Find Court Records in Cleburne County
Cleburne County court records are maintained by the Circuit Clerk at the county courthouse in Heber Springs and include all filings for the circuit court covering civil cases, felony criminal proceedings, domestic relations matters, probate, and juvenile cases. Whether you need a case status update, a copy of a court order, or a certified document, the clerk's office in Heber Springs is the right place to start. The statewide free online portal also covers Cleburne County cases and is available any time. This page walks you through all your options for searching and obtaining court records in Cleburne County.
Cleburne County Court Records Overview
Cleburne County Circuit Clerk Office
The Cleburne County Circuit Clerk is located at the county courthouse in Heber Springs and handles all circuit court records. This covers civil cases, criminal proceedings, domestic relations filings, probate matters, and juvenile case records. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The clerk's staff can assist with record searches, copies, and certified documents.
For in-person requests, bring the case number or party names. Plain copies are $0.25 to $0.50 per page. Certified copies are $5.00 per document plus the copy fee. For mail requests, write to the Cleburne County Circuit Clerk at the Heber Springs courthouse. Include the case details, your return address, and a check or money order payable to the Cleburne County Circuit Clerk. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope for return mailing if you want documents sent back to you.
The Circuit Clerk is elected to a four-year term. The clerk also serves as the recorder for real estate documents in Cleburne County. Deeds, mortgages, and liens recorded in the county all go through this office.
Search Cleburne County Cases Online
Cleburne County circuit court cases are searchable for free through the statewide portal at caseinfo.arcourts.gov. This system, Search ARCourts, covers circuit court cases across Arkansas. You can search by party name, business name, case number, or citation. Results include case type, filing date, judge, case status, party information, and upcoming hearing dates.
The portal runs around the clock at no charge. Records before January 1, 2009 may require a direct clerk request. Sealed, expunged, and juvenile cases are excluded under Administrative Order 19. For technical support with the portal, call (501) 410-1900 or (866) 823-5778.
The screenshot below shows the Cleburne County Circuit Clerk website for direct clerk contact details.
The Cleburne County Circuit Clerk website lists office contact information, address, and guidance for requesting court records from the Heber Springs courthouse.
Check this page for current hours and procedures before visiting or mailing a request to the clerk.
Note: Cleburne County was established in 1883, and the Heber Springs courthouse maintains circuit court records going back to the county's early years, though older materials may need direct staff assistance to locate.
Circuit Court Jurisdiction in Cleburne County
The Cleburne County Circuit Court handles all major legal matters in the county. Felony criminal cases, civil disputes over $25,000, domestic relations cases including divorce and child custody, probate and estate proceedings, and juvenile cases all go through the circuit court. The circuit court also hears appeals from Cleburne County District Court decisions.
The district court in Cleburne County handles lower-level matters: misdemeanor charges, traffic violations, preliminary felony hearings, civil claims under $25,000, and small claims. District court records are part of the statewide Search ARCourts system for participating courts. Arkansas maintains 28 judicial circuits covering all 75 counties, and the Arkansas Judiciary site has a full circuit court directory.
The screenshot below shows the Search ARCourts case search portal for Cleburne County records.
Using Search ARCourts, you can look up Cleburne County circuit court cases and check case status, docket history, and upcoming hearings for filings in Heber Springs.
This tool covers all active Cleburne County circuit court cases and is free to use at any time.
Cleburne County Government Resources
The Cleburne County government website provides information on all county offices including the Circuit Clerk. From this site, you can find contact details for the Heber Springs courthouse and links to county services. The county follows Arkansas FOIA requirements for all public records requests, meaning most court filings are open to any Arkansas citizen.
The Administrative Office of the Courts runs a statewide kiosk program that includes a kiosk at the Cleburne County courthouse. These kiosks let you search records, print court forms, and access legal aid information on your own without staff help. Kiosks are part of a statewide effort to improve access to court services for all Arkansans.
The image below shows the Cleburne County government website where you can find office details and county resources.
The Cleburne County government portal lists county offices, contact details, and online resources for residents in Heber Springs and the surrounding area.
Use this site to confirm courthouse hours and contact information before making a court records request.
Land Records in Cleburne County
The Cleburne County Circuit Clerk records all real estate instruments for the county, including deeds, mortgages, releases, and liens. For online property research, ActDataScout's Cleburne County land records let you search current ownership data, tax assessment information, and transfer history from your browser without a courthouse visit.
Recording fees are $15 for the first page and $5 for each additional page. Standard copy fees of $0.25 to $0.50 per page apply for copies of already-recorded instruments. Certified copies of recorded documents are $5.00 plus the copy fee.
The image below shows the ActDataScout land records database for Cleburne County property research.
The ActDataScout Cleburne County property records system provides ownership data, tax assessments, and real estate transfer information for properties in Heber Springs and across the county.
Start with this tool for property research and then contact the clerk for certified copies when you need official documents.
Note: Cleburne County land records are recorded by the Circuit Clerk at the Heber Springs courthouse with fees of $15 for the first page and $5 for each additional page of any new instrument.
Public Access and Legal Help in Cleburne County
Court records in Cleburne County are open under Ark. Code Ann. ยง 25-19-101 et seq. Any Arkansas citizen can request access to public records. The clerk must respond within three working days. Fees cover only the actual cost of copying. Certain data must be redacted under Administrative Order 19, including social security numbers, financial account numbers, and minor children's names.
For legal help in Cleburne County, contact the Center for Arkansas Legal Services at (501) 376-3423, Legal Aid of Arkansas at (870) 972-9224, or the State Bar referral line at (501) 375-4606. Courthouse kiosks at the Heber Springs circuit court allow self-service access to records and forms as part of the statewide AOC kiosk program.
Nearby Counties
Cleburne County sits in north-central Arkansas. Cases or property records may cross into neighboring county jurisdictions.
Adjacent counties include Faulkner County, White County, Independence County, Stone County, and Van Buren County. All participate in the statewide Search ARCourts system.