Find Public Records in Pope County
Pope County public records are held across multiple offices in Russellville, Arkansas. The county clerk, circuit clerk, assessor, and sheriff each maintain separate sets of documents covering court cases, land records, property assessments, arrest histories, and vital records. This page covers contact information, fees, access procedures, and free online search tools so you can find the Pope County records you need quickly.
Pope County Records Overview
Pope County Circuit Clerk Records
The Pope County Circuit Clerk is Rachel L. Oertling. Address: 100 West Main Street, Russellville, AR 72801. Phone: (479) 968-7499. Fax: (479) 880-8463. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
The screenshot below is from the Pope County Circuit Clerk page on CountyService.net, which provides online access to court information for Pope County.
The CountyService.net portal connects to Pope County court data and can be a quick starting point before visiting the office in person.
The Circuit Clerk maintains civil court records, criminal case histories, domestic relations filings, probate records from 1887 to present, and juvenile cases (restricted access). Land records including deeds, mortgages, and liens are also recorded at this office. Court filing fees run $165.00 for new civil or domestic cases. Copy fees vary by document type, and under Arkansas law, agencies may require payment before processing requests over $25. Pope County Circuit Court records are included in Arkansas CourtConnect, the free statewide search tool. Search by name or case number to access case information online at no cost.
Note: Under Arkansas Code 25-19-105, public offices must respond to records requests within three business days.
Pope County Clerk: Vital and Probate Records
The Pope County Clerk is Pam Ennis. Address: 100 West Main Street, Russellville, AR 72801-3723. Phone: (479) 968-6064. Fax: (479) 967-2291. Email: popeclerk@arkansasclerks.com. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Marriage records go back to 1831 in Pope County. Marriage license fees are $30.00 per application. Certified copies are $5.00 each, and non-certified copies are $1.15. Both parties must appear together at the office. A valid government-issued photo ID is required. There is no waiting period and no blood test. Licenses are valid for 60 days from issuance and must be returned recorded within 60 days. No online marriage record search is offered through this office; requests are handled in person or by mail only.
Probate records date to 1831. County court records go back to 1857. Voter records are available from 1965. All of these records are maintained at the County Clerk's office and can be reviewed during regular hours. The clerk also keeps quorum court minutes, county ordinances, and DBA filings. Copies are typically $1.00 per page. Mail requests should include a self-addressed stamped envelope and a money order for payment.
Pope County Property Records
The Pope County Assessor is Dana Baker. Address: 100 West Main Street, Russellville, AR 72801. Phone: (479) 968-7418. Fax: (479) 968-4571. Email: ASSESSOR@POPECOUNTYAR.GOV. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
The screenshot below is from the Pope County Assessor page on CountyService.net, where you can view and search property records online.
The CountyService.net portal provides free online property searches by owner name, parcel number, or address for Pope County taxpayers.
The Assessor handles real estate property assessments, personal property assessments, vehicle assessments, and homestead applications. Real property is appraised between January 1 and July 1 each year. Personal property assessments run January 1 through May 31. If you assessed in Pope County last year, you can complete your assessment online through CountyService.net. If you did not assess here previously, you must visit the office in person and bring the necessary paperwork. GIS mapping data is available through the GeoStor portal for property mapping information.
Pope County Arrest Records and Sheriff
The Pope County Sheriff is Blake E. Wilson. Main Office: #3 Emergency Lane, Russellville, AR 72802. Phone: (479) 968-2558. Detention Center: 916 South Pittsburgh Avenue, Russellville, AR 72801. Phone: (479) 968-6186.
The Sheriff's Office website at popecoso.org provides several public tools including an inmate roster, warrants search, most wanted list, sex offender registry, and incident reports. These tools let you check current custody status and basic case information without a formal records request. The office is divided into a Patrol Division, Criminal Investigations Division, Administrative Division, and Detention Center. Video visitation at the detention center is available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with the last scheduled visit at 8:40 PM.
Arrest records maintained by the Sheriff are public under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Written requests can be submitted in person or by mail. For statewide criminal history checks, the Arkansas Crime Information Center (ACIC) manages the central repository. The Arkansas Department of Corrections inmate search covers individuals held in state facilities.
Russellville City Records
Russellville is the county seat and largest city in Pope County. The Russellville Police Department is at 115 West H Street, Russellville, AR 72801. Phone: (479) 968-3232. The city website is russellvillearkansas.org.
Accident reports for incidents involving Russellville city streets are available through CrashDocs.org. You will need the report number, last name of a party involved, and the date of the incident to search. The city also offers a public records request form on its website. Records available include police reports, burial records, city council agendas and minutes, and city ordinances. FOIA requests to the city are typically answered within three business days.
For court records tied to the Russellville area, use Arkansas CourtConnect to search Pope County Circuit Court cases by name or case number at no cost.
Note: City of Russellville residents can submit public records requests through the city website or in person at City Hall.
Online Tools for Pope County Records
Several free tools make it easy to search Pope County records online. Arkansas CourtConnect covers circuit court case data statewide and includes Pope County. You can search civil, criminal, and domestic cases by name or case number. Property records are searchable at no cost through CountyService.net. The Arkansas Secretary of State handles business entity and UCC filings. For birth and death certificates, contact the Arkansas Department of Health.
FOIA requests to any Pope County office should be in writing. You can hand-deliver or mail them. The three-day response requirement under state law applies. For records that fall outside normal hours or involve restricted files, it is worth calling the relevant office first to confirm what is available and the best way to request it.
Cities in Pope County
Russellville is the primary city in Pope County with a population above the threshold for a dedicated records page.
Nearby County Records
Pope County borders several other Arkansas counties, each with its own records offices.