Search Boone County Divorce Records
Boone County divorce records are held by the Circuit Clerk in Harrison and are searchable online through the state's free CourtConnect portal. This guide explains how to find and obtain divorce records in Boone County, whether you need to look up a case, get a certified copy of a divorce decree, or find the difference between what the Circuit Clerk holds and what the Arkansas Department of Health provides.
Boone County Overview
Boone County Circuit Clerk in Harrison
The Boone County Circuit Clerk office is in the Boone County Courthouse at 100 North Main Street, Suite 201, Harrison, AR 72601. Phone: (870) 741-5560. Fax: (870) 741-9724. Email: crystalbooneclerk@windstream.net. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Harrison is the county seat and the home of all official court records for Boone County, including divorce cases dating back to 1869.
When you visit or contact the office, come prepared with the full names of both parties to the divorce and the approximate year it was filed. That information speeds up the search. Staff can locate the case file, confirm a case exists, and let you know what certified copies will cost. Bring a government-issued photo ID when requesting certified copies in person.
Boone County was created April 9, 1869, from Carroll County and Marion County. The county is named for Daniel Boone, the famous frontiersman. Divorce records have been filed in the county since its formation, and older records, particularly 19th century filings, may only exist in paper form at the Harrison courthouse. The Boone County page on the Arkansas Association of Counties website lists current contact details for the Circuit Clerk and other county offices.
Find Boone County Divorce Cases Online
Boone County participates in the statewide CourtConnect public access portal. CourtConnect is free to use. Go to the site, choose Boone County, and select case type 14 for Domestic Relations. You can search by the names of the parties or by case number if you have it. The portal returns basic case details including filing date, case status, hearing dates, and party names.
CourtConnect does not show document images. What it gives you is confirmation that a case exists and the case number, which is what you need to order certified copies from the Circuit Clerk. The Arkansas Administrative Office of Courts (625 Marshall St Suite 1100, Little Rock, 501-682-9400) maintains CourtConnect and can help if you have trouble using the system.
The image below is from the Boone County court records search page, a supplemental resource for finding case information in the county.
The Boone County court records search can be used alongside CourtConnect if you are having trouble locating a case through the state portal alone.
Boone County Divorce Decrees and Certificates
There are two types of divorce documents that people typically request in Boone County. The divorce decree is the full court order signed by the judge. It includes names, date, grounds for divorce, case number, and any terms regarding property or custody. The decree is held by the Boone County Circuit Clerk. It is a public record, and anyone can request a certified copy by contacting the clerk's office and paying the applicable fees.
The divorce certificate is a different document. It is issued by the Arkansas Department of Health Vital Records division and is a short summary of the divorce. Under ACA § 20-18-305, access to ADH divorce certificates is restricted to direct parties, immediate family members, and legal representatives. If you need the certificate and qualify, the ADH office is at 4815 W Markham St Slot 44, Little Rock, AR 72205. Phone: 501-661-2336 or 866-209-9482. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
For most purposes, the Circuit Clerk's certified copy of the decree is the document you want. It carries more information and is not restricted by the same access rules as the ADH certificate.
Note: The decree and the certificate are not the same thing. The decree comes from the Boone County Circuit Clerk. The certificate comes from the Arkansas Department of Health. Make sure you know which one your situation requires before you make a request.
How to Request Certified Copies in Boone County
You can get certified copies of Boone County divorce records in person, by mail, or through the ADH for the certificate version.
In person is the fastest method. Go to the Boone County Courthouse, 100 North Main Street, Suite 201, Harrison. Bring a photo ID and the names of both parties. Staff will locate the file and prepare certified copies. Fees cover a per-page charge plus a certification fee. Call the office at (870) 741-5560 before visiting to confirm current rates and make sure the file is accessible.
By mail, write to the Circuit Clerk at 100 North Main Street, Suite 201, Harrison, AR 72601. Include your full name, a daytime phone number, the names of both parties, the approximate filing year, and a check or money order for the fees. Call first to confirm the correct amount. Mail requests take longer to process than in-person visits.
For the ADH divorce certificate, online orders are processed through VitalChek at $10 per copy plus a $5 processing fee and $1.85 ID verification. In-person service at the ADH Little Rock office offers same-day processing if you arrive before 4:00 PM. Mail orders take 7 to 14 days.
Divorce Law in Boone County and the 14th Circuit
Divorce cases in Boone County are heard in the Circuit Court, part of the 14th Judicial Circuit. Arkansas requires at least one party to have been a state resident for 60 days before filing. A 30-day minimum waiting period applies after filing before the court can grant the divorce. These rules apply in every county, including Boone.
Arkansas recognizes both fault and no-fault grounds for divorce. Fault grounds are defined in ACA § 9-12-301. No-fault divorce based on 18 months of separation is an option under ACA § 9-12-306. Court records in Arkansas, including divorce decrees, are public records under ACA § 25-19-105, the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. That means anyone can request a copy of the decree, not just the parties to the case.
Legal Assistance for Boone County Residents
Free legal forms and help are available to Boone County residents dealing with divorce filings or records requests.
The Arkansas Legal Services Partnership offers free downloadable forms for divorce cases in Arkansas, including the Complaint for Divorce, the Financial Affidavit, and the Child Support Worksheet. These forms work for Boone County filings. The site also provides plain-language guides explaining what each document is for and how to fill it out.
Legal Aid of Arkansas provides free legal assistance to qualifying low-income residents. Contact them early in your case to find out if you qualify. For private representation, the Arkansas Bar Association (400 W Capitol Ave Suite 1100, Little Rock, 501-375-4606) offers a lawyer referral service that can connect you with family law attorneys who handle cases in the 14th Judicial Circuit.
The image below comes from the Arkansas Association of Counties page for Boone County, which is a reliable source for current county office contact information.
Use that page to verify current phone numbers and addresses before you visit or mail a request to the Circuit Clerk in Harrison.