Arkansas Criminal Records
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Where to Access Arkansas Criminal Records
Arkansas criminal records are maintained in an online database run by the Arkansas State Police. This online database holds all criminal records associated with the state of Arkansas and can only be accessed by subscription. Individuals without an account may request an Arkansas background check that is name-based for $25 only.
Who is Allowed to Retrieve Arkansas Criminal Records?>
Only authorized criminal justice agencies or employment agencies may create an account and access the online criminal records database. Individuals may request their own Arkansas background check by filling out the request form. This form must then by notarized before it’s mailed in.
Challenging Errors on an Arkansas Criminal Record
If a mistake is found upon receiving a criminal record, take it to a local law enforcement agency, and they will fingerprint you and check it against the arrest record. Any other types of mistakes found will need supporting documentation, but will be amended at no cost.
Accessing Arkansas background checks and criminal records can be achieved by utilizing the following steps:
Step 1:
Download the Arkansas Background Check Request Form.
Step 2:
Fill out the request form, and if mailing, have the completed form notarized, as well as enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope for the results.
Step 3:
Mail the notarized form with a $25 check or money order or turn in your request in person at State Police Headquarters and bring your government-issued photo identification.
For additional information, contact the Arkansas State Police, whose information is found below:
Persons wanting to access information found on Arkansas arrest records can contact the Arkansas Department of Corrections. The online Inmate Population Information Search allows users to quickly and easily access public information about inmates under the care of the Department of Corrections.
Step 1: Go online to the Arkansas Department of Corrections website and use the Inmate Population Information Search at Arkansas Inmate Search.
Step 2: Fill in the fields with all the information you have about the inmate. Inputting more information will narrow results and inputting less information will retrieve broader results.
Step 3: If you need additional information on Arkansas arrest records, you can email the Department of Corrections at adc.inmate.info@arkansas.gov.
For additional help accessing information, contact the Department of Corrections using the information below:
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