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Boone County Arrest Records

How To Look Up Arrest Records in Boone County in 2026

BooneARRecords.us provides data and publicly available information related to arrest records in Boone County, Arkansas. Members of the public may find booking records, charge information, custody status, mugshots, and related court case data through this resource. Available record categories may include felony and misdemeanor arrests, warrant information, bond details, and sex offender registrations. Information presented reflects what has been reported to or maintained by law enforcement agencies and may not reflect final case outcomes.

Records may be searched through official resources, clerk offices, public access terminals, and online tools. The following sections outline all available methods for locating arrest records in Boone County.

Online Methods:

1. County Sheriff's Office Arrest Records

The Boone County Sheriff's Office prepares, audits, enters, and maintains law enforcement reports, records, warrants, and crime data for the county. The Sheriff's Office records division serves as the primary custodian of booking records and arrest data originating from Sheriff's Office operations. Members of the public may contact the office directly to inquire about current inmate status, recent bookings, and warrant information. The Sheriff's Office also assists with sex offender registrations and maintains related records accessible to the public upon request.

2. Local Police Departments

The Harrison Police Department serves as the primary municipal law enforcement agency within Boone County's county seat. The department maintains arrest logs and may issue press releases containing arrest information for incidents occurring within the City of Harrison. Members of the public seeking arrest records originating from Harrison city limits should direct requests to the Harrison Police Department's records division.

Harrison Police Department
111 W. Rush Avenue
Harrison, AR 72601
Phone: (870) 741-5463
Harrison Police Department

3. County Clerk of Court Case Search

Arrest records are frequently linked to court case filings, and the Arkansas Judiciary provides two online tools for locating associated case information. The Search ARCourts portal allows members of the public to search by name and retrieve judgments, case documents, and filings connected to criminal proceedings. The Arkansas Judiciary Case Search provides an additional interface for locating case records by defendant name, case number, or other identifiers. Both tools link to documents for some public court records, enabling users to view actual filings in a case.

Boone County Circuit Clerk
100 N. Main Street, Suite 302
Harrison, AR 72601
Phone: (870) 741-8428
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

4. State Law Enforcement Database

The Arkansas State Police maintains the state's centralized criminal history repository and provides criminal background check services to the public. Requests for Arkansas criminal history records may be submitted through the Arkansas State Police Identification Bureau. A fee applies for public criminal history requests; at present, the standard fee for a name-based criminal history check is $25.00 per subject. The state repository includes arrest and disposition data submitted by law enforcement agencies statewide.

Arkansas State Police Identification Bureau
1 State Police Plaza Drive
Little Rock, AR 72209
Phone: (501) 618-8500
Arkansas State Police

In-Person Access:

Sheriff's Office:

Boone County Sheriff's Office
210 N. Main Street
Harrison, AR 72601
Phone: (870) 741-8404
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Boone County Sheriff's Office

Members of the public visiting in person should bring a valid government-issued photo identification and, where possible, the full legal name of the subject, date of arrest, and booking number. Standard copy fees apply per page for printed records.

Clerk of Court:

Boone County Circuit Clerk
100 N. Main Street, Suite 302
Harrison, AR 72601
Phone: (870) 741-8428
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Criminal case files are available for inspection at the Circuit Clerk's office. Copy fees are assessed per page in accordance with Arkansas law.

By Mail:

Written requests submitted by mail to the Boone County Sheriff's Office should include the arrestee's full legal name, date of arrest if known, booking number if known, and the requestor's complete contact information. Payment for copies should accompany the request. Processing time varies and is subject to the volume of pending requests.

By Phone:

The Boone County Sheriff's Office may be reached at (870) 741-8404. Callers should have the subject's full name, date of birth, and approximate arrest date available. Detailed record information is not released by phone; callers may be directed to submit a written request or visit in person.

Through Legal Channels:

Attorneys of record may request records through formal discovery processes. Subpoenas may be issued for detailed investigative files not otherwise available to the general public. Records obtained through legal proceedings are governed by applicable court rules and protective orders.

Information Needed for Search:

Full legal name (first and last at minimum)
Date of birth or approximate age
Approximate date of arrest
Booking number (if known)
Jurisdiction of arrest (Sheriff's Office, Harrison PD, or other agency)

Are Arrest Records Public in Boone County

Arrest records in Boone County are public records under Arkansas law. The Arkansas Freedom of Information Act, codified at § 25-19-101 et seq. of the Arkansas Code, establishes that records maintained by government agencies, including law enforcement, are open to inspection and copying by any person. As stated in the Act, "it is vital in a democratic society that public business be performed in an open and public manner so that the electors shall be advised of the performance of public officials and of the affairs of government."

Arrest records are maintained as public documents for several recognized purposes:

Government transparency and accountability
Public safety and community awareness
Journalism and investigative research
Employment and tenant background screening
Legal proceedings and due process

What Arrest Information Is Public:

Arrestee name and aliases
Date and time of arrest
Location of arrest
Arresting agency
Charges filed at time of arrest
Booking number
Mugshot/booking photograph
Bond and bail information
Current custody status
Basic demographic information (age, physical description)

Limitations on Public Access:

Juvenile arrest records (restricted or sealed under Arkansas law)
Expunged arrest records (removed from public access by court order)
Sealed records (court-ordered confidentiality)
Active investigation information that would compromise an ongoing case
Undercover officer identities
Confidential informant information
Victim identifying information in certain offense categories
Witness protection participants

Who Can Access Arrest Records:

General public
Media organizations
Employers (subject to restrictions under the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act)
Landlords (subject to applicable restrictions)
Licensing agencies
Background check companies
Attorneys and legal professionals
Academic researchers

Restrictions on Use:

The federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) governs the use of arrest records in employment and housing decisions made through consumer reporting agencies. Arrests that did not result in conviction may not be reported after seven years under standard FCRA provisions. Arkansas does not at present have a statewide "ban the box" law applicable to private employers, though federal contractors are subject to separate requirements. The distinction between an arrest record and a conviction record is legally significant; an arrest does not constitute a finding of guilt.

What's in Boone County Arrest Records

Boone County arrest records contain several categories of information compiled at the time of booking and during subsequent processing.

Personal Identification Information:

Full legal name and any aliases or "also known as" names
Date of birth and age at time of arrest
Sex and race/ethnicity
Height, weight, eye color, and hair color
Identifying marks such as scars or tattoos
Address at time of arrest (may be limited in public release)

Arrest Details:

Date and time of arrest
Location of arrest (street address or general area)
Arresting agency (Sheriff's Office, Harrison Police Department, Arkansas State Police, or other)
Booking date and time
Booking number or arrest number
Warrant information, if the arrest was warrant-based

Charges Information:

Specific criminal charges
Arkansas statute numbers violated
Charge descriptions and classifications (felony degree or misdemeanor class)
Number of counts per charge
Domestic violence designation, if applicable
Gang-related designation, if applicable

Booking Information:

Booking facility name and location
Intake process timestamp
Booking photograph (mugshot)
Fingerprints (collected but not typically included in public-facing records)
Personal property inventory

Custody and Bond Information:

Current custody status (in custody, released, or bonded out)
Bond amount as set by the court
Bond type:
- Cash bond
- Surety bond
- Personal recognizance (PR bond)
- No bond
Release date and time, if released
Release conditions, if made public

Court Information:

Court case number assigned
Court jurisdiction (Circuit Court, District Court)
Scheduled arraignment date
Judge assignment, if available

What's Typically NOT in Public Arrest Records:

Detailed narrative of the arrest (police report details)
Witness statements
Victim identifying information
Evidence collected during investigation
Investigative techniques
Medical or mental health information
Social Security number (redacted)
Bank account or financial information

Difference Between Arrest Records and Related Documents:

Police reports: Contain more detailed incident narratives and are subject to separate disclosure rules
Court records: Document legal proceedings that occur after arrest
Criminal records: Reflect convictions and sentences, not merely arrests
Background checks: Comprehensive screenings drawing from multiple sources

How Much Does It Cost to Get Arrest Records in Boone County?

The cost to obtain arrest records in Boone County is governed by the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act, which permits agencies to charge reasonable fees for search, retrieval, and copying of public records. Under § 25-19-109 of the Arkansas Code, fees charged for copies of public records may not exceed the actual cost of reproduction.

Standard Fee Structure:

Record Type	Fee
Paper copies (per page)	$0.25–$0.50 per page (varies by agency)
Certified copies	Additional certification fee may apply
Electronic records	Actual cost of reproduction
In-person inspection	No charge for inspection only
Criminal history (State Police)	$25.00 per subject (name-based)

Inspection of records at the Sheriff's Office or Circuit Clerk's office is available at no charge; fees apply only when copies are requested.
Accepted payment methods at the Boone County Sheriff's Office and Circuit Clerk's office include cash, check, and money order. Individual offices should be contacted to confirm current accepted payment methods.
Fee waivers may be available for indigent requestors or in cases where disclosure is determined to be in the public interest, at the discretion of the custodial agency.
Fees for certified court records may differ from standard copy fees and are set by the Circuit Clerk's office.

How To Delete Arrest Records in Boone County

Arkansas law provides two primary mechanisms for limiting public access to arrest records: expungement (legal erasure) and sealing (restricting public access). Expungement under Arkansas law results in the record being sealed from public view and, in many cases, treated as though the arrest did not occur for most purposes. Sealing restricts access without necessarily destroying the underlying record.

Under § 16-90-1401 et seq. of the Arkansas Code (the Arkansas Expungement Act), individuals may petition for expungement in the following circumstances:

Charges were dismissed or nolle prossed (prosecutor declined to proceed)
The individual was acquitted at trial
The individual successfully completed a first-offender program or drug court
The individual completed a sentence for certain eligible offenses and the required waiting period has elapsed
Juvenile adjudications, subject to separate provisions

Steps to Petition for Expungement:

Obtain a copy of the arrest record and associated court case information through the Circuit Clerk's office or the Arkansas Judiciary's case search portal.
Determine eligibility based on the offense type, disposition, and waiting period under Arkansas law.
Complete the petition for expungement form, available from the Boone County Circuit Clerk.
File the petition with the Boone County Circuit Court and pay the applicable filing fee.
Serve the petition on the prosecuting attorney's office.
Attend the scheduled hearing, if required by the court.
If the order is granted, provide certified copies of the expungement order to the arresting agency, the Arkansas State Police, and any other relevant repositories.

Boone County Circuit Court
100 N. Main Street
Harrison, AR 72601
Phone: (870) 741-5560

Boone County Prosecuting Attorney's Office
116 N. Main Street
Harrison, AR 72601
Phone: (870) 741-8404

Individuals seeking expungement are advised to consult with a licensed Arkansas attorney to assess eligibility and navigate the petition process. The Arkansas Public Defender Commission may provide assistance to eligible individuals.

What Happens After Arrest in Boone County?

Immediate Post-Arrest Process:

1. Transport to Jail

Following an arrest in Boone County, the arrested individual is transported to the Boone County Detention Center, which serves as the primary booking and holding facility for the county.

Boone County Detention Center
210 N. Main Street
Harrison, AR 72601
Phone: (870) 741-8404
Boone County Sheriff's Office

2. Booking Process

Upon arrival at the detention center, the booking process is initiated. This process typically takes one to four hours depending on facility volume and includes the following steps:

Personal information recorded
Miranda rights read, if not previously administered
Booking photograph (mugshot) taken
Fingerprints collected and submitted to state and federal databases
Criminal history and outstanding warrants checked
Personal property inventoried and stored
Clothing exchanged for jail-issued attire
Medical and brief mental health screening conducted
Housing classification determined

3. First Appearance/Initial Hearing

Under Arkansas law, an arrested individual must be brought before a judicial officer without unnecessary delay, and in no event later than 48 hours following a warrantless arrest. At the first appearance:

The individual is formally notified of the charges
The right to appointed counsel is addressed for indigent defendants
Bond or bail is determined
Rights are formally advisement

Bond/Bail Process:

Cash Bond: The full bond amount is paid in cash to the detention facility. The amount is refunded at the conclusion of the case, minus applicable fees, provided all court appearances are made.

Surety Bond: A licensed bail bondsman posts the full bond amount in exchange for a non-refundable premium, which is set by Arkansas law at ten percent of the bond amount.

Personal Recognizance (PR Bond): The individual is released on a written promise to appear, without monetary payment, based on community ties, employment status, criminal history, and the nature of the charges.

No Bond: The court may order detention without bond for serious violent offenses, individuals deemed a flight risk or danger to the community, probation or parole violators, or individuals subject to immigration holds or out-of-state warrants.

4. Release or Continued Detention

If bond is posted, processing for release typically takes one to eight hours. The individual receives a court date, written conditions of release, and their personal property. Failure to appear at any scheduled court date results in bond forfeiture and issuance of an arrest warrant.

If bond is not posted, the individual remains in custody, receives a housing assignment, and is oriented to facility rules, commissary, phone privileges, and visitation schedules.

Accessing Legal Representation:

Boone County Public Defender's Office
116 N. Main Street
Harrison, AR 72601
Phone: (870) 741-5560

Eligibility for appointed counsel is based on financial need. Private counsel may be retained at any stage of the proceedings and may visit the detention center for confidential consultations.

Charging Decision:

The Boone County Prosecuting Attorney's Office reviews the arrest and determines whether to file formal charges, request additional investigation, decline prosecution, or file different charges. For felony offenses, a grand jury may be convened to determine whether probable cause exists to proceed by indictment.

Arraignment:

At arraignment, the defendant is formally read the charges and enters a plea of not guilty, guilty, or nolo contendere. Most defendants enter a not guilty plea at arraignment, and subsequent court dates are set for pretrial proceedings.

Court Process Overview:

The pretrial phase includes discovery (exchange of evidence), pretrial motions (including motions to suppress or dismiss), pretrial conferences, and plea negotiations. Case resolution may occur through dismissal, diversion programs (such as drug court or pretrial intervention), a negotiated plea agreement, or trial.

If convicted, sentencing options available to the court include incarceration, probation, fines, restitution, community service, treatment programs, or a combination thereof. Credit is applied for time served in pretrial detention.

Timeline Overview:

Arrest to first appearance: Within 48 hours
First appearance to arraignment: Days to several weeks
Arraignment to trial or resolution: Several months, varying by case complexity
Misdemeanors: Resolved within weeks to a few months
Felonies: May extend to a year or more depending on complexity
Right to speedy trial: Guaranteed under the Arkansas Constitution and applicable court rules

Rights Throughout the Process:

Right to remain silent
Right to counsel
Right to a speedy and public trial
Right to confront witnesses
Right to present a defense
Right against self-incrimination
Right to appeal a conviction

How Long Are Arrest Records Kept in Boone County?

Records Retention Overview:

Retention of arrest records in Boone County is governed by Arkansas law and the records retention schedules established by the Arkansas History Commission and applicable state agencies. Local law enforcement agencies are required to maintain records in accordance with these schedules.

Arrest Records Retention by Type:

Felony Convictions:

Retained permanently by the Sheriff's Office, Circuit Clerk, Arkansas State Police, and the FBI's National Crime Information Center (NCIC)
Part of the subject's permanent criminal history

Misdemeanor Convictions:

Retained permanently or for an extended period by local law enforcement and the Circuit Clerk
Reported to the Arkansas State Police criminal history repository

Dismissed Charges:

May remain in local law enforcement databases unless expunged by court order
Court records are often retained permanently but may not appear on standard background checks
Eligible for expungement under § 16-90-1401

Charges Not Filed / No-Information:

Booking records retained for a minimum period per agency policy
May be eligible for expungement upon petition

Digital vs. Physical Records:

Record Type	Retention
Booking paperwork (physical)	Minimum 5 years; varies by offense
Fingerprint cards	Permanent for felonies
Mugshot photographs	Duration of booking record
Records management system (digital)	Often permanent
Court electronic records	Often permanent
CAD (dispatch) records	Varies; typically 3–7 years

Third-Party Databases:

Commercial background check companies and mugshot websites may retain arrest records indefinitely and are not controlled by law enforcement. These entities are subject to FCRA accuracy requirements but may not update records promptly following expungement. Individuals who have obtained an expungement order should provide certified copies to any known third-party database operators and may submit formal dispute requests under the FCRA.

Retention by Agency:

Boone County Sheriff's Office:

Booking records and arrest reports: Minimum 5 years; felony-related records retained permanently
Investigative files: Varies by case outcome and offense classification
Phone: (870) 741-8404

Harrison Police Department:

Arrest records and incident reports: Per Arkansas records retention schedule
Phone: (870) 741-5463

Boone County Circuit Clerk:

Felony case files: Permanent
Misdemeanor case files: Minimum 10 years
Traffic cases: Minimum 3–5 years
Electronic records: Often permanent

Arkansas State Police (State Repository):

Maintains criminal history records for all Arkansas jurisdictions
Retention policy: Permanent for convictions; arrests without disposition retained until updated or expunged
Arkansas State Police

FBI Database:

NCIC and the Interstate Identification Index (III) retain records at the federal level, accessible to law enforcement nationwide
Federal retention: Permanent for most entries
Background checks for employment, firearms purchases, and licensing draw from these federal databases

Effect of Disposition on Retention:

Conviction: Permanent retention across all databases; appears on background checks indefinitely
Dismissal: May remain unless expunged; not reported on most standard background checks
Expungement: Local records sealed or destroyed; state repository updated; FBI database may retain with a notation; removal from third-party databases is not guaranteed
No charges filed: Shortest retention period; may be purged automatically after the applicable retention period

Impact on Background Checks:

Under the FCRA, most employment background checks cover a seven-year period for non-conviction records. Convictions may be reported indefinitely. Arkansas does not at present impose a shorter reporting window for non-convictions beyond federal FCRA requirements. Arrests without conviction carry no legal presumption of guilt and their use in employment decisions is subject to EEOC guidance.

How to Check Retention Status:

Members of the public may contact the Boone County Sheriff's Records Division at (870) 741-8404 to inquire about the status of a specific arrest record. A written public records request submitted under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act may be required, and applicable copy fees may apply.