Pulaski County Court Docket
Pulaski County court docket records cover one of the largest case volumes in Arkansas, with circuit and district courts based in Little Rock serving the state's most populous county. This page explains how to search the Pulaski County court docket online, what courts handle which cases, and how to get copies of records from the clerk's office.
Pulaski County Court Records Overview
Search Pulaski County Court Docket Online
There are two main ways to search Pulaski County court docket records online. The first is Arkansas CourtConnect, the statewide case search system. Pulaski County participates fully in CourtConnect, which means circuit court data is comprehensive and searchable by party name, attorney, or case number. The second is the Pulaski County Circuit and County Clerk's own website, which provides additional access to county court orders and records specific to Pulaski County.
To use CourtConnect, go to Arkansas CourtConnect and select Pulaski County. You can search criminal, civil, domestic relations, and probate cases. Because Pulaski is Arkansas's most populous county, its docket volume is much higher than rural counties. The system returns results quickly and shows the full docket history for each case.
The Pulaski County Circuit and County Clerk also runs its own records portal at pulaskiclerkar.gov. The County Records Department page at pulaskiclerkar.gov/departments/county-records/ lets you search county court orders and access information about requesting certified copies. The clerk's office is at 401 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72201.
Note: CourtConnect shows docket entries and case summaries. The clerk's office at 401 W. Markham St. is the place to get certified copies or full case files.
Pulaski County Circuit Court Records
The Pulaski County Circuit Court handles the full range of serious cases in the county. Felony criminal cases, civil disputes over $25,000, domestic relations matters like divorce and child custody, probate and estate cases, and appeals from the district court all fall under circuit court jurisdiction. As Arkansas's most populous county, Pulaski handles a much larger number of cases than most other counties in the state. The docket reflects that volume, with new cases filed every day.
All Arkansas court documents are public records, including criminal, civil, probate, domestic relations, and divorce cases. The Circuit and County Clerk maintains all of these files and provides access to the public during business hours. County court orders are also searchable online through the clerk's website. Records go back many years and cover a wide range of case types.
The Pulaski County clerk's office also handles sealed record petitions. A petition to seal a record has no filing fee. To qualify, you must have completed all parole or probation and paid all court costs, fines, and restitution. Forms are available from the Arkansas Crime Information Center. The legal authority for sealing records includes Ark. Code Ann. 16-90-601 and related statutes.
Certified copies of court documents cost $5.00 per document. They are available in person or by mail, but cannot be emailed. Payment options include online payment, check, or money order. Mail requests go to: Pulaski Circuit and County Clerk, County Records, 401 West Markham St Ste 103, Little Rock, AR 72201.
Pulaski County District Court in Little Rock
The Pulaski County District Court is located at 3001 W. Roosevelt Rd, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204. The phone number is 501-340-6824. The court is open Monday through Friday. The district court handles traffic citations, misdemeanor criminal cases, small claims, and civil matters up to $25,000. It also covers city ordinance violations for Little Rock and other Pulaski County communities.
The district court has several specialized departments. Criminal and traffic cases go to one division. Civil and small claims go to another. There is a Warrants Division, a Special Services Division, a Sobriety Court for people with alcohol-related offenses, and the YAPP program, which stands for Youthful Offender Program and is designed for young adults facing minor charges. Online services for payment and case lookup are available at pulaskicountydc.com.
For fees and payments related to court fines, the accounting department information is at pulaskiclerkar.gov/departments/accounting/. Court fines can be paid by credit card, money order, cash, or check. Checks should be made payable to Circuit Clerk. Mail payments to: Pulaski Circuit and County Clerk, Room 122, 401 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72201.
Note: An administrative fee of $36 per year applies under Act 1296 of 1997. Include your full name, case number, driver's license number, and phone number with any payment.
How to Get Pulaski County Court Documents
The Circuit Clerk's office at 401 West Markham Street is the main place to get copies of Pulaski County court records. The County Records Department is the official repository for all Pulaski County court documents. Staff can provide copies of court filings, judgments, orders, and other case documents. You can visit in person or make a mail request. Certified copies are not available by email.
Standard copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 per document. Payment can be made online, by check, or by money order. The clerk's office handles requests for all types of records including criminal, civil, domestic relations, probate, and county court orders. Call ahead to confirm current office hours and any specific procedures for large or complex record requests.
Court records in Arkansas are public under state law. Sealed records and juvenile case files are not public. The Arkansas FOIA procedures guide explains public records rights and what to do if a request is denied or delayed.
Federal Courts Serving Pulaski County
Federal cases tied to Pulaski County and Little Rock go to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Arkansas, which is also headquartered in Little Rock. Federal criminal cases, civil rights lawsuits, bankruptcy filings, and immigration matters go through federal court and do not appear in the Arkansas CourtConnect system. You can search federal cases through PACER. The Eastern District of Arkansas document request page explains how to get copies of federal court records.
For electronic filing of new state court cases, use efile.arkansas.gov. Self-service court kiosks for case lookups are available at Arkansas courthouses. Find locations at arcourtkiosk.org. The Arkansas Courts website has forms, self-help resources, and a full court directory.