Search Searcy County Phone Directory

The Searcy County Phone Directory collects office phone numbers, mailing addresses, and contact listings for government agencies serving Marshall and the surrounding Ozark Mountain area. Searcy County had a population of 7,828 as of the 2020 Census, making it one of the smaller counties in the state. Marshall serves as the county seat. Whether you need the assessor, the circuit clerk, the sheriff, or a public records contact, this directory brings the information together in one place so you can find the right number without searching multiple sites.

Searcy County Government Phone Listings

County Judge Tony Horton serves as the chief executive for Searcy County and can be reached at (870) 448-3554, P.O. Box 1370, Marshall, AR 72650. The judge oversees road maintenance, county facilities, and emergency management. General county business inquiries start here. The Searcy County Government website provides department links and online service information.

Sheriff Kenny Cassell handles law enforcement at (870) 448-2340. The Tax Collector function runs through the sheriff's office at (870) 448-5050. Treasurer Mary Beth Martin manages county finances at (870) 448-3828. These offices follow standard state government hours with closures on recognized state holidays. The Quorum Court meets on a set schedule with meetings open to the public under Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-101 et seq.

Given Searcy County's small size, some departments share staff or are handled by the same officer. Confirm which office handles a specific matter by calling the county judge's office first if you are unsure where to direct your inquiry. Road maintenance for the county's mountain roads is a significant operating function given the rugged terrain.

Searcy County Assessor Phone Directory

Assessor Randy Crumley maintains property records for all of Searcy County. The office number is (870) 448-2464, fax (870) 448-2496, at P.O. Box 1335, Marshall, AR 72650. The Arkansas Counties Association Searcy County page carries current officer contact information and links to property search tools.

The image below is sourced from the Arkansas Counties Searcy County listing, which shows assessor and officer information for the county.

The statewide association page is updated after each election cycle, making it a reliable source for current officer names and direct contact numbers.

Searcy County's rugged Ozark terrain means property records include mountain tracts, timber lands, livestock properties, and recreational land. Personal property must be assessed by May 31 each year to avoid a 10% late penalty. Homestead credits of up to $600 annually are available for qualified primary residences. Senior citizens age 65 and older may qualify for the Amendment 79 property tax freeze. Disabled veterans can also apply for additional tax relief through the assessor's office. Assessment appeals go to the County Equalization Board in Marshall.

Circuit Clerk Contact Listings for Searcy County

Clerk/Circuit Clerk Cassy Ward handles both county clerk and circuit clerk duties for Searcy County. The main number is (870) 448-3807, fax (870) 448-5005, at P.O. Box 998, Marshall, AR 72650. The clerk's office maintains marriage licenses, assumed name certificates, and official county documents. As the ex-officio recorder, this office records and indexes deeds, deeds of trust, mortgages, and liens.

Recording fees are $15 for the first page and $5 for each additional page, consistent with statewide standards. Court records on file include civil, criminal, probate, and domestic relations cases. Probate records -- estates, guardianships, conservatorships -- are public under Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-105 unless a judge has sealed them. Marriage licenses and passport services are also handled here.

The clerk manages jury selection for circuit court proceedings in Searcy County. For court records not available through the statewide online system, call (870) 448-3807 to inquire about availability and how to request copies. Under § 25-19-105, the custodian must respond to a written records request within three business days.

Searcy County Court Records Online Search

Searcy County court records are included in the statewide Arkansas AOC Case Information System. Search by party name or case number to find civil, criminal, and probate filings. The Arkansas Court Case Search portal is an alternate entry point to the same database. Both systems cover all 75 Arkansas counties.

Online access is governed by Administrative Order 19, which sets limits on what types of court records are visible to the public. Juvenile cases, adoption filings, and sealed records are not shown in public search results. For those, you need a court order or direct contact with the circuit clerk's office in Marshall.

The Arkansas Judicial Branch website lists circuit court offices, judge assignments, and hearing schedules. Searcy County falls within the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit, which covers several Ozark counties. Court calendar information is available through the statewide portal for tracking hearings and case events.

Public Records Access in Searcy County

Any person can request public records from Searcy County offices under Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-101 et seq. Written requests are recommended. Address your request to the custodian at the office holding the records you need. The agency must respond within three business days. If the request will cost more than $25 to fulfill, the custodian must notify you first under § 25-19-105(d)(3)(A)(iii). You can ask for a cost estimate before deciding whether to proceed.

The Arkansas FOIA portal has sample request language and a guide to the process. Most basic records -- deed copies, court dockets, assessment data -- cost very little. The Arkansas Attorney General issues FOIA opinions and can help resolve disputes about public records access if a request is denied without proper justification.

Property and Tax Contacts for Searcy County

Online property search tools covering Searcy County include ACTDataScout and ARCountyData.com. Both portals let you search by owner name, address, or parcel number for ownership details, assessed values, and property data. The NETR Online Arkansas directory lists direct phone numbers for assessors, recorders, and tax collectors across all 75 counties.

For state-level resources, the Arkansas Secretary of State at (501) 682-1010 handles business entity records. Search by company name to find registered agents and business addresses for companies operating in Searcy County. Vital records for the county -- birth, death, marriage -- are held by the Arkansas Department of Health at (501) 661-2336 in Little Rock, with records going back to 1914.

Historical records for Searcy County may be found through the Arkansas State Archives. The archives hold older county documents, land records, and court dockets that predate electronic systems. The Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration handles state tax and vendor records for businesses with state contracts in the area.

Buffalo National River and Searcy County Phone Contacts

The Buffalo National River runs through Searcy County with the Tyler Bend Visitors Center serving as a main access point. The center is located at 170 Ranger Road, St. Joe, AR 72675, and can be reached at (870) 861-2571. The Tyler Bend Visitors Center page on the National Park Service website lists current ranger contacts and park information for the Searcy County section of the river.

National Park Service administrative records are governed by federal open records law. The park coordinates with Searcy County emergency services for river rescues and public safety events. Special permits are required for certain activities within the national park boundaries. For canoe rentals and river access, the center can direct you to local outfitters in the area.

The image below comes from the Searcy County Government website, the main public portal for county departments and contact information.

The county site links to department pages and provides a current listing of office contacts and public services for residents and visitors in the Marshall area.

Nearby Counties in the Searcy County Phone Directory

Searcy County is in the north-central Ozarks and borders several other Arkansas counties. Contact listings for neighboring areas are on these pages:

• Marion County -- to the north, county seat Yellville
• Baxter County -- to the northeast, county seat Mountain Home
• Stone County -- to the east, county seat Mountain View
• Van Buren County -- to the south, county seat Clinton
• Pope County -- to the southwest, county seat Russellville
• Newton County -- to the west, county seat Jasper

The nearby city of Russellville in Pope County has its own directory page with contacts for city-level offices in the Arkansas River Valley. The Arkansas County Assessors Association maintains a full statewide officer directory updated after each election cycle for all 75 counties.