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The Perry County Circuit Court, part of the Sixth Judicial Circuit, handles felonies, civil cases, domestic relations, juvenile matters, and probate, while the District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic, small claims, local ordinance cases, and civil matters.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Circuit Court of Perry County (Sixth Judicial Circuit) |
| Main Address | P.O. Box 358, Perryville, AR 72126 |
| Main Phone | 501-889-5126 (Circuit Clerk) |
| Website | arcourts.gov |
| Judicial Officers | 17 circuit judges: Leon Johnson (Division 1), Lucas Rowan (Division 2), Cathleen Compton (Division 3), Hugh Finkelstein (Division 4), LaTonya Austin-Honorable (Division 5), Tim Fox (Division 6), Melanie Martin (Division 7), Tjuana Byrd Manning (Division 8), Andy Gill (Division 9), Shanice Johnson (Division 10), Patricia James (Division 11), Cara Connors (Division 12), Mike Reif (Division 13), Shawn Johnson (Division 14), Amy Dunn Moore (Division 15), Karen Whatley (Division 16), Brent Eubanks (Division 17) |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Perryville) |
| Handles | Felonies, civil cases, domestic relations, juvenile matters, and probate 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 citing city or agency); appeals (Arkansas Court of Appeals or Arkansas Supreme Court) |
| Online Case Search | Search ARCourts |
| Criminal Records Requests | Circuit Clerk, P.O. Box 358, Perryville, AR 72126, 501-889-5126 |
| Pay Traffic Tickets Online | pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates |
How to Search Perry County Court Records
Have the full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search for Perry County court records.
Online
Go to Search ARCourts to look up circuit and district court cases.
Search by name or case number, then open the case details.
Review the case status and docket entries shown.
Best for: Quick case status lookups
In Person
Go to the Circuit Clerk, P.O. Box 358, Perryville, AR 72126.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk for records that are not available online.
Best for: Records and copies not online
By Mail
Send a written request to the Circuit Clerk at P.O. Box 358, Perryville, AR 72126.
Include the case number, party names, and your return address.
Call 501-889-5126 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 at once without a case number.
Treat results as leads, not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Perry County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
Perry County is in the Sixth Judicial Circuit, which has 17 circuit judges and is served by Circuit Clerk Renee Rainey. County-level filing counts are not published in a downloadable form, so these figures are Arkansas statewide circuit court totals for CY 2024.
184,611
Circuit filings, Arkansas statewide, CY 2024
180,614
Circuit dispositions, Arkansas statewide, CY 2024
942,381
District filings, Arkansas statewide, CY 2024
97.8%
Circuit clearance rate (dispositions divided by filings), CY 2024
| Case Type | Filings CY 2024 (Arkansas statewide) | Dispositions CY 2024 (Arkansas statewide) | 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 | 184,611 | 180,614 | 97.8% | 100.0% |
How Have Court Filings Changed in Perry 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.
| 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% |
| Probate | 19,352 | 21,121 | +9.1% |
| Juvenile | 14,566 | 17,094 | +17.4% |
| Total | 158,442 | 184,611 | +16.5% |
Total circuit filings rose 16.5% from 158,442 in CY 2021 to 184,611 in CY 2024, and circuit dispositions rose 33.6% over the same period. Civil filings grew fastest at +64.5%, while criminal filings fell 4.7%, the only decline among the five circuit case types. These are statewide totals, so they describe all Arkansas circuit courts rather than Perry County alone.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Perry County?
Statewide, civil cases are the largest circuit category at 29.7% of 184,611 circuit filings in CY 2024, and traffic violations are the largest district category at 30.1% of 942,381 district filings.
| Case Type (Circuit, Arkansas statewide) | Filings CY 2024 | Share of Total |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 184,611 | 100.0% |
| Case Type (District, Arkansas statewide) | Filings CY 2024 | Share of District Total |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic violations | 283,636 | 30.1% |
| Traffic misdemeanors | 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% |
| Total district filings | 942,381 | 100.0% |
From CY 2021 to CY 2024, civil filings grew fastest at +64.5%, while criminal filings fell 4.7%, the only decline.
How Does Perry County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
County court data is not published in a downloadable form at the county level, so this comparison uses 2025 reported crime rates per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies. Arkansas figures are statewide totals for all reporting agencies.
| Metric | Perry County | Arkansas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime rate per 100K | ~526.8 | ~546.3 | 3.6% below state |
| Property crime rate per 100K | ~1,233.0 | ~1,962.1 | 37.2% below state |
| Homicide rate per 100K | ~0.0 | ~6.5 | 100.0% below state |
| Rape rate per 100K | ~44.8 | ~74.1 | 39.5% below state |
| Robbery rate per 100K | ~22.4 | ~31.7 | 29.3% below state |
| Aggravated assault rate per 100K | ~459.6 | ~434.0 | 5.9% above state |
| Burglary rate per 100K | ~156.9 | ~281.8 | 44.3% below state |
| Larceny-theft rate per 100K | ~952.8 | ~1,539.9 | 38.1% below state |
| Motor vehicle theft rate per 100K | ~123.3 | ~140.4 | 12.2% below state |
Perry County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures cover offenses reported by all agencies in Perry County, mainly Perry County SO, as published by the Arkansas Crime Information Center. Total reported crimes rose 8.3%, from 145 in 2024 to 157 in 2025. Figures marked with ~ are estimates based on the other years shown for this county.
47
Violent crimes reported in 2025 by all county agencies
110
Property crimes reported in 2025 by all county agencies
~526.8
Violent crime rate per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies
+8.3%
Change in total reported crimes vs 2024 (145 to 157)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 0 | ~0.0 | 0 | ~+45.2% |
| Rape | 4 | ~44.8 | 2 | +100.0% |
| Robbery | 2 | ~22.4 | 1 | +100.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 41 | ~459.6 | 22 | +86.4% |
| Violent crimes total | 47 | ~526.8 | 25 | +88.0% |
| Burglary | 14 | ~156.9 | 22 | -36.4% |
| Larceny-theft | 85 | ~952.8 | 90 | -5.6% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 11 | ~123.3 | 8 | +37.5% |
| Property crimes total | 110 | ~1,233.0 | 120 | -8.3% |
Perry County's violent crime rate of ~526.8 per 100K is below the Arkansas rate of ~546.3, and its property crime rate of ~1,233.0 is below the state rate of ~1,962.1.
Perry County Courthouse Locations
Perry County has 1 listed courthouse location, in Perryville. Check your notice or ticket for the assigned courthouse before you go. Official listings are in the circuit clerk directory and the district court directory.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Circuit Clerk, County Judge and County Clerk offices | P.O. Box 358, Perryville, AR 72126 | 501-889-5126 (Circuit Clerk, County Clerk); 501-889-5128 (County Judge) | Circuit Clerk; County Judge; County Clerk |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Perry County?
In Perry County, most cases start in Circuit Court or District Court, and the type of charge or claim decides which one hears it.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | District Court, traffic | Pay or resolve the ticket through the court that issued it; pay.arcourts.gov lists online payment where the court participates. |
| Parking ticket | The city or agency that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are not handled by the court. |
| Misdemeanor | District Court, criminal | Misdemeanors are heard in District Court; call the Circuit Clerk at 501-889-5126 with case questions. |
| Felony | Circuit Court, criminal | Felonies are tried in Circuit Court; the Circuit Clerk can be reached at 501-889-5126. |
| DUI | District Court or Circuit Court | Misdemeanor DUI goes to District Court and felony DUI goes to Circuit Court, so check the charge on your paperwork. |
| Domestic violence | District Court or Circuit Court | Criminal charges follow the misdemeanor or felony route; ask the Circuit Clerk at 501-889-5126 about protection order filings. |
| Civil lawsuit | Circuit Court or District Court | Civil claims are heard in District Court or Circuit Court depending on the case; confirm with the Circuit Clerk at 501-889-5126. |
| Small claims | District Court | Small claims are heard in District Court; confirm filing details with the Circuit Clerk at 501-889-5126. |
| Eviction | District Court | Eviction cases 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 | Custody and support cases are heard in Circuit Court. |
| Probate or estate | Circuit Court, Probate | Probate matters are handled 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 from circuit and district court decisions go to the appellate courts. |
Are Perry County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Perry County court records are public, with exceptions set by Arkansas law. Under the Arkansas Supreme Court's Administrative Order 19 (Access to Court Records), the public may inspect most court records, but juvenile, sealed, and confidential records are restricted.
Public records
Most circuit and district case files, including dockets, filings, and orders, are open to the public at the Circuit Clerk's Office. The clerk can confirm which records are available for a specific case.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile records, sealed records, and records made confidential by law or court order are restricted. The clerk can explain what applies to a specific case.
Online access
Search case information at Search ARCourts (CourtConnect). Online results show case information, not every document, and juvenile, sealed, and confidential records are not available through this search.
In-person access
Visit the Circuit Clerk at P.O. Box 358, Perryville, AR 72126 to view or request records. Call 501-889-5126 to confirm which office holds your case.
Fees
Ask the Circuit Clerk at 501-889-5126 about any fees for copies before you request records.
How to Search Perry County Court Records Online
Use the official Arkansas court portals to search Perry 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.arcourts.gov for traffic tickets where the court participates.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case status and parties shown in the case details.
- Contact the Circuit Clerk at 501-889-5126 to request documents that are not available online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | Search ARCourts | Case information and docket details | Documents may need a request to 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 and parties | Restricted or confidential filings are not available online. |
| Small claims | Search ARCourts | Case information and parties | Documents may need a request to the Circuit Clerk. |
| Family law | Search ARCourts | Case information for domestic relations cases | Confidential details are restricted. |
| Probate | Ask the Circuit Clerk at 501-889-5126 | Probate file information through the clerk | Confirm whether the file is available online before you search. |
| Juvenile | Contact the Circuit Clerk at 501-889-5126 | Limited case information through the clerk | Juvenile records are restricted and are not in the online search. |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Perry County
Traffic citations, criminal fines, and parking tickets are paid in different ways, so confirm where to pay before you send money.
- Online: Pay traffic tickets at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates.
- In person: Pay at the court that issued the citation, such as the Circuit Clerk at P.O. Box 358, Perryville, AR 72126. Call 501-889-5126 to confirm where to pay.
- By mail: Mail payment to the court that issued the citation. Call 501-889-5126 to confirm the mailing address before you send anything.
Parking tickets are paid to the city or agency that issued them, not to the court. Municipal and local ordinance tickets go to the city's district court.
Perry County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Perry County court records?
Use Search ARCourts to look up cases by name or case number, or visit the Circuit Clerk at P.O. Box 358, Perryville, AR 72126.
Are Perry 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 501-889-5126 for help.
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 501-889-5126.
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 per year?
County filing counts are not published in a downloadable form. Statewide, Arkansas circuit courts recorded 184,611 filings in CY 2024, and district courts recorded 942,381.
What is the most common type of case?
Traffic violations are the most common district category statewide, with 283,636 filings or 30.1% of CY 2024 district filings.
Is crime in Perry County rising or falling?
Reported crimes rose 8.3% in 2025, from 145 in 2024 to 157, according to the Arkansas Crime Information Center.
Courts in the County
Perry County District CourtMore Info
| Address: | P.O. Box 186, Perryville, AR, 72126 |
| Phone Number: | 501-889-5296 |
| Fax: | 501-889-5835 |
| Website: | https://www.arcourts.gov/directories/district-courts?field_name_value=&field_district_court_tid=434&field_congressional_district_tid=All&items_per_page=25 |
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Table of Contents
- Perry County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Perry County Court Records
- Perry County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Perry County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Perry County?
- How Does Perry County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
- Perry County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Perry County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Perry County?
- Are Perry County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Perry County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Perry County
- Perry County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links