Find Union County Court Docket Records
Union County court docket records are kept by the Circuit Clerk in El Dorado and cover civil, criminal, domestic relations, and probate cases filed in the county. This page explains where to find Union County court dockets online, how the local court system is set up, and what it costs to get copies of court documents.
Union County Court Records Overview
Union County Circuit Clerk in El Dorado
The Union County Circuit Clerk's office is located in El Dorado and is the official keeper of all Circuit Court records for the county. The office maintains case files for civil, criminal, domestic relations, juvenile, and probate matters. It also records real estate documents including deeds, mortgages, and liens. You can visit the clerk's office in person during business hours or access many records online through the state's CourtConnect system.
The Circuit Clerk's office in El Dorado accepts filings by hand delivery and through the Arkansas eFiling system for attorneys and qualifying pro se filers. Staff at the clerk's office can help you find a case number, identify which division a case is assigned to, and tell you what documents have been filed. They cannot give legal advice, but they can point you to the right form or explain the filing process.
For full details on Union County Circuit Clerk services, contact information, and office hours, visit the Union County Circuit Clerk website. The page lists fees, filing procedures, and other resources for court users in El Dorado and throughout Union County.
Note: The Union County Circuit Clerk also accepts e-filing for non-monetary filings through the eFiling Lite program, which was made available in 2021.
Search Union County Court Docket Online
The primary tool for online access to Union County court docket records is the Arkansas CourtConnect portal. This free, publicly accessible system allows you to search by party name, case number, or attorney without registering for an account. CourtConnect pulls live data from the Circuit Clerk's system in El Dorado, so it reflects current case status and recent docket entries.
To search Union County cases, go to the Arkansas CourtConnect case search portal and select Union County from the list. Results show the case type, division assignment, filing date, and a complete list of docket events. You can click on individual entries to see the details of each filing or court action. Some documents may be available to view directly online.
Union County Circuit Court is served by six circuit judges divided among multiple divisions. The 1st, 3rd, and 5th Divisions are shared with neighboring counties, while the 2nd, 4th, and 6th Divisions are assigned specifically to Union County. When searching CourtConnect, cases will show which division they belong to, which helps track them in a larger court system.
Union County Court Fees and Filing Costs
Union County uses the standard Arkansas court fee schedule for most filings. Opening a new civil case costs $165.00. Reopening a closed case is $50.00. Summons and subpoenas are $2.50 each. Writs and executions cost $20.00. These fees are collected by the Circuit Clerk's office at the time of filing.
Judgment liens and lis pendens notices carry a recording fee of $15.00 for the first page and $5.00 for each additional page. Multiple instruments filed at the same time are charged $15.00 per instrument, up to a maximum of $300. Document copies are $0.50 per page for standard copies. Certified copies carry an extra $5.00 fee per certification. Authenticated copies, which require additional processing, cost $15.00.
Real estate recording fees in Union County are $15.00 for a one-page, single-sided document and $5.00 for each additional page. This applies to deeds, mortgages, releases, and similar instruments recorded with the Circuit Clerk. If you are recording several related documents, each one is charged separately at the $15.00 base rate up to the $300 cap.
These fees reflect the official schedule posted on the Union County Circuit Clerk's website. Always confirm current fees before filing, as the legislature can adjust fee schedules, and the clerk's office will have the most up-to-date rates.
Union County District Court Records
The Union County District Court serves El Dorado and surrounding communities. The court is located at 101 N. Washington, Suite 203, El Dorado, AR 71730. The phone number is (870) 864-1937. It handles traffic violations, misdemeanor criminal cases, and civil matters involving amounts up to $25,000.
District Court docket records in Union County include traffic citations, misdemeanor filings, small claims cases, and protective orders. If you received a traffic ticket or minor criminal citation in El Dorado or Union County, the record of that case is at the District Court. For civil small claims, filings and judgments are recorded there as well.
Court records at the District Court level are available for public inspection during business hours. Some data may be accessible through CourtConnect depending on the level of participation. For a specific case, calling the District Court office at (870) 864-1937 is a reliable way to get current status information and learn how to request a copy of a record.
How to Get Copies of Union County Court Records
Copies of Union County court docket records can be obtained in person at the Circuit Clerk's office in El Dorado, by mail, or in some cases through the online CourtConnect portal. If you want copies of specific documents, you will need the case number or the full names of the parties. The clerk uses this information to locate the file and pull the documents you need.
Standard copy fees are $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost an additional $5.00 per certification. If you are requesting multiple documents or a long case file, it can add up, so it helps to know exactly which documents you need before making the request. Mailed requests should include a check or money order payable to the Circuit Clerk and a self-addressed stamped envelope for return.
Attorneys and eligible pro se litigants can file documents and access certain records through the Arkansas eFiling portal. Electronic filings in Union County Circuit Court are reflected in CourtConnect as soon as they are processed. The eFiling system also allows users to pay filing fees online, which saves time for frequent filers in El Dorado.
The Arkansas Court Kiosk system may provide additional access options. The Arkansas Courts online services page is also a good reference for forms, payment options, and self-help tools that apply to Union County filers.