Arkansas Public Records

Search public records in Arkansas for information on people and property

Whether you're looking for information about a potential employee or researching facts on a property, you need access to Arkansas public records. Public records are documents that have been filed or recorded by either public agencies or private individuals. Such records include birth and death records, marriage and divorce papers, criminal records, real estate documents, licenses, and so on.

Arkansas public records are held by the federal, state, and local governments, who in turn determine their availability. Although they're accessible to the public, you may be expected to pay for some information; the fees will vary depending on the department and state. You can always visit state departments and offices for public records, though there's a breadth of information online.

When researching AR public records, remember the following:

1. When doing a background check on an individual, you may want to consider a nationwide search. This will cover information, not just in AR vital records but in the country as a whole.

2. Make sure that the Arkansas records you get are up to date.

3. Get information from a credible source when searching Arkansas state public records. You may be liable for turning someone down if you base a hiring decision on incorrect facts.

Search Arkansas Public Records When Researching Real Estate Options

Information on real estate is always available to the public. If you're looking for specific data on a particular property, such as zoning information, assessments or building requirements, you can find those on government sites, like county offices. Additionally, you can research title and deed information, find out who owns a property and get tax information.

Consider Checking Arkansas Court Records Before You Hire an Employee

As a business owner, it's smart to run background checks on potential employees, especially if you're hiring childcare providers and teachers. Background checks can range from employment verification to verifying a person's Social Security number to a detailed account of the person's history and acquaintances. Before doing a background check, you must get permission from the individual.

Track Down Anyone With an Arkansas Vital Records Search

With the assistance of the Internet and the right data, you can track down any person, living or deceased. If you already know the person's Social Security number, date of birth or last known address, you can use these to research vital records. Less information than that makes your search a little more difficult, but still possible. If you don't have a lot to work with, consider using an employee screening software solution. 

• The federal Fair Credit Reporting Act regulates how consumer credit information, such as Arkansas bankruptcy records, are collected and used by outside screening companies and businesses -- not employers. The act also restricts reporting other negative information after seven years, with the exception of criminal convictions.

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