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Pulaski County Criminal Records

What Is Pulaski County Criminal Records

Criminal records in Pulaski County are official government documents that chronicle an individual's interactions with the criminal justice system, from initial law enforcement contact through final court disposition. These records are maintained by multiple agencies across the county and state, each responsible for a distinct segment of the criminal justice process.

Arrest records document the act of taking an individual into custody and do not constitute proof of guilt. Conviction records, by contrast, reflect a formal finding of guilt following a plea or trial. Within the court system, offenses are classified as felonies—serious crimes carrying potential sentences of more than one year in a state correctional facility—or misdemeanors, which carry lesser penalties typically served in a county jail. Adult records are generally accessible to the public under Arkansas law, while juvenile records are confidential by statute and may be sealed or expunged upon the subject reaching adulthood. Active warrants represent current judicial orders for arrest, whereas historical records document past law enforcement actions that have been resolved.

The principal agencies maintaining Pulaski County criminal records include:

Pulaski County Sheriff's Office — maintains arrest records, booking information, and jail rosters
Little Rock Police Department — maintains arrest logs and incident reports for the City of Little Rock
Pulaski County Circuit Court — maintains case filings, arraignment records, pleas, trial transcripts, sentencing orders, and probation/parole documentation
Arkansas Division of Arkansas State Police — maintains the statewide criminal history repository

Criminal records typically contain charges filed, arraignment proceedings, entered pleas, trial outcomes, sentencing details, and any subsequent probation or parole conditions. Pursuant to Arkansas Code § 12-12-1001, the Arkansas State Police is designated as the central repository for criminal history records in the state.

Pulaski County Circuit Court 401 W. Markham St., Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 340-8500 Pulaski County Circuit Court

Pulaski County Sheriff's Office 3001 W. Roosevelt Rd., Little Rock, AR 72204 (501) 340-6900 Pulaski County Sheriff's Office

Arkansas State Police — Criminal History Records 1 State Police Plaza Dr., Little Rock, AR 72209 (501) 618-8500 Arkansas State Police

Are Criminal Records Public In Pulaski County

Criminal records in Pulaski County are presumptively open to the public under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Arkansas Code § 25-19-105, which mandates that public records be made available for inspection and copying during regular business hours. Under current law, the following categories of records are generally accessible to members of the public:

Adult conviction records and court dispositions
Arrest records and booking information
Court case filings, docket entries, and hearing schedules
Sentencing orders and probation terms
Sex offender registration information

Certain categories of records are restricted or exempt from public disclosure, including:

Records pertaining to ongoing criminal investigations, where disclosure would compromise law enforcement operations
Juvenile records, which are confidential pursuant to Arkansas Code § 9-27-309
Sealed or expunged records, which are treated as though they never existed following a court order
Victim identifying information in certain sensitive cases
Mental health and medical records associated with criminal proceedings

The Arkansas FOIA provides that any person denied access to public records may petition the circuit court for an order compelling disclosure. Agencies are required to respond to written requests within three business days.

How To Look Up Criminal Records In Pulaski County in 2026

Members of the public may obtain Pulaski County criminal records through several official channels. The following steps outline the process for accessing these records:

Step 1 — Identify the Appropriate Agency Determine which agency holds the records sought. Arrest and booking records are maintained by the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office or the arresting law enforcement agency. Court case records are held by the Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk's Office.

Step 2 — Submit a Written Request or Visit in Person Requests may be submitted in writing, by mail, or in person at the relevant agency. The Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk's Office accepts in-person requests at the courthouse during public counter hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Step 3 — Provide Identifying Information Requestors should supply the full legal name of the subject, date of birth, and any known case numbers to facilitate an accurate search.

Step 4 — Pay Applicable Fees Copying fees are assessed per page in accordance with the agency's published fee schedule. Certified copies carry an additional fee.

Step 5 — Request a Statewide Background Check For a comprehensive criminal history, members of the public may submit a name-based or fingerprint-based background check request to the Arkansas State Police through their online portal or by mail.

Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk's Office 401 W. Markham St., Suite 100, Little Rock, AR 72201 (501) 340-8520 Pulaski County Circuit Court Clerk

How To Find Criminal Records in Pulaski County Online?

Several official online portals currently provide access to Pulaski County criminal records without requiring an in-person visit.

Arkansas CourtConnect — Case Search Portal The Arkansas Judiciary operates the CourtConnect case search system, which allows members of the public to search circuit and district court case records statewide, including Pulaski County. Users may search by party name, case number, or attorney. The portal contains case filings, hearing dates, charges, dispositions, and sentencing information. No registration is required for basic public searches.

Pulaski County Jail Roster The Pulaski County Sheriff's Office maintains a current online jail roster listing individuals presently held in the Pulaski County Detention Facility. The roster includes the detainee's name, booking date, charges, and bond information. This resource reflects real-time custody status and is accessible through the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office website.

Arkansas Sex Offender Registry The Arkansas Crime Information Center maintains the Arkansas Sex Offender Registry, which is searchable by name, county, or ZIP code. This registry contains registration information for individuals convicted of qualifying sex offenses.

Arkansas State Police Background Check Portal The Arkansas State Police provides an online background check request system for name-based criminal history searches. This portal requires the submission of identifying information and payment of the applicable fee.

Records involving sealed cases, juvenile matters, and certain restricted proceedings are not available through any online portal and require a formal court order for access.

Can You Search Pulaski County Criminal Records for Free?

Under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act, § 25-19-105, members of the public have the right to inspect public records at no charge. The right of inspection is distinct from the right to obtain copies, for which agencies may assess a reasonable fee.

The following resources are currently available at no cost:

Arkansas CourtConnect — Free public access to circuit and district court case records, including Pulaski County, available at the CourtConnect portal
Pulaski County Jail Roster — Free online access to current inmate information through the Sheriff's Office website
Arkansas Sex Offender Registry — Free public search available through the Arkansas Crime Information Center
In-Person Inspection at the Circuit Court Clerk's Office — Members of the public may inspect court records at no charge during regular business hours

Fees are assessed for printed copies (typically $0.25–$0.50 per page), certified copies, and statewide background check reports processed by the Arkansas State Police. Fingerprint-based background checks carry a higher fee than name-based searches.

What's Included in a Pulaski County Criminal Record?

A complete Pulaski County criminal record may contain the following categories of information:

Identifying Information

Full legal name and known aliases
Date of birth and place of birth
Physical description (height, weight, eye color, hair color)
Booking photograph (mugshot)
Last known address
State Identification Number (SID) and FBI Number

Arrest Information

Date, time, and location of arrest
Arresting agency and officer
Booking number and facility
Charges filed at time of arrest
Bail or bond amount and conditions
Jail facility and custody status

Court Case Information

Case number and court of jurisdiction
Filing date and case type
Charges and applicable statutes (felony class or misdemeanor class)
Plea entered (guilty, not guilty, no contest)
Attorney of record and prosecuting agency

Disposition Information

Verdict (guilty, not guilty, dismissed, nolle prosequi)
Conviction date
Sentencing details (incarceration type and length, fines, restitution, community service, conditions)
Appeals filed and outcomes
Probation or parole terms and supervising agency

Additional Record Elements

Active or recalled warrants
Protective or restraining orders
Sex offender registration status
DUI/DWI adjudications
Traffic violations adjudicated in criminal court
Pending charges and scheduled hearing dates

How Long Does Pulaski County Keep Criminal Records?

Retention periods for criminal records in Pulaski County are governed by Arkansas law and the records retention schedules established by the Arkansas History Commission and the Arkansas Supreme Court.

Felony conviction records — Retained permanently by the Arkansas State Police and the Circuit Court
Misdemeanor conviction records — Retained for a minimum of five years following final disposition; many are retained permanently
Arrest records without conviction — Retained for a minimum of three years; subject to expungement petition under Arkansas law
Circuit court case files — Permanent retention for felony cases; misdemeanor case files retained for a minimum of five years per the Arkansas Supreme Court Records Retention Schedule
Juvenile records — Sealed upon the subject reaching age 18 or upon petition; destroyed after a statutory holding period pursuant to Arkansas Code § 9-27-309
Booking photographs and jail records — Retained for a minimum of three years by the Sheriff's Office

The Arkansas History Commission publishes the official Local Government Records Retention Schedule, which governs the minimum retention periods applicable to county agencies. Agencies may retain records beyond the minimum period at their discretion.