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The Yell County Circuit Court, in the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, hears felonies, civil, domestic relations, juvenile, and probate cases, while the District Court hears misdemeanors, traffic, local ordinance, small claims, and civil matters.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Name | Yell County Circuit Court (Fifteenth Judicial Circuit) and District Court |
| Main Address | P.O. Box 219, Danville, AR 72833 (Circuit Clerk) |
| Main Phone | 479-495-4850 (Circuit Clerk) |
| Website | arcourts.gov |
| Judicial Officers | 3 circuit judges: Hon. Jerry Don Ramey (Division 1), Hon. David McCormick (Division 2) and Hon. Terry Sullivan (Division 3) |
| Courthouse Locations | 1 (Danville) |
| 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 (the citing city or agency), and appeals (Arkansas Court of Appeals or Arkansas Supreme Court) |
| Online Case Search | Search ARCourts |
| Criminal Records Requests | Contact the Circuit Clerk at 479-495-4850 |
| Pay Traffic Tickets Online | pay.arcourts.gov (where the court participates) |
How to Search Yell County Court Records
Have the full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search Yell County court records.
Online
Go to caseinfo.arcourts.gov to search Arkansas court cases by name or case number.
Open the case to review its docket details.
Best for: Quick case lookups from home
In Person
Go to the Circuit Clerk at P.O. Box 219, Danville, AR 72833.
Bring the case number or party names if you have them.
Call 479-495-4850 to confirm which clerk handles your case.
Best for: Copies and records not found online
By Mail or Email
Send a written request to the Circuit Clerk, P.O. Box 219, Danville, AR 72833.
Include the case number, party names, and your return address.
Call 479-495-4850 before sending 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.
Results are leads, not official court records; confirm them with the clerk.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Yell County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
County-level filings are not published in a downloadable form, so this section uses Arkansas statewide trial court caseload for CY 2024. Yell County is in the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit, where 3 circuit judges serve and the Circuit Clerk is in Danville.
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%
Statewide circuit clearance rate (dispositions divided by filings)
| Case Type | CY 2024 Filings (Arkansas statewide) | 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 Yell County?
Statewide circuit filings rose 16.5% from CY 2021 to CY 2024, and Yell County's Fifteenth Judicial Circuit is part of that statewide total.
| 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% |
| Probate | 19,352 | 21,121 | +9.1% |
| Juvenile | 14,566 | 17,094 | +17.4% |
| Total circuit | 158,442 | 184,611 | +16.5% |
Statewide circuit filings went from 158,442 in CY 2021 to 184,611 in CY 2024, a change of 16.5%. CY 2021 figures come from the 2021 annual report. Civil filings rose the most, up 64.5%, while criminal filings fell 4.7%, the only decline. Domestic relations, juvenile, and probate filings also increased, by 6.4%, 17.4%, and 9.1%.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Yell County?
Statewide, civil cases were the largest circuit category in CY 2024 at 29.7% of 184,611 filings, and traffic violations were the largest district category at 30.1% of 942,381 filings.
Circuit Court
| Case Type | CY 2024 Filings (Arkansas statewide) | 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 Court
| Case Type | CY 2024 Filings (Arkansas statewide) | 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% |
From CY 2021 to CY 2024, civil filings grew fastest at 64.5%, and criminal filings fell 4.7%, the only decline.
How Does Yell County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
Court filings are not published at the county level, so this comparison uses 2025 reported crime for Yell County against all Arkansas reporting agencies, expressed as rates per 100K residents covered.
| Metric | Yell County | Arkansas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime rate per 100K | ~396.9 | ~546.3 | 27.4% below state |
| Property crime rate per 100K | ~332.4 | ~1,962.1 | 83.1% below state |
| Murder rate per 100K | ~19.8 | ~6.5 | 206.7% above state |
| Rape rate per 100K | ~69.5 | ~74.1 | 6.3% below state |
| Robbery rate per 100K | ~9.9 | ~31.7 | 68.7% below state |
| Aggravated assault rate per 100K | ~297.7 | ~434.0 | 31.4% below state |
| Burglary rate per 100K | ~94.3 | ~281.8 | 66.5% below state |
| Larceny-theft rate per 100K | ~193.5 | ~1,539.9 | 87.4% below state |
| Motor vehicle theft rate per 100K | ~44.7 | ~140.4 | 68.2% below state |
Yell County's violent crime rate is 27.4% below the statewide rate, and its property crime rate is 83.1% below the statewide rate. Rates use counts from agencies reporting in the county and statewide totals from all reporting agencies, so they reflect reported offenses only.
Yell County Crime Statistics (2025)
These figures cover offenses reported by all law enforcement agencies in Yell County, including Yell County SO, Dardanelle PD and Danville PD, as published by the Arkansas Crime Information Center. Total reported violent and property crimes fell 16.9% from 177 in 2024 to 147 in 2025.
80
Violent crimes in 2025 (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault)
67
Property crimes in 2025 (burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft)
~396.9
Violent crime rate per 100K residents covered by reporting agencies
-16.9%
Change in total reported violent and property crimes vs 2024
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K (residents covered) | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | ~19.8 | 1 | +300.0% |
| Rape | 14 | ~69.5 | 13 | +7.7% |
| Robbery | 2 | ~9.9 | 1 | +100.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 60 | ~297.7 | 56 | +7.1% |
| Violent crimes total | 80 | ~396.9 | 71 | +12.7% |
| Burglary | 19 | ~94.3 | 11 | +72.7% |
| Larceny-theft | 39 | ~193.5 | 88 | -55.7% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 9 | ~44.7 | 7 | +28.6% |
| Property crimes total | 67 | ~332.4 | 106 | -36.8% |
Yell County's violent crime rate of ~396.9 per 100K residents covered is 27.4% below the statewide rate of ~546.3, and its property crime rate of ~332.4 is 83.1% below the statewide rate of ~1,962.1.
Yell County Courthouse Locations
Yell County has 1 listed office location, all in Danville. Confirm which office handles your case before you go, and find the circuit clerk directory at arcourts.gov.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yell County Circuit Clerk, County Clerk and County Judge | P.O. Box 219, Danville, AR 72833 | 479-495-4850 (Circuit Clerk); 479-495-4860 (County Judge) | Circuit Clerk's office; County Judge's office; County Clerk's office |
Which Court Handles Your Case in Yell County?
Most Yell County matters start in the Circuit Court or District Court in Danville, and the Circuit Clerk keeps circuit court records.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | District Court | 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 the court. |
| Misdemeanor | District Court | District Court hears misdemeanors; contact the Circuit Clerk at 479-495-4850 for records. |
| Felony | Circuit Court | Circuit Court hears felonies; contact the Circuit Clerk at 479-495-4850. |
| DUI | District Court or Circuit Court | Misdemeanor DWI is heard in District Court and felony DWI in Circuit Court, so check the charge on your paperwork. |
| Domestic violence | Circuit Court or District Court | Criminal charges follow the misdemeanor or felony route; ask the Circuit Clerk at 479-495-4850 about protection orders. |
| Civil lawsuit | Circuit Court | Circuit Court hears civil cases, and District Court also hears some civil matters. |
| Small claims | District Court | District Court hears small claims; contact the court clerk for filing details. |
| Eviction | District Court | District Court handles civil matters, including eviction (unlawful detainer) cases. |
| Divorce | Circuit Court, Domestic Relations | Divorce cases are heard in the domestic relations division of Circuit Court. |
| Child custody or support | Circuit Court, Domestic Relations | Custody and support cases are heard in the domestic relations division of Circuit Court. |
| Probate or estate | Circuit Court, Probate | Probate matters are heard in Circuit Court; contact the Circuit Clerk at 479-495-4850. |
| 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 courts are heard by the state appellate courts. |
Are Yell County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Yell County court records are public, with exceptions. Under Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order 19 (Access to Court Records), the public may inspect most court records unless a law, rule, or court order restricts them.
Public records
Most case files in the circuit and district courts are open, including dockets, filings, and orders, subject to the exceptions in Administrative Order 19.
Restricted or confidential records
Juvenile, sealed, and confidential records are restricted under Administrative Order 19. Do not assume a sealed record can be viewed without a court order.
Online access
Search case information at caseinfo.arcourts.gov. Online results show case information rather than every document, so some records must be requested from the Circuit Clerk.
In-person access
Visit the Circuit Clerk at P.O. Box 219, Danville, AR 72833, or call 479-495-4850 to confirm which office holds your case.
Fees
Fee amounts are not listed here. Ask the Circuit Clerk at 479-495-4850 before requesting copies.
How to Search Yell County Court Records Online
Use the official Arkansas case search to look up Yell 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 ARCourts case search to search Arkansas court cases.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case details, parties, and scheduled dates shown.
- Contact the Circuit Clerk at 479-495-4850 to request records that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You Will Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | ARCourts case search | Case information and docket entries | Restricted or sealed records are not shown |
| Traffic | ARCourts case search; pay at pay.arcourts.gov | Case information | Payment is separate from record search |
| Civil | ARCourts case search | Case information and docket entries | Restricted records are not shown |
| Small claims | ARCourts case search | Case information and docket entries | Restricted records are not shown |
| Family law | ARCourts case search | Case information for domestic relations cases | Confidential details are restricted |
| Probate | Circuit Clerk, 479-495-4850 | Probate case information through the clerk | Not all records are online |
| Juvenile | Circuit Clerk, 479-495-4850 | Information available only through the clerk | Juvenile records are restricted |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Yell County
Traffic tickets issued in Yell County can be paid online where the court participates, or through the court that issued the citation.
- Online: Pay traffic tickets at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates.
- By mail: Contact the court that issued the citation to confirm its mailing address. The Circuit Clerk for Yell County is at P.O. Box 219, Danville, AR 72833, phone 479-495-4850.
- In person: Visit the court that issued the citation to ask about payment. The Circuit Clerk in Danville is at P.O. Box 219, Danville, AR 72833, phone 479-495-4850.
Parking tickets are handled by the city or agency that issued them, not by the court. Municipal and local ordinance tickets go to the city's District Court.
Yell County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Yell County court records?
Use ARCourts case search to look up cases by name or case number, or visit the Circuit Clerk at P.O. Box 219, Danville, AR 72833.
Are Yell 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 on ARCourts case search, or call the Circuit Clerk at 479-495-4850.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket or notice, search the case on ARCourts case search, or call the Circuit Clerk at 479-495-4850.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Pay online at pay.arcourts.gov where the court participates, or contact the court that issued the citation.
How many cases are filed per year?
County-level filings are not published in a downloadable form. Statewide, Arkansas circuit courts recorded 184,611 filings and district courts recorded 942,381 in CY 2024.
What is the most common type of case?
Statewide in CY 2024, civil cases were the largest circuit category at 54,807 filings (29.7%), and traffic violations were the largest district category at 283,636 (30.1%).
Is crime in Yell County rising or falling?
Reported violent and property crimes fell 16.9% in 2025 to 147 from 177 in 2024.
Courts in the County
Arkansas 15th Judicial CircuitMore Info
| Address: | 101 E 5th Street, Danville, AR, 72833 |
| Phone Number: | 479-495-4850 |
| Fax: | 479-229-4858 |
| Website: | https://yellcounty.net/government/countyjudge.htm |
Yell County District Court - Nothern DistrictMore Info
| Address: | 2802 W. Main Street, Russellville, AR, 72801 |
| Phone Number: | 479-968-4853 |
| Fax: | 479-967-3556 |
| Website: | https://www.arcourts.gov/directories/district-courts?field_name_value=&field_district_court_tid=529&field_congressional_district_tid=All&items_per_page=25 |
Yell County District Court - Southern DistrictMore Info
| Address: | 145 Diemer Bluff Drive, Plainview, AR, 72857 |
| Phone Number: | 501-607-2676 |
| Fax: | 479-229-5740 |
Useful Links
- Official Site of the Arkansas Judiciary - Access various Arkansas court services including dockets, case information, and court rules.
- Yell County, Arkansas - Official Website - Provides local government and county resources, including contact information and services offered by Yell County.
- CourtConnect - Case Information Search - Online access for public to search for Arkansas court cases by name, case number, or other criteria.
- Yell County Sheriff's Office - Offers information on detentions, inmate records, and public safety services in Yell County.
- Eastern District of Arkansas | United States Marshals Service - Federal law enforcement agency resources serving the Eastern District of Arkansas.
- Center for Arkansas Legal Services - Offers free legal help to low-income people in Yell County and across Arkansas.
- Arkansas Legal Services Online - Provides legal resources, forms, and self-help guidance for various legal issues in Arkansas.
- Court Reference: Arkansas Court Information - A comprehensive directory for court contacts and locations within the state of Arkansas.
- Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration - Adjudication - Provides information on administrative adjudication hearings for civil penalties in Arkansas.
- Arkansas Department of Emergency Management - State-level resources for emergency management, critical within the context of court and legal system preparedness.
- United States Courts - Official site of the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts with federal court information and services.
- IRS Criminal Investigation - Provides details on criminal investigations, relevant to court records and services in financial crime cases.
- U.S. Attorney's Office - Eastern District of Arkansas - Offers resources and services related to federal cases in the Eastern District of Arkansas.
- Arkansas Law Libraries Listing - Directory of law libraries throughout Arkansas for legal research and court records access.
- Arkansas Court Records - FamilySearch - Guide to finding court records in Arkansas for genealogical and public information purposes.
- National Consumer Law Center - Offers valuable legal resources and tools to protect consumer rights, with relevance to state and local courts.
- Arkansas Law Help - Provides self-help legal information and statewide resources for understanding court processes and obtaining legal assistance.
- Arkansas Crime Information Center - Facilitates access to criminal justice information and public records across the state of Arkansas.
- CourtRecords.org - Arkansas Court Records - Platform offering guidance on how to access and use court records within Arkansas.
- Annual Review of Law and Social Science - Offers scholarly insights into legal system trends, including court records and public access issues.
Table of Contents
- Yell County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Yell County Court Records
- Yell County Court Statistics (CY 2024)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Yell County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Yell County?
- How Does Yell County Compare With Arkansas Overall?
- Yell County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Yell County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Yell County?
- Are Yell County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Yell County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Yell County
- Yell County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links