Boone County Court Docket Records
Boone County court docket records are maintained by Circuit Clerk Crystal Graddy at the Harrison, Arkansas courthouse, covering felony criminal cases, divorce, custody, child support, civil disputes, and probate proceedings. This page explains how to search the Boone County court docket through online tools and in-person visits, how to request copies, and where to find legal help.
Boone County Court Records Overview
Boone County Circuit Clerk Office
The Boone County Circuit Clerk is Crystal Graddy. The office is at 100 North Main Street, Suite 200, Harrison, Arkansas 72601. The mailing address is PO Box 968, Harrison, Arkansas 72601. The phone number is 870-741-5560. These are the contact details for the courthouse where all court docket records for Boone County are filed and maintained.
The Circuit Clerk provides administrative support for all court proceedings in Boone County. Staff maintain case files, prepare court dockets, issue summons and warrants, and record orders, judgments, and injunctions from the Circuit Court. The Circuit Clerk also serves as ex-officio recorder of deeds, so the same office handles real property recordings including deeds, mortgages, releases, powers of attorney, and plats.
The recorder's side of the office also files notary bonds, DD-214 military discharge papers, and miscellaneous other documents. If you need to find out whether a notary is bonded in Boone County, or if you need a copy of a military discharge record on file, this is the right office to contact. Grantor and grantee indexes and tract indexes are available for in-person real estate record searches.
Same-day e-filing is available for eligible documents. Attorneys and parties can submit filings through the Arkansas eFiling portal without visiting the courthouse, which is convenient for those outside Harrison or with tight deadlines.
Search Boone County Court Docket Records Online
The main online tool for Boone County court docket records is the Search ARCourts portal. This free statewide system lets you search by party name, case number, or attorney. You can view docket history, case status, and hearing dates. The portal is available 24 hours a day with no login required.
The Boone County Circuit Clerk also maintains records through a system connected to Judici.com. The current database includes all Boone County cases since August 1993 and is searchable on www.judici.com. This gives you another free option for searching Boone County cases filed over the past three decades. For cases filed before August 1993, you must visit the courthouse in person to review paper indexes, original case files, or microfilm records.
The CourtConnect system provides statewide access to case information. Boone County participates in CourtConnect, so many case records are available online. Public access terminals at the courthouse also provide free CourtConnect access for residents who prefer in-person research but do not want to formally request documents.
The image below is taken from the Boone County Circuit Clerk court records page, which explains search options including the Judici.com database and the staff search service.
Staff Search Service for Older Boone County Records
For Boone County cases filed before August 1993, the Circuit Clerk offers a staff search service. This is useful for researchers, attorneys, and anyone who cannot travel to Harrison to look through older files in person. The service requires a written request with specific information and a fee.
To use the staff search service, send a written request that includes the year or years to be searched, the name or names to search, a $6 fee per name per year, prepaid copy fees for any documents you need, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Results take four to six weeks. This timeline is important to keep in mind if you have a deadline such as a court hearing, loan closing, or legal filing date.
For in-person searches of older records, visit the courthouse during business hours. Staff can guide you to the right index books or microfilm for the time period you are researching. Bring as much identifying information as possible, such as full names, case types, and approximate filing years, to make the search more efficient.
Note: Staff search service requests should be sent to the Boone County Circuit Clerk, PO Box 968, Harrison, Arkansas 72601, along with your written request and payment.
Case Types in the Boone County Court Docket
The Boone County Circuit Court serves as the trial court of general jurisdiction for the county. It handles felony criminal cases, divorce proceedings, child custody matters, child support cases, eviction actions, contract disputes, and other civil matters. Criminal felony cases get priority scheduling under Arkansas law due to defendants' constitutional rights to speedy trials. Civil cases are scheduled based on type and complexity.
Family court matters including divorce, custody, and child support are handled in dedicated sessions. These cases are often the most urgent for parties involved, and the court tries to schedule hearings promptly. Probate matters covering estates, guardianships, and conservatorships are also part of the Circuit Court docket.
The Boone County District Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, small claims disputes up to $25,000, and preliminary hearings for felony defendants. The District Court is in Harrison and holds regular sessions for arraignments, trials, and other proceedings. Traffic court handles a high volume of citations and offers options for payment, contesting, or traffic school.
Real Estate and Recorder Records in Boone County
The Boone County Circuit Clerk doubles as ex-officio recorder of deeds. The recorder's office maintains all documents affecting real property in Boone County. This includes warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, deeds of trust, mortgages, releases, and assignment documents. Plats and subdivision maps are also recorded here.
Recording fees follow the state standard: $15 for the first page of a document and $5 for each additional page. Certified copies of recorded documents cost $5 plus copy fees. More information about recording services and fees is available at the Boone County Recorder's office page.
Visit the Boone County Recorder of Deeds page for details on recording fees, document requirements, and how to search property records at the Harrison courthouse.
Filing Fees and Copy Costs in Boone County
Filing a new case in Boone County costs $165 for civil, domestic relations, appeal, and foreign judgment matters. Summons cost $2.50 per person. Writs are $20. These fees are paid when you file your first document at the Circuit Clerk's office. The fee schedule follows state law and applies equally at both the front counter and through e-filing.
Standard document copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $5 per document. For real property recordings, the fee is $15 for the first page and $5 for each additional page. If you need to submit a mail request for copies, include a check or money order for estimated fees along with a prepaid return envelope.
Electronic filing is available through the Arkansas eFiling portal. This is especially useful for attorneys handling multiple Boone County cases or for parties filing documents outside of courthouse hours. Same-day processing is available for qualifying documents.
Arkansas FOIA and Access to Boone County Court Records
Boone County court docket records are open to the public under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Anyone can inspect and copy public court records. You do not need to provide a reason. Court staff cannot block access to records that are not legally protected.
Protected records include juvenile court files, adoption records, sealed criminal cases, mental health records, and protected witness information. These records require a court order for access. Personal identifiers such as Social Security numbers and financial account numbers are redacted from any public copies provided. These rules apply statewide under Administrative Order 19 of the Arkansas Supreme Court.
If a records request is denied, you can appeal or seek legal assistance. The Arkansas Courts website has general guidance on your rights. An attorney can help you determine whether a denial was proper and what steps you can take if it was not.
Federal Court Records for Boone County
Federal cases with Boone County parties are filed in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Arkansas. These include federal criminal cases, bankruptcy proceedings, civil rights actions, and cases between citizens of different states. Federal court records are not accessible through CourtConnect or the county court system.
To obtain copies of federal court documents, visit the federal courts document request page. You can also search federal cases through PACER. Basic case lookups are free. Downloads cost a per-page fee. Contact the Western District courthouse directly for help with specific requests.
Self-Help and Legal Aid in Boone County
Legal aid services are available to qualifying Boone County residents who cannot afford an attorney. Programs funded by the Arkansas Access to Justice Commission provide free civil legal help in areas like family law, housing, and consumer protection.
The Arkansas Court Kiosk is a free self-help resource with forms for divorce, child custody, protective orders, record sealing, guardianship, and more. Video guides explain court procedures step by step. Public terminals at the Harrison courthouse provide free access to both the kiosk resources and CourtConnect for case searching.
The Arkansas Courts online services page has links to legal tools, court directories, and filing information. For specific legal questions about your case, consult a licensed attorney rather than relying only on self-help materials.