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The Ashley County Circuit Court and District Courts serve as the county’s trial courts. Circuit Court handles felonies, civil, domestic relations, juvenile and probate cases, and District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic, local ordinance, small claims and civil matters.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Circuit Court and District Courts, Tenth Judicial Circuit |
| Main Address | 205 East Jefferson, #6, Hamburg, AR 71646 (Circuit Clerk) |
| Main Phone | 870-853-2030 (Circuit Clerk) |
| Website | arcourts.gov |
| Judicial Officers | 5 circuit judges (Hon. Crews Puryear, Hon. Laurie Bridewell, Hon. Robert Gibson, III, Hon. Quincey Ross and Hon. Teresa French) and 1 district judge (Hon. Reid Harrod) |
| Courthouse Locations | 4 locations (Crossett and Hamburg) |
| Handles | Felonies, civil cases, domestic relations, juvenile and probate matters in Circuit Court; misdemeanors, traffic, local ordinance, small claims and civil matters in District Court |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for Arkansas), parking tickets (the city or agency that issued them), and appeals (Arkansas Court of Appeals and Arkansas Supreme Court) |
| Online Case Search | Search ARCourts (CourtConnect) |
| Pay Traffic Tickets Online | pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates |
How to Search Ashley County Court Records
Have the person’s full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search Ashley County court records.
Online
Go to Search ARCourts to look up circuit and district case information.
Search by name or case number, then open the case details.
The search shows case information, not every document.
Best for: Quick case status and party lookups
In Person
Go to the Circuit Clerk at 205 East Jefferson, #6, Hamburg, AR 71646.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Call 870-853-2030 to confirm which office holds the record.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Mail
Send your written request to the Circuit Clerk, 205 East Jefferson, #6, Hamburg, AR 71646.
Include the case number, party names, and your return address.
Call 870-853-2030 before you mail the request.
Best for: Requests when you cannot visit in person
Search by Name on ArkansasCourts.org
Go to ArkansasCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without needing a case number.
Confirm results in Search ARCourts, since these results are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Ashley County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
County-level filings are not published in a downloadable form, so this section reports Arkansas statewide circuit and district totals for CY 2024. Ashley County circuit cases go through the Tenth Judicial Circuit, whose circuit clerk is in Hamburg and which lists 5 circuit judges.
184,611
Arkansas statewide circuit filings in CY 2024
180,614
Arkansas statewide circuit dispositions in CY 2024
942,381
Arkansas statewide district filings in CY 2024
97.8%
Arkansas statewide circuit clearance rate in CY 2024 (dispositions divided by filings)
| Circuit Case Type (Arkansas statewide) | CY 2024 Filings | CY 2024 Dispositions | Clearance Rate | Share of Filings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil | 54,807 | 49,439 | 90.2% | 29.7% |
| Criminal | 46,810 | 49,132 | 105.0% | 25.4% |
| Domestic relations | 44,779 | 43,475 | 97.1% | 24.3% |
| Probate | 21,121 | 21,830 | 103.4% | 11.4% |
| Juvenile | 17,094 | 16,738 | 97.9% | 9.3% |
| Total circuit | 184,611 | 180,614 | 97.8% | 100.0% |
How Have Court Filings Changed in Ashley County?
This table covers the five most recent fiscal years for Ashley County. Published years are shown as reported; earlier years marked with ~ are estimates based on the statewide trend and this county's latest published figures.
| Circuit Case Type (Arkansas statewide) | CY 2021 Filings | CY 2024 Filings | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil | 33,320 | 54,807 | +21,487 (+64.5%) |
| Criminal | 49,135 | 46,810 | -2,325 (-4.7%) |
| Domestic relations | 42,069 | 44,779 | +2,710 (+6.4%) |
| Probate | 19,352 | 21,121 | +1,769 (+9.1%) |
| Juvenile | 14,566 | 17,094 | +2,528 (+17.4%) |
| Total circuit | 158,442 | 184,611 | +26,169 (+16.5%) |
Total statewide circuit filings grew 16.5% from 158,442 to 184,611. Civil filings had the largest increase, up 21,487 cases (64.5%), while criminal filings fell 2,325 cases (4.7%). Domestic relations filings rose 6.4%, juvenile filings rose 17.4%, and probate filings rose 9.1%. The CY 2021 figures come from the 2021 annual report, and the CY 2024 figures are the statewide circuit totals in this section.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Ashley County?
Civil cases are the largest circuit category statewide at 29.7% of CY 2024 circuit filings, and traffic violations are the largest district category at 30.1% of district filings. Figures are Arkansas statewide totals because county-level breakdowns are not published for download.
| Circuit Case Type (Arkansas statewide) | CY 2024 Filings | Share of Circuit Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Civil | 54,807 | 29.7% |
| Criminal | 46,810 | 25.4% |
| Domestic relations | 44,779 | 24.3% |
| Probate | 21,121 | 11.4% |
| Juvenile | 17,094 | 9.3% |
| Total circuit | 184,611 | 100.0% |
| District Case Type (Arkansas statewide) | CY 2024 Filings | Share of District Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic violation | 283,636 | 30.1% |
| Traffic misdemeanor | 148,768 | 15.8% |
| Local ordinance | 28,044 | 3.0% |
| Debt collection | 24,215 | 2.6% |
| DWI | 15,847 | 1.7% |
| Small claims | 4,936 | 0.5% |
| All district filings | 942,381 | 100.0% |
How Does Ashley County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
Reported crime rates for Ashley County are compared with statewide rates from all reporting agencies in Arkansas for 2025, per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies.
| Metric (2025, per 100K) | Ashley County | Arkansas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime rate | ~337.4 | ~546.3 | 38.2% below state |
| Property crime rate | ~1,574.4 | ~1,962.1 | 19.8% below state |
| Homicide | ~0.0 | ~6.5 | 100.0% below state |
| Rape | ~33.7 | ~74.1 | 54.5% below state |
| Robbery | ~5.6 | ~31.7 | 82.3% below state |
| Aggravated assault | ~298.0 | ~434.0 | 31.3% below state |
| Burglary | ~303.6 | ~281.8 | 7.8% above state |
| Larceny-theft | ~1,158.3 | ~1,539.9 | 24.8% below state |
| Motor vehicle theft | ~112.5 | ~140.4 | 19.9% below state |
Each rate is reported offenses divided by the population covered by reporting agencies, multiplied by 100,000. Violent crime is 38.2% below the statewide rate, and property crime is 19.8% below it.
Ashley County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures cover offenses reported by all law enforcement agencies in Ashley County, including Crossett Police Department, Ashley County Sheriff’s Office and Hamburg Police Department. Reported violent and property crimes rose 6.9% in 2025 compared with 2024. Figures marked with ~ are estimates based on the other years shown for this county.
60
Violent crimes reported in 2025
280
Property crimes reported in 2025
~337.4
Violent crime rate per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies
+6.9%
Change in violent and property crimes vs 2024
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 0 | ~0.0 | 0 | ~+14.0% |
| Rape | 6 | ~33.7 | 5 | +20.0% |
| Robbery | 1 | ~5.6 | 2 | -50.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 53 | ~298.0 | 43 | +23.3% |
| Violent crimes total | 60 | ~337.4 | 50 | +20.0% |
| Burglary | 54 | ~303.6 | 60 | -10.0% |
| Larceny-theft | 206 | ~1,158.3 | 198 | +4.0% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 20 | ~112.5 | 10 | +100.0% |
| Property crimes total | 280 | ~1,574.4 | 268 | +4.5% |
Ashley County’s violent crime rate of ~337.4 per 100K is 38.2% below the statewide rate of ~546.3, and its property crime rate of ~1,574.4 per 100K is 19.8% below the statewide rate of ~1,962.1.
Ashley County Courthouse Locations
Ashley County has 4 court and county office locations in 2 cities, listed by city below. Check your citation or notice for the court that issued it before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossett | PO Box 459, AR 71635 | 870-364-7620 | District Court (Hon. Reid Harrod); Chief District Court Clerk (Samantha Sutton) |
| Hamburg | 205 East Jefferson, #6, AR 71646 | 870-853-2030 | Circuit Clerk (Vickie Stell) |
| Hamburg | 215 East Jefferson, AR 71646 | 870-853-2000 (County Judge); 870-853-2020 (County Clerk) | County Judge (Jim Hudson); County Clerk (Christie Pippen-Martin) |
| Hamburg | PO Box 72, AR 71646 | 870-853-8326 (District Court) | District Court (Hon. Reid Harrod); Chief District Court Clerk (Nancy Summerford) |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Ashley County?
Find the court by the type of case, then contact that court’s clerk. Federal cases are heard in the U.S. District Court for Arkansas.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | District Court, Traffic | Pay online at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates, or contact the court that issued the ticket. |
| Parking ticket | The city or agency that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are not handled by this county’s courts. |
| Misdemeanor | District Court, Criminal | District Court handles misdemeanors; contact the District Court clerk listed in the courthouse locations. |
| Felony | Circuit Court, Criminal | Circuit Court handles felonies; contact the Circuit Clerk at 870-853-2030. |
| DUI | District Court or Circuit Court | Misdemeanor DWI cases are heard in District Court, and felony cases are heard in Circuit Court. |
| Domestic violence | District Court or Circuit Court | Criminal charges go to District Court for misdemeanors and Circuit Court for felonies; contact the Circuit Clerk at 870-853-2030. |
| Civil lawsuit | Circuit Court or District Court | Circuit Court handles civil cases, and District Court also handles civil matters. |
| Small claims | District Court, Small Claims | Small claims are heard in District Court. |
| Eviction | District Court, Civil | Eviction matters are civil matters heard in District Court. |
| Divorce | Circuit Court, Domestic Relations | Divorce cases are heard in Circuit Court. |
| Child custody or support | Circuit Court, Domestic Relations | Domestic relations matters, including custody and support, are heard in Circuit Court. |
| Probate or estate | Circuit Court, Probate | Probate matters are heard in Circuit Court. |
| Juvenile case | Circuit Court, Juvenile | Juvenile matters are heard in Circuit Court, and juvenile records are restricted. |
| Appeal | Arkansas Court of Appeals or Arkansas Supreme Court | Appeals do not go to the county courts. |
Are Ashley County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Ashley County court records are public, with exceptions set by Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order 19 (Access to Court Records).
Public records
Most case records in the circuit and district courts are open to the public unless a law, court rule, or court order restricts them.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, and confidential records are restricted under Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order 19 (Access to Court Records). Access to these records requires authorization, so ask the Circuit Clerk before you request them.
Online access
Search ARCourts looks up case information by name or case number. Online search shows case information, not every document, and traffic tickets can be paid at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates.
In-person access
Visit the Circuit Clerk at 205 East Jefferson, #6, Hamburg, AR 71646 to view or request records. Call 870-853-2030 to confirm which office holds your case.
Fees
Ask the Circuit Clerk at 870-853-2030 about copy fees before you request copies.
How to Search Ashley County Court Records Online
Search Ashley County court records online by case type, then ask the Circuit Clerk for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, probate, or juvenile.
- Open Search ARCourts for circuit and district case information.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case details for status, parties, and scheduled dates.
- Contact the Circuit Clerk at 870-853-2030 to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You’ll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Search ARCourts | Case information and docket entries | Documents may require the Circuit Clerk |
| Traffic | Search ARCourts; pay at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates | Case information and docket entries | Payment is separate from record search |
| Civil | Search ARCourts | Case information and parties | Sealed or restricted records are not available |
| Small claims | Search ARCourts | Case information and parties | Documents may require the District Court clerk |
| Family law | Search ARCourts | Case information for domestic relations cases | Confidential details are restricted |
| Probate | Search ARCourts for circuit court cases, or the Circuit Clerk | Case information for probate matters | Confirm details with the Circuit Clerk |
| Juvenile | Not in the general portal; contact the Circuit Clerk at 870-853-2030 | Limited information through the clerk | Juvenile records are restricted |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Ashley County
Traffic citations are paid through the court that issued the ticket, using the online option where the court participates.
- Online: Pay traffic tickets at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates.
- In person: Pay at the court that issued the citation. Call the Circuit Clerk at 870-853-2030 to confirm where to pay.
- By mail: Send payment to the court that issued the citation after you confirm the mailing address by calling the Circuit Clerk at 870-853-2030.
Parking tickets are paid to the city or agency that issued them. Municipal and local ordinance tickets go to the city’s district court.
Ashley County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Ashley County court records?
Use Search ARCourts to look up case information by name or case number, or call the Circuit Clerk at 870-853-2030.
Are Ashley County court records public?
Yes, most are, under Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order 19 (Access to Court Records), but juvenile, sealed, and confidential records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by the defendant’s name or case number in Search ARCourts, or call the Circuit Clerk at 870-853-2030.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket or notice, look up the case in Search ARCourts, or call the Circuit Clerk at 870-853-2030.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Pay online at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates, or pay in person or by mail to the court that issued the citation.
How many cases are filed in Ashley County each year?
County-level filings are not published for download. Statewide, circuit courts had 184,611 filings and district courts had 942,381 filings in CY 2024.
What is the most common type of case?
Civil cases are the largest circuit category at 54,807 filings, or 29.7% of CY 2024 statewide circuit filings. In district court, traffic violations are the largest category at 283,636 filings, or 30.1% of district filings.
Is crime in Ashley County rising or falling?
Reported violent and property crimes rose 6.9% in 2025 to 340 from 318 in 2024, and the violent crime rate is ~337.4 per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies.
Courts in the County
Ashley County District CourtMore Info
| Address: | P.O. Box 310, Hamburg, AR, 71646 |
| Phone Number: | 870-853-5236 |
| Fax: | 870-853-5237 |
| Website: | https://www.ashleycountyar.com/district-court/ |
Useful Links
- Arkansas Judiciary | State of Arkansas – The official website of the Arkansas Judiciary offering access to court decisions, online records, rules, and judicial forms.
- Ashley County District Court – Provides information regarding the district court serving Ashley County, including court contacts, location, and court rules.
- CourtConnect | Online Public Search – Search tool for public access to Arkansas court case information online, including civil, criminal, and traffic case records.
- Ashley County, Arkansas | Official Website – Official Ashley County government website providing local government information, public notices, and contact information for county departments.
- Ashley County Arkansas Public Records – Resource for finding public records and services in Ashley County, including property, court, and vital records.
- U.S. Marshal Service | Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas – Information about the jurisdiction and duties of the U.S. Marshal Service within the Eastern and Western Districts of Arkansas.
- Ashley County, Arkansas Genealogy | FamilySearch – A comprehensive resource for genealogical research in Ashley County with links to records, maps, and databases.
- Ashley County Circuit Court – Detailed information about the Circuit Court serving Ashley County including contact information and services provided.
- Arkansas Access to Justice – Promotes equal access to justice by providing free legal aid resources to low-income residents.
- Arkansas Bar Association – Provides legal resources for attorneys and the public, including CLE, events, and legal services directories.
- United States Courts – The federal judiciary's official site offering comprehensive information about federal courts, including news and resources.
- National Center for State Courts (NCSC) – NCSC provides court leaders with research, tools, and services to improve the administration of justice.
- Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Legal Notices – Searchable database of legal notices printed in the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, including public and court notices.
- Legal Aid of Arkansas – Provides free legal services to low-income Arkansans by offering advice, advocacy, and innovative solutions.
- State Agencies & Services | Arkansas.gov – Directory of Arkansas state agencies and services available to the public including court and legal services.
- Ashley County Circuit Court - 10th Judicial District – Provides address, phone number, and relevant information concerning the Ashley County Circuit Court and its jurisdiction.
- Case Info | CourtConnect – Access Case Information from various trial courts in Arkansas through the CourtConnect public access portal.
- Arkansas Courts' Opinions – Access to opinions released by the Arkansas Supreme Court and the Arkansas Court of Appeals.
- Ashley County Sheriff's Office – Official website of Ashley County Sheriff's Office with information on justice services, inmate roster, and public notices.
- Ashley County Legal Information | Justia – Comprehensive legal information for Ashley County including court proceedings, legal cases, and access to attorneys.
Table of Contents
- Ashley County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Ashley County Court Records
- Ashley County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Ashley County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Ashley County?
- How Does Ashley County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
- Ashley County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Ashley County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Ashley County?
- Are Ashley County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Ashley County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Ashley County
- Ashley County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links