Stone County Court Records
Stone County court records are maintained by Circuit Clerk Angie Hudspeth-Wade at the courthouse in Mountain View, Arkansas. All civil, criminal, domestic, probate, and land filings are kept by the clerk's office, with records dating back to 1873. You can search recent circuit court cases online for free through the state portal, and Stone County also has a library kiosk for walk-in public access to court resources.
Stone County Court Records Overview
Stone County Circuit Clerk
Circuit Clerk Angie Hudspeth-Wade runs the court records office for Stone County. Her office is at 107 S Main, Suite D, Mountain View, AR 72560. Phone: (870) 269-3271. The clerk's office maintains records for all circuit court divisions including civil, criminal, domestic relations, probate, and juvenile matters.
Stone County court records go back to 1873. That includes marriage records, court case filings, land recordings, and probate matters. This is a comprehensive historical archive that serves both legal professionals doing title or case research and individuals looking into family history. The archive runs from 1873 through the present day, with more recent files available in the digital systems and older records in physical storage.
The County Clerk's office, which handles certain separate county records, is nearby at 107 W Main Street, Mountain View, phone (870) 269-3351. For court filings and case records, the Circuit Clerk at Suite D is the right contact. For marriage licenses and county-level recordings, the County Clerk handles those.
Note: Stone County's circuit court records date to 1873, making it one of the older continuous archives in the Ozarks region, though physical retrieval may be needed for pre-digital era files.
Online Case Search for Stone County
Stone County is part of the free statewide case search system at Search ARCourts. This portal replaced the older CourtConnect system and lets you find circuit court cases by party name, business name, case number, or case type. Results show case status, filing dates, presiding judge, attorneys of record, upcoming hearings, and docket entries.
The screenshot below shows the Stone County CourtConnect portal, which feeds into the statewide case search system.
Cases from before January 1, 2009 may have limited online data. Sealed files, expunged records, and juvenile cases are not shown online. For those, contact the Circuit Clerk directly. The system is for general reference only and does not constitute official legal notice under Administrative Order 19.
Circuit Clerk Website
The Stone County Circuit Clerk website provides direct information about the office including contact details, available services, and links to online tools. It's a useful resource before visiting or calling the office. The site may also include information about e-filing procedures and how to submit requests.
Stone County follows the same statewide e-filing requirements as other Arkansas circuit courts. Attorneys must file electronically through the eFLEX system. Pro se litigants who are not attorneys may still file paper documents, but should confirm current procedures with the clerk's office since requirements can change.
Library Kiosk for Public Access
Stone County has a library kiosk that gives the public access to court records and legal resources without visiting the courthouse. These kiosks are part of the statewide AR Courthouse Kiosk Program, a partnership between the Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation, the Court Improvement Program, and the Administrative Office of the Courts. The kiosk lets you look up case information, print documents, find court forms, and apply for legal aid.
Having a kiosk at the library makes it easier for Stone County residents who may not be able to visit the courthouse during business hours or who need help navigating the court system. The kiosk is available at the Stone County library location during library hours.
For kiosk locations statewide and online resources, visit ARCourtKiosk.org. The program has installed over 112 kiosks across Arkansas with the goal of placing at least one in every county.
Note: Library kiosks provide free access to court forms and records but do not provide legal advice; for help with your specific situation, contact one of the legal aid organizations listed below.
How to Get Copies of Stone County Records
You can get copies of Stone County court records in person at 107 S Main, Suite D in Mountain View. Bring the case number or party names and payment for fees. Standard copies are $0.25 to $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 each.
Mail requests go to: Circuit Clerk, 107 S Main, Suite D, Mountain View, AR 72560. Include the case number or all party names, the type of document you need, your contact information, and a check or money order. Add a self-addressed stamped envelope if you want records returned by mail. Allow a few business days for processing.
Under Arkansas FOIA, court records are presumed public unless specifically exempt. The clerk must respond within three working days. If access is denied, you can call the Attorney General's FOI Hotline at 1-800-482-8982 for guidance.
Legal Aid and Self-Help
Free civil legal services are available to qualifying Stone County residents. Contact the Center for Arkansas Legal Services at (501) 376-3423 or Legal Aid of Arkansas at (870) 972-9224. Both organizations handle family law, housing, and other civil matters that go through the Stone County circuit court.
The Arkansas Judiciary website has downloadable court forms, self-help guides, and a directory of all court locations. Self-represented parties can find procedural information there for filing or responding to cases in Stone County circuit court.
Nearby Counties
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