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Arkansas County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Arkansas County, Arkansas. Serving a population of 16.307 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Stuttgart • Land Area: 992,14 sq mi • State: Arkansas (AR)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Arkansas County Courthouse / Recording Office, Stuttgart, AR 72160

Seat of government for Arkansas County in Stuttgart, AR.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(501) 517-4731

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 05001 • Coordinates: 34.2896° N, -91.3765° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Arkansas County

  • ✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
  • ✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
  • ✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
  • ✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode
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Land Records & Real Property

Arkansas County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Ark. Code Ann. § 21-6-306
First Page Base Fee
$15.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$5.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
$3.30 per $1,000 of purchase price ($2.20 state / $1.10 county)
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Arkansas:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.
Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.
Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.
Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Arkansas County

License Fee $60.00
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 60 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Arkansas County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Both applicants must appear in person before the County Clerk with photo ID.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $12.00
Death Cert $10.00
Marriage Cert $10.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Arkansas Department of Health Vital Records and the local Arkansas County clerk counter.
Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.
Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Arkansas County

Filing Fee: $25.00
1. Filing Authority

In Arkansas County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the County Clerk.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Arkansas.

3. State Rules & Notice

Sole proprietorships and partnerships file 'Doing Business Under an Assumed Name' with the local County Clerk.

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State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Arkansas Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Arkansas county recording statutes. Get attorney-drafted Quitclaim Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Promissory Notes formatted with correct margins and statutory acknowledgments.

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Nearby County Clerks in Arkansas

Need to file or search public records in an adjacent jurisdiction? Explore neighboring Arkansas recording offices:

Monroe County Seat: Clarendon
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Lincoln County Seat: Star
~31.1 mi →
Phillips County Seat: Helena
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Jefferson County Seat: Pine Bluff
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Desha County Seat: Arkansas
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Frequently Asked Questions: Arkansas County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Arkansas County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Arkansas County office is located at Arkansas County Courthouse / Recording Office, Stuttgart, AR 72160. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (501) 517-4731.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Arkansas County?
Under Arkansas statute (Ark. Code Ann. § 21-6-306), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Arkansas County costs $15.00 for the first page, plus $5.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: $3.30 per $1,000 of purchase price ($2.20 state / $1.10 county).
How do I obtain a marriage license in Arkansas County, AR?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Arkansas County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $60.00. Arkansas requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 60 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Arkansas County?
In Arkansas County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the County Clerk with a standard statutory filing fee of $25.00. Sole proprietorships and partnerships file 'Doing Business Under an Assumed Name' with the local County Clerk.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Arkansas County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $12.00 and death certificates starting at $10.00) can be requested through the Arkansas Department of Health Vital Records or directly at the Arkansas County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.