Find Public Records in Bradley County
Bradley County public records are maintained by county offices in Warren and can be requested in person, by mail, or searched through state online tools. This page covers where to find court records, land filings, arrest data, marriage licenses, and property assessments held by Bradley County offices in Warren, Arkansas.
Bradley County Records Overview
Bradley County Circuit Clerk Court Records
The Bradley County Circuit Clerk (Cindy Wagnon) is at 101 East Cedar Street, Warren, AR 71671. Phone: (870) 226-2272. Fax: (870) 226-8416. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The Circuit Clerk serves as clerk of the civil, domestic relations, criminal, and juvenile courts and acts as ex-officio county recorder for land documents.
The Circuit Court handles civil cases over $25,000, criminal felony cases, domestic relations matters including divorce and child custody, probate proceedings, and appeals from lower courts. Court filing fees follow state standards: new civil or domestic filings cost $165.00. Summons and subpoenas run $2.50 per person. Reopening a case costs $50.00. Petitions to seal criminal records filed after March 6, 2013 carry no charge. Standard copies are $1.00 per page and certified copies are $5.00 per document plus $1.00 per page. Research fees may apply when extensive staff time is needed to complete a request.
Bradley County cases can be searched online for free at caseinfo.arcourts.gov/opad. This statewide CourtConnect portal covers civil, criminal, and domestic cases and does not require a login. Land records in Bradley County go back to the county's establishment in 1840. The first deed on record dates from March 29, 1841. Grantor-grantee indexes are maintained for property searches by owner name.
Note: All recorded land documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and plat maps must be on 8.5 by 11 inch paper with a 2.5 inch margin at the top of the first page for recording information and must be notarized with the preparer's name and address included.
County Clerk and Vital Records
The Bradley County Clerk (Karen Belin) is at 101 East Cedar Street, Warren, AR 71671. Phone: (870) 226-3464. Fax: (870) 226-8404. Email: bradleyclerk@arkansasclerks.com. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Marriage licenses are issued for approximately $60.00, typically cash only. Both parties must appear in person with valid photo ID and social security cards. There is no waiting period in Arkansas for applicants 18 and older. No blood test is required anywhere in the state. Licenses are valid for 60 days from the issue date. The Clerk maintains marriage records dating back to the county's establishment in 1840, making these records useful for genealogical research.
Probate records are kept for decedent estates (testate and intestate), guardianships, civil commitments, and adoptions. Adoption records are sealed and require a court order for access. Probate filing fees vary by case type. Small estates generally cost less than full probate proceedings. The Clerk also processes DBA filings for sole proprietorships, handles voter registration, and serves as secretary to the Quorum Court. Certified document copies are $5.00 each.
Property Records and Assessor Search
The Bradley County Assessor (Stephanie Bigham) is at 101 East Cedar Street, Warren, AR 71671. Phone: (870) 226-2211. Fax: (870) 226-5179. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The county covers 651 square miles with a population of approximately 10,545 as of the 2020 Census.
Property records can be searched online for free at ARCountyData.com. The system lets you search by parcel number, owner name, or property address. You can view taxable values, ownership records, and real estate records from the site. Personal property must be assessed annually between January 1st and May 31st. Late assessments carry a 10% penalty. Residents must report vehicle purchases, sales, and trades to the Assessor. The county's median annual property tax is approximately $387, among the lowest in Arkansas.
All property in Bradley County is valued at 20% of current market value as required by Arkansas law. Tax rates vary by district based on millage rates set for county general, roads, schools, and municipalities. Property owners who disagree with their valuation may file an appeal with the County Equalization Board.
The screenshot below shows ARCountyData.com with Bradley County property assessment data available to the public.
The free online portal is updated regularly and provides ownership, assessment, and tax history for properties throughout Bradley County.
Arrest Records and Sheriff Records
The Bradley County Sheriff (Herschel Tillman) is at 101 East Cedar Street, Suite B, Warren, AR 71671. Phone: (870) 226-3491. Fax: (870) 226-8408. Administrative hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Bradley County does not maintain a full online inmate roster. To get inmate information, call the Sheriff's Office at (870) 226-3491 during business hours or visit the detention facility in person. Provide the full name and date of birth of the person you are looking for. The office can provide booking information, charges, bond amounts, and custody status.
Arrest records and incident reports are available through FOIA requests. Submit a written request that includes the date range, incident type, and names of any parties involved. Allow up to three business days for processing. Copy fees typically run $0.25 to $1.00 per page. The Warren Police Department at (870) 226-3737 handles municipal law enforcement within the city of Warren and maintains its own arrest records for incidents within city limits. Additional services at the Sheriff's Office include fingerprinting, process serving, and court security.
Note: The Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands at cosl.org handles redemption of properties certified to the state due to delinquent taxes, which may be useful when researching property ownership gaps in Bradley County.
State Databases and FOIA Rights
Several state tools are useful for searching Bradley County records. The Arkansas State Police criminal history search is available at ark.org/criminal. The sex offender registry is at ark.org/offender-search. State corrections inmate records are searchable at apps.ark.org/inmate_info.
Arkansas FOIA rights are established in Ark. Code Ann. 25-19-105. Only Arkansas citizens may submit requests. No purpose is required. The law requires a response within three working days. Copy fees may apply. Requests may be submitted in person, by mail, or by email to the records custodian of the agency that holds the documents you need.
Nearby Counties
Bradley County borders several counties in south Arkansas. Records for neighboring counties are held at their respective courthouses.