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The Chicot County Circuit Court in Lake Village sits in the Tenth Judicial Circuit and handles felony, civil, domestic relations, juvenile, and probate cases. District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic, local ordinance, small claims, and civil matters.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Chicot County Circuit Court (Tenth Judicial Circuit) |
| Main Address | 108 Main Street, Lake Village, AR 71653 (Circuit Clerk) |
| Main Phone | 870-265-8010 |
| Website | arcourts.gov |
| Judicial Officers | 5 circuit judges: Hon. Crews Puryear, Hon. Laurie Bridewell, Hon. Robert Gibson, III, Hon. Quincey Ross, Hon. Teresa French |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Lake Village) |
| Handles | Felonies, civil, domestic relations, juvenile, and probate cases 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 (citing city or agency), and appeals (Arkansas Court of Appeals or Arkansas Supreme Court) |
| Online Case Search | Search ARCourts |
| Criminal Records Requests | Circuit Clerk, 870-265-8010 |
| Pay Traffic Tickets Online | pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates |
How to Search Chicot County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and the approximate dates ready before you search. Chicot County circuit court records are kept by the Circuit Clerk in Lake Village.
Online
Go to Search ARCourts to search circuit court cases by name or case number.
Open the case summary to review docket entries and case status.
Best for: Quick lookups of case status and parties
In Person
Go to the Circuit Clerk's office in Lake Village, Arkansas 71653.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which division handles your case type.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Mail
Send your request to the Circuit Clerk at 108 Main Street, Lake Village, AR 71653.
Include the case number, party names, and your return address.
Call 870-265-8010 to confirm what the clerk needs.
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 at once, without a case number.
Confirm details in the official court record, since these results are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Chicot County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Arkansas does not publish county-level court filing counts in a downloadable form, so this section uses statewide trial court caseload for CY 2024. The Tenth Judicial Circuit that serves Chicot County lists 5 circuit judges and is served by the Circuit Clerk in Lake Village.
184,611
Arkansas statewide circuit filings, CY 2024
180,614
Arkansas statewide circuit dispositions, CY 2024
942,381
Arkansas statewide district filings, CY 2024
97.8%
Arkansas statewide circuit clearance rate, CY 2024 (dispositions divided by filings)
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Dispositions CY 2024 | 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% |
| Juvenile | 17,094 | 16,738 | 97.9% | 9.3% |
| Probate | 21,121 | 21,830 | 103.4% | 11.4% |
| Total | 184,611 | 180,614 | 97.8% | 100.0% |
How Have Court Filings Changed in Chicot County?
County-level filings are not published in a downloadable form, so this section compares statewide circuit court filings in CY 2021 and CY 2024 for the courts that serve Chicot County.
| Case Type | CY 2021 Filings | CY 2024 Filings | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil | 33,320 | 54,807 | +64.5% |
| Criminal | 49,135 | 46,810 | -4.7% |
| Domestic relations | 42,069 | 44,779 | +6.4% |
| Juvenile | 14,566 | 17,094 | +17.4% |
| Probate | 19,352 | 21,121 | +9.1% |
| Total | 158,442 | 184,611 | +16.5% |
Statewide circuit filings rose +16.5% from 158,442 in CY 2021 to 184,611 in CY 2024. Civil filings had the largest increase, +64.5% (21,487 cases), while criminal filings were the only category to fall (-4.7%). Domestic relations rose +6.4%, juvenile +17.4%, and probate +9.1%. CY 2021 figures are from the 2021 annual report.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Chicot County?
Civil cases were the largest circuit category statewide in CY 2024 at 29.7% of circuit filings, and traffic violations were the largest district category at 30.1% of district filings.
Circuit Court, Arkansas statewide
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Circuit Filings | Change vs CY 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil | 54,807 | 29.7% | +64.5% |
| Criminal | 46,810 | 25.4% | -4.7% |
| Domestic relations | 44,779 | 24.3% | +6.4% |
| Juvenile | 17,094 | 9.3% | +17.4% |
| Probate | 21,121 | 11.4% | +9.1% |
District Court, Arkansas statewide (share of 942,381 district filings)
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of District Filings |
|---|---|---|
| DWI | 15,847 | 1.7% |
| Traffic violation | 283,636 | 30.1% |
| Traffic misdemeanor | 148,768 | 15.8% |
| Debt collection | 24,215 | 2.6% |
| Small claims | 4,936 | 0.5% |
| Local ordinance | 28,044 | 3.0% |
Civil filings grew fastest, +64.5% from CY 2021 to CY 2024, while criminal filings fell fastest at -4.7%.
How Does Chicot County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
Arkansas does not publish county-level court filing counts in a downloadable form, so this section compares 2025 reported crime rates for Chicot County agencies with the statewide rate for all Arkansas reporting agencies. The county's violent crime rate of ~208.8 per 100K is 61.8% below the Arkansas rate of ~546.3.
| Metric | Chicot County | Arkansas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime rate per 100K | ~208.8 | ~546.3 | 61.8% below state |
| Property crime rate per 100K | ~870.2 | ~1962.1 | 55.7% below state |
| Murder per 100K | ~8.7 | ~6.5 | 34.5% above state |
| Rape per 100K | ~34.8 | ~74.1 | 53.1% below state |
| Robbery per 100K | ~8.7 | ~31.7 | 72.6% below state |
| Aggravated assault per 100K | ~156.6 | ~434.0 | 63.9% below state |
| Burglary per 100K | ~139.2 | ~281.8 | 50.6% below state |
| Larceny-theft per 100K | ~730.9 | ~1539.9 | 52.5% below state |
| Motor vehicle theft per 100K | ~0.0 | ~140.4 | 100.0% below state |
Rates use the population covered by each area's reporting agencies, not Census population. Chicot County's property crime rate is below the state rate, and its violent crime rate is below the state rate.
Chicot County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures cover offenses reported by all law enforcement agencies in Chicot County, including Chicot County Sheriff's Office, Lake Village Police Department, Eudora Police Department, Dermott Police Department, as published by the Arkansas Crime Information Center. Total reported violent and property crimes fell 15.6% from 147 in 2024 to 124 in 2025.
24
Violent crimes in 2025
100
Property crimes in 2025
~208.8
Violent crime rate per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies
-15.6%
Change in total reported violent and property crimes vs 2024
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | ~8.7 | 2 | -50.0% |
| Rape | 4 | ~34.8 | 2 | +100.0% |
| Robbery | 1 | ~8.7 | 0 | Up from 0 |
| Aggravated assault | 18 | ~156.6 | 11 | +63.6% |
| Violent crimes total | 24 | ~208.8 | 15 | +60.0% |
| Burglary | 16 | ~139.2 | 18 | -11.1% |
| Larceny-theft | 84 | ~730.9 | 112 | -25.0% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 0 | ~0.0 | 2 | -100.0% |
| Property crimes total | 100 | ~870.2 | 132 | -24.2% |
Compared with Arkansas reporting agencies, Chicot County's violent crime rate of ~208.8 per 100K is below the state rate of ~546.3, and its property crime rate of ~870.2 is below the state rate of ~1962.1.
Chicot County Courthouse Locations
Chicot County has 1 location for circuit clerk and county offices, all in Lake Village. Check your citation or case paperwork for the office that handles your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circuit Clerk, County Judge and County Clerk, Lake Village | 108 Main Street, Lake Village, AR 71653 | Circuit Clerk 870-265-8010; County Judge 870-265-8015; County Clerk 870-265-8000 | Circuit Clerk office for circuit court case records; County Judge office (Tom Mosley); County Clerk office (Alexandria Manning) |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Chicot County?
Most Chicot County cases start in the Circuit Court or District Court, and the division depends on the case type and charge level.
| 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 District or Circuit Court. |
| Misdemeanor | District Court, Criminal | District Court hears misdemeanor cases. |
| Felony | Circuit Court, Criminal | Circuit Court hears felony cases. |
| DUI | District Court or Circuit Court | The charge level decides the court, so check your paperwork. |
| Domestic violence | District Court or Circuit Court | Criminal charges go to the court that matches the charge level; ask the Circuit Clerk about related civil filings. |
| Civil lawsuit | Circuit Court or District Court | Circuit Court hears civil cases, and District Court hears civil matters. |
| Small claims | District Court, Small Claims | District Court hears small claims cases. |
| Eviction | District Court, Civil | District Court hears civil matters; confirm the filing desk with the Circuit Clerk. |
| Divorce | Circuit Court, Domestic Relations | Circuit Court handles domestic relations cases. |
| Child custody or support | Circuit Court, Domestic Relations | Circuit Court handles domestic relations matters; contact the Circuit Clerk to confirm. |
| Probate or estate | Circuit Court, Probate | Circuit Court handles probate cases. |
| Juvenile case | Circuit Court, Juvenile | Juvenile records are restricted; contact the Circuit Clerk. |
| Appeal | Arkansas Court of Appeals or Arkansas Supreme Court | Appeals go to the appellate courts, not the county court. |
Are Chicot County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Chicot County court records are public, with exceptions. Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order 19 (Access to Court Records) sets the general rule, and juvenile, sealed, and confidential records are restricted.
Public records
Most circuit court case files are open to the public under Administrative Order 19, and the Circuit Clerk in Lake Village keeps the records for Chicot County.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, and confidential records are restricted and are not available through a general search. Do not expect online access to restricted or sealed records, and ask the Circuit Clerk how to request them.
Online access
Search for case information by name or case number at Search ARCourts. Online results show case information, not every document, so some filings must be requested from the clerk.
In-person access
Visit the Circuit Clerk in Lake Village to view or request records, or call 870-265-8010 to confirm which records the office holds.
How to Search Chicot County Court Records Online
Use the official Arkansas judicial branch portals to search Chicot County cases by case type, and 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 court case information, or pay traffic tickets at pay.arcourts.gov.
- 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 870-265-8010 to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Search ARCourts | Case information for circuit court cases | Documents may require the Circuit Clerk |
| Traffic | Search ARCourts; pay at pay.arcourts.gov | Case information and payment | Payment is separate from record search |
| Civil | Search ARCourts | Case information for circuit court cases | Documents may require the Circuit Clerk |
| Small claims | District court directory | Contact information for each district court | Confirm records with the district court |
| Family law | Search ARCourts | Case information for domestic relations cases | Confidential details are restricted |
| Probate | Circuit Clerk, 870-265-8010 | Estate and guardianship files through the clerk | Confirm what is available online |
| Juvenile | Circuit Clerk, 870-265-8010 | Case information through the clerk | Juvenile records are restricted |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Chicot County
Chicot County traffic tickets can be paid online where the court participates, or in person or by mail to the court that issued the citation.
- Online: Go to pay.arcourts.gov to pay traffic tickets where the court participates. Limit: only tickets from participating courts can be paid online.
- In person or by mail: Contact the Circuit Clerk at 870-265-8010 to confirm how to pay. Limit: confirm the address before you mail a payment.
Parking tickets are paid to the citing city or agency, not to the court. Municipal and local ordinance tickets go to the city's District Court.
Chicot County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Chicot County court records?
Use Search ARCourts to look up circuit court cases by name or case number, or contact the Circuit Clerk in Lake Village at 870-265-8010.
Are Chicot County court records public?
Most are public under Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order 19, but juvenile, sealed, and confidential records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name or case number in Search ARCourts, or call the Circuit Clerk at 870-265-8010.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket or notice first, then search Search ARCourts or call the Circuit Clerk at 870-265-8010.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Pay 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 each year?
Arkansas does not publish county-level filings in a downloadable form. Statewide, circuit courts recorded 184,611 filings and district courts recorded 942,381 in CY 2024.
What is the most common type of case?
Statewide, civil is the largest circuit category at 54,807 filings, or 29.7% of CY 2024 circuit filings. Traffic violations are the largest district category at 283,636 filings, or 30.1% of district filings.
Is crime in Chicot County rising or falling?
Total reported violent and property crimes fell 15.6% from 147 in 2024 to 124 in 2025.
Courts in the County
Chicot County District CourtMore Info
| Address: | 112 N. Freeman Street, Dermott, AR, 71638 |
| Phone Number: | 870-538-3476 |
| Fax: | 870-538-5252 |
| Website: | https://www.arcourts.gov/directories/district-courts?field_name_value=&field_district_court_tid=263&field_congressional_district_tid=All&items_per_page=All |
Useful Links
- Arkansas Judiciary | Latest Judicial Updates, Court Information - Access the latest updates and comprehensive court information across the state of Arkansas on this official judicial website.
- Chicot County Circuit Court | Local Court Details - Discover specific details of the Chicot County Circuit Court including contact information and services offered by the court.
- Arkansas.gov | Government Services and Resources - Navigate to the official Arkansas state government portal for a broad range of services and resources including legal information.
- Chicot County, AR | Official County Website - Access county-specific services, resources, and news directly from the official Chicot County website to stay informed.
- Arkansas Courts Directory | Find Chicot County Courts - Use this directory to locate and connect with court offices within Chicot County, helping streamline your legal inquiries.
- Arkansas Crime Information Center | Data and Records - Provides access to crime data, records, and additional resources available for public or official use within the state.
- CourtConnect | Access to Public Court Records - CourtConnect offers public access to case information from courts within Arkansas, facilitating transparency and obtainable records.
- Arkansas Attorney General | Court Records Information - Find guidelines on how to request court records as provided by the Arkansas Attorney General's office for public clarity.
- MyCase | Track Your Court Case - An easy-to-use portal for tracking court case progress, submissions, and outcomes tailored to Arkansas residents.
- Arkansas Legal Aid | Free Legal Help - Gain access to free legal aid services for those who qualify, providing necessary support in understanding court processes.
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- FamilySearch | Arkansas Genealogy Records - Explore historical and genealogical records from Arkansas that can aid in legal research or personal history tracing.
- Cotton Branch Genealogical Library | Research Resources - Use the resources at the Cotton Branch Genealogical Library for research related to Chicot County history and families.
- AR State Archives | Historical Court Records Archive - Access historical court records and other archival materials through the official archives of the Arkansas State Archives.
- INELEARC Legal Resources for Arkansans - Provides extensive resources for legal education, legal services, and support for residents across the state of Arkansas.
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- Arkansas General Assembly | Legislative Records - Examine the legislative records and updates managed by the Arkansas General Assembly that impact court and public policy.
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Table of Contents
- Chicot County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Chicot County Court Records
- Chicot County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Chicot County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Chicot County?
- How Does Chicot County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
- Chicot County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Chicot County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Chicot County?
- Are Chicot County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Chicot County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Chicot County
- Chicot County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links