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The Grant County Circuit Court, in the Seventh Judicial Circuit, hears felonies, civil, domestic relations, juvenile, and probate cases. District courts hear misdemeanors, traffic, local ordinance, small claims, and civil matters.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Grant County Circuit Court (Seventh Judicial Circuit) |
| Main Address | 103 W. Center, Room 106, Sheridan, AR 72150 |
| Main Phone | 870-942-2631 |
| Website | arcourts.gov |
| Judicial Officers | 2 circuit judges: Margaret Dobson, Stephen Shirron |
| Courthouse Locations | 2 (Sheridan) |
| Handles | Circuit Court: felonies, civil, domestic relations, juvenile, and probate. District Court: misdemeanors, traffic, local ordinance, small claims, and civil matters. |
| Does NOT Handle | Federal cases (U.S. District Court for Arkansas), parking tickets (the citing city or agency), and appeals (Arkansas Court of Appeals or Arkansas Supreme Court). |
| Online Case Search | Search ARCourts |
| Criminal Records Requests | Circuit Clerk, 870-942-2631 |
| Pay Traffic Tickets Online | pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates |
How to Search Grant County Court Records
Have the full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search. Grant County circuit court records are kept by the Circuit Clerk in Sheridan.
Online
Go to Search ARCourts to look up circuit court cases.
Search by name or case number.
Review the docket for case status and parties.
Best for: Quick case status and docket lookups
In Person
Go to 103 W. Center, Room 106, Sheridan, AR 72150.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Call 870-942-2631 to confirm the records you need.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Mail
Send requests to the Circuit Clerk, 103 W. Center, Room 106, Sheridan, AR 72150.
Include the case number, party names, and a return address.
Call 870-942-2631 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 a case number.
Confirm results in the official court portal, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Grant County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Grant County's circuit cases are heard in the Seventh Judicial Circuit, which has 2 circuit judges. County-level filings are not published in downloadable form, so the figures below are Arkansas statewide circuit and district court totals for CY 2024.
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)
The table shows Arkansas statewide circuit court caseload by case type for CY 2024.
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 (Arkansas statewide) | Dispositions CY 2024 (Arkansas statewide) | Clearance Rate | Share of Circuit 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) | 184,611 | 180,614 | 97.8% | 100.0% |
How Have Court Filings Changed in Grant County?
Arkansas statewide circuit court filings are compared below for CY 2021 and CY 2024, with the CY 2021 figures taken from the 2021 annual report.
| Case Type | CY 2021 Filings (Arkansas statewide) | CY 2024 Filings (Arkansas statewide) | 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) | 158,442 | 184,611 | +16.5% |
Statewide circuit filings rose from 158,442 in CY 2021 to 184,611 in CY 2024, an increase of 16.5%. The largest change was in civil filings, which rose from 33,320 to 54,807 (+64.5%), adding 21,487 cases. Criminal filings were the only category that fell, down 4.7%, while domestic relations, juvenile, and probate filings all grew.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Grant County?
Civil cases are the largest Arkansas statewide circuit court category in CY 2024 at 29.7% of filings, while traffic violations are the largest district court category at 30.1% of district filings.
Circuit court (Arkansas statewide, CY 2024)
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | 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% |
District court (Arkansas statewide, CY 2024)
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 | Share of District Total |
|---|---|---|
| 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% |
From CY 2021 to CY 2024, civil circuit filings grew fastest at +64.5%, while criminal circuit filings were the only category to fall, at -4.7%.
How Does Grant County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
Court filings for Grant County are not published in downloadable form, so this comparison uses 2025 reported crime data. Rates are per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies.
| Metric | Grant County | Arkansas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime rate per 100K | ~176.3 | ~546.3 | 68% below state |
| Property crime rate per 100K | ~929.5 | ~1,962.1 | 53% below state |
| Murder per 100K | ~10.7 | ~6.5 | 65% above state |
| Rape per 100K | ~32.1 | ~74.1 | 57% below state |
| Robbery per 100K | ~0.0 | ~31.7 | 100% below state |
| Aggravated assault per 100K | ~133.5 | ~434.0 | 69% below state |
| Burglary per 100K | ~144.2 | ~281.8 | 49% below state |
| Larceny-theft per 100K | ~705.1 | ~1,539.9 | 54% below state |
| Motor vehicle theft per 100K | ~80.1 | ~140.4 | 43% below state |
Grant County's violent crime rate is below the Arkansas rate, and its property crime rate is below the state rate. Rates for offenses with small counts can change a lot from year to year.
Grant County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures cover offenses reported by all law enforcement agencies in Grant County, including the Grant County Sheriff's Office and the Sheridan Police Department. Violent and property crimes fell 25.3% in 2025, from 277 in 2024 to 207. Figures marked with ~ are estimates based on the other years shown for this county.
33
Violent crimes reported in 2025
174
Property crimes reported in 2025
~176.3
Violent crime rate per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies
-25.3%
Change in violent and property crimes vs 2024 (277)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K (2025) | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | ~10.7 | 0 | ~-35.5% |
| Rape | 6 | ~32.1 | 14 | -57.1% |
| Robbery | 0 | ~0.0 | 1 | -100.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 25 | ~133.5 | 59 | -57.6% |
| Violent crimes total | 33 | ~176.3 | 74 | -55.4% |
| Burglary | 27 | ~144.2 | 43 | -37.2% |
| Larceny-theft | 132 | ~705.1 | 150 | -12.0% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 15 | ~80.1 | 10 | +50.0% |
| Property crimes total | 174 | ~929.5 | 203 | -14.3% |
Grant County's 2025 violent crime rate of ~176.3 per 100K and property crime rate of ~929.5 per 100K are below and below the Arkansas reporting-agency rates of ~546.3 and ~1,962.1.
Grant County Courthouse Locations
Grant County's circuit clerk and county offices are listed at two addresses in Sheridan. Check your notice or paperwork for the office assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circuit Clerk (Sheridan) | 103 W. Center, Room 106, Sheridan, AR 72150 | 870-942-2631 | Circuit Clerk |
| County Judge and County Clerk (Sheridan) | 101 West Center Street, Sheridan, AR 72150 (County Judge Room 101; County Clerk Room 106) | County Judge 870-942-2551; County Clerk 870-942-2631 | County Judge (Room 101); County Clerk (Room 106) |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Grant County?
Most local matters start in the Circuit Court or District Court of Grant County, and federal cases go to the U.S. District Court for Arkansas.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | District Court | Traffic citations are heard in District Court, and you can pay online at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates. |
| Parking ticket | The citing city or agency | Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by the court. |
| Misdemeanor | District Court | District Court hears misdemeanors; find your local court in the district court directory. |
| Felony | Circuit Court | Circuit Court hears felonies; the Circuit Clerk is at 870-942-2631. |
| DUI | District Court or Circuit Court | The charge decides the court, so check the charge on your paperwork. |
| Domestic violence | Circuit Court or District Court | The charge and the type of order decide the court, so ask the Circuit Clerk. |
| Civil lawsuit | Circuit Court or District Court | Circuit Court hears civil cases, and District Court also hears civil matters. |
| Small claims | District Court | Small claims are heard in District Court. |
| Eviction | District Court | Eviction cases are civil matters heard in District Court. |
| Divorce | Circuit Court (domestic relations) | Divorce is a domestic relations case heard in Circuit Court. |
| Child custody or support | Circuit Court (domestic relations) | Custody and support are domestic relations matters heard in Circuit Court. |
| Probate or estate | Circuit Court (probate) | Probate matters are heard in Circuit Court; contact the Circuit Clerk at 870-942-2631. |
| Juvenile case | Circuit Court (juvenile) | Juvenile matters are heard in Circuit Court and are restricted. |
| Appeal | Arkansas Court of Appeals or Arkansas Supreme Court | Appeals from circuit and district courts go to the appellate courts, not to the county clerk. |
Are Grant County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Grant County court records are public, with exceptions for juvenile, sealed, and confidential records under Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order 19 (Access to Court Records).
Public records
Most case files in the circuit and district courts are open to the public under Administrative Order 19. Not every document is available online, so some files must be requested from the clerk.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, and confidential records are restricted and are not available through the public search portal. Access to these records depends on the court rules and any court order.
Online access
Search case information through Search ARCourts. Restricted and sealed cases are not shown in the results, and traffic ticket payments are made at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates.
In-person access
Visit the Circuit Clerk at 103 W. Center, Room 106, Sheridan, to view or request records. Call 870-942-2631 to confirm which records the clerk keeps for your case.
How to Search Grant County Court Records Online
Use the official Arkansas court search to find Grant 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, or juvenile.
- Open Search ARCourts for circuit court 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 870-942-2631 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 | Case status for traffic citations | Payment is separate from record search |
| Civil | Search ARCourts | Case information and parties | Sealed or restricted filings are not shown |
| Small claims | Search ARCourts; check the district court directory | Case information and parties | Confirm which court heard the claim |
| Family law | Search ARCourts | Case information for domestic relations cases | Confidential details are restricted |
| Probate | Circuit Clerk, 870-942-2631 | Probate file information through the clerk | Confirm with the clerk whether the file is online |
| Juvenile | Circuit Clerk, 870-942-2631 | Limited information through the clerk | Juvenile records are restricted and are not in the public portal |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Grant County
Grant County traffic citations, criminal fines, and parking tickets are paid in different ways, so confirm where your citation was issued before you pay.
- Online: Pay traffic citations at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates.
- In person or by mail: Pay at the court that issued the citation. Contact the Circuit Clerk at 870-942-2631 to confirm how to pay criminal fines and other court costs.
Parking tickets are handled by the city or agency that issued them, not by the court, and municipal and local ordinance tickets go to the city's district court.
Grant County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Grant County court records?
Use Search ARCourts to look up cases by name or case number, or visit the Circuit Clerk in Sheridan.
Are Grant County court records public?
Yes, most are 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 870-942-2631.
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 870-942-2631.
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 each year?
Arkansas circuit courts recorded 184,611 filings and district courts 942,381 statewide in CY 2024; county-level filings are not published.
What is the most common case type?
Statewide, traffic violations were the largest district court category at 283,636 filings, or 30.1% of CY 2024 district filings.
Is crime in the county rising or falling?
Violent and property crimes fell 25.3% in 2025, from 277 in 2024 to 207.
Useful Links
- Arkansas Judiciary - Official Site: Access information about courts in Arkansas including Grant County, case search, eFiling, and updates from the Arkansas Judiciary.
- CourtConnect - Public Access to Court Case Information: Search and view court case information for Grant County via the Arkansas CourtConnect service providing public access to court records.
- Arkansas Circuit Clerks Directory: Find contact information for the Grant County Circuit Clerk for records requests, filing purposes, and other legal services.
- Arkansas Judiciary - Open Records Requests: Learn how to make open records requests to the courts in Arkansas, including Grant County, for public documents.
- Center for Arkansas Legal Services - Free Legal Help: Provides free legal information and resources for Arkansans, including those in Grant County, facing civil legal issues.
- Arkansas Circuit Court Forms: Access a range of forms for various legal proceedings in Grant County courts provided by the Arkansas Judiciary.
- Arkansas Public Defender Commission: Information on public defense services available in Grant County, including legal representation details for indigent defendants in the state.
- Domestic Violence Resources - Arkansas Courts: Find training and resources addressing domestic violence, available to courts and the public in Grant County and beyond.
- United States Courts - Federal Judiciary: Offers access to information on federal courts in Arkansas including Grant County-related legal federal matters.
- U.S. Attorney’s Office - Eastern District of Arkansas: Provides information about federal criminal prosecution, legal resources, and grant programs applicable to Grant County.
- Grant County, Arkansas - Tax Collector: Find contact details and services provided by Grant County's Tax Collector, including public records related to property taxes.
- Grant County - Real Estate Payments: Information and services for paying real estate taxes in Grant County; includes records and balance details.
- National Association of Counties - County Grant Programs: Discover national grant programs and funding opportunities impacting counties, including insights into Grant County initiatives.
- Arkansas Crime Information Center - Crime Statistics: Access crime statistics and public records concerning crime in Grant County through the Arkansas Crime Information Center's database.
- Architect of the Capitol - Courts: Educational resources about federal court buildings and spaces; offers a federal context useful for understanding Grant County's role.
- Illinois Department of Corrections - General Information: Provides context on correctional systems which can be useful when considering state vs. county correction practices including Grant County.
- U.S. Marshals Service - Eastern District of Arkansas: Offers jurisdiction information and services provided by the U.S. Marshals, impacting enforcement in Grant County.
- VINE - Victim Information Notification Everyday: A resource for victim notification services in Arkansas including Grant County for updates on offenders' custody status.
- Federal Judicial Center - Research and Education: Provides research and education about federal courts which may influence understanding of local procedures including Grant County.
- Pepperdine Caruso School of Law - Straus Institute: While nationally oriented, offers resources for dispute resolution education applicable to law practitioners in Grant County.
Table of Contents
- Grant County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Grant County Court Records
- Grant County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Grant County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Grant County?
- How Does Grant County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
- Grant County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Grant County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Grant County?
- Are Grant County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Grant County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Grant County
- Grant County Court Records FAQ
- Useful Links