Howard County Phone Directory

The Howard County Phone Directory brings together contact listings for county offices, courts, local agencies, and public services in Howard County, Arkansas. Whether you need a phone number for the circuit clerk, the assessor's office, or a state agency that serves the area, this directory gives you a clear place to start. Howard County is served by offices in Nashville, and many records can be searched online through state and county portals. Use the resources below to find the listings and contact info you need.

Howard County Phone Directory Listings

Howard County sits in southwest Arkansas with Nashville as the county seat. The county maintains several offices that handle public records, property data, and court filings. Each office has its own phone line and mailing address. Most residents start with the county clerk or circuit clerk when they need official records.

The circuit clerk's office in Nashville handles court filings and case records. You can call ahead to confirm hours before visiting in person. The county judge's office manages county administrative matters and can direct you to the right department for your request. Many routine inquiries can be handled by phone or email before you ever drive to the courthouse.

The Howard County assessor is listed through the Arkansas County Assessors Association. That page gives you the current assessor's name, address, and direct phone number. It is one of the fastest ways to get accurate contact info without calling a general switchboard first.

The state's ARCountyData property portal also covers Howard County property records. You can search by owner name, parcel number, or address at no charge.

Visit the Howard County assessor page through the Arkansas County Assessors Association to see the current contact listing and office details.

This listing shows the Howard County Assessor's contact details as maintained by the Arkansas County Assessors Association, which keeps all 75 county assessor listings current.

Court Records and Howard County Phone Listings

Court-related phone listings for Howard County fall under the Arkansas Judicial Branch. The circuit court handles civil, criminal, probate, and domestic matters. If you need to reach a judge's chamber or a court clerk, the Arkansas Judicial Branch website has a full directory of court contacts by county.

Case information can also be searched online. The Arkansas Administrative Office of the Courts case search portal lets you look up cases by name or case number. Results include party names, filing dates, and hearing schedules. This is a good first step before calling the courthouse directly.

Administrative Order 19 governs which court records are available online and which ones require an in-person request. Some sealed or sensitive filings are not listed publicly. If you do not find what you need online, call the Howard County Circuit Clerk in Nashville for help with older or restricted records.

Public Records and FOIA Contact Info

Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-101 et seq., the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act, gives the public the right to request records from any government body in the state. Howard County offices are subject to this law. Each county office must have a designated records custodian under § 25-19-105. That person is the right contact for formal records requests.

Most FOIA requests in Howard County are handled at the office level. You submit a written request to the relevant custodian, and they must respond within three business days. If a request is large or complex and the cost of producing records is likely to exceed $25, the custodian may require a deposit under § 25-19-105(d)(3)(A)(iii) before beginning work. For guidance on the request process, the Arkansas FOIA portal has forms and instructions.

The Arkansas Attorney General's office also provides FOIA opinions and guidance for both requesters and agencies. If a request is denied and you believe the denial is improper, the Attorney General's office is a useful resource.

Howard County Property and Tax Office Numbers

Property-related phone listings for Howard County include the assessor, tax collector, and circuit clerk. These offices work together on property records, so it helps to know which one to call first. The assessor sets property values. The tax collector handles payments and delinquent accounts. The circuit clerk records deeds and liens.

Amendment 79 of the Arkansas Constitution created a property tax freeze for seniors who qualify. If you are a Howard County resident over 65 and have questions about the freeze program, the assessor's office is the right place to call. They can tell you if your parcel is enrolled and what the current frozen value is.

The NETR Online Arkansas public records directory lists contact numbers for county recorders and tax collectors across the state, including the Howard County area. This can be a quick way to find a direct line when the main courthouse number is busy.

State Resources That Serve Howard County

Several state agencies provide phone listings and contact info that apply to Howard County residents. The Arkansas Secretary of State maintains business entity records and can be reached at 501-682-1010. If you need to verify a business license or find a registered agent for a company operating in Howard County, that is the right office to call.

The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration handles tax accounts, vendor records, and state employee directories. For questions about state contracts or procurement contacts tied to Howard County, DFA is the place to start.

Vital records including birth and death certificates are handled by the Arkansas Department of Health at (501) 661-2336. Marriage and divorce record requests also go through that office at 4815 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72205. County residents often call the state office directly for certified copies of vital documents.

Historical contact directories and older government records for Howard County may be found at the Arkansas State Archives. The archives hold city directories and county records dating back to the territorial era, which can be useful for genealogical research or verifying historical addresses.

Finding Contact Listings Through the Legislature

The Arkansas General Assembly website maintains a state government directory linking to contact pages for all branches of state government. If you need to reach a state agency that serves Howard County or find the district office for your state representative, the Assembly directory is a solid resource. The Assembly Directory page lists all 135 state legislators with their Capitol and district office phone numbers.

Howard County falls within specific house and senate districts. Your district legislators may hold offices or regular office hours in the Nashville area. Their staff can often direct you to the right state agency contact when local listings are unclear.

Nearby Counties in the Phone Directory

If you need listings for counties near Howard County, the following pages cover their office contacts and records resources. Each county has its own circuit clerk, assessor, and tax collector with separate phone lines.

• Sevier County Phone Directory
• Pike County Phone Directory
• Hempstead County Phone Directory
• Nevada County Phone Directory
• Little River County Phone Directory