Search Faulkner County Dissolution of Marriage Records
Faulkner County dissolution of marriage records are filed with Circuit Clerk Nancy Eastham in Conway and are searchable online through Arkansas CourtConnect. This page explains how to find divorce cases, request certified copies of decrees, and access free legal help for Faulkner County residents.
Faulkner County Overview
Faulkner County Circuit Clerk Dissolution of Marriage Records
Circuit Clerk Nancy Eastham and her staff handle all dissolution of marriage filings for Faulkner County. The office is at 724 Locust Ave., Conway, AR 72034. Mailing address is P.O. Box 9, Conway, AR 72033. Phone is (501) 450-4911. Fax is (501) 450-4948. Office hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. This is where all civil and domestic relations records are filed and stored for Faulkner County.
Court records in Faulkner County have been scanned and digitized going back to 2000. Electronic filing became available starting June 1, 2016, which means recent cases may have been filed digitally. The Circuit Clerk also manages the Business Information Systems (BIS) platform for electronic land recording, though that's separate from dissolution records. Certified copies of dissolution decrees cost $5 per copy and can be requested in person or by mail.
For mail requests, send the full names of both parties, the approximate year of filing, your return address, a daytime phone number, and a check or money order for the correct fee. Make the check payable to Faulkner County Circuit Clerk. The office can also confirm whether a record exists by phone before you submit a formal request.
The Faulkner County Circuit Clerk also administers a Veteran Reward Program. This is not related to dissolution records but is available to qualifying veterans through the same office.
The Faulkner County Circuit Clerk website has detailed contact information, office hours, and guidance on how to access dissolution of marriage records. Visit Faulkner County Circuit Clerk for current details.
The Circuit Clerk page lists staff information, office procedures, and how to request certified copies of dissolution of marriage case records in Conway.
Search Faulkner County Dissolution Cases Online
Arkansas CourtConnect at caseinfo.arcourts.gov includes Faulkner County dissolution of marriage cases. The portal is free and requires no login. You can search by the name of either party, by case number, or by case type. Results show the filing date, current status, and parties involved. This is useful for verifying a case exists and getting the case number you need before contacting the Circuit Clerk for certified copies.
Since Faulkner County records have been digitized back to 2000, CourtConnect will typically include cases going back at least that far. For cases from before 2000, contact the Circuit Clerk directly. Staff can search physical records that aren't part of the online system. Electronic filing has been available since June 2016, so newer cases are likely fully digital.
A separate resource at Faulkner County Divorce Records provides additional context about what records exist in the county and how to access them. This is a third-party reference site, so always verify any information found there through the official Circuit Clerk or CourtConnect.
Note: CourtConnect shows case-level data. To get actual documents or certified copies of decrees, you must contact the Faulkner County Circuit Clerk's office directly.
The Faulkner County divorce records resource provides useful reference information about accessing dissolution of marriage records in Conway and Faulkner County. Visit Faulkner County Divorce Records for more.
This resource covers the types of dissolution records available in Faulkner County and how to navigate both the Circuit Clerk and online tools to find them.
Certified Copies of Faulkner County Divorce Decrees
Certified copies of Faulkner County dissolution of marriage decrees are available from the Circuit Clerk for $5 per copy. These are full court documents with the judge's signature and the court seal. You'll need this type of copy for legal proceedings, property transfers, and name change petitions that require showing the specific decree language. Request in person at 724 Locust Ave. or by mail at P.O. Box 9, Conway, AR 72033.
The Arkansas Department of Health issues divorce certificates for $10 per copy. These shorter documents confirm a divorce occurred but don't include the decree's terms. ADH records go back to 1923 and are restricted to parties, their children, parents, and grandparents. You must show a government-issued photo ID. ADH is at 4815 West Markham St, Slot 44, Little Rock, AR 72205. Phone is (800) 462-0599. Hours are 8 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
The right choice depends on what you need. ADH certificates work for proving a divorce took place. Circuit Clerk copies are needed when specific decree terms are required. If you're not sure which one, the Circuit Clerk staff can often tell you by phone.
Arkansas Dissolution of Marriage Law and Faulkner County
Arkansas does not allow no-fault divorce in the same way many other states do. A legal ground must be stated in the petition under Ark. Code Ann. § 9-12-301. The most commonly used grounds in Faulkner County, as in the rest of the state, are general indignities under § 9-12-301(b)(3)(C) and 18-month separation under § 9-12-301(b)(5). General indignities covers repeated acts of contempt, disrespect, and hostility that make the marriage unworkable. Separation for 18 consecutive months is used when both parties have lived apart for that full period.
Residency requirements under § 9-12-303 say you must live in Arkansas for 60 days before filing. After the other party is served, a 30-day wait applies before the case can be finalized per § 9-12-307(a)(1)(B). The total minimum timeline is about 90 days from the first filing to the final decree.
Faulkner County dissolution records are public under Administrative Order No. 19. Arkansas FOIA at Ark. Code Ann. § 25-19-105 supports public access to court records. Some records may carry restrictions under Ark. Code Ann. § 20-18-305, which can limit access for up to 50 years on certain vital records. Check with the Circuit Clerk if you're unsure about a specific case.
Legal Help for Faulkner County Dissolution Cases
Several resources exist for Faulkner County residents who need help with a dissolution of marriage case. The Center for Arkansas Legal Services can be reached at (501) 376-3423. Legal Aid of Arkansas is at (870) 972-9224. Both provide free or reduced-cost civil legal help based on income. Faulkner County, with Conway as its seat, is within the service area of both organizations. Call to ask about eligibility and what help is available.
AR Law Help at arlawhelp.org is a free online resource with plain-language guides on Arkansas divorce law, court forms, and a step-by-step walkthrough for people filing without an attorney. The Arkansas Bar Association's lawyer referral line at (501) 375-4606 can point you toward an attorney in the Conway area if you decide you want private legal representation.
Note: Circuit Clerk staff cannot give legal advice. They can confirm whether a record exists and assist with copy requests, but for legal strategy or form help, you need an attorney or legal aid organization.
Nearby Counties
Faulkner County is in central Arkansas. These counties share borders with Faulkner County and each has its own Circuit Clerk office handling dissolution of marriage records.