Phone Directory in Pope County
The Pope County Phone Directory brings together contact listings for county offices, courts, and public agencies serving Russellville and the surrounding region. Pope County sits in the Arkansas River Valley in north-central Arkansas, with Russellville as the county seat. It is among the more populous counties in the state. Whether you need the assessor's office, the circuit clerk, the sheriff, or a state-level agency that serves the area, this directory helps you find the right phone number and address without guesswork. Use this page to locate contacts and learn how to request public records.
Pope County Government Phone Listings
Pope County government is based in Russellville. The county judge serves as the chief executive officer, overseeing road maintenance, county facilities, and emergency management. General inquiries about county services go through the county judge's office in the Pope County Courthouse. The County Clerk maintains official records -- meeting minutes, assumed name certificates, voter registration, and election materials.
The sheriff heads law enforcement and operates the county jail. Non-emergency calls about policing in Russellville or other parts of Pope County go through the sheriff's department. The county treasurer handles county finances, and the collector processes property tax payments. All of these offices are housed at or near the courthouse in Russellville.
The Quorum Court meets on a set schedule to handle county business. Its meetings are open to the public under Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-101 et seq. and meeting agendas are public records available from the county clerk's office.
Note: Pope County offices in Russellville follow standard Arkansas government hours and are typically closed on state-recognized holidays.
Pope County Assessor Phone Directory
Pope County Assessor Dana Baker is listed by the Arkansas County Assessors Association with office contact at (479) 968-7418, fax (479) 968-4571, located at 100 West Main, Russellville, AR 72801. Baker also serves on the AAC Board of Directors, which means her contact information is current and easily verified through statewide association resources.
The image below is sourced from the Arkansas Counties Association Pope County page, which carries the assessor's current contact details and links to property search tools.
This statewide association page is updated following each election and provides reliable officer contact information for all 75 Arkansas counties.
The assessor's office handles all real property and personal property assessments in Pope County. Real estate assessments run on a four-year reappraisal cycle as required by Arkansas law. Personal property -- vehicles, equipment, and business assets -- must be assessed by May 31 each year. Missing the deadline triggers a 10% late penalty. Homestead credits of up to $600 annually are available for primary residences. Senior citizens may qualify for property tax freezes under Amendment 79 of the Arkansas Constitution. Contact the assessor's office directly to apply.
Circuit Clerk Court Records in Pope County
The Pope County Circuit Clerk maintains all court records, land filings, and recording services for the county. The circuit clerk's office is located in the Pope County Courthouse in Russellville. Court records include civil, criminal, probate, and domestic relations cases. As the ex-officio recorder, the circuit clerk records and indexes deeds, deeds of trust, mortgages, liens, and plat maps.
Recording fees are $15 for the first page and $5 for each additional page. Documents must be on 8.5 x 11-inch paper with proper margins to be accepted. Marriage licenses are issued from this office, and passport services are available. Probate records -- estates, guardianships, conservatorships -- are public records under Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-101 et seq. unless sealed by court order.
The circuit clerk manages the jury pool for Pope County court proceedings. Court calendars and hearing schedules for the circuit are available for reference. For the current circuit clerk's name and direct phone number, check the Arkansas Counties Pope County page.
Tip: Call the Pope County Circuit Clerk before visiting in person to confirm that the specific records you need are on file at the courthouse and not archived offsite.
Pope County Court Records Online Search
Statewide court records for Pope County are searchable through the Arkansas AOC Case Information System. Search by name, case number, or attorney to find civil, criminal, and probate filings. The system is run by the Arkansas Administrative Office of the Courts and covers all 75 counties.
The Arkansas Court Case Search portal is another route to the same statewide index. Both systems operate under Administrative Order 19, which sets the rules for public online access to court records in Arkansas. Juvenile cases, adoption filings, and sealed records are not visible through public searches.
The Arkansas Judicial Branch site has resources for finding court offices, checking dockets, and understanding how cases move through the system. Pope County falls within the Fifth Judicial District, which covers several River Valley counties. You can verify which judge is assigned to a case and when hearings are scheduled through the statewide court portal.
Public Records Requests and FOIA in Pope County
Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-101 et seq. is the state Freedom of Information Act. It applies to all Pope County government offices. Any person -- resident or not -- may submit a written FOIA request to the appropriate records custodian. The agency must respond within three business days.
Address your request to the department that holds the records. For county business records, the county clerk is the right custodian. For court filings, write to the circuit clerk. For property data, the assessor handles those inquiries. The Arkansas FOIA portal has sample request language and guidance on the process.
Under § 25-19-105(d)(3)(A)(iii), if your request will cost more than $25 to fulfill, the custodian must notify you before beginning. You can ask for a cost estimate first and decide whether to proceed. Many basic records -- docket copies, assessment data, deed images -- cost very little. The Arkansas Attorney General publishes FOIA opinions and can help resolve disputes about access.
Property and Tax Contact Lookup for Pope County
Online property search tools covering Pope County include ACTDataScout and ARCountyData.com. Both portals let you search by owner name, property address, or parcel number to find ownership details, assessment values, and property tax data. These tools are useful for verifying a mailing address or confirming who holds a specific parcel.
The NETR Online Arkansas directory lists assessor, recorder, and tax collector phone numbers for all counties. It is a quick reference when you need to look up a Pope County office number or need a nearby county's contact information fast.
The Arkansas Secretary of State at (501) 682-1010 is the place to look up businesses registered in Pope County. The Secretary of State's business search portal lists registered agents, entity addresses, and current standing status for all Arkansas corporations and LLCs. This is useful if you are trying to reach a business operating in the Russellville area.
Note: The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration handles state tax records and vendor data, which may be useful if you are researching a business or contractor with state contracts in Pope County.
State Resources That Serve Pope County
The Arkansas General Assembly website carries the full legislative directory, including contact numbers for state senators and representatives whose districts include Pope County. The Assembly Directory lists phone numbers for both Little Rock and district offices. Use it to reach your local representative.
Vital records for Pope County residents -- birth certificates, death records, marriage certificates -- are held by the Arkansas Department of Health at (501) 661-2336, 4815 West Markham Street, Little Rock. Records go back to 1914 for births and deaths, and 1917 for marriages. In-person, mail, and online request options are available.
The Arkansas State Archives holds historical government records for all counties, including older directories, court dockets, and land records that predate modern electronic systems. Researchers working on Russellville or Pope County history may find useful materials there. The archives coordinate with county historical societies for materials held locally.
Nearby Counties in the Pope County Phone Directory
Pope County is in the River Valley region and borders several other counties. Directory contacts for neighboring areas are on these pages:
- Yell County -- to the south, county seat Danville and Dardanelle
- Johnson County -- to the northwest, county seat Clarksville
- Franklin County -- to the west, county seat Ozark
- Conway County -- to the east, county seat Morrilton
- Van Buren County -- to the northeast, county seat Clinton
- Searcy County -- to the north, county seat Marshall
The Arkansas County Assessors Association maintains a full contact roster for elected county officers across all 75 Arkansas counties, updated after each election cycle.