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State
Arkansas
County seat
Dardanelle
Population
21,139
Area
949 sq mi
Founded
1840
Cities and towns
11

Yell County offices and records

Sheriff & Law Enforcement. Yell County Sheriff's Office is responsible for maintaining law and order in the unincorporated areas of Yell County.

Police Departments. Yell County is served by several law enforcement agencies, including Yell County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments in cities like Dardanelle and Danville.

Law Enforcement & Arrests. Yell County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency for unincorporated areas of Yell County, Arkansas, with headquarters located at 309 N 2nd Street in Dardanelle, Arkansas 72834. Inmate information for Yell County Detention Center can be obtained by calling the facility directly or visiting the Sheriff's Office during regular business hours; some inmate roster information may be available through third-party inmate search websites, though Yell County does not currently maintain a full online inmate lookup portal. Arrest records in Yell County are considered public records under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), codified at Arkansas Code Annotated § 25-19-101 et seq. For current warrant information or to verify arrest records, citizens should contact the Sheriff's Office directly during business hours.

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The jail is located at 101 E 5th St, Danville, AR 72833. You can call them at (479) 495-2811 to inquire about recent arrests. 201 E. 5th St., PO Box 99, Danville, AR 72833 • Phone: (479) 495-4881 Yell County does not currently offer a full online land records search system directly through Yell County website, though some property information may be accessible through third-party subscription services. For property tax information, Yell County Assessor's Office maintains property tax records, parcel maps, and assessment data with offices in both Danville (479-495-4880) and Dardanelle (479-229-3770). Vital records for Yell County, Arkansas, including birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage records, are maintained by Yell County Clerk's Office, which operates from both courthouse locations: 100 Court Square, Danville, AR 72833 (phone: 479-495-4838) and 309 N 2nd Street, Dardanelle, AR 72834 (phone: 479-229-4333). Property and land records for Yell County, Arkansas, are maintained by Yell Circuit Clerk's Office, which operates from both county seat locations: the Eastern District office at 100 Court Square, Danville, AR 72833 (phone: 479-495-2852) and the Western District office at 309 N 2nd Street, Dardanelle, AR 72834 (phone: 479-229-4482).

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Where can I find mugshots or booking photos in Yell County, Arkansas?

Mugshots or booking photos in Yell County, Arkansas, can be obtained from the Yell County Sheriff's Office. The office is located at 101 E 5th St, Danville, AR 72833. They may provide access to booking photos upon request, and some images might be available through their online portal if they maintain one. It's advisable to contact the Sheriff's Office directly for specific procedures and availability.

How do I get a criminal background check in Yell County, Arkansas?

To obtain a criminal background check in Yell County, Arkansas, you should contact the Arkansas State Police. The Arkansas State Police provides background checks through the Arkansas Crime Information Center (ACIC). You can request a background check online via the ACIC website or visit a local law enforcement agency in Yell County for assistance with the process.

How can I look up sex offenders in Yell County, Arkansas?

You can look up sex offenders in Yell County, Arkansas, by using the Arkansas Sex Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the Arkansas Crime Information Center and provides a searchable online database. You can access the registry through the ACIC website to find information about registered sex offenders in Yell County.

How do I register to vote in Yell County, Arkansas?

To register to vote in Yell County, you can visit the Yell County Clerk's office in either Danville (479) 495-4838) or Dardanelle (479) 229-4333), register by mail using the Arkansas voter registration form, or register online at sos.arkansas.gov. You must register at least 30 days before an election to be eligible to vote in that election. Arkansas residents who are U.S. Citizens, at least 18 years old, and not currently serving a felony sentence are eligible to register. Absentee ballot applications are available through the County Clerk's office for voters who qualify under Arkansas absentee voting criteria.

How do I look up property records in Yell County, Arkansas?

Property records in Yell County are maintained by the Yell Circuit Clerk's Office, with locations in Danville at 100 Court Square (479) 495-2852) and Dardanelle at 309 N 2nd Street (479) 229-4482). You can search for deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and other recorded land documents by visiting either Recorder's office in person. For property tax information and assessment records, contact the Yell Assessor's Office in Danville (479) 495-4880) or Dardanelle (479) 229-3770). While this county does not currently offer free online property record searching directly through a county portal, some basic property information may be available through the Assessor's office or third-party services.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Yell County, Arkansas?

Birth and death certificates for events that occurred in Yell County can be requested from the Yell County Clerk's Office at either the Danville location (479) 495-4838) or the Dardanelle location (479) 229-4333). Birth certificates cost $12.00 for the first certified copy and $10.00 for additional copies; death certificates cost $10.00 per certified copy. You must provide valid photo identification and demonstrate a direct and tangible interest in the record as required by Arkansas law. Alternatively, you can order vital records through the Arkansas Department of Health Division of Vital Records by mail, in person in Little Rock, or online through VitalChek at vitalchek.com with additional service fees; processing time is typically 1-3 business days for in-person county requests.

How do I find business license records in Yell County, Arkansas?

Business records in Yell County can be found through multiple sources depending on the type of record. For fictitious name (DBA) filings, contact the Yell County Clerk's office in Danville (479) 495-4838) or Dardanelle (479) 229-4333). For formal business entity information including LLCs, corporations, and partnerships registered in Arkansas, use the free searchable database at the Arkansas Secretary of State website: sos.arkansas.gov. Local business licenses and permits may be issued by individual municipalities (Dardanelle and Danville) for businesses operating within city limits, and you should contact the respective city clerk or administration office for those records.

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