Newton County Phone Directory
The Newton County Phone Directory gives you direct access to contact listings for county offices, courts, law enforcement, and public agencies based in Jasper, Arkansas. Whether you need to reach the Sheriff's office, look up a court record, or find property information, this directory covers the key resources for Newton County residents. The county sits in the rugged Ozark Mountains of northwest Arkansas, and its offices serve a small but active population spread across remote terrain. Use the search tool below or browse by office type to find the contact info you need.
Newton County Office Contact Directory
Most county offices in Newton County are located in or near the historic courthouse in Jasper. The building is worth noting: after the original courthouse burned in 1938, the current structure was built with granite quarried from the Little Buffalo River, and every room functions as a fireproof vault. The cornerstone reads "U.S.A. - 1939 - WPA," a reminder of post-Depression federal construction programs. That kind of detail matters when you are dealing with records that go back decades.
The Assessor's office is run by Stephen Willis. You can reach that office by phone at (870) 446-2937 or by fax at (870) 446-0093. The mailing address is P.O. Box 45, Jasper, AR 72641. The Assessor handles real estate and personal property assessments, homestead credits, and senior tax relief programs. Personal property must be assessed by May 31 each year to avoid a 10 percent late penalty.
The County Clerk and Circuit Clerk functions are both handled by Donnie Davis. That office number is (870) 446-5125, fax (870) 446-5755, mailing address P.O. Box 410, Jasper, AR 72641. As Circuit Clerk, the office serves as the ex-officio recorder for deeds, mortgages, and liens. It also holds civil, criminal, probate, and domestic relations case records. Marriage licenses, passport services, and jury management all run through this office as well.
The Sheriff's office, led by Glenn Wheeler, is your main point of contact for law enforcement matters. Call (870) 446-5124 or fax (870) 446-2106. Mail goes to P.O. Box 312, Jasper, AR 72641. The office handles incident reports, accident reports, civil process service, concealed carry permits, and 911 dispatch for the county. Given Newton County's remote mountain terrain, search and rescue coordination is also part of what the Sheriff's team does regularly.
Note: Newton County offices follow standard state holiday closures; call ahead before visiting to confirm hours and staff availability.
Search Newton County Phone Listings Online
The Arkansas County Assessors Association page for Newton County gives you direct access to assessor contact info and county-level listings. It is a reliable starting point for property-related phone numbers and office details.
For broader property searches, two state portals are useful. The ARCountyData property portal provides free access to real estate records by owner name, address, or parcel number for participating Arkansas counties. The ACTDataScout system also covers Newton County real property records and links directly to tax and ownership data. Both tools are free to use and do not require creating an account.
For court records, the Arkansas Administrative Office of the Courts case search lets you look up civil, criminal, and domestic cases by name or case number. Administrative Order 19 governs how Arkansas courts handle online access to case information, so some records may be restricted depending on the case type. The system covers records from circuit courts in all 75 counties, including Newton.
Newton County Court Records and Circuit Clerk
Newton County is served by the circuit court system. The Circuit Clerk's office at (870) 446-5125 is where you start for any court-related record requests. That office maintains civil filings, criminal case records, probate matters, and domestic relations cases. The clerk also handles land records in the role of ex-officio recorder. Deed and mortgage recording fees follow state standards: $15.00 for the first page, $5.00 for each page after that.
The Arkansas Court Case Search portal is the online tool for pulling case status, party names, and hearing dates without going to the courthouse in person. Keep in mind that older paper records may only be available by contacting the clerk directly. Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-105 requires custodians to make public records available on request, so the clerk must provide access to non-restricted case documents.
Probate records, estates, and guardianship filings are also maintained through the Circuit Clerk. If you are doing estate research or checking on a guardianship case, those records are open to the public during regular business hours. Passport application services are another lesser-known resource at the clerk's office, useful for residents who do not want to travel to a larger city for that service.
Note: Under Administrative Order 19, certain sensitive case types such as juvenile records and some domestic matters are not accessible through online search tools.
Newton County Assessor and Property Phone Records
The assessor's office in Newton County keeps records on every piece of real estate and personal property in the county. That includes vehicles, farm equipment, boats, and business assets. If you need to look up who owns a parcel, check an assessed value, or verify a property address, the assessor is your first call at (870) 446-2937.
The Newton County page on the Arkansas County Assessors Association site outlines the assessor's responsibilities and links to useful state resources. Under Amendment 79 of the Arkansas Constitution, qualifying senior citizens age 65 and older can apply for a property tax freeze through the assessor's office. The homestead credit, worth up to $600 per year for primary residences, is also applied through this office. Both programs require an initial application, so it is worth calling to ask if you qualify.
The screenshot below shows the assessor listing page, which is a good reference for verifying current contact details for Newton County property matters.
The Arkansas County Assessors Association directory for Newton County provides the current assessor's contact listing and program links.
This page confirms current office contact details and links to statewide assessment program resources used by Newton County.
Public Records Requests in Newton County
Arkansas has one of the strongest public records laws in the country. The Arkansas Freedom of Information Act, codified at Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-101 et seq., gives residents the right to inspect and copy government records. That covers phone directories, staff rosters, meeting minutes, contracts, and a wide range of other documents held by county offices.
To submit a records request in Newton County, contact the custodian of the specific record you want. For county government records, that usually means the County Clerk at (870) 446-5125. For law enforcement records like incident reports, contact the Sheriff's office at (870) 446-5124. Under § 25-19-105, custodians must respond within three business days. If a request involves significant copying costs exceeding $25, the county may charge under § 25-19-105(d)(3)(A)(iii).
The Arkansas FOIA portal offers guidance on how to write and submit a request. The state's Attorney General's office also publishes FOIA opinions that interpret what agencies are and are not required to disclose. If you run into a denial, the AG's office is a useful resource for understanding your appeal options.
Note: Some records are exempt from FOIA, including sealed court records, certain personnel files, and active law enforcement investigation materials.
Newton County Sheriff and Law Enforcement Directory
The Newton County Sheriff's office is the primary law enforcement contact for the county. Sheriff Glenn Wheeler can be reached at (870) 446-5124. The office manages patrol, investigations, the county jail, and court security. Given the county's large share of public land, including the Ouachita National Forest and remote river corridors, search and rescue is a regular part of the workload.
Incident reports and accident reports from the Sheriff's office are available through a public records request. Call (870) 446-5124 to ask about the request process. The Sheriff's office also handles concealed carry permit applications and civil process service. If you need to serve legal papers on someone in Newton County, contact the Sheriff directly.
The county website at newtoncountyar.com lists current department contacts and public information for residents. The screenshot below shows the Newton County Sheriff's page as it appears on that site.
The Newton County Sheriff's office listing can be found at the official Newton County government site.
This view shows how law enforcement contact information is presented through the Newton County website for public access.
National Park and State Resources for Newton County
Newton County is home to a stretch of the Buffalo National River, America's first designated national river. The river corridor runs through the heart of the county, and the National Park Service manages access, permits, and safety operations for visitors and outfitters. The main NPS contact for the Buffalo National River is (870) 741-5443. The mailing address is 402 N. Walnut, Harrison, AR 72601.
The Park Service maintains records of special use permits, campground reservations, and commercial guiding licenses. Those records are federal rather than county records, but the Park coordinates closely with Newton County law enforcement for emergencies. If you are looking for a specific outfitter or guide service operating on the river, contacting the NPS office directly is the best route.
The Buffalo National River NPS page covers permit procedures, access points, and ranger contact information for the Newton County section of the river.
The NPS site gives details on permits, maps, and contact information for all access points within Newton County.
For state-level resources, the Arkansas State Archives holds historical records for Newton County including early court filings, land grants, and genealogical materials. The Arkansas Secretary of State is your starting point for business entity searches, and the Arkansas General Assembly site hosts the full text of state statutes including FOIA provisions.
Nearby County Phone Directories
Newton County borders several other Ozark counties, each with its own directory and office listings. If you need contact information for a neighboring area, these pages cover the adjacent counties.
- Boone County Phone Directory
- Searcy County Phone Directory
- Madison County Phone Directory
- Johnson County Phone Directory
- Pope County Phone Directory
The NETR Online Arkansas public records directory is another statewide index that lists assessor, recorder, and tax collector contact details for all 75 counties including Newton County and its neighbors.