Maumelle, Arkansas Public Records

Circuit Court handles felony criminal cases, civil cases exceeding $25,000, divorces, adoptions, probate matters, and appeals from lower courts. The Pulaski County District Court, also located at the courthouse, handles misdemeanor criminal cases, small claims up to $25,000, civil cases under $25,000, and preliminary hearings. Arkansas provides online access to circuit and district court records through CourtConnect, the statewide case management system, accessible at https://caseinfo.arcourts.gov/cconnect/PROD/public/ck_public_qry_main.cp_main_idx. Users can search by party name, case number, or attorney to view case information, docket entries, judgments, and filing histories for cases statewide. Certified copies of court documents can be requested from the Circuit Clerk's office with fees typically $5 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page, plus certification fees of approximately $5. Personal checks, money orders, and cash are generally accepted for payment.

The Arkansas Crime Information Center also offers resources for accessing criminal records, ensuring that Pulaski County residents have the necessary information for personal and professional purposes.

The Assessor's online database allows free searches by property address, owner name, or parcel number, displaying detailed information about land acreage, building square footage, year built, and current assessed values for tax purposes. The Pulaski County Circuit Clerk's Office, serving as the Recorder of Deeds, is located at 401 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72201 (phone: 501-340-8500). This office records and maintains official documents including warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, mortgages, deeds of trust, releases, liens, easements, and other instruments affecting real property titles. The Pulaski County land records database is available online at https://land.pulaskicountyar.gov, providing free public access to digitized documents searchable by grantor/grantee name, book and page number, or document type. Most records dating back several decades are available as scanned images. Pulaski County also provides a GIS mapping system accessible through the Assessor's website, allowing users to view parcel boundaries, ownership information, zoning designations, flood zones, and aerial imagery. Property searches can be conducted by address, parcel ID, or by navigating the interactive map interface.

Many Maumelle residents commute to employment in Little Rock, North Little Rock, and Conway, with access to major employers in those cities including the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), Arkansas Children's Hospital, state government offices, financial institutions, and technology companies. The city has experienced steady residential growth since its incorporation, with continued development of housing subdivisions, apartment complexes, and commercial centers. Median household income in Maumelle is estimated at approximately $75,000-$80,000, higher than the Arkansas state average, reflecting the city's character as a middle-to-upper-middle-class suburban community. Recent economic development has focused on expanding retail options along the Highway 100 corridor and promoting recreational amenities to attract families. Maumelle's economy benefits from its strategic location within the Little Rock metropolitan statistical area while maintaining a distinct suburban identity focused on quality of life, outdoor recreation with extensive trail systems, and highly-rated public schools. The city's park system and lake access contribute to tourism and recreational spending, though the economy remains primarily oriented toward residential services rather than industrial or agricultural production.

The Maumelle Police Department, located at 119 Edgewood Drive, Maumelle, AR 72113, provides law enforcement services within city limits. The department can be reached at (501) 851-4702, and their website is accessible through www.maumelle.org. Citizens can request police reports, incident records, and accident reports by visiting the police department in person or submitting written requests under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-101 et seq. Typical fees apply for copying and certification of documents. The Pulaski County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 2900 South Woodrow Street, Little Rock, AR 72204 (phone: 501-340-6600, website: www.pulaskisheriff.org), provides law enforcement services in unincorporated areas of Pulaski County and operates the Pulaski County Regional Detention Facility. Arrest records and jail bookings for Maumelle and throughout Pulaski County can be searched through the Pulaski County Sheriff's Office online inmate roster at www.pulaskisheriff.org/inmate-search. The searchable database displays current inmate information including full name, booking date, charges filed, bond amounts, and mugshot photographs. Under Arkansas FOIA law, arrest records are generally considered public information accessible without demonstrating specific need, though certain juvenile and sealed records are exempt. Citizens can request copies of arrest reports, booking logs, and incident narratives by submitting FOIA requests to the respective law enforcement agency in writing, with responses typically required within three business days unless an extension is justified.

Certified copies can be requested in person, by mail with completed application forms and proper identification, or online through VitalChek at www.vitalchek.com with additional service fees. Processing time is typically 2-4 weeks for mail requests and expedited options are available online. Only authorized individuals—including the person named on the certificate (if 18 or older), parents, legal guardians, legal representatives, and those demonstrating direct and tangible interest—may obtain certified copies. Arkansas law requires valid government-issued photo identification. Birth records in Arkansas are available from February 1914 forward, and death records from the same date. Marriage licenses for Maumelle residents are issued by the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk's office at 401 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72201 (phone: 501-340-8500). The marriage license fee is $60 if both parties attend a marriage education course (certificate required) or $100 without the course. There is no waiting period, and licenses are valid for 60 days. Marriage records are maintained by the Circuit Clerk and are public records searchable at the clerk's office. Divorce decrees are filed with the Circuit Clerk as part of court proceedings and can be accessed through court records systems; certified copies cost standard court document fees.

For businesses operating in unincorporated Pulaski County areas, contact the Pulaski County Judge's office regarding county business requirements. Fictitious business name (DBA) registrations in Arkansas are filed with the Pulaski County Circuit Clerk at 401 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72201 (phone: 501-340-8500), with a filing fee of approximately $25. DBA records are public and searchable at the clerk's office. For formal business entity formation—corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and nonprofits—filings are made with the Arkansas Secretary of State, Business and Commercial Services Division. The Secretary of State maintains a free online database at www.sos.arkansas.gov/corps/search_all.php where anyone can search business entity names, status (active, dissolved, or revoked), registered agent information, formation dates, and principal addresses. Annual reports and franchise tax filings are also required to maintain good standing. UCC financing statements (secured transactions and liens on business personal property) are filed with the Arkansas Secretary of State and searchable through their UCC search portal at www.sos.arkansas.gov. Commercial property tax assessments for Maumelle businesses can be researched through the Pulaski County Assessor's online database at www.pulaskicountyassessor.net by searching the business property address or parcel number to view assessed values and tax liability.

Maumelle voters are served by the Pulaski County Election Commission, located at 501 West Markham Street, Suite 117, Little Rock, AR 72201 (phone: 501-340-8336, website: www.pulaskicountyar.gov/election-commission). Arkansas residents can register to vote online through the Arkansas Secretary of State's website at www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/voter-registration, or by submitting paper applications available at public libraries, revenue offices, and the election commission office. Voter registration must be completed at least 30 days before any election. Arkansas requires voters to present photo identification at polling places, including driver's licenses, state-issued ID cards, passports, or military IDs. Maumelle holds municipal elections for mayor and city council positions; the city council consists of seven members elected from wards and at-large seats. Maumelle municipal elections are typically held in November of odd-numbered years, with the next scheduled for November 2025. Information about Maumelle candidates, local ballot measures, and sample ballots can be found through the city website at www.maumelle.org and the Pulaski County Election Commission. To find assigned polling locations for elections, Maumelle residents can use the Arkansas Secretary of State's polling place locator at www.voterview.ar-nova.org by entering their residential address. This tool also displays sample ballots and early voting locations. Under Arkansas law, voter registration lists are public records available for purchase from county election commissions, though they cannot be used for commercial solicitation. Campaign finance reports for candidates and political action committees are filed with the Arkansas Ethics Commission and searchable at www.arkansasethics.com. Candidate filing information and precinct-level election results are published by the election commission following certification. In the November 2024 presidential election, Pulaski County reported voter turnout of approximately 58-62% of registered voters, with detailed precinct results available through the county election commission. The November 3, 2026 general election will feature several significant races for Maumelle and Pulaski County voters. Arkansas does not have a U.S. Senate seat up for election in 2026, but voters will decide state legislative races including Arkansas House and Senate districts covering Maumelle. County-level offices that may appear on the ballot include Pulaski County Judge, Sheriff, Circuit Clerk, County Clerk, Treasurer, Assessor, and Coroner, depending on term schedules. Additionally, judicial retention elections for circuit and district court judges may be included. Arkansas voters can request absentee ballots if they will be unavoidably absent from their polling place on election day, are unable to attend due to illness or disability, or are residents of long-term care facilities. Absentee ballot applications must be submitted to the county clerk's office; applications are available at www.sos.arkansas.gov/elections/voter-information/absentee-voting. Completed absentee ballots must be returned by the close of polls on election day.