Little Rock Dissolution of Marriage Records

Little Rock residents file dissolution of marriage cases at the Pulaski County Circuit Court, which holds all divorce decrees, case filings, and related documents for the city. This page helps you find and search those records through the court clerk's office and online tools available to the public.

Where Little Rock Dissolution Cases Are Filed

All dissolution of marriage cases for Little Rock residents go through Pulaski County Circuit Court. The Circuit Clerk is Terri Hollingsworth. The main office sits at 401 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72201. The clerk's office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Two separate divisions handle different parts of the process. The Chancery/Probate division handles divorce filings and name change requests -- reach them at (501) 340-8411. The Civil division manages related civil matters and can be reached at (501) 340-8431. The main clerk line is (501) 340-8500. If you are not sure which number to call, start with the main line and they will route you to the right place.

Certified copies of dissolution decrees cost $5.00 each. The clerk's office can provide copies in person or by mail. If you want copies by mail, send a written request with the case number, the full names of both parties, the year the case was filed, and a check or money order made out to Pulaski County Circuit Clerk. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope for faster turnaround.

Search Little Rock Dissolution of Marriage Cases Online

The state's CourtConnect portal at caseinfo.arcourts.gov lets you search Pulaski County Circuit Court records by name or case number. The search is free and open to anyone. You can view case status, hearing dates, and some filing documents without creating an account.

CourtConnect pulls live data from the Arkansas courts system. Results for dissolution cases show the parties involved, the filing date, the assigned judge, and current case status. Note that some sensitive documents -- such as those involving minor children -- may be restricted from public view. What you can see online is the docket and general case information, not always the full text of decrees or orders.

The Pulaski County Circuit Clerk's website also has search tools and information about how to request records in person or by mail. Check there for updates on fees or any changes to office procedures.

Arkansas Department of Health Records in Little Rock

The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) maintains a statewide index of divorce records from 1923 onward. The ADH office is located right here in Little Rock at 4815 West Markham Street, Slot 44, Little Rock, AR 72205. Walk-in service is available during business hours. You can also call (800) 462-0599 to request records by phone or mail.

ADH records are statistical in nature -- they confirm that a divorce was granted and list the names, dates, and counties. They do not contain the full text of the decree or any property agreements. For the actual court order, you need to go to the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk. But if you just need proof that a dissolution occurred in Arkansas, an ADH record may be sufficient and can often be obtained more quickly than a certified court copy.

Arkansas Code Ann. § 20-18-305 limits who can access certain vital records. Divorce records become fully public after 50 years. Requests within that window require proof that the requester is one of the parties named in the record or a close family member. The ADH office can walk you through what documents you need to provide when you submit your request.

Little Rock City Clerk and What It Does Not Hold

The Little Rock City Clerk is Allison Segars, located at 500 West Markham Street, Room 200, Little Rock, AR 72201. Phone: (501) 371-6803. The city clerk manages official city records -- ordinances, resolutions, council minutes, and city contracts. The clerk does not hold dissolution of marriage records. Those stay with the county court system.

This distinction matters. Some people assume the city clerk can help with divorce records because the city and county seat share the same address. They cannot. The Pulaski County Circuit Clerk at 401 West Markham is the right place for dissolution cases. The two offices are separate even though they are nearby.

The City Clerk's office screenshot below shows the services available through the city -- note that court records are not among them.

Learn more about the city clerk's services at littlerock.gov/government/city-clerks-office/.

The city clerk handles municipal records only. For dissolution of marriage cases, contact the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk's office.

Freedom of Information Requests in Little Rock

Arkansas has a strong open records law under Ark. Code Ann. § 25-19-105. Most court records, including dissolution filings, are public records by default. However, if you want records from city departments -- such as police reports related to a domestic case or city attorney files -- you submit a FOIA request through the City Attorney's Office.

The Little Rock FOIA portal page walks you through how to make a request to city agencies. Court records themselves are requested directly from the Circuit Clerk, not through a FOIA request. FOIA applies more to executive branch records (police, city departments) than to judicial records. The Little Rock FOIA page explains the process for city records.

City FOIA requests cover police and municipal records. Dissolution of marriage court records are obtained from the Circuit Clerk directly.

Arkansas Dissolution Law: What Little Rock Filers Need to Know

Arkansas is not a pure no-fault divorce state. You need to cite legal grounds when you file. The most common grounds are general indignities (Ark. Code Ann. § 9-12-301(b)(3)(C)) and 18-month separation (§ 9-12-301(b)(5)). General indignities covers a broad range of conduct that makes life together intolerable. The 18-month separation ground is straightforward if both parties have lived apart that long.

Residency is required. At least one spouse must have lived in Arkansas for 60 days before filing and must be a state resident at the time of filing (§ 9-12-303). There is also a 30-day waiting period after service before a court can enter a final decree (§ 9-12-307(a)(1)(B)). That 30-day clock starts from the date the other spouse is served, not from the filing date. Contested cases take longer depending on the issues involved.

If you need help understanding the process, AR Law Help provides free plain-language guides on Arkansas divorce and dissolution law. The Center for Arkansas Legal Services at (501) 376-3423 serves the Little Rock area and may be able to provide direct legal help if you qualify based on income.

Pulaski County Circuit Clerk Records Search

The screenshot below shows the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk's online records portal. You can search for dissolution of marriage cases and other court filings through this tool. Visit pulaskiclerkar.gov for more details on available records and how to request copies.

The Pulaski County Circuit Clerk maintains all dissolution of marriage records for Little Rock and other cities in the county. Certified copies are $5.00 each.

Nearby Cities With Dissolution of Marriage Records

Other cities in Pulaski County also file their dissolution cases at the same Pulaski County Circuit Court. If you need records from a case filed by someone in a neighboring city, the process is the same. The cities listed below have their own pages with local details.

• North Little Rock -- Pulaski County, same Circuit Clerk
• Jacksonville -- Pulaski County, same Circuit Clerk
• Maumelle -- Pulaski County, same Circuit Clerk

Bryant is also nearby. Its dissolution records are filed with Saline County Circuit Court, not Pulaski County. Keep that in mind if you are searching for a case involving someone who lives in Bryant.