Little River County Phone Directory
The Little River County Phone Directory is the starting point for anyone who needs to reach a county office, look up a government contact, or find public records in the Ashdown area of southwest Arkansas. This directory covers the county clerk, circuit clerk, assessor, sheriff, tax collector, and other key offices. Whether you need a phone number for a routine records request or want to know which agency handles a specific type of document, this guide pulls the most useful contact lookup information together in one place. Little River County is a rural county with a tight-knit local government, and most residents find that calling directly gets faster results than waiting on mail.
Little River County Office Phone Numbers
Most county services in Little River County run out of the courthouse in Ashdown. The county seat is small enough that many departments share a building, but each office has its own direct line. Calling ahead is smart. Hours can vary by week, and some offices close early on Fridays.
The County Judge's office handles road maintenance, county budget matters, and general administrative questions. The County Clerk processes voter registration, maintains marriage records, and records certain official documents. For property-related questions, the Assessor and Tax Collector are separate offices with separate phone numbers even though they work closely together.
The Arkansas County Assessors Association directory for Little River County provides contact details for the local assessor's office including address and fax number. That page is a good first stop if you are not sure who handles a particular type of record.
Court-related calls should go to the Circuit Clerk. That office handles civil and criminal case records, probate filings, deed recordings, and marriage licenses. If you need a copy of a court document, start there. The Arkansas Freedom of Information Act, Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-101 et seq., gives the public a right to request copies of most government records, and the Circuit Clerk is a key custodian for many of them.
Note: When calling any Little River County office, have the full name and approximate date of the record you need ready before you dial.
Little River County Assessor Contact Info
The assessor's office is responsible for listing and valuing all real and personal property in the county. Property owners must file their personal property assessments each year between January 1 and May 31. Missing that window means a 10% late penalty gets added to your tax bill. Real property goes through a reappraisal cycle as required by state law.
The assessor also handles homestead credit applications, which can reduce your property tax bill by up to $600 per year on a primary residence. Senior residents age 65 and older may qualify for the property tax freeze under Amendment 79 of the Arkansas Constitution, which keeps the assessed value of their home from rising even if market values go up. The assessor's office can tell you whether you qualify and how to apply.
Property records for Little River County can also be searched online through ARCountyData.com, a statewide portal that gives free public access to real estate assessment data from participating counties. The site lets you search by owner name, address, or parcel number. It is a useful way to check assessed values or look up ownership before contacting the office directly.
For a broader county-by-county listing of assessor contacts across Arkansas, NETR Online's Arkansas public records directory lists assessor, recorder, and tax collector phone numbers by county.
Court Records and the Little River County Phone Directory
The Circuit Clerk is the go-to office for court-related records. Civil cases, criminal case dockets, probate files, and domestic relations filings all pass through the Circuit Clerk's hands. As the ex-officio recorder, the same office also handles deed recordings, mortgage documents, and liens on real property.
You can search Arkansas court records online using the Arkansas Court Case Search portal maintained by the Administrative Office of the Courts. This statewide system lets you search by party name or case number across most circuit courts in the state. Some older records may not be in the online system and will require a direct call or visit to the clerk's office in Ashdown.
Administrative Order 19 governs how Arkansas court records are made available online and what personal information can be displayed in those records. The order limits certain sensitive data from appearing in public-facing search results, but most case docket information remains open. If you need a certified copy of a court document, you will need to contact the clerk directly. The AOC system shows case information but does not produce certified copies.
Note: The Circuit Clerk's office in Ashdown can confirm current office hours and explain which forms are needed for certified copies of court records.
Public Records Requests in Little River County
Arkansas has a strong open-records law. Under § 25-19-105, custodians of public records must make documents available for inspection during normal business hours. Most requests are fulfilled on the spot or within a few business days. Written requests are not always required but are a good idea if you want a paper trail.
The Arkansas FOIA portal explains your rights under the Freedom of Information Act and gives guidance on how to submit formal requests. For records that involve personal data, the custodian may redact certain details before releasing documents, but the rest must be provided. If a request costs more than $25 to fulfill, § 25-19-105(d)(3)(A)(iii) allows the agency to recover actual costs.
For state-level records or records that span multiple counties, the Arkansas Secretary of State and the Department of Finance and Administration are useful resources. The Secretary of State maintains business entity records with contact information for registered agents statewide.
Little River County Assessor Listing Portal
The assessor listing page for Little River County on the Arkansas County Assessors Association website provides a quick snapshot of who holds the office and how to reach them. The Little River County assessor profile includes the mailing address, phone, and fax for the office.
The screenshot below was captured from the association's county directory page for Little River County.
This page is part of the statewide network maintained by the Arkansas County Assessors Association, which represents all 75 county assessors and provides a unified contact lookup directory for property assessment offices.
State Resources for Little River County Phone Listings
Beyond the local offices, several state agencies provide contact information relevant to Little River County residents. The Arkansas Administrative Office of the Courts case information system covers court records statewide and includes Little River County circuit court filings. That system is free to use for basic searches.
The Arkansas Crime Information Center maintains public safety databases including the state sex offender registry and missing persons information. These are statewide resources but accessible for research related to Little River County cases. ACIC works directly with local sheriffs and law enforcement across all 75 counties.
For vital records like birth, death, and marriage certificates, contact the Arkansas Department of Health at (501) 661-2336. Their office at 4815 West Markham Street in Little Rock handles statewide vital records requests. Some older marriage records may also be held at the local Circuit Clerk's office in Ashdown. The State Archives at arkansashistory.com is another resource for historical document research.
The Arkansas General Assembly website gives access to state statutes and the full legislative directory if you need to contact state representatives from the Little River County area.
Note: For records predating statehood or early county formation, the Arkansas State Archives holds historical documents that may not be available elsewhere.
Property Tax and Sheriff Contact Lookup
The Tax Collector handles property tax payments and maintains tax payment history for all parcels in the county. If you need a tax clearance letter for a property sale or motor vehicle registration, the Tax Collector is who to call. Taxes are generally due between March 1 and October 15 each year, and late penalties begin after that window closes.
The Sheriff's office is the primary law enforcement contact for unincorporated areas of Little River County. Incident reports and arrest records are available through a public records request to the Sheriff's office. The office can be reached by phone during regular hours, and deputies are on call around the clock.
For statewide law enforcement contacts and agency directories, the Arkansas State Police provides contact information for regional offices that serve southwest Arkansas. If you need records from the State Police rather than the local sheriff, their website explains the request process.
Browse Nearby Counties
Little River County sits in the southwest corner of Arkansas. Neighboring counties have their own offices and phone listings. Browse contact directories for nearby areas below.
Each county page has local office numbers, court record access links, and assessor contact info for that area.