Nevada County Dissolution of Marriage Records
Nevada County dissolution of marriage records are filed with the Circuit Clerk in Prescott and cover all cases handled in the county's circuit court. This page explains how to search, request, and access those records, whether you need a certified copy of a decree or just want to confirm a case was filed. The Circuit Clerk maintains both a separate county clerk office and a circuit clerk office, so knowing which one you need will save you time when you contact them directly.
Nevada County Overview
Nevada County Circuit Clerk Office
The Circuit Clerk for Nevada County is Rita Reyenga. The office is at 215 E. 2nd St. South, Suite 103, Prescott, AR 71857. You can reach the office by phone at (870) 887-2511. Nevada County has separate offices for the county clerk and the circuit clerk, so if you are looking for dissolution of marriage case files, you want the circuit clerk specifically. That is the office that handles all civil case filings, including family law matters.
Walk-in visits during normal business hours are the most direct way to get certified copies or review a case file. Staff can pull records by case number, party name, or filing year. If you are requesting copies by mail, include a written request with the full names of both parties and the approximate year of filing. The clerk will confirm fees before processing the copies.
Nevada County is in the 8th Judicial Circuit of Arkansas. Cases filed here fall under that circuit's docket and are indexed accordingly in both local records and the state's online case portal.
Search Nevada County Dissolution Cases Online
Arkansas CourtConnect is the state's public case lookup tool. You can use it to find Nevada County dissolution of marriage cases by party name or case number. The system shows case status, filing dates, and docket entries. It does not always include scanned documents, but it confirms whether a case exists and gives you the case number you need when contacting the clerk.
Visit CourtConnect to search Nevada County circuit court records online.
CourtConnect is updated regularly and covers cases across all Arkansas circuit courts. For older cases not yet in the system, you will need to contact the clerk's office directly.
The Nevada County profile on arcounties.org also provides general county information and contact details that can help you find the right office.
That resource lists contact information for multiple county offices and can help confirm which office handles the records you need.
Certified Copies and Record Requests
Certified copies of dissolution of marriage decrees cost $5 per page in Arkansas. The clerk's office will certify the document with a raised seal. You need a certified copy for legal purposes such as updating a name on a Social Security card, passport, or state ID. A plain copy will not work for those purposes.
To request a certified copy, you can visit in person or send a written request by mail. Include your full name, the other party's name, and the year the case was filed. Also include a self-addressed stamped envelope and a check or money order for the applicable fee. The clerk can confirm the exact amount before you send payment if you call ahead.
Note: Under Arkansas law, dissolution records are restricted to the parties and their immediate family for 50 years after the case closes. After that period, they become fully public. If you are not a party to the case, you may need to show proof of your relationship or provide authorization.
The Arkansas Department of Health also keeps a statewide index of divorce and dissolution filings going back to 1923. That office is at 4815 West Markham St, Slot 44, Little Rock, AR 72205. Phone: 800-462-0599. The ADH can provide a certificate of record for $10, though this is not the same as a certified copy of the court decree.
Filing for Dissolution of Marriage in Nevada County
To file in Nevada County, at least one spouse must have lived in Arkansas for 90 days before filing, as required by Ark. Code Ann. § 9-12-303. You file your petition with the Circuit Clerk in Prescott and pay the filing fee at that time.
Arkansas does not have no-fault divorce in the traditional sense. You must state a ground for dissolution. Common grounds include general indignities under Ark. Code Ann. § 9-12-301(b)(3)(C) or an 18-month separation under § 9-12-301(b)(5). After filing, a 30-day waiting period applies before a final decree can be entered, per § 9-12-307(a)(1)(B).
The filing fee is approximately $165, though it can vary slightly. Court costs may apply on top of that. Ask the clerk for the current fee schedule when you file.
Legal Help and Resources
If you need help understanding the process or cannot afford an attorney, Arkansas Legal Aid and the AR Law Help website both offer guidance. You can reach legal aid services at (501) 376-3423 or (870) 972-9224. The AR Law Help divorce page walks through the steps and links to forms you can fill out on your own.
Self-represented filers should ask the Circuit Clerk whether the county has a self-help packet or local forms. Some counties provide basic paperwork guides at the clerk's window. The clerk cannot give legal advice, but they can tell you what forms are required and how to submit them correctly.
If children are involved, the court will require a parenting plan and may set a hearing date separate from the final decree hearing. Cases with contested property or child custody typically take longer than uncontested ones.
Nearby Counties
Nevada County borders several other Arkansas counties, each with its own circuit court. If you are unsure which county to file in or which county holds a record you need, the neighboring counties are listed below.