Free Online Arkansas Criminal Records

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(This page's most recent update is May 2025)

Another type of genealogy record that provides tremendous value is criminal records. Some of our ancestors unfortunately got in trouble with the law. And records were kept from arrests through court cases to prison documents. Now, more and more of these records are being digitized or transcribed and are being made available online.

Types of Records

Criminal court proceedings
Police reports
Prison and jail admission registers
Arrest records
Mug books
Pardon and discharge information
Hospital record books
Workhouse records

Types of Information

Name
Age
Birth date
Height
Weight
Complexion
Eye color
Hair color
Nationality
Occupation
Education
Habits (alcohol use)
Relations (parents living)
Date incarcerated
Court where charged
Recommitments
How and when discharged

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Listed below are links to criminal records that are available for free online for the state; the first list is for multi-state collections:

Arkansas Criminal Records

United States

Arkansas

For all Free Arkansas Collection Links in 24 Genealogy Categories, go to the By Location Page, click on Arkansas, and then click on the category of interest.

Good Luck and Happy Hunting!

Arkansas Criminal Records

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