Access Boone County Bankruptcy Records
Boone County bankruptcy records are part of the federal court system under the Western District of Arkansas, and the public can search them through PACER. This page explains how to find case filings, how to reach the Boone County Circuit Clerk for state court records, and what tools are available to look up bankruptcy case information for residents of this county.
Boone County at a Glance
Boone County Bankruptcy Court and Where to File
Boone County falls under the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Arkansas. The primary courthouse for the Western District is at 30 South 6th Street, Fort Smith, AR 72901, phone 1-833-853-0345. Filers may also use the Fayetteville divisional office at 35 E. Mountain Street, Room 316, Fayetteville, AR 72701, phone 479-582-9800. Cash is not accepted in the Fayetteville office. Mail payments go to Fort Smith.
The court handles all bankruptcy chapters. Chapter 7 lets individuals discharge most unsecured debts like credit cards and medical bills. Chapter 13 sets up a three-to-five-year repayment plan and is used by people who want to catch up on a mortgage or keep other assets. Chapter 11 is a reorganization option mostly used by businesses. Chapter 12 covers family farmers and those with regular income from farming or fishing. The filing fees and eligibility requirements differ by chapter.
All attorneys must e-file through CM/ECF. Pro se filers must submit paper documents to the court. Once a petition is filed, a trustee is assigned and the court schedules a Meeting of Creditors. This meeting is held 21 to 50 days after the filing date. The trustee reviews the case at that point. Chapter 7 cases often receive a discharge within a few months. Chapter 13 cases stay open until the repayment plan is complete.
Finding Boone County Bankruptcy Records Through PACER
PACER is how most people access federal bankruptcy case records. Create a free account at pacer.gov. Then log in and go to the Western District of Arkansas Bankruptcy Court. Search by the debtor's name, the last four digits of their Social Security number, or the case number. Results include the full case docket, documents filed, creditor information, and the case outcome.
Charges are $0.10 per page. If your total charges for a quarter are under $30, they are waived. Most people who do occasional searches will not be billed. PACER is available at any time of day. Documents can be downloaded right away. You can also use the free PACER Case Locator to search across all federal courts if you do not know which district a case is filed in.
For basic case information by phone, call the Multi-Court Voice Case Information System at 1-866-222-8029. This automated line runs 24 hours a day. It provides case number, filing date, chapter, discharge date, and trustee information. You will need the debtor's name or case number to access the system.
Boone County Circuit Clerk and Local Court Records
The Boone County Circuit Clerk maintains state court records for the 14th Judicial District. The clerk's office handles civil cases, criminal cases, domestic relations filings, juvenile cases, and probate. The clerk also serves as recorder of deeds and keeps real estate records, deeds, mortgages, and liens for the county. These records may come up in bankruptcy cases when a debtor has liens or judgments attached to property.
The Circuit Clerk is Crystal Graddy. The office is at 100 N Main St, Harrison, AR 72601. Phone: (870) 741-5560. The Boone County Circuit Clerk's official website is boonecircuitclerk.us. The site has court forms, office hours, and information on how to search for records. Court records are also available through the state's online portal, CourtConnect.
The Boone County Circuit Clerk website at boonecircuitclerk.us includes forms, hours, and record search guidance for the Harrison courthouse.
Boone County Court Records Online Search Options
The Boone County Circuit Clerk provides access to court records through its website at boonecircuitclerk.us/page/11/court-records. This page explains how to search for cases and what information is available. The clerk maintains both paper and electronic records. Requests for older paper records may require a visit to the courthouse or a written request.
You can also use CourtConnect, the Arkansas state court search portal, to search Boone County circuit court cases. CourtConnect covers civil, criminal, probate, and domestic relations cases filed in state circuit courts. It is free to use and available online at any time. It does not include federal bankruptcy cases, which must be searched through PACER separately.
The Boone County Court Records page explains how to access case information maintained by the Circuit Clerk's office in Harrison.
What Boone County Bankruptcy Records Include
Federal bankruptcy records contain detailed financial data. A typical case file includes the debtor's full name, last four digits of their Social Security or tax ID number, the case number, the filing date, the chapter filed under, and the judge's name. The debtor's schedule of assets lists all owned property. The schedule of liabilities lists all debts. A statement of financial affairs shows income, recent payments, and lawsuits. The creditor matrix names every creditor and the balance owed.
Meeting of Creditors notices and trustee reports are part of the file as well. Any motions filed, including objections by creditors, are included in the docket. The case ends with a discharge, dismissal, or conversion to another chapter. The discharge order, which states which debts are wiped out, is one of the most requested documents. All of this is accessible through PACER. Full Social Security numbers are not shown in public records but all other case information is available.
Nearby Counties
Boone County is in northwestern Arkansas. Bankruptcy records for nearby counties are available through their individual pages.