Little Rock Family Court Records

Little Rock family court records are filed and maintained by the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk, which serves all of Pulaski County including Little Rock. Divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, and domestic abuse protective orders filed by Little Rock residents are all part of the Pulaski County Circuit Court docket. You can search these records for free through the statewide Search ARCourts portal or visit the clerk's office at 401 W Markham Street in downtown Little Rock.

Pulaski County Circuit Clerk - Little Rock

The Pulaski County Circuit Clerk handles all family court filings for Little Rock residents. The main office is at 401 W Markham Street, Suite 112, Little Rock, AR 72201. Call (501) 340-8500 for general inquiries. The clerk's office is open Monday through Friday during standard courthouse hours. Pulaski County is part of the 6th Judicial Circuit, which has a high volume of domestic relations cases given that Little Rock is the state's most populous city.

The Circuit Clerk files and dockets all new domestic relations cases, accepts payments for child support through the court registry, issues summonses and subpoenas, and maintains the official record for every family law case in the county. The clerk also processes e-filings submitted through the statewide eFlex system. Any record in the office that is not sealed or restricted by court order is open to the public under Arkansas Code § 16-10-105. You do not need to be a party to a case to inspect these records.

Pulaski County has multiple judges assigned to the 6th Circuit, with divisions handling domestic relations and juvenile matters separately. The domestic relations division handles the full range of family law: divorce, annulment, legal separation, custody, visitation, child support, paternity, and domestic abuse protective orders. Given the county's size, there are dedicated dockets and efficient filing procedures in place. Staff at the clerk's office can answer procedural questions but cannot give legal advice.

The Pulaski County Circuit Clerk at 401 W Markham Street in Little Rock is the official keeper of all family court records for Little Rock residents, including divorce filings, custody orders, child support dockets, and protective order records.

Little Rock residents can use city resources and the Pulaski County CourtConnect portal on the statewide Search ARCourts system to search family court records online at no cost, including domestic relations filings, custody orders, and divorce case dockets.

Online Search for Little Rock Family Court Records

The statewide Search ARCourts portal at caseinfo.arcourts.gov covers Pulaski County Circuit Court with full case data. Under Administrative Order 8, all circuit courts in Arkansas must report case information through this system. Search by party name, case number, case type, filing date, attorney, or judge. Results show the parties, the assigned judge, every docket entry, scheduled hearings, and any judgments or orders entered. No account is needed. Access is free.

For electronic filing, attorneys and authorized parties use the statewide eFlex system at eflex.arcourts.gov. New case filings go through this portal, and payment is handled via the Information Network of Arkansas. A $20 electronic filing surcharge applies to new cases under Administrative Order 21. For eFlex questions, email courts.efiling@arcourts.gov or call the ACAP helpline at (501) 410-1900. If you need an older record not in the electronic database, contact the clerk at (501) 340-8500 to arrange in-person access or a mail request.

Family Court Cases Filed in Little Rock

Little Rock is the county seat of Pulaski County, and all domestic relations cases for Little Rock residents go through the 6th Circuit's domestic relations division. The types of cases handled include divorce, annulment, legal separation, child custody and visitation modification, child support establishment and modification, paternity, and domestic abuse protective orders. Under Arkansas Code § 9-12-301, a divorce petition must be filed in the county where one or both parties live, which means Little Rock residents file in Pulaski County.

Custody disputes in Little Rock cases follow § 9-13-101, which presumes that joint custody is in a child's best interest unless one parent can show otherwise. Judges consider each parent's ability to provide stability, the child's relationship with each parent, and other factors specific to the family's situation. Child support amounts are set under the Arkansas Family Support Chart, and modifications require showing a material change in circumstances under § 9-14-107.

Domestic abuse protective orders are handled through the Circuit Court as well. An Emergency Protective Order can be issued quickly; a permanent order requires a hearing. The clerk can provide the correct forms for requesting a protective order, and legal aid organizations in Little Rock can assist with the process at no cost for eligible residents.

Juvenile cases -- including dependency-neglect and delinquency matters -- are handled in a separate juvenile division of the 6th Circuit. These cases are confidential under § 9-27-309 and are not searchable through the public portal. Adoption records are sealed under § 9-9-217. Administrative Order 19 governs what constitutes a public court record and how access is managed in Pulaski County as in all Arkansas counties.

Fees and Copies

New domestic relations filings in Pulaski County cost $165.00. Standard copies of court records are $0.25 to $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $5.00 per document. If your request will cost more than $25.00, the clerk may ask for payment upfront under § 25-19-105 of the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. To request copies, visit the clerk at 401 W Markham Street or call (501) 340-8500. Mail requests should include the party names, case number if you have it, return address, and a check or money order for the estimated fee.

The Little Rock District Court at 3001 W Roosevelt Road handles city ordinance violations, small claims, and misdemeanor cases. It does not handle family law matters. All divorce, custody, and child support cases go through the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk. If you are not sure which court handled your case, searching on the ARCourts portal will tell you the case type and which division of circuit court it is in.

Legal Help in Little Rock

The Center for Arkansas Legal Services (CALS) is headquartered in Little Rock and provides free civil legal services to income-eligible residents in family law matters including divorce, custody, child support, and domestic abuse protective orders. CALS serves much of central and western Arkansas and has significant resources in Little Rock specifically. Call (501) 376-3423 or visit arjustice.org to apply for assistance.

Legal Aid of Arkansas also serves Pulaski County and can assist with family law matters for eligible residents. The Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation manages the AR Courthouse Kiosk program, and kiosks at the Pulaski County Courthouse give self-represented litigants access to court forms and legal resources. The Arkansas Judiciary resources directory provides approved forms and self-help guides for domestic relations cases across the state.

The Arkansas Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service at (800) 228-6868 can connect you with a licensed attorney if you need representation. Many family law attorneys in Little Rock offer free initial consultations. For domestic violence resources, the Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence at (800) 269-4668 can help connect victims with safe housing, legal advocacy, and emergency protective order assistance.

Nearby Cities

Little Rock is the hub of central Arkansas. Residents of nearby cities also file family court cases through Pulaski County or their respective county circuit clerks.