminal History (ARCH) system offered by the Arkansas Crime Information Center (ACIC).

Are Arrest Records Public in Greene County?

Yes, arrest records in Greene County are public records under Arkansas law, as established by the Arkansas Code § 25-19-105. This law grants members of the public the right to inspection and copying of most government records, including arrest records, unless specific exemptions apply. Some exemptions include:

• Undisclosed investigations by law enforcement agencies of suspected criminal activity.
• Documents are restricted from public access due to a court order or rule.
• The identities of undercover law enforcement officers registered with the Arkansas Minimum Standards Office.
• Personnel records where disclosure would result in an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.
• Personal details such as date of birth, home address, email, phone number, and other contact information of individuals who were minors (under 18 years old) at the time of the request.
• Records related to medical histories, adoptions, and education.

Accessing Greene County arrest records may require filling out an application form or submitting a formal written request to the custodian of the records. Interested parties can find the Sheriff’s Department at:

The Greene County Sheriff's Department
1809 N Rocking Chair Road
Paragould, AR 72450
Phone: (870) 236-7612

Greene County Arrest Statistics

In 2023, the Greene County Sheriff's Department documented 468 arrests, as the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Crime Data Explorer reported. The arrests included 247 for "All Other Offenses," 101 for drug-related offenses, 38 for simple assault, 20 for disorderly conduct, 18 for aggravated assault, 17 for driving under the influence (DUI), eight for property destruction or vandalism, six for stolen property offenses, three for larceny, and two each for burglary, motor vehicle theft, and sex offenses. Most of those arrested were men, with 325 male arrestees compared to 143 females. Additionally, regarding racial demographics, 416 of the arrestees were identified as White.

Find Greene County Arrest Records

The Greene County Sheriff's Department is a primary source for local arrest records. Individuals can submit requests in person or contact the office directly at the below address. For statewide records, the Arkansas Criminal History (ARCH) System, managed by the Arkansas Crime Information Center (ACIC), is an online tool that provides access to criminal history records, including arrests. Finally, the ACIC also provides the Sex Offender Registry, which offers information on individuals convicted of sex offenses, which may include related arrest details. Interested parties can also visit the Sheriff’s Department to find inmate records.

The Greene County Sheriff’s Department
1809 N Rocking Chair Road
Paragould, AR 72450
Phone: (870) 236-7612

Greene County Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

While both arrest and criminal records document an individual’s interaction with the justice system, they differ in scope, content, and purpose to a reasonable extent. An arrest record details the circumstances, including the date, time, and location of the incident, the alleged offense, and the personal details of the arrestee. Meanwhile, criminal records provide extensive information on an individual’s history within the criminal justice system, including filed charges, convictions, and sentencing. The primary difference lies in the scope of the records: arrest records indicate that an individual was taken into custody, while criminal records indicate innocence or guilt.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Under Arkansas Code § 16-90-904, arrests remain on a person’s record indefinitely unless action is taken to seal or expunge them. In Arkansas, a person can delete their arrest records in two ways. A governor's pardon is the first option, while expungement is the second.

According to A.C.A. 16-90-1409, if the prosecutor has not filed charges within a year of the arrest, a person may ask a district or circuit court to seal the record of a previous arrest. Additional requirements for expungement include:

• The petitioner must request expungement in the county where law enforcement detained them.
• They must have entered a guilty or nolo contendere (no contest) plea to the offense to be eligible for expungement.
• The individual must have fulfilled all probationary requirements and been punished under a provision that permits expungement. They also can not have been previously convicted of a felony.
• Sexual offenders cannot have their offenses deleted if their victims are younger than eighteen.
• A conviction must be based on a qualifying offense under the law to be eligible for expungement or sealing.

Once a person meets all the aforementioned requirements, they can file a petition for expungement, pay the required fee, and gather all necessary documents.

Greene County Arrest Warrants

In Greene County, arrest warrants are issued by a judge following a criminal complaint against a person. The complaint must show probable cause and reasonable suspicion that the person committed a crime. An arrest warrant typically contains the following information:

• Name of the Subject: The full legal name of the person to be arrested.
• Description of the Subject: Physical characteristics like height, weight, hair color, and eye color.
• Charges: The specific criminal charges the individual is accused of.
• Issuing Authority: The name of the judge who issued the warrant.
• Date of Issuance: The date the judge signed the warrant.

Do Greene County Arrest Warrants Expire?

Arrest warrants issued in Greene County do not expire. Once a warrant is issued, it remains active until the individual named in the warrant is arrested, the charges are dropped or dismissed, or the issuing court recalls the warrant. However, other factors, such as the statute of limitations of the charges filed, may affect the validity of an arrest warrant.