Lonoke County Public Records
Lonoke County public records are kept by several offices in Lonoke, Arkansas, with additional assessor access in Cabot. The circuit clerk, county clerk, assessor, and sheriff each maintain their own sets of documents covering court filings, property data, vital records, and arrest logs. All offices are open Monday through Friday. This page explains what each office holds, who to contact, and how to search or request records in person, by mail, or through free online tools.
Lonoke County Records Overview
Lonoke County Circuit Clerk Court Records
The Lonoke County Circuit Clerk, Deborah Oglesby, is at PO Box 870 / 301 North Center Street, Lonoke, AR 72086. For court records and general inquiries, call (501) 676-2316. For recording and real estate, call (501) 676-3043. For child support, call (501) 676-3013. Fax: (501) 676-3014. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The office website is lonokecircuitclerk.com.
The screenshot below is from the Lonoke County Circuit Clerk website, where you can find filing information and contact details.
The Circuit Clerk handles all civil, domestic relations, criminal, and juvenile court filings and also serves as the ex-officio recorder for land documents filed in Lonoke County.
Court records held here include civil case filings, criminal case histories, divorce and domestic relations records, and child support files. All court records are kept as permanent records, with the exception of juvenile records, which are restricted by state law. Land documents recorded here include deeds, mortgages, liens, surety bonds, and other property instruments.
Filing fees: new civil or domestic case: $165.00; reopening a case: $50.00; certified copy of a court document: $5.00. Recording fees for land instruments are $15.00 for the first page and $5.00 for each additional page. You can search Lonoke County court cases free at Arkansas CourtConnect by party name or case number.
Note: Under Arkansas Code 25-19-105, government agencies must respond to public records requests within three business days.
Lonoke County Clerk: Marriage Licenses and Probate
The Lonoke County Clerk, Dawn Porterfield, is at 301 N. Center Street, Suite 103, Lonoke, AR 72086. Phone: (501) 676-2368. Fax: (501) 676-2423. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The office website is lonokecoclerk.com.
This office issues marriage licenses, handles probate records, and maintains voter registration. Marriage licenses cost $60.00 for most applicants. If both parties completed a state-approved premarital counseling course, the fee drops to $57.00. Both people must apply in person with valid ID. There is no waiting period in Arkansas. Licenses are valid for 60 days and must be returned to the Clerk's office after the ceremony.
Probate records held here cover decedent estates, small estates, guardianships, and adoptions. Adoption records are sealed by state law. The office also handles DBA filings, notary services, quorum court records, equalization board records, and historical records useful for genealogy research. Voter registration is available in person and must be completed at least 30 days before an election. Copies are generally $1.00 per page with a $5.00 certification fee added for certified copies.
Lonoke County Property Records
The Lonoke County Assessor, Donna Pedersen, maintains two office locations. The main office is at 212 N. Center Street, Lonoke, AR 72086. Phone: (501) 676-6938. There is also a Cabot office at 1604 S. Pine Street, Suite E, Cabot, AR 72023. Phone: (501) 424-4242. Fax (both offices): (501) 676-3099. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The assessor's website is lonokecountyassessor.com.
The screenshot below is from the Lonoke County Assessor website, which offers free online access to property records and personal property assessment tools.
The Assessor's site allows you to search real estate records and file personal property assessments online, making it convenient for Lonoke County property owners who live near Cabot or elsewhere in the county.
All real and personal property is valued at 20% of market value. Real property assessment runs from the first Monday of January through July 1. Personal property must be assessed from the first Monday of January through May 31. Late filings carry a 10% penalty. The Amendment 79 homestead credit can reduce taxes on qualifying primary residences. Owners 65 and older or 100% disabled may apply for a tax freeze on their assessed value.
Lonoke County Sheriff Records
The Lonoke County Sheriff's Office, led by Sheriff John Staley, is at 440 Dee Dee Lane, Lonoke, AR 72086. Main office (24 hours): (501) 676-3001. Jail: (501) 676-6494. Fax: (501) 676-3017. Administrative hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The office website is lonokeso.com.
The screenshot below is from the Lonoke County Sheriff's Office website, which provides contact information and inmate visitation details.
The Sheriff's Office handles arrest records, incident reports, booking logs, and the county jail roster for all individuals taken into custody in Lonoke County.
Reports can only be picked up during regular business hours. If your name is on the report, one copy is free. If your name is not on the report, the fee is $10.00 per request. Payment is by check or money order, and a valid photo ID is required. All visitation at the Lonoke County Jail is conducted by video kiosk through SmartJail; there is no in-person visitation. Civil process fees: serving summons, capias, or garnishment: $50.00; serving a writ of execution: $120.00; serving a notice to vacate: $30.00.
For statewide criminal history requests, the Arkansas Crime Information Center (ACIC) processes background checks through licensed providers. The Arkansas Department of Corrections inmate search is free online for anyone looking up state prison inmates.
Cabot City Records
The City of Cabot maintains its own set of public records. City Hall is at 101 North 2nd Street, Cabot, AR 72023. Main phone: (501) 843-3566. Jessica Dennis serves as City Clerk and Records Management officer, handling all FOIA requests for city records. Reach her at extension 1023. City Council meets on the first and third Monday of each month at 6:00 PM.
The Cabot Police Department, led by Chief of Police Scott Steely, is at (501) 843-6526. The department offers fingerprinting services for background checks and licensing needs. Cabot District Court is at 208 North 1st Street, Cabot, AR 72023. Phone: (501) 843-8908.
Note: Cabot city records and county records are separate. For court cases filed in circuit court, contact the Lonoke County Circuit Clerk. City ordinance violations and municipal court matters go to the Cabot District Court.
Online Tools for Lonoke County Records
Several free tools are available for searching Lonoke County public records from home. Arkansas CourtConnect gives statewide court access. Search by party name or case number to find civil, criminal, and domestic cases filed in Lonoke County circuit court.
Property records are searchable free at lonokecountyassessor.com and also through ARCountyData.com. The Arkansas Secretary of State keeps business entity records and UCC filings. For birth and death certificates, contact the Arkansas Department of Health. The county does not issue birth or death certificates directly.
Cities in Lonoke County
Lonoke County includes several communities. The following cities have dedicated public records pages:
Nearby County Records
Lonoke County is in central Arkansas and borders several counties with their own records offices.