Drew County, AR Courts and Public Records
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The Drew County Circuit Court and District Court are the county's trial courts. Circuit Court handles felonies, civil, domestic relations, juvenile, and probate cases, and District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic, small claims, and local ordinance cases.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Drew County Circuit Court and District Court (Tenth Judicial Circuit of Arkansas) |
| Main Address | 210 South Main, Monticello, AR 71655 (Circuit Clerk) |
| Main Phone | 870-460-6250 |
| Website | arcourts.gov |
| Judicial Officers | 5 circuit judges: Crews Puryear, Laurie Bridewell, Robert Gibson, III, Quincey Ross and Teresa French |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Monticello) |
| Handles | Circuit Court: felonies, civil, domestic relations, juvenile, and probate cases. District Court: misdemeanors, traffic, local ordinance, small claims, and civil matters. |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for Arkansas), appeals (Arkansas Court of Appeals and Arkansas Supreme Court), and parking tickets (the citing city or agency). |
| Online Case Search | Search ARCourts |
| Criminal Records Requests | Circuit Clerk, 870-460-6250 |
| Pay Traffic Tickets Online | pay.arcourts.gov, where the court participates |
How to Search Drew County Court Records
Have the full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search Drew County court records. The Circuit Clerk keeps circuit court records for the county.
Online
Go to Search ARCourts to search court records by name or case number.
Open the case to review its status, parties, and dates.
Ask the Circuit Clerk for documents that are not online.
Best for: Quick case lookups
In Person
Go to 210 South Main, Monticello, AR 71655.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which records you can view or copy.
Best for: Records not available online
By Mail or Email
Send your request to the Circuit Clerk at 210 South Main, Monticello, AR 71655.
Include the case number, party names, and your return address.
Call 870-460-6250 first 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 without needing a case number.
Confirm details in the official court record search, since results are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Drew County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Arkansas does not publish county-level filing totals in a downloadable form, so these figures are the statewide Arkansas trial court caseload for CY 2024. Drew County is in the Tenth Judicial Circuit, served by 5 circuit judges and Circuit Clerk Beverly Burks.
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 (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 circuit filings | 184,611 | 180,614 | 97.8% | 100.0% |
How Have Court Filings Changed in Drew County?
Statewide circuit filings rose from 158,442 in CY 2021 to 184,611 in CY 2024. CY 2021 figures come from the 2021 annual report, and CY 2024 figures are the caseload shown in the statistics section.
| 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 circuit filings | 158,442 | 184,611 | +16.5% |
Statewide circuit filings grew +16.5% between CY 2021 and CY 2024, a net increase of 26,169 cases. Civil filings account for the largest change, up +64.5% (21,487 cases), or about 82% of the net increase, while criminal filings fell -4.7% (-2,325 cases).
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Drew County?
Civil cases are the largest statewide circuit category at 29.7% of CY 2024 circuit filings, and traffic violations are the largest district category at 30.1% of district filings.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit Court (Arkansas statewide, share of circuit filings) | ||
| Civil | 54,807 | 29.7% |
| Criminal | 46,810 | 25.4% |
| Domestic relations | 44,779 | 24.3% |
| Juvenile | 17,094 | 9.3% |
| Probate | 21,121 | 11.4% |
| District Court (Arkansas statewide, share of district filings) | ||
| DWI | 15,847 | 1.7% |
| Traffic violations | 283,636 | 30.1% |
| Traffic misdemeanors | 148,768 | 15.8% |
| Debt collection | 24,215 | 2.6% |
| Small claims | 4,936 | 0.5% |
| Local ordinance | 28,044 | 3.0% |
From CY 2021 to CY 2024, civil circuit filings grew fastest (+64.5%) and criminal circuit filings changed the least (-4.7%).
How Does Drew County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
Drew County's 2025 reported crime rates, per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies, are compared with the Arkansas statewide rates from all reporting agencies.
| Metric | Drew County (per 100K) | Arkansas (per 100K) | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime rate | ~367.3 | ~546.3 | 32.8% below Arkansas |
| Property crime rate | ~1084.3 | ~1962.1 | 44.7% below Arkansas |
| Murder | ~11.8 | ~6.5 | 83.2% above Arkansas |
| Rape | ~65.2 | ~74.1 | 12.1% below Arkansas |
| Robbery | ~17.8 | ~31.7 | 44.0% below Arkansas |
| Aggravated assault | ~272.5 | ~434.0 | 37.2% below Arkansas |
| Burglary | ~148.1 | ~281.8 | 47.4% below Arkansas |
| Larceny-theft | ~888.7 | ~1539.9 | 42.3% below Arkansas |
| Motor vehicle theft | ~47.4 | ~140.4 | 66.2% below Arkansas |
The county's violent crime rate of ~367.3 is 32.8% below Arkansas, while its property crime rate of ~1084.3 is 44.7% below Arkansas. Rates use the population covered by reporting agencies, not Census population.
Drew County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures cover offenses reported by all reporting agencies in Drew County, including the Monticello Police Department and the Drew County Sheriff's Office, according to the Arkansas Crime Information Center. Violent and property offenses combined changed -5.0%, from 258 in 2024 to 245 in 2025.
62
Violent crimes in 2025
183
Property crimes in 2025
~367.3
Violent crime rate per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies
-5.0%
Change in violent and property crimes vs 2024
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | ~11.8 | 1 | +100.0% |
| Rape | 11 | ~65.2 | 12 | -8.3% |
| Robbery | 3 | ~17.8 | 5 | -40.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 46 | ~272.5 | 46 | +0.0% |
| Violent crimes total | 62 | ~367.3 | 64 | -3.1% |
| Burglary | 25 | ~148.1 | 41 | -39.0% |
| Larceny-theft | 150 | ~888.7 | 134 | +11.9% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 8 | ~47.4 | 19 | -57.9% |
| Property crimes total | 183 | ~1084.3 | 194 | -5.7% |
Per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies, Drew County's 2025 violent rate is ~367.3 versus ~546.3 statewide, and its property rate is ~1084.3 versus ~1962.1.
Drew County Courthouse Locations
Drew County has 1 official courthouse location in Monticello. Check your notice or ticket for the division and courtroom before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drew County Courthouse (Monticello) | 210 South Main, Monticello, AR 71655 | Circuit Clerk 870-460-6250 County Judge 870-460-6200 County Clerk 870-460-6260 | Circuit Clerk; County Judge; County Clerk |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Drew County?
Drew County's Circuit Court and District Court divide case types between them, and the Circuit Clerk keeps circuit court records. Federal cases are filed in the U.S. District Court for Arkansas.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | District Court | Traffic violations are heard in District Court, and you can pay online at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates. |
| Parking ticket | The city or agency that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are handled by the citing city or agency, not the court. |
| Misdemeanor | District Court | District Court handles misdemeanor cases. |
| Felony | Circuit Court | Circuit Court handles felony cases. |
| DWI | District Court | DWI cases are reported in District Court. |
| Civil lawsuit | Circuit Court or District Court | Circuit Court handles civil cases, and District Court handles civil matters. |
| Small claims | District Court | Small claims are heard in District Court. |
| Divorce | Circuit Court | Domestic relations cases are heard in Circuit Court. |
| Child custody or support | Circuit Court | Domestic relations matters are heard in Circuit Court. |
| Probate or estate | Circuit Court | Probate matters are heard in Circuit Court. |
| Juvenile case | Circuit Court | Juvenile matters are heard in Circuit Court, and juvenile records are restricted. |
| Appeal | Arkansas Court of Appeals or Arkansas Supreme Court | Appeals go to the appellate courts, not to the county court. |
Are Drew County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Drew County court records are public, with exceptions set by Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order 19 (Access to Court Records).
Public records
Most circuit and district court case records are open to the public under Administrative Order 19 unless a law or court order restricts them.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, and confidential records are restricted and are not released through the public search.
Online access
Use Search ARCourts to look up case information. Online results do not show restricted or sealed records, and not every document is available online.
In-person access
Visit the Circuit Clerk in Monticello to view or request records that are not online. Call 870-460-6250 to confirm which division holds your case.
Fees
Ask the Circuit Clerk to confirm any copy fees before you request records.
How to Search Drew County Court Records Online
Use the official Arkansas court record search to find Drew 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 case information, or pay traffic tickets at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates.
- 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.
- Call the Circuit Clerk at 870-460-6250 to request documents that are not available online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Search ARCourts | Case information for criminal cases | Documents not online require the Circuit Clerk |
| Traffic | Search ARCourts; pay at pay.arcourts.gov | Case information for traffic cases | Payment is separate from record search |
| Civil | Search ARCourts | Case information for civil cases | Documents not online require the Circuit Clerk |
| Small claims | Search ARCourts | Case information for small claims | Confirm the case type with the Circuit Clerk |
| Family law | Search ARCourts | Case information for domestic relations cases | Confidential details are restricted |
| Probate | Search ARCourts | Case information for probate cases | Confirm the case type with the Circuit Clerk |
| Juvenile | Circuit Clerk at 870-460-6250 | Case information only through the clerk | Juvenile records are restricted |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Drew County
Traffic tickets can be paid online at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates, or in person or by mail to the court that issued the citation.
- 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 870-460-6250 to confirm where to pay.
- By mail: Contact the Circuit Clerk at 870-460-6250 to confirm the mailing address before you send a payment to the court that issued the citation.
Parking tickets are paid to the city or agency that issued them. Municipal and local ordinance tickets go to the city's district court.
Drew County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Drew County court records?
Use Search ARCourts to search by name or case number, or contact the Circuit Clerk at 870-460-6250.
Are Drew 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 870-460-6250 to confirm the case.
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 870-460-6250.
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 ticket.
How many cases are filed each year?
Drew County filings are not published separately. Arkansas statewide had 184,611 circuit filings and 942,381 district filings in CY 2024.
What is the most common case type?
Statewide, traffic violations are the largest district category with 283,636 filings in CY 2024, or 30.1% of district filings.
Is crime in Drew County rising or falling?
Violent and property offenses changed -5.0%, from 258 in 2024 to 245 in 2025, according to the Arkansas Crime Information Center.
Courts in the County
Arkansas 10th Judicial CircuitMore Info
| Address: | 210 South Main, Monticello, AR, 71655 |
| Phone Number: | 870-460-6200 |
| Website: | https://drewcounty.arkansas.gov/courts |
Drew County District CourtMore Info
| Address: | 107 E. Jackson Street, Monticello, AR, 71655 |
| Phone Number: | 870-367-4420 |
| Fax: | 870-460-9056 |
| Website: | https://www.arcourts.gov/directories/district-courts?field_name_value=&field_district_court_tid=317&field_congressional_district_tid=All&items_per_page=25 |
Useful Links
- Arkansas Judiciary - Offers comprehensive resources for accessing court records and legal information for all counties in Arkansas, including Drew County.
- Drew County Clerk - Provides official contact details and services for obtaining public records, marriage licenses, and other legal documents.
- Drew County Circuit Clerk - Find information about court filings, records, and proceedings in Drew County Circuit Court, Arkansas.
- Drew County District Court - Access information on local district court operations, including traffic tickets and small claims proceedings.
- CourtConnect - A centralized platform for searching public court records from Arkansas state courts, enhancing accessibility and legal research.
- Arkansas Hot Check Amnesty Program - Information on resolving bounce check disputes and participating in the amnesty program for financial disputes in Arkansas.
- Drew County Demographics and Statistics - Obtain relevant statistical data about Drew County, Arkansas, for insightful research and analysis purposes.
- FindLaw Family Law Center - Find comprehensive legal information regarding family law including divorce, custody, and adoptions specific to Arkansas.
- Arkansas Department of Human Services - Access child support services, welfare programs, and guidance on public assistance offered in Drew County and beyond.
- Arkansas Court Self-Help - Resources to help individuals represent themselves in court proceedings, with guidelines and forms available for Arkansas legal matters.
- United States Courts - Nationwide resource providing detailed explanation of court system operations, procedures, and available public records including local forums.
- USA.gov Courts Information - Gateway to various court resources across the United States, including Arkansas state and federal courts.
- Drew County Public Records (NETROnline) - A guide and access point to Drew County public records, offering a bridge to various government data.
- United States Attorney for the Western District of Arkansas - Federal legal enforcement and public safety initiatives covering Drew County, with relevant news and case updates.
- Directory of Federal Court Records and Publications - National resource providing access to federal court documentations and information, inclusive of Arkansas regional data.
- ACLU of Arkansas Legal Assistance - Civil liberties-focused legal resources and support for individuals facing rights challenges across Arkansas, including Drew County.
- Arkansas Legal Services Partnership - Dedicated to providing free legal aid and resources to economically disadvantaged residents of Arkansas, including Drew County.
- Arkansas Nonprofit Legal Resource Center - Offers legal information relevant to non-profit organizations in Arkansas for regulatory compliance and legal structuring.
- University of Arkansas School of Law - Source for legal education, continuing education workshops, and law resources on a broad spectrum of issues concerning Arkansas.
- National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers - Arkansas - Resource for criminal defense lawyers with ongoing legal developments and advocacy information pertinent to Drew County.
Table of Contents
- Drew County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Drew County Court Records
- Drew County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Drew County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Drew County?
- How Does Drew County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
- Drew County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Drew County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Drew County?
- Are Drew County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Drew County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Drew County
- Drew County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links