Little Rock Public Records
Public records in Little Rock are held across several city and county offices in Pulaski County, Arkansas. The city clerk, police department, district courts, and Pulaski County agencies each maintain separate sets of documents. This page covers how to search or request court records, police reports, FOIA documents, and other official files in Little Rock. Free statewide tools are available, and most city offices accept requests in person, by email, or by mail.
Little Rock Records Overview
Little Rock City Clerk Records
The Little Rock City Clerk is at City Hall, 500 West Markham Street, Room 200, Little Rock, AR 72201. Phone: (501) 371-6803. City Clerk Allison Segars leads the office. Deputy City Clerk Shaqueena McDowell and Assistant City Clerk Tabitha Cooke also serve the public.
The City Clerk keeps all official city records. That includes motions, resolutions, and ordinances passed by the City Board of Directors. The office also holds the City Code, meeting minutes, Lobbyist Registration Forms, Statements of Financial Interest for City Officials, and land records such as Oakland and Fraternal Cemetery Record Books and deeds. Improvement District petitions and annexation petitions are filed here as well.
The screenshot below is from the Little Rock City Clerk's Office page, where you can find meeting agendas and links to official city records.
Meeting agendas dating back to 2015 are available online. The City Clerk also certifies copies of official records for use in court or legal proceedings and keeps the City Seal.
FOIA Requests in Little Rock
Little Rock has a dedicated FOIA Division within the City Attorney's Office. Chief Deputy City Attorney Alex Betton leads that division. You can submit requests in person, by phone, by email to FOIA@LittleRock.gov, by fax, or by mail. Arkansas law requires a response within three business days for non-confidential records.
The city uses NextRequest software for processing public records requests. That system tracks requests and keeps a record of how each one was handled. Written requests are preferred and help make sure your request gets the right records.
The screenshot below is from the Little Rock FOIA procedures page, which explains how to submit requests and what to expect in return.
The Arkansas Freedom of Information Act under Code 25-19-105 sets the legal framework for all public records requests in the state. It covers what records are public, how long agencies have to respond, and what fees can be charged.
Little Rock Police Department Records
The Little Rock Police Department Records Division is at 615 W Markham St., Little Rock, AR 72201. Phone: (501) 371-4654. Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Police and accident reports are generally available eight hours after the report is taken. Report fees range from $5.00 to $10.00. You can request police reports online, in person, or by phone. Online incident report requests are handled through CopLogic. Online accident reports are available through LexisNexis BuyCrash.
The screenshot below is from the LRPD records and reports page, showing how to request police documents from the department.
Arrest records generated by Little Rock police are part of the public record under Arkansas FOIA. For statewide criminal history information, the Arkansas Crime Information Center (ACIC) maintains the central repository and handles background check requests through licensed providers.
Note: For state prison inmate records, the Arkansas Department of Corrections inmate search is free and available online.
Little Rock District Court Records
The Little Rock District Court, 2nd Division is at 600 W. Markham, Little Rock, AR 72201. Phone: 501-371-4733. Email: TrafficCourtContact@littlerock.gov. Judge Herbert T. Wright Jr. presides. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 3:45 PM.
This court handles traffic violations, misdemeanors, municipal code violations, and small claims up to $5,000. Case records from Little Rock's district courts are searchable through Arkansas CourtConnect, the free statewide court case portal. You can search by party name or case number at no cost.
The screenshot below shows the Little Rock District Court page with information on paying fines and how court cases are processed.
Online court payment options are available for eligible citations. Contact the court directly at 501-371-4733 to confirm payment eligibility before sending a check or paying online.
Pulaski County District Court
The Pulaski County District Court serves all of Pulaski County, including Little Rock. It is located at 3001 W. Roosevelt Rd, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204. Phone: 501-340-6824. Hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
This court has county-wide jurisdiction over misdemeanor cases, preliminary felony cases, civil cases under $25,000, and small claims up to $5,000. A certified records check costs $5.00. Court filings are accessible through Arkansas CourtConnect for most case types.
The screenshot below is from the Pulaski County District Court website, showing available court services and contact information.
For felony cases and circuit court records in Little Rock, the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk handles filings at 401 W. Markham St., Little Rock, AR 72201. Circuit court cases are also searchable through CourtConnect.
County Records for Little Rock Residents
Most court filings, property records, and vital records for Little Rock residents are maintained by Pulaski County. That includes circuit court civil and criminal records, divorce records, land records, and probate filings. The Pulaski County Courthouse handles the bulk of formal record requests tied to the county's judicial system.
Property records for Little Rock addresses are held by the Pulaski County Assessor. Tax records are managed by the Pulaski County Collector. Both offices are publicly accessible. Property data is also searchable at no cost through the ARCountyData.com portal by owner name, address, or parcel number.
Marriage licenses in Little Rock are issued by the Pulaski County Clerk at 201 S. Broadway, Little Rock, AR 72201. Both parties must appear in person with valid photo ID. The license fee is $60.00 and it is valid for 60 days from issue.
Note: Birth and death certificates are issued by the Arkansas Department of Health, not by city or county offices. The state vital records office handles those requests statewide.
Online Tools for Little Rock Records
Several free tools are available for searching Little Rock public records online. Arkansas CourtConnect gives free access to circuit and district court cases statewide. You can search by party name or case number and see case status, filing dates, and party information for most active and many older cases.
The ACIC criminal history portal provides statewide background check access for authorized users. The ADC inmate search shows current Arkansas Department of Corrections inmates for free. The Arkansas Secretary of State maintains business entity searches and UCC filing records. Property records can be searched at ARCountyData.com by owner name, address, or parcel number.
For sex offender registry checks, the Arkansas Sex Offender Registry is searchable online by name or location. All of these tools are free to use and do not require an account.
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