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District Court
Administrative
Plans 2018
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Circuit District Court
1 Cross
Monroe County
Phillips/Lee County
St. Francis County
Woodruff County
2 Clay County
Craighead County
Crittenden County
Mississippi County‐Osceola
Mississippi County‐Chickasawba
Poinsett County
3 Jackson County
4 Washington County/Part of Benton County by Statute
5 Pope County
6 Pulaski County
Little Rock/Wrightsville/Cammack Village
North Little Rock
Pulaski County
Sherwood
Jacksonville
Maumelle
Perry County
7 Hot Sring & Grant Counties
8 N Hempstead & Nevada Counties
8S Lafayette & Miller Counties County
9E Clark County
Circuit District Court
10 Ashley County
Bradley & Drew Counties
Desha & Chicot Counties
11E South Arkansas County
11W Jefferson County
Lincoln County
12 Sebastian County
Greenwood/Barling/Central City
Fort Smith
13 Calhoun/Cleveland/Dallas Counties
Columbia County
Ouachita County
14 Baxter/Marion Counties
Boone, Newton & Searcy Counties
15 Conway County
South Logan County
16 Cleburne County
Fulton County
Independence County
Izard County
Sharp County
Stone County
17 White/Prairie Counties
Circuit District Court
18E Garland County
19E Carroll & Madison Counties
19W Benton County
20 Faulkner/Van Buren Counties
21 Crawford County
22 Saline County
23 Lonoke County
North Lonoke County
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Tab 1st Circuit
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF CROSS COUNTY, ARKANSAS
Pursuant to the Supteme Court's Administtative Otder No.18
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRÄTIVE PLAN
Cross County Distict Court
1. JUDGE: The Cross County District Coutt is serwed by one local drstrict judge, Judge Mike
Smith. The judge serves in the desþated departments of the court as follows;
Department
\X/ynne/Cross CountyCherry ValleyParkin
2. COURT: Sessions of coutt ate genetally scheduled on:
Cross County District Court Room-C Årr.jrnal / tta f fic arnignme n ts
Crknnal/luafftc arraignments and Bench TrialsCriminal / ttaf lrc artaignme n ts an d B enc h TdalsCivil/small claims for entire county
Location
Wynne- Cross County CoufihouseChery Valley Arkansas City HallParkin Arkansas City Hall
Tuesdays at 9:00 amTuesdays at 1:00 pmThutsdays at 9:00 am3'd Thursday every month at 1:00 pm
Cherry Valley City Hall-Cnminal/ttafftc plea araþments and Bench Ttials 1" Thutsday every month at 1:00 pm
Parkin City Halt-Cnmtnal/traffic plea arraignments and Bench Trials 2"d Thutsday every month at 1:00 pm
The court makes itself available to local law enforcement to conduct heatings required undetArkansas Criminal Procedure Rule 8 in a timely manner as required.
3. TYPES OF CASES
Trz:ffic and cdminal offenses Frled thru the Ctoss County Shedffls Department, the City ofWynne Police Depattment, the Arkansas State Police, and the Atkansas Game and Fish
Commission are ad¡udrcated in the Cross County District Courtroom in !Øynne, AR.
Tnffic and criminal offenses filed thru the Chetry Valley Pohce Department ate adjudicated inthe Cross County District Courtroom located at the Cherry Valley City Hall in Chetry Valley,
AR.
Trafftc and criminal offenses filed thru the Parkin Police Depattment are adjudicated in the
Cross County District Courtroom located at the Parkin City Hall in Parkin, .,4.R.
Civil/Small claims cases are adjudicated in the Cross County District Couttroom in Wynne, ,{.R.
4. JURISDICTION EXCHANGE AGREEMENTS:
The court enters and maintains exchange âgreements with the Honorable Judge Steve Routon ofthe St. Francis County District court and the Honorable Ron Hunter of the Poinsett CountyDistrict Coutt fot exchanges of judsdiction for attaignments and trials where there may possiblybe a conflict of interest. Exchanges are scheduled on an as needed basis.
5. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS:
The Ctoss County District Coutt does not operâte or administet any specialty programs.
DATE: January 25,201,7
lnil).,rUpMike Smith
Mike SmithDistrict Judge
Cross CountY District GourtState of Arkansas
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MONROE COTINTY DISTRICT COURTBRINKLEY DIVISION
FIRST JUDICIAL CIRCUIT OF ARKANSAS
ADMINISTRATTVE PLAN
Name of Court: Brinkley Division, Monroe County District CourtLocation: 233 West Cedar, Brinkley, AP*7202ITelephone Number of Court Clerk's Office: 870-734-2520
Name of Judge: John W. MartinOffice Address: PO Box 472
Brinkley, APt7202l
Office Telephone : 87 0-7 3 4-17 87Office Fax: [email protected]
The Brinkley Division of Monroe County District Court meets for plea and araignmenteach Friday at 9:00 a.m., atthe District Courtroom of the Municipal Building, 233 WestCedar, Brinkley, AP.7202L
Trials in the criminal and traffic departments of Brinkley Division of Monroe CountyDistrict Court are held on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, beginning at
9:00 a.m.
Civil and Small Claims Division of the Brinkley Division of Monroe County DistrictCourt is held on the first Monday of each month at 9:00 a.m.
The Court is available for special settings for criminal first appearances, arraignments,search or arrest warrants as needed and requested by law enforcement or the prosecuting
attorney's office in coordination with the administrative staff of District Court.
5. Brinkley Division of Monroe County District Court does not offer any specialty courts.
/s/ John'W. MartinJohn V/. MartinJudgeBrinkley DivisionMonroe County District Court233 West CedarBrinkley, AR7202I
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Date: January 31,2017
Administrative Plan for District Cou1122
IN THE STATE DISTRICT COURT 22
Pursuant to the Supreme Court's Administrative Order No. 18
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
State District 22 District Court, Phillips and Lee Counties, Arkansas
1. JUDGE: Judge Durwood W. King is the sole judge of District 22 with an office
in Lee County Courthouse, 15 E. Chestnut, Room 9, Marianna, AR 72360; Tel:
(870) 295-7730 and Fax: (870) 295-7788. There is also an office at City Hall, 226
Perry Street, Helena-West Helena, AR 72342; Tel (870) 817-7453 and Fax: (870)
338-9832.
2. COURT: Sessions of court are scheduled on the following dates:
LEE COUNTY DISTRICT COURT
Criminal Docket: City of Haynes, State of Arkansas (County), and City of Marianna -
Every Monday at 9:00 a.m.
Civil Docket: Second and Fourth Friday at 9:00 a.m.
Office Hours: Marianna on First Wednesdays (time varies).
PHILLIPS COUNTY DISTRICT COURT
Criminal Docket: State of Arkansas (County), and City of Helena-West Helena-Plea and
Arraignment every Tuesday at 9:00 a.m.
Misdemeanor Docket: Every Tuesday at I :00 p.m.
Traffic Docket: Every Thursday at 9:00 a.m.
Civil Docket: First and Third Friday at 9:00 a.m.
Criminal Docket: Lakeview criminal cases, Third Wednesday at 9:00 a.m.
Criminal Docket: Elaine criminal cases, Third Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.
Criminal Docket: Marvel criminal cases, plea and arraignment, Second Wednesday at
9:30 a.m. and trials on the Fourth Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
Office Hours: Helena on First Wednesdays (time varies).
3. TYPES OF CASES: the following cases are heard at the locations listed:
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Administrative Plan for District Court22
Lee County District Court: Traffic offenses, criminal offenses, small claims cases, and
civil cases.
Phillips County District CourtPhillips County Department and Helena-'West Helena Department: Traffic offenses,
criminal offenses, small claims cases, and civil cases.
Lakeview Department: Traffrc offenses and criminal offenses.
Elaine Department: Traffic offenses and criminal offenses.
Marvel Department: Traffic offenses and criminal offenses.
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: There are currently no specialty courts in District22.
I 2rl\ÈW. King
District 22 Court Judge
Date
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ST. FRANCIS COUNTY DISTRICT COURT ADMINITRATIVE PLAN DISTRICT COURT, ST FRANCIS COUNTY, ARKANSAS
1. JUDGES: The St. Francis County District Court is served by one state district judge. Thejudge serve(s) in the designated departments of the court as follows:
Department
Forrest City/St. Francis County
Madison/Palestine/Wheatley
Location:
Forrest City, AR
Forrest City, AR
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
Department
Forrest City
Madison/Palestine/Wheatley
Time/Day of Court
Mondays 9:00 a.m./1:00 p.m. Wednesday 9:00 a.m./1:00p.m. Friday 9:00 a.m.
Scheduled one Tuesday each Month. at 1:00 p.m.
Civil cases and special settings scheduled on an as needed basis. Probable Cause and First Appearance hearings are scheduled as necessary. The court is available to law enforcement outside of business hours for search and arrest warrants.
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
Department
Forrest City Madison Palestine
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS:
Type of Cases
Criminal/Civil/Traffic Criminal/Traffic Criminal/Traffic
The St. Francis County District Court does not operate or administer any specialtyprograms.
5. JURISDICTION EXCHANGE AGREEMENTS:
The court enters agreements with judges from other jurisdictions for exchanges ofjurisdiction for arraignments and trials where there may possibly be a conflict ofinterest. Exchanges are scheduled on an as needed basis.
/Vl4e, :b,rl\ith Mike Smith District Judge, St Francis County District Court, State of Arkansas
Mike Smith District Judge:_ St. Francis County District CourtState of Arkansas
Date: __ M_A_Y _1_8_2_01_8
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l. JUDGES: The Woodruf:'serving in the following des i
DePartmenJAugusta, Woodruff
Cotton Plant
Patterson
McCrory
COURT: Sessions < f
DeparttT.len!
Augusta
Cotton Plant
Ir ¡f ^/j-,r-,rv¡vvrvr jl
Parterson
TYPES OF CASES: ThC
I)ena¡tment
Augusta
McCrory
Cotton Plant
Patterson
4. SPECIALITY PRO GRA
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DIS TRI
Canon
TüOODRUFF COLÏNTYCOURT ADMI\IISTRÂTIVE
Distriot Court is served bY one
departments:
ge generallY scheduled on:
LYS: None.
District Judge
., Woc County
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District Judge,
Co$on t, Arkansas
Augusta,
It4cCrory
kansas
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3rd rlf a mrnil¡Civil & I'lea,s 9:4. M,Crimi¡ral ¡rlsl:33 P. M.
1*' lrt 9:00 A. ivf.
Irl t:30 P M.
3rd I 1:00 A. [{,
cases are heæd at t}¡ese
Crimi
John Eldridge
'v'il/Tr¿ffic
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Tab 2nd Circuit
DISTRICT COU RT ADM I N ISTRATIVE PLAN
CLAY COUNTY DISTRICT COURT, CLAY COUNTY ARKANSAS
L. JUDGES: The Clay County District Court is served by one local District Judge. The Clay
County District Judge has Court in the towns of Piggott, Rector, and Corning, Arkansas.
Name: Clay County District Court Division: Piggott City: Piggott
Name: Clay County District Court Division: Corning City: Corning
Name: Clay County District Court Division: Rector City: Rector
2, COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
Clay County District Court in Piggott, Arkansas on the Lst and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 12:00 p'm
Clay County District Court in Rector, Arkansas on the lst and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a,m.
Clay County District Court in Corning, Arkansas on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m
3, WPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
Misdemeanor criminal cases and traffic cases, probable cause hearings on felonies, and civil cases
with a jurisdictional limit of $5,000.00, small claims cases where attorneys are not present.
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: There are no specialty programs.
Date:
Judge David Copelin
CR-A.IGHEAD COUNTY, STATE DISTRICT COURTADMTNISTRATIVE PLAN
State District Court, District 19, Craighead County, Arkansas
1, JUDGES: The Craigheacl County District Couft is served by two state dishict judges. Thejudges serve in the designatecl divisions of the cou.r1 as follows;
Davicl Boling Division # I Jonesboro/Lake Cit)¡
Thomas Fowler Division #2 Jonesboro/Lake City
2, COURT: Sessions of coutt are generally scheduled on:
Division l+1 
Division #1 8. #2
Division #1 8¿2
Jonesboro
.lonesboro
Jonesbolo
M/T/W 9:00 A,M,-5:00 P.M
Morrday 9:30 A.M. Circuit Courl
M-F 1:00 P.M, Vicleo Court
Division #I &.2 Jonesboro Thursclay 9:30 A'M'-5:00 P'M.
Division #l & 2 Lake City Thursday 9:30 A'M'-l:00 P'M.
3. TYPES OF CASES: The followìng cases are hearcl at these loc¿tions:
Divisio¡ #l &.2 Jonesboro Criminal, Traffic, C.ivil and Small Clairns
Divi #t &.2 Lake City Crirninal, Traffic, Civil and Small Clairns
Both jr-rclges conduct boricl hearings, Rule 8.1 lieatings and probable cause hearings every day at
l:00 P.M. via video court in Jonesboro.
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: The following specialty prograrns are provided:
Sobriety Court, at the District Cotrrt courtLootn in Jonesboro
a, Type of pt-ogtam and clescliption of its operation.
A special clocket was createcl, as a subdivision of the criminal docket, uarnely the
Craigheacl County Sobriety Courl (CCSC), a voluntary prograrn whicl-r is concluctecl every
Thu¡sclay evening at 5:00P,M, The CCSC special docket is geared toward tepeat irnpaired
driving offenclers, that is, individr.ral who face a 2nd or 3"1 DWI charge and/or have been arrestecl
with a BAC level of . l5 or above, The CCSC is a higlily intensive monitoring program combined
with treahnent and pattemecl on the cln-rg court model.
b. Statutory or legal autliority on which it is based.
Arlcansas Suprerne Courl Adrninistrative Orclers 14 and 18, A.C,A. $ 5-65-103 et. seq
and/orA.C.A. $ 16-98-303 et. seq.
c, Certification of compliance rvith all applicable lalvs, iucluding fines, fees, court costs, ancl
plobation assesstnents.
We hereby certify that the Craiglieacl Couuty Sobriety Colu1 operates in compliance withall applicable la',vs, including fìrtes, colut costs, fees, plobation assesstnents ancl jail puuishmeut.
cl. Use of court resourccs,
The CCSC Team includes a juclge, a coorclinator, a coturty prosecutor, plobation
of'ficer/case manager, evaluator(s), treatment provicler(s), an evaluation specialist fiorn Office ofBehavioral Research & Evaluation and a couft liaison. A public defender has been invitecl an
asked to be a rnember of the team but as of the preparation of this plan, one has not accepted the
invitation. Team members have attenclecl training proglalns otTered by the National Center fbrDWI Courts (NCDC) irr collaboration with the National Association of Drug Court Professionals(NADCP) and the National Flighway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The CCSC was
irnplernented and operates accorcling to the NCDC's Ten Guiding Principles and Arkansas law.
e. Sources of funcling.
The CCSC is fLrnded by a grant from the Arkansas State Police Highway Safety Off,ce inconj unction with NHTSA,
5. ADDITIONAL:
Juclge Fowler has submitted a grant proposal to begin in Domestic Violence SpecialtyCourl in Craighead County, This coult has not received any int'ormation regalding the awardingof this grant as of the tirne of this subrnission. The grant request has been acknowledged by the2nd Judicial District Administrative Plan.
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[rro, þ.1(Juclge Thornas Fowler
CzuTTENDEN COUNTY DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLANCRITTENDEN COLINTY, ARKANSAS
1. JUDGES: The Crittenden County District Court is served by one (1) district judge.
The designated divisions of the court a¡e as follows:
a. West Memphis, Arkansasb. Marion, Arkansasc. Earle, Arkansasd. Turrell, Arkansase. Jericho, Arkansas
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled as follows:
.SEE ATTACHED COURT SCHEDULE''
3. TYPES OF CASES:
a. V/est Memphis: Traffic, Misdemeanor, Small Claims and Civilb. Marion: Trafhc and Misdemeanorsc. Earle, Traffic and Misdemeanorsd. Turrell: Traffrc and Misdemeanorse. Jericho: Traffic and Misdemeanors
4. SPECIALITY PROGRAMS:None. However, every Wednesday from 8:30 a.m til9:30 a.m., the District Court hears uncontested and default cases, concerning domestic,probate, and civil issues , in the Circuit Court of Crittenden County, Arkansas,Courthouse, Marion, Arkansas. SEE ATTACHED SCHEDULE.
Dated: June27,2017
Fred Thorne, Crittenden CountyDistict Judge
DISTRICT COURT SCHEDULE AS OF OIiOIlI5- PRESENT
MONDAY: WEST MEMPHIS COURT: 8:30 A.M.- CITY DOCKET9.30 A.M.-STATE DOCKETI:30 P.M, TRIALS (CITY AND STATE ALTERNATE)
2. TUESDAY: ISl TUESDAY OF MONTH: WEST MEMPHIS TRIALS: 8:30 A.M. STATEl:30 P.M, CITY
2ND TUESDAY OF MONTH: EARLE: 9:OO A.M.TURRELL: l:00 p.m, effective August, 2015JERICHO: 2:00 p.m. effective August, 2015
3RD TUESDAY OF MONTH: WEST MEMPHIS TRIALS: 8:30 A,M. STATEl:30 P.M. CITY
4TH TUESDAY OF MONTH: EARLEWMPS
9:00 A.M.l:30 P.M. CITY/STATE TRIALS
3 WEDNESDAY:
WEDNESDAY
511r TUESDAY OF MONTH ( IF APPROPRIATE); OPEN
EACH V/EDNESDAY: CIRCUIT COURT: 8:30-9;30 A.M, UNCONTESTED MATTERS
IST WEDNESDAY: WESTMEMPHIS COURT I,3O P.M. FELONY (BO) & MISD JAIL
2ND WEDNESDAY: WEST MEMPHIS COURT: IO:OO A.M. SMALL CLAIMSI l:00 A,M, CIVILl:30 P.M. FELONY (BO) & MISD IAIL
3RD WEDNESDAY: WEST MEMPHIS COURT: I:30 P.M. FELONY (BO) & MISD IAIL
4TH WEDNESDAY: WEST MEMPI{IS COURT: IO:OO A.M. SMALL CLAIMSI l:00 A.M. CIVLl:30 P,M. FELONY (BO) &, MISD JAIL
5TH WEDNESDAY: WEST MEMPHIS COURT:
MARION COURT
l:30 P.M. FELONY (BO) &, MISD JAIL
8:30 A.M. CITY TRIALS9:30 P.M. STATE DOCKETl:30 P.M. STATE/CITY TRIALS DOCKET
WEST MEMPHIS COURT: 8:304.M. CITY DOCKET9:30 A.M. STATE DOCKET
CASES
CASES
4. THURSDAY
5. FRIDAY
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
MISSISSIPPI COLTNTY DISTRICT COURT-OSCEOLA DISTRICT
The State District Court Judge of Mississippi County, Arkansas-Osceola District, acting incompliance with Administrative Order No. 14 of the Supreme Court of Arkansas adopted April6,200I, as amended, hereby adopts this Plan for submission to the Administrative Circuit CourtJudge for the Second Judicial District of Arkansas and the Arkansas Supreme Court for the
effective administration ofjustice in the Mississippi County District Court-Osceola District.
The Court's jurisdictional boundaries include all of the area contained in the Osceola District ofMississippi County, Arkansas.
Donald R. Betterton is the elected state district court judge of the Court.
The Court is divided into four divisions, namely criminal, traffic, civil and small claims
JUDGES: The Mississippi County District Court-Osceola District is served by one State
District Judge. The Judge serves and holds Court in Osceola, Arkansas, for all mattersoriginating in the Osceola District of Mississippi County, Arkansas. On occasion as
required, the Judge holds Court in Osceola, Arkansas, or Blytheville, Arkansas, forreferred matters originating in the Chickasawba District of Mississippi County, Arkansas.An Exchange of Jurisdiction agreement dated June 23'd, 2015, has been executed and
filed by both State District Court Judges of Mississippi County, Arkansas.
2. COURT: Court is held Monday through Friday in Osceola as shown below
3. TYPES OF CASES:
Mississippi County District Court in Osceola, Arkansas.
Court begins at 9:00 a.m. Monday through Friday.
Monday is a plea day for criminal misdemeanors, violations of local ordinances andtraffic citations.Tuesday and V/ednesday are trial days for Criminal Misdemeanors, Violations of LocalOrdinances, and Traffic Citations.Thursday is the trial day for Civil Cases under $25,000.00 and Small Claims cases up to$5,000.00.Fridays are used to schedule various types of matters on an as-needed basis.
Felony First Appearances and bond requests are handled every day as required.
Affrdavits for Arrest Vy'arrants and Search Warrants are reviewed and approved or deniedevery day as required.
Other Matters referred from Circuit Court in accordance with Administrative Order No.
18, section 6(bX4) including matters of an emergency or uncontested nature pending inthe civil, domestic relations, or probate division of circuit court (including but not limitedto ex parte emergency involuntary commitments, uncontested decedent estate
administration, uncontested divorces, and defaults) under guidelines and procedures set
out in the judicial circuit's administrative plan and within the territorial/geographicjurisdiction of the state district court are handled every day.
Conflict cases are set on a dafe certain per an agreement with another District Judge to
exchange jurisdiction for a day, with a Special Judge elected to handle conflict cases for a
particular day or with a Judicial Assignment from the Administrative Offlrce of the
Courts.
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: None at this time
a. Type of program and description of its operation.N/A
b. Statutory or legal authority on which it is based
N/A
c. Certificate of compliance with all applicable laws, including fines, fees, courtcosts and probation assessments.
N/A
d. Use of Court resourcesN/A
e. Sources of funding.N/A
DATE: zgthday of June, 2017.
Judge Donald R. Betterton
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M ISS ISS I P P I COU NTY D ISTRI CT COU RT.CH I CKASAW BA D ISTR ICT
FoR 2018
l- JUDGES : The Mississippi County District Court - Chickasawba District is served by one StateDistrict Judge, The Judge travels to each City and serves the designated divisions of the Court asFollows:
MississippiCounty District Court- Chickasawba Division - Blytheville, AR.
Mississippi County District Court - Gosnell Division - Gosnell, AR,
Mississippi County District Court - Maníle Division - Manila Coun comes to Blytheville andutilizíes the court room facilities in Blytheville.
Mississippi County District Court - Leachville Division - Leachville, AR.
Mississippi County District Court - Dell Division - Dell, AR.
2. COURTT Sessions of Court are scheduled as follows:
Court is held Monday through Thursday Ín Blythevílle with the other Courts being scheduled onalternate afternoons as shown below.
3. TYPES OF CASÊS; The following cases are heard at these locations;
Mississippi County District Court - Chickasawba Division in Blythevill€, Ar.Court begins at 9:00 a.m. Monday through Thursday. Monday is plea day, Tuesday throughThursday are trìal days for Traffic, Criminal Misdemeanor and Violations of Local Ordinances.Civil Cases under 525,000.00 and Small Claims cases are heard on Tuesday. Felony FirstAppearance and Uncontested Circuit Court Cases are handled every day.
Mississippi CounÇ District Court- Gosnell DivisionCourt is held at 1:30 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of the month. Criminal Misdemeanorand Traffic cases are heard. Uncontested Círcuit Court Cases are heard et th¡s location on theattorney's request.
Míssissippi County District Coun - Manila DivisionCourt is held at 1:30 p.m. on the second and 2nd and forthTuesdays of the month. CriminalMisdemeanor and Traffic cese$ are heard. Uncontested Circuit Ceses are heard at this locationon the request of any attorney.
Míssissippi C0unty District Court - LeachvÍlle DivisionCourt is held at 1:30 p.m. on the first and third wednesdays of the month. CriminalMisdemeanor and Traffic cases äre heard. Uncontested Círcuit Cases are heard at this locationon the request of any attorney.
Mississippi County D¡strict Court - Dell Division
08/LB/20L7 2:57 PM FAX
Court is held at 1:30 p.m. on the second lvlonday of the month. Crirnínal Mísdemeanor andTraffic cases ere heard, Uncontested Circuit Court Cases are heard at this location'on theon the request of any attorney,
Conflict cË¡ses are set on a date certa¡n per an agreement with another District Judge to exchangejurisdiction for a day, or on e Fríday if necessary.
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: None at this time
a. Type of program and description of its operation.N/A
b. Statutory or legal euthority òn which it is basedN/A
c, Certification of compliance with all applicable laws, includíng fines, fees, court costs andpro batio n assessments.
N/A
@ ooo¡zoooc
N/A
e. Sources offunding.
. N/A
DATE: 16rh day of 20L7
J nnon
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
PoinsettCountyDistrictCourt'PoinsettCounty'Arkansas
1, JUDGES: The Poinsett county District court is served by one state district judge' The judge
serves in the designated divisions of the court as follows:
PoinsettCo.DistrictCourt-HarisburgDivisioninHarrisburg,AR
PoinsettCo,DistrictCourt_TrumannDivisioninTruma¡n,AR
PoinsettCo.DistrictCourt-LepantoDivisioninLepanto,AR
Poinsett co. District court - Ma¡ked Tree Division in Marked Tree' AR
PoinsettCo'DistrictCourt--WeinerDivisioninWeiner,AR
PoinsettCo.DistrictCourt-TyronzaDivisioninTyronza,AR
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally sch
Court and a brief session at the D
Weiner Division' WeclnesdaY is
Month. A brief session is held at the Detentio
and Marked Tree Divisions. Friday is Trumar¡r and Harrisburg (ail docket)'
3. TypES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
Hanisburg Division in Harrisburg, AR - criminal Misdemeanor/civil under
$5000.00/$25,000.0Orunconrested oomestic (circuit)/uncontested Probate (circuit)/
Uncontested Civil (Circuit)/Domestic Abuse (Circuit)/Felon! First Appearanoes
Trumann Division in Trumann, AR - criminal Misdemeanor/civil under
$5000.00/$25,000.O0runcqntested Domestic (circuit)/uncontested Probate (circuit)/
Uncontested Civil (Circuit)/Domestìc Abuse (Circuit)/Felony First Appearances
Marked Tree Division in Marked Tree, AR - Criminal Misdemeanor/civil under
$5000.00/$25,000.O0runoontested Domestic (circuit)/tJncontested Probate (circuit)/
uncontested civil (circuit)/Domestic Abuse (circuit)Æelony First Appearances
Lepanto Division in Lepanto, AR - Criminal
$5000.00/$25,000'00runcontested Domestic (Circui rouit)/
Uncontested Civil (Circuit)/Domestic Abu;e (Circui s
weiner Division in weiner, AR- Criminal Misdemeanor/civil under
$5000.00/$25,000.O0/uncontçsted Domestic (circuit)/uncontested Probate (circuit)/
uncontested civil (circuit)/Domestic Abuse (circuit)/Felony First Appearances
Tyronza Division in Tyronza, AR - criminal Misdemeanor/civil tlnder
$5000,00/$25,000.0Oruncontested Domestic (circuit)/uncontested Probate (circuit)/
ijncontested civil (circtrit)/Domestic Abuse (circuit)/Felony First Appearances
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS:None at this time'
a. Type of program and description of its operation'
NiA
b. Statutory or legal authority on which it is based'
N/A
c. Certification of compliance with atl applicable laws, including fines' fees' court costs' and
probation assessments.
N/A
d, Use ofoourt resources.
N/A
e, Sources of funding.N/A
DATE: June 13,2017
J Hunter
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Tab 3rd Circuit
JACKSON COUNTY DISTRICT COURTADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Jackson County District Court, Jackson County, Arkansas
1. JUDGES: The Jackson County District Court is served by one local district judge. This
Judge serves in the designated divisions of the court as follows:
Name: Barbara Ann Griffin Division #l City: Newport
Division #2 City: Diaz
Division #3 City: Tuckerman
Division #4 City: Swifton
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
Division #l: Newport rWednesdays
Division #2: Diaz l't Monday of the Month
Division #3: Tuckerman 'Wednesdays
Division #4: Swifton 3'd Thursday of the Month
9:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
aJ TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
Division #1: Newport TrafFrc, Criminal & Civil
Division #2: Diaz Trafñc & Criminal
Division #3: Tuckerman Traffic & Criminal
Division #4: Swifton Traffic & Criminal
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: There are no specialty programs provided by any of the
Divisions of the Jackson County District Court.
Jackson Court District CourtAdministrative PlanPage2 of2
A. GRIFFIN,JACKSON COUNTY DISTRICT CO
DATE:
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Tab 4th Circuit
Second Judicial District Court (Washington County and that portion of Benton County covered
by statute)
The District Court plan effective January 1,2018 is attached hereto and is unanimously approved
District Judges. This plan reflects changes to be made as of January 1,2019 as agreed upon by
the Judges as June 28,2017.
1st Division-- Judge Jeff Harper
2nd Division--Judge Graham Nations
3rd Division-- Judge Clinton (Casey) Jones
4th Division--Judge William Storey
lst Division
The lst Division plan for 2018 is as follows:
1. The lst Division will hold court in the city of Springdale as follows
a) Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 8:30 am of each week (criminal first appearance)
b) The first, second and fourth Thursday of each week at 8:30 am (criminal trials)
c) The first and third Monday of each month at 1:00 pm (Benton county criminal)
d) Six Mondays ayear (County criminal)
e) Each Friday at 10:30 am (Criminal first appearances)
f) The fourth Wednesday at 1:30 (Civil)g) Each Tuesday at l:30 pm and third Thursday af 9:00 am (Criminal)
h) The second Monday at l:30 pm (Tontitown Criminal)
2. The lst Division will hold court in the city of Johnson on the third V/ednesday at 12:30 pm
(Criminal trials)
3. The lst Division will hold court in the city of Elm Springsthe secondWednesday at12:30
(Criminal)
2nd Division
The 2nd Division plan for 2018 is as follows:
1. The 2nd Division will hold court in the city of Prairie Grove as follows
a) The first and third Tuesday of each month at 8:30 am and l:30 (Criminal)
b) The second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 8:30 am (Civil and Small Claims)
c) Each Friday at 10:00 am (Criminal first appearances)
2. The 2nd Division will hold court in the city of Johnson the first and third Monday at 12:30 pm
of each month (Criminal)
3. The 2nd Division will hold court in the city of Farmington the second and third Wednesday ofeach month at 10:00 am (Criminal)
4. The 2nd Division will hold court in the city of Lincoln the second and fourth Tuesday of the
month at 1:30 pm (Criminal)
5. The 2nd Division will hold court in the city of Springdale the first V/ednesday of the month at
1:00 pm (Small Claims)
6. The 2nd Division will hold court at the Washington County Jail, in Fayetteville each Monday
at 8:00 am conducting first appearance hearings in felony criminal cases for the Fourth Circuit
Judicial District pursuant to Administrative Rule 18, as well as first appearances for the cities ofJohnson, Elm Springs, Lincoln, Prairie Grove, and Farmington.
3rd Division
The 3rd Division plan for 2018 is as follows:
1. The 3rd Division will hold court in the city of Greenland the third Monday of the month at
1:00 pm (Criminal)
2.The 3rd Division will hold court in the city of Elkins as follows:
a)The first,second and fourth Tuesday of the month at2:30 pm (Criminal)
b) The third Tuesday of the month at2:30 pm (Civil and anaignments)
As of January I ,2019 these duties will be carried out by the 4th division.
3. The 3rd Division will hold court in the city of V/est Fork as follows:
a) Each Thursday at2:30 pm (Criminal).
b) The first Monday of the month at 1:00 pm (Civil and Small Claims)
4. The 3rd Division will hold court in the city of Fayetteville the second Monday of the month
at 1:30 pm (Small Claims)
5. The 3rd Division will hold court at the Washington County Jail in Fayetteville each
Wednesday at 8:00 am conducting hrst appearance hearings in felony criminal cases for the
Fourth Circuit Judicial District pursuant to Administrative Rule 18, as well as first appearances
for the cities of Elkins, West Fork, Greenland, Elm Springs and Johnson.
4th Division
The 4th Division plan for 2018 is as follows:
1. The 4th division will hold court in the city of Fayetteville as follows
a) Each Monday and Friday at 8:00 am (Criminal)
b) The second and fourth Monday of the month at 9:00 am and l:30 pm (Civil)
2. TheffiÆ"will hold court in the city of Fayetteville every Wednesday at 1:30 pm
ill canied out by the the 3rd Division.
Elkins as follows:
the month at2:30 pm (Criminal)
b) The third Tuesday of the month at2:30 pm (Civil and arraignments)
Each Judge shall be available for exchange with the other Judges. The Judges within this district
have agreed upon the herein division of duties and
except upon agreement. The judges shall meet from
once every six months to review this plan and ensure
agree this plan shall not be altered
time and in any event, no less thantime
the ve administration of justice
Nations
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Judge Clinton
3rd Division) Jones Judge William Storey
4th Division
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Tab 5th Circuit
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Pope County District Court
t. The Pope County District Court is served by one state district iudge. The iudge serves inthe designated departments of the court as follows :
Pope County Department: 8:30 AM (pleas) L0:00 AM (trials) each Tuesdayat the District Court building in Russellville AR
Russellville Department : 2:00 PM (pleas) each Tuesday9:30 AM and L:00 PM (trials) each Wednesdayat the District Court building in Russellville AR
Dover Department 4:00 PM (pleas and trials) on the L.t Monday of eachmonth, at the Dover City Hall Building
Atkins Department 4:00 PM (pleas and trialsJ on the 4th Monday of eachmonth, at the Atkins City Hall Building
London Department 5:00 PM [pleas and trials) on the 2"d Monday of eachmonth at the London City Hall Building.
Pottsville Department 9:30 AM (pleas) and3:00 PM (pleas, trials and trooper citations)on the Znd Thursday of each month,at the Pottsville City Hall Building
Traffic tickets and criminal cases are heard at each department. Civil and Small claimscases are only heard at the Russellville / Pope County Department location, in the countyseat, on Mondays and Thursdays at 1:30 PM.
The following Circuit Court matters are referred to the State District Court,Pope County:
It is expected that the Pope County District fudge shall conduct felony bond hearings(pursuant to Rules 8.L,8.2,8.3, 8.4, 8.5, 9.1, 9.3,9.4 of the Arkansas Rules of CriminalProcedure) every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning. The hearings are held in asmall courtroom inside the Pope County fail. The District court fudge shall conduct thesehearings unless arrangements are made for the hearings to be held by one of the Circuitfudges.
Further, the "Criminal Matters" referred to in S6(b)(5) of Arkansas Supreme CourtAdministrative Order 18 shall be performed by the Pope County District Court fudge on an"as needed" basis.
Probation revocation preliminary hearings are to be held by the District Court fudgeeach Friday morning in accordance with ACA S 16-93-307.
The Pope County District Court has no Specialty Programs.
DON W. BOURNE, DISTRICT COURT JUDGEPOPE COUNTY
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Tab 6th Circuit
2OL8 Case Plans for Dístrict Courts
little Rock District Court
North Little Rock District Court
Pulaski County District Court
Sherwood District Court
Jacksonvllle/Maumel le D¡strict Courts
Perry County DisÜict Court
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLANLittle Rock District Court, Wrightsville District Court,
and Cammack Village District Court, all in the Thirty-First District,as established by Ark. Code Ann Sec. 16-17-110
Whereas Arkansas Code Annotated Section 16-17-1110(E) provides that
"Effective January 1,2017 , the Thirty-First (31st) District shall continue to have eleven
(11) departments that shall be served by eight (8) state district judges"; and
Whereas the referenced statute further provides that the judges of the above
mentioned courts "shall be elected districtwide and shall have districþwide territorial
jurisdiction"; and
Whereas the 31st District is defined as being Pulaski County, Arkansas; and
Whereas the referenced statute provides further that
"The Little Rock District Court - First Division shall be served by one (1) judge";
"The Little Rock District Court * Second Division shallbe served by one (1)
judge"; and
"The Little Rock District Court -- Third Division, the Wrightsville District Court, and
the Cammack Village District Court shall be served by one (1)judge"; and
Whereas it is now appropriate, pursuant to applicable administrative orders of the
Arkansas Supreme Court, that the below three judges of the above referenced courts
set forth the administrative plan for said courts,
BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED, AGREED, ESTABLISHED, AND SET FORTH bY
the below signed judges.as follows, for submission to the Arkansas Supreme Court for
its approval:
1. JUDGES: The Little Rock District Court is served by three State Dishict
Judges:
Huqh Finkelstein
Vig Flemino Division 2
Mark Leverett Division 3
Additionally, Judge Mark Leverett serves as a State District Judge in
and for the Wrightsville District Court and the Cammack Village District Court.
2. COURT SESSIOñIS:
LITTLE ROGK DISTRICT COURT sessions are regularly scheduled as
follows:
Division 1 Mon. through Fri. 9:00 a.m. - finish
Division 2 Mon. through Fri. 8:30 a.m. -finishDivision 3 Mon., Wed., Thu. 1:00 p.m. -finish
Tues. 1:30 p.m. -finishWRIGHTSVILLE DISTR¡GT COURT sessions are regularly scheduled as
follows:
2nd & 4th Tue. 9:00 am - finish
GAMMACK VILLAGE DISTRICT COURT sessions are regularly scheduled
as follows:
1st Tue. of even-numbered months 4:30 -finishPULASKI COUNTY CIRCUIT COURT sessions.
The 31st District State District Court Judges of the above courts sit for the Sixth
Judicial Circuit Court Judges, in the Pulaski County Courthouse (in the State District
Court courtroom on the second floor) on certain days, as follows:
Judge Finkelstein (1st & 3rd Thu.) 1:00 - finish
Judge Fleming (2nd & 4th Tue.) 1:00 - finish
Judge Leverett (1st & 3rd Tue.) 9:00 am - finish
3. TYPES OF CASES:
a. Liftle Rock District Court,600 West Markham Street; Little Rock, Arkansas:
Division 1 Non-traffic misdemeanors (arraignment, plea, trial)
Felonies (probable-cause (PC) and bond issues)
Division 2 Traffic violations and misdemeanors (arraignment, plea, trial)
Felonies arising from traffic cases (PC and bond issues)
Division 3 Environmental, Civil, Small Claims, Parking
b. Wrightsville District Cour-t,132Cø Highway 365 South, Wrightsville, Arkansas
72183: any case that might properly be lodged in district courts in Arkansas.
c. Cammack Village District Court, Cammack Village City Hall, Cammack Village,
Arkansas, or Little Rock District Court Building, 600 West Markham St., Little Rock,
Arkansas 72201: any case that might properly be lodged in district courts in Arkansas.
d. S,xfh Judicial Circuit Coutt, Pulaski County Courthouse, 401 West Markham
St., Little Rock, Arkansas 72201: Domestic Battery, Child Support Enforcement,
Paternity, Unlavrrful Detainer.
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: Little Rock District Courts, Divisions 1 &2, have no
specialty programs at this time.
Division 3 has the Little Rock Youth Diversion Program at various sites
dependent upon curriculum.
a. Type of program and description of its operation: JuvenileAfouth Diversion
Program that will prepare young men and women by giving them assistance with
academics and life skills training.
b. Statutory or legal authority on which it is based: Grant Reference Nurnber:
2013-JB-FX-0059
c. Certification of compliance with all applicable laws, including fines, fees, court
costs, and probation assessments.
d. Use of court resources. N/A
e. Sources of funding: Juvenile Accountability Grant Program (JABG)
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DATE: June 21,2017
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6-13-t7
First Division District Court of North Little Rock Adtninistrative Plan
Sunday: Warrants (search änd arrest)
Monday: Sign affidavfts, cfvil flllngs, search warrants and röturfls
2nd. & 4th. Mondays Çircuit Couft Hearings
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Tuesday:
wednesday 9;00-L:30
Thursday 9:00-12:00
Friday
Saturday
2016 Filings
9:00-urrtil complete
1:00-until complete
Criminalcourt (everyweek)
Sign affidavits, civll fillngs, search warrants and returñs
Ad mi nistrative office cl uties
Cfvil & SrnallClaims (every third Tuesday)
Criminal court (every week)
Slgn affÍdavits, civil fítings, searclr warrarlts and returns
Admlnisträtive office dutie
Criminal couft- every Thursday Garne & Fish cases
Sign affidavits, civil fillngs, search warrants and returns
Probable Cause, Bonds
Stgn affidavits, çivilfilings, search warrants and returns
Administrative office duties
Pufaski countyJail (every 8th, Saturday)
Wärrants (search & arrest)Judge is always available every day
of the week to sign warrants,
Críminal 11-,541
Civil 768
SmallClaims 90
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Second Division District Court of North Little Rock Administration Plan
Sunday:Warrants (search and arrest)
Monday: 8:30am untilcompleted Plea and Arraignment
lrrcluding Jail Video Plea Docket
Staff frorr Fanrily Service Agency present for DWI PSSR screerrirtgs
Staff from Protrac present for Probation assessrnents
Tuesday: (1" - 3'd) 1:30 unt¡l conrpleted Trials, Hearíngs, Reports, Sentencing, Jail Vldeo
4th Tuesday: 1:30 until completecl public Defender Trials, Hearings, Sentencing, Jait Vicleo
Weclnesdav: (L*- 3") 1:30 until completecl Trials, Hearings, Reports, Sêntencing, JaìlVideo
4th Weclnesday: 1:30 until completed Spänish Docket Pleas, Trials, Hearing, Sentencing, Jaíl Video
AOC certified interpreter is present for Court (Other nationalities & Sign available)
2nd g 4th Wednesday 9:00am until compteted Child Support Hearings at Pulaski C. Clrcuit Ct.
Thursday : (2no) 1:30 until completed Animal Control Pleas, Trials, Reports, Sentencing
Thursday; (3d) 1:30 until conrpleted Code Eñforcernent Pleas,Irials, Reports, Sentencing
All cases are prosecuted by NLR Assistänt Çity Attorney, Bill Brown
Ériday; Judge ís available every day for sigrring of warrants gsearch and arrest)
Saturday: pulaski county Jail (every 8th Saturday)
2016 Filings NLR PD 14,433 putaskiTech 10
NLR Anlmal Control 733 Other-transfers 3L
NLR Code Enforcernent 4gS Railroad 31
ASP 10,436
AHP 2,98
Trafflc Cases
AnimelControl
Çode Enforcement
Totel:
27,922
733
495
29,150
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DATE:
JUDGE PAULA J
JUDGE RANDY MORLEY
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PULASKI COUNTY DISTRICT COURT3001 West Roosevelt Road
Little Rock, AR 72204Pulaski Gounty, AR
ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
2017
JUDGE: The Pulaski County District Court is designated as a State District Court,
served by one (1) state district judge. Judge Wayne A, Gruber presides, hearing all
subject matter designated for Pulaski County District Court.
1. Pulaski County District Court has subject matter jurisdiction over the followingmisdemeanors and violations of state law and local ordinances:
a. Criminal cases;b. Traffic cases;c. Game and fish regulations;d. Preliminary felony cases - "video arraignments" (plea/arraignment,
establishing probable cause and setting bonds);e. Civil cases;f. Small claims
2. COURT: Court sessions are conducted daily (Monday - Friday).*See schedule attached
3. TYPES OF CASES: All cases are heard at the court location, 3001 WestRoosevelt Road, Little Rock, AR
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAM
As provided for in A.G.A. S f 6-10-139, Pulaski County District Court implemented a
DW|/Sobriety Court program targeting first and second DWI offenders, as well as first
time offenders registering a BAC level of .15 or higher. The program, which began
accepting referrals in August 2016, is available to all offenders identified as meeting
program criteria. The DW|/Sobriety Court program has been developed in line with and
follows the Ten Guidinq Principles as set out by the National Center for DWI Courts, All
members of the team have completed training provided by the National Center, the
National Association of Drug Court and Professionals, as well as the Arkansas
Association of Drug Court Professionals. Pulaski County District Court is one of thirteen
District Courts in Arkansas, including, Shenruood District Court also in Pulaski County,
which has developed and begun a DWl/Sobriety Court based on the national standards
and guidelines.
As of this date, no fines, fees, court costs or assessments have been levied, as none of
the program participants has completed the DW|/Sobriety Court program. Upon program
completion, participants will be sentenced pursuant to all applicable sentencing laws and
fined accordingly.
The program provides services, supervision and accountability that will assist the
participant to achieve and maintain his/her sobriety; thus reducing the number of impaired
drivers in Pulaski County through a multi-disciplinary team. Team members include the
following: Pulaski County District Judge; Pulaski County District Court Chief Clerk;
Pulaski County District Court case manager; Pulaski County deputy prosecuting attorney;
Pulaski County deputy public defender; Pulaski County sheriff's office Lieutenant and two
drug/alcohol treatment therapists. The team meets bi-weekly to staff cases and conduct
court proceedings.
Currently, there are no designated funds to support the Pulaski County District Court DWI/
Sobriety Court. Each county entity represented on the team provides the representative
considering the additional duties required by the team member to be inclusive of the
respective duties of each. For training purposes, the District Court has applied for and
received funds in the amount of $15,000 from the Arkansas State Police Highway Safety
Office. These funds allow team members to attend the Arkansas Drug Court
Professionals Association and the National Association for Drug Court Professionals
annual training conferences which provides on-going training.
(lncluded, for review, is the Handbook for the PCDC DWI (Sobriety Court) detailing
program guidelines of the program and expectations of all participants. Further
information can be provided upon request.)
DATE \ta
JUDGE
PULASKI COUNTY DISTRICT COURT3001 W. Roosevelt Road
Little Rock, AR 72204
2017 CALENDAR(Video Arraignment daily at 8:45 am unless otherwise indicated)"
(5*)
NOCOURT(Or Extra Civil Days)
(4')
AM Small GlaimsAm Reserve Judgements
PM Small Glainns
(3')
AM CivÍl TrialsAm Reserve Judgements
PM Civil Trials
(2""1
AM Small ClaimsAM Reserve Judgements
PM Small Claims
(1"')
Pass to FilePay Docket
Pt No Court
Arraignments(Regular Tuesday Docket
Arraignments(Regular Tuesday Docket
Arraignments(Regular Tuesday Docket
Arraignments(Regular Tuesday Docket
Arraignments(Regular Tuesday Docket)
TUËSDAY ;I
NO COURT(Or Extra Civil or TrooperDays)
AM CriminalÆraffic Trials
PM Criminaf/Traffic Trials
AM Circuit Court
*12145 V¡deo Arreignment
PM DWI Trials
AM Criminal/Traffic Trials
PM Criminal/Traffic Trials
AM Gircuit Court
'12:45 V¡deo Arraignment
PM DWI Trials
ì,IIEDNESDAY :.
r{o couRf(Or Extra Civil or TrooperDays)
AM Civil Trials
PM Civil Trials
AM Trooper Trials
PM Trooper Trials
(NO COTTRT)(extra trial dates if needed)
PM Civil Trials
(NOCOURn(extra trial dates if needed)
PM Trooper Trials
'T,fdURSDAY '
At Community Service Req.
AM Community Service Req.
AM Gommunity Service Req.
AM Community Serv¡ce Req.
AM Community Service Req.
FRIEAY
PULASKI COUNTY DISTRICT COURT
D.W. t./SOBRI ETY COU RT PARTICI PANT
HANDBOOK
MISSION STATEMENT
Pulaski County District Court Sobriety Court aims to improve community safety
and reduce DWI recidivism by using best practices in providing a comprehensive,
timely rehabilitation program for DWI offenders.
puLAsKr couNTY DISTRICT COURT D.W.l./SOBRIETY COURT
3OO1 WEST ROOSEVELT ROAD
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72204Phone: (50L) 340-6968
Fax: (501.) 340-6788
INTRODUCTION
W'elcome to the Pulaski County District Court-D,W,l./Sobriety Court. The
Pulaski County District Court-D.W.L/Sobriety Court, a 12-month post adjudicationprogram designed primarily for people who have incurred multiple drunken drivingoffenses. You enter the program by pleading guilty and being sentenced to
D.W.L/Sobriety Court. You will receive little or no jail time then, but the maximum jailtime may be imposed if you fail in the program and you can be billed for the cost of your
incarceration in addition to the fine, costs, restitution, cost of counseling/treatment and
probation monitoring, Arkansas Driver Control imposes drivers' license sanctions.
For a person to be eligible, they cannot have a history of violent crimes or sexual
offenses, they must reside within Pulaski County, they cannot have any other pending
charges and the Prosecuting Attorney must have no objections to their candidacy,
This handbook is provided to help you understand the services the Program
provide the Program's rules, expectations of behavior and your rights as a recipient ofsubstance abuse services, If you have any questions concerning the Program, or need
clarification on any of the items found in this handbook, please feel free to contact your
assigned counselor, probation officer or Court staff.
During your participation in this program, you are expected to refrain from all use
of alcohol and drugs, Be honest and truthful while in the program, because we can workthrough almost any problem together. Be aware that this program is about accountability
and personal responsibility and all participants are held to that standard. SHOW UP ONTIME FOR APPOINTMENTS, HEARINGS AND TESTING, Ultimately, this program
is about self-respect and respect for others. Show respect for the time of others by
appearing on time,
COST OF THE PROGRAM
There are costs associated for probation monitoring that will vary depending on what
Phøse you are in within the program. This cost will vary depending on frequency of visitsand testing required by the program. You will be expected to pay for the cost associated
with drug/urine testing as they are incurred, The Court also utilizes alcohol monitoring,
There is also a cost associated with treatment, occasionally there are funds available to
help offset the cost of treatment, but availability is limited and you have to meet certainqualifications to be eligible. Your treatment provider will assist you in the process to see
if you qualify. Please note that you will be expected to pay all fees owed for probation
and treatment as you progress from one phase to the next.
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TREATMENT
D.W,I. /Sobriety Court participants must undergo a substance abuse assessment
when entering the program. The assessment determines the proper level of treatment,
There is very little tolerance for missed counseling appointments, If you do not believe
you need treatment, you do not belong in D,W.L /Sobriety Court. The Court will be
communicating on a regular basis with your counselor to discuss progress and
attendance. The D.W.I./Sobriety Court Íeserve the right to modify your treatment to
better suit your needs as may be necessary,
THE D.W.L/SOBRIETY COURT TEAM
The key to your success is the TEAM approach. The D.W.L/Sobriety Court Team
consists of the Judge, Prosecutor, Defense Attorney, Probation Officer(s), LawEnforcement, Treatment Providers, D.W,I./Sobriety Court Graduates, Drug Testing
Facilitators, and YOU. You are the main player, The rest of us are here to support you,
Your progress is reviewed and discussed prior to review hearings by the team members,
REVIEW HEARINGS
Participants in D.W.I./Sobriety Court are required to attend Review Hearings
every one to four weeks, which is determined by your Phase, The Judge, Prosecutor,
Defense Attorney, Law Enforcement, Probation Officers, Treatment Froviders, other
D.W.I./Sobriety Court participants, family members and friends are invited to attend
these hearings. The Judge, along with the rest of the Team, will review your progress
with your treatment providers and your probation offrcer, and determine what rewards,
sanctions or adjustments may be appropriate for you.
You are encouraged to ask questions and voice any concerns you may have about
your participation in the program. You will be given notice of your next report date at the
end of each review hearing. It is your responsibility to keep track of your court dates,
probation report dates, testing schedule, and treatment schedule, as you will have many
appointments and meetings to attend, particularly in the early phases.
PROBATION REPORT DAYS
D.'W.I,/Sobriety Court participants are expocted to report to their Probation
Officer on their assigned report day and to be on time, You should come prepared withproof of 12-step meeting (or a Court approved equivalent) attendance and any other
verification that is requested. If you have changes in your life such as address, phone
number, roommates, employment, etc. you need to inform your Probation Offrcer ofthose changes IMMEDIATELY.
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You are also required to be available 2417 for random call-in testing by a Probationrepresentative, As a result of this requirement, all travel must be approved by the Court
and Probation, particularly travel that requires an overnight stay or leaving Pulaski
County or the county in which you reside. Again, all trips must be preapproved by theCourt and probation.
EMPLOYMENT AND/OR SCHOOL
The Judge may require you to obtain/maintain employment or enroll in avocational/educational program. D.W.I,/Sobriety Court requires that participants withouta high school diploma prrrsue a General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) or complete high
school. If you are enrollecl in a vocational/educational program, you will be required to
attend classes and present documentation of course and/or program completion, Youremployment and/or enrollment in an educational program may be verified by the
Probation Offrcer appearing at your place of employment or the educational institution.
If you lose your job while in the program, you will be given a time frame in whichto secure other employment, While searching for employment, you may be required to
participate in job training or community service.
D.W,I. /Sobriety Court staff will routinely verify your employment and/or
educational program through phone contact with the employer or educational institution,through copies of paycheck stubs, grade reports, class attendance records, etc, We
strongly encourage you to notify our employer of your participation in the
D.W,I./Sobriety Court Program including required court appearances and treatmentsessions.
The Court will review any employment that requires the handling of alcoholicbeverages as part of your job duties, Upon review, it may be required that an employment
change is necessary. This requirement is to ensure that your contact with alcohol is
abated, due to the fact that you are not allowed to consume and possess alcohol while inthe program.
PBTs AND URINE SCREENS
D.W,I./Sobriety Court participants are expected to undergo frequent PBTs and
urine screens; possibly daily, and submit to random call in tests. Testing may increase or
decrease depending on your success in the program.
Missed PBTs or urine screens are considered a positive result and subject to
immediate sanction(s), and will be dealt with further at the next Review Hearing.
If you attempt to tamper with a test sample, or engage in any type of falsificationof a submitted sample, or seek to have another do so, you will be subject to sanction(s)
and/or termination from the program,
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NOTE: If you believe you may test positive, you should notify your ProbationOffrcer before you test.
NOTE: At any time during the program, you may be tested for drugs and/oralcohol by the Probation Officer, Law Enforcement, or a drug testing facility. Testingmay include a drug test, breathalyzer, or any other form of testing deemed appropriate,
REWARDS & SANCTIONS
In order to help oncourage positive change, the prograrn will utilize rewards andsanctions, This may include time spent in phases, increased or decreased appearances incourt, and the imposition or suspension of community service, electronic home detentionand even jail time,
TERMINATION
You may be terminated from the program for a variety of reasons including:
. You petition the Court for voluntary termination;
. You exhibit violent behavior of threats of violent behavior towardyourself or others;
' You display inappropriate, disruptive or non-compliant behavior;. You refuse to satisfactorily participate in program requirements;. You are charged with another criminal offense;. Your fail to appear for review hearings, treatment appointments or
report days;. Repeated violation of program rules;. Repeated dilute, missed or positive drug screens/PBT's.
RESIDENCE
In order to participate in D.W.I./Sobriety Court, you rnust be a resident of PulaskiCounty. Your place of residence must be verified. If you attempt to falsify your place ofresidence, you may be subject to sanction(s) and/or termination from the program, Youmay not leave the area without obtaining permission from the D.W.L/Sobriety CourtTeam or your Probation Officer.
Your Probation Offrcer may appear at your place of residence at any time of theday or night to conduct a drug and/or alcohol test on you. As part of your participation inD.W.I./Sobriety Court, you agree to allow the officer to conduct the test, If you are notpresent at your residence, and you are not working or at school, or do not otherwise havea legitimate, verifiable reason for not being home, you may be subject to sanction(s)and/or termination from the program.
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D.W.I. /SOBRIETY COURT PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Listed below are the general requirements for each phase. Please keep in mindthat each participant in the D.W.I./Sobriety Court program has different needs: You maybe required to participate in one or more activities that are not on this list, Ultimately the
D,W.I./Sobriety Team will determine what program best fits your individual needs.
PHASE I
o Weekly random call in drug & alcohol testing (2 to 3 times per week).o Contact with Probation Offrcer a minimum of twice per week.o Maintain a personal log/diary daily.. Attendance for review hearings with the Court once every two weeks.. 90 A,A, /l{.4, meetings (or a Court approved equivalent) within 90 days (one per
day), with verification.. Obtain A,A./NI.A. sponsor (if applicable) with verification and actively work a
12-step program (at least Steps 1-3)¡ Meet with Treatment Provider, enroll in counseling as recommended
by substance abuse assessment, with verification, no unexcused absences.
. Random home/employer visits by ProbationlLaw Enforcement.
. Employed or seeking employment or in school.o Demonstrated a commitment to sobriety (no positive tests or screens).
. Completion of the Phase Up Form (prior to movement to next Phase)
PHASE II
Weekly random call in drug/alcohol testing.Contact with Probation Officer (l to2 times per week).
Attendance for review hearings with the Court once every two weeks.
Attendance at a minimum of three A.A. N.A. meetings (or a Court approvedequivalent) with verif,rcation & actively work a 12-step program (Steps 4-6).
Random home visits by Probation/Law Enforcement.
Continued recommended treatment sessions with treatment provider.
Employment or in school.
Continued commitment to sobriety (no positive tests or screens).
Completion of the Phase Up Form (prior to movement to next Phase).
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PHASE III
Weekly random call in drug/alcohol testing,
Contact with Probation Offrcer (once every 2 weeks).
Review Hearings attendance once every 2 weeks,
Attendance at a minimum of two per week, A.A. /fI.A. meetings (or a Court
approved equivalent) & working a12 step prograrn (Step 7-9)'
Random home visits by Probation/Law Enforcement.
Employment or in school.
Continued recommended treatment sessions with treatment provider.
Continued commitment to sobriety (no positive tests or screens).
Completion of the Phase Up Form (prior to movement to next Phase)'
PHASE IV
. Weekly random call in drug/alcohol testing.o Contact with Probation Officer (twice weekly).. Attendance at aminimum of two per week, A.A. /NI,A. meetings (or a Court
approved equivalent) & workinga12 step program (Step 10-12).
. Review Hearing attendance at least once per month.
o Employment. Completion of self-directed community service.. Completion of written narrative describing life style changes noted while in
program.. Continued commitment to sobriety (no positive tests or screens),
. Continued recommended treatment sessions with treatment provider,
. Completion of the Phase Up Form (prior to graduation).
GRADUATION
You will be eligible for graduation from the programwhen each of the followingconditions has been met:
o You successfully complete each phase of the program (minimum12 months);
o You have demonstrated sobriety for at least 120 consecutive days;
. You have a support system in place.
o The D.W.I. /Sobriety Court Team determine you are suitable forgraduation.
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CONf,'IDENTIALITY
Federal law requires that drug court participants' identities and privacy be
protected. In response to these regulations, the D.W.I. /Sobriety Cowt have developedpolicies and procedures that guard your privacy. Upon enhy into D.W.I. /Sobriety Court,
you will be asked to sign a Consent for Disclosure and Exchange of ConfidentialSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Inþrmation. This disclosure of information gives
the D.W.I. /Sobriety Court permission to obtain prior and current substance abuse
treatment information and allows the D.W.I. /Sobriety Court teams to discuss your
progïess. You will be expected to allow the Teams' access to medical and other records
of care and services (as necessary, and with your full knowledge) that may impact your
participation in the program.
D.\ü.r. /soBRrETY COURT RULES OF ETTQUETTE
Here is a listing of rules regarding conduct from each participant for when
appearing before the D.W.L /Sobriety Court Team:
Bg.quiet in Cowt and when it is your turn to talk to the Judge, qall him "Judge" or'rYour ffonot''.Turn offyour cell phone.
No chewing gum.
Dress appropriately for court: a shirt or blouse, pants, dress or skirt of reasonable
length; shoes must be worn at all times; clothing bearing violent, racist, sexist,
drug or alcohol-related themes or promoting or advertising alcohol or drug use is
considered inappropriate. No shorts, no gang attire, no tank tops or halter tops.
No hats.
Be prepared! Have any reports regarding A.A. /NI.A. meetings, diary, proof ofemployment, etc.... with you.
Most importantly, be on time! A pattem of late a¡rivals may result in a sanction.
Important telephone numbers :
Pulaski County District Court (Jack Hill) 501 340-6968s}l 664-6042Alcoholics Anonymous......
(www. arkansascentraloffice. org)Recovery Centers of Arkansas (treatment services)..... 501 614-4901
If you have any questions or concerns at any time, call one of the numbers above
You have many people supporting your efforts to succeed in this progr¿tm. Your success
is our success!
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DISTRICT COURT OF SHER\ryOOD2201 E Kiehl Ave
Sherwood, AR 72120(501) 835-36e3(s01) 835-8e18
Milas H. Hale IIIDistrict Judgemhale@ cityoßherwood. net
Jvne 22,2017
Barbara CollierChief Clerk
Honorable Vann SmithCIRCUIT JUDGEFourteenth Division401 West Mark*ramLittle Rock, AR72ll6
Re: Administrative Plan for the Speciaþ Court - Sherwood DWI Court
Dear Judge Smith:
The Sherwood District Court has county-wide jurisdiction and hears traffic,misdemeanor, permits and planning violations, hot check, civil and small claims
cases. Additionally, the court does preliminaqy hearings on felony cases before
they are bound over to circuit court. It is served by one Judge, Milas "Butch" Hale
III. Court sessions are Tuesday-Thursday from 7:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Monday
and Friday sessions are from 7:30 a.m. to 8:15, and are known as'Jail docket."
The courtrecently started doing daily First Appearances for Circuit Court.
Please consider this the administrative plan for the specialty court known as the
Sherwood DWI Court.
a) Describe the program and how it operates:
This court targets drunk drivers with a BAC of .17 or higher, who are known
as "hardcore drunk drivers.n' Most are charged with their second or third
DWI. Upon a plea of guiþ, they enter a one-year program of 4 phases,
which includes extensive gfoup and individual therapy, probation withalcohol testing, and court review every two weeks. The model is very
similar to that used in Drug Courts.
b) Provide the statutory and legal authority on which it is based:
A.C.A. 516-93-303, and Administrative Orders 14 and 18.
c) Certify that the program conforms to all applicable sentencing laws,
including ftnes, court fees, and probation assessments.
I, Milas H. Hale III, do hereby certiff that the program conforms to all
applicable sentencing laws, including ftnes, çourt fees, and probation
assessments.
d) Describe the program's use of court resources, including withoutlimitation, prosecuting attorneys or public defenders, ffid the availabilþof such resources and how they will be provided.
The court team are: Judge Milas 'oButch" Hale III, Stephen cobb(Prosecuting Attorney), Tiuana Byrd (Public Defender), Captain Jlm
Bedwell (Police), \Milliam Beasley, Jr., (Chief clerþ, Jay Blaylock(Probation), Victor (Treatment Provider-Family Services). All sessions
are fully staffed.
e) Provide the source of funding for the progftim:
Funding is provided from grants from the Arkansas St¿te Police Highway
Safety Office and the Arkansas Dept. of Communþ Corrections. We
are in compliance with all reporting requirements. After the initial start-
up costs were met the funding now goes to education and team training
so stay current on the best practices, Additionally, the city of Sherwood
provides some funding to cover travel expenses incurred by the team.
befendants âre expected to pay the costs associated with the treatment
and probation since their fines are suspended. Some Defendants are
ADAP funded. We try to qualiff them upon entry of the program.
This program is one of the most effective programs I have seen that
addresses h-ardðore drunk drivers. Before being exposed to it, I would commit the
offender to 90 days in jail, often suspended, and move on to the next c¿se. But
hearing the testimonies of those whose lives have been changed by this program
helped changed our focus to helping those who struggle with addictions.
Please let me know if you need any further information.
Sincerely,
/s/ Milas "Butch" Hale IIIDistrict Judge - Sherwood Division
DISTRICT COU RT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
JACKSONVILLE DISTRICT COURT, PULASKI COUNTY, ARKANSAS
1. JUDGES: The Jacksonville District Court is served by one state district Judge, The Judges serves ln the designated
divisions of the courts as follows:
Jacksonville Distr¡ct Court Traffic Division JacksonvilleCriminal DivisionCivil DivisionSmall Claims
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
Traffic Division Jacksonville Tuesday 9:00 A'M'Trials, Plea & Arraignment, and Reviews
Criminal Division Jacksonville Wednesday 1:30 P'M.
Trials and Reviews
Civil/Small Claims Jacksonville Wednesday 10:30 A.M'Trials
Plea & Arraignment Jacksonville Thursday 9:00 A'M.
Criminal and Show Cause
Video Arraignment Jacksonville Monday and Wednesday 9:00 A'M'
Bond Hearing Jacksonville Wednesday 1:00 P'M
Saturday Court (probable cause) Little Rock every 6 weeks 8:00 A.M
3. WPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations
Traffic Division
Criminal Division
Jacksonvílle
Jacksonville
Moving, Non Moving, DWI
Criminal/Felony First Appearances
Plea & Arraignment Jacksonville Traffic & Criminal
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: We do not have any specialty programs
5. CIRCUIT COURT: The judge will go to Circuit Court the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month
for Child Support Hearing
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DISTRICT COU RT ADM I NISTRATIVE PIAN
Maumelle District Court, Pulaski County, Arkansas
1. JUDGES: The Maumelle Distr¡ct Court is served by one judge. The judge serves in the designated
divisions of the court as follows:
Maumelle District Court Traffic DivisionCriminal DivisionCivilDivision
2. COURT: Sessions of the court are generally scheduled as follows:
Maumelle
Video Arraignment Maumelle Tuesday 1:00 p.m
Traffic DivisionCriminal DivisionPlea & Arraignment
Maumelle
Probable Cause and Bond Hearings Maumelle
Tuesday L:30 p.m. for Plea &Arraignment and Review
Tuesday 2:30 p.m. forTrialswith the Public Defender
1't and 3'd Thursday 1o:00
a.m. for Trials with Private
Attorneys
As Required
Shared responsibility withother Pulaski County districtjudges: Sit approx.. once every10 weeks
Pulaski Co iail8:00 A.M.
Saturday Court
Civil/Small Claims Maumelle Every 3'd Thursday 9:00 A.M.
3. WPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard by the court:
Traffic Division Maumelle Moving, Non-Moving, DWI
CriminalDivision Maumelle Criminal
Plea & Arraignment Maumelle Traffic, Criminal, Ordinance
CiviUsmallClaims Maumelle Civil, SmallClaims
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: Maumelle District Court has no specialty programs.
DA June
[Rita Bailey]
2OT7 -203;8 D I STRI Cf COU RT AD M I N I STRATI VE P I.A N
PERRY COUNTY DISTRICÍ COURT, PERRY COUNW, ARKANSAS
l. IUDGES: The perry County D¡strict Court ¡s served by one local district judge. The judge
presides over the following dockets:
Perry County Criminal/ Traffic Court
CÎty of Perryville Criminal / Traffic Court
Perry CountY Small Claims
Perry CountY Civil Division
Perry County Felony Plea and Arraignment / Reviews
2. COURT: Sessions of the court are generally scheduled on
Crimlnal / Traffic Trials
Civil / SmallClaims
Probation Review
Criminal lTraflic Plea and Arraignment
Felony Plea and Arraignment / Reviews
Bond Hearings
1st Thursday each month at 1:00 Pm
lst Thursday each month at the conclusion of
criminal trials
2nd Thursday each month at 1:00 Pm
3rd Thursday each month at 1:00 Pm
2nd ThursdaY each month at 1:00 Pm
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 7:30 am
(and other times as necessary)
All cases are heard at the Perry County Courts Building at 713 Aplin Ave., Perryville, Arkansas, 72L26,
except for bond hearings, which are held at the Perry County Detention Center'
We do not currently have any specialty programs'
DATE:
Perry CountY District Judge
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Tab 7th Circuit
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
33.¿ District Court District, Hot Spring and Grant Counties, Arkansas
l. JUDGES: The 33'd District Cour"t is served by one state district judge. The judge serves in the
designated divisions of the court as follows:
Sherrv Burnett Hot Spring County DivisionMalvern DivisionRockport DivisionGrant County DivisionSheridan Division
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
Hot Spring County Division Malvern, Arkansas
Malvern Division Malvern, Arkansas
Rockport Division Rockport, Arkansas
Grant County Division Sheridan, Arkansas
Sheridan Division Sheridan, Arkansas
Malvern, ArkansasMalvern, ArkansasRocl<port, ArkansasSheridan, ArkansasSheridan, Arkansas
ThursdaysMondaysMondaysTuesdaysTuesdays
8:30 a.m.8:30 a.m.8:30 a.m,
l:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
3. TYPES OF CASE,S: The following cases are heard atthese locations
Hot Spring County DivisionHot Spring County DivisionMalvern DivisionRockport DivisionGrant County DivisionGrant County DivisionSheridan Division
Malvern, ArkansasMalvern, ArkansasMalvern, ArkansasRockport, ArkansasSheridan, ArkansasSheridan, ArkansasSheridan, Arkansas
Traffic and Criminal MisdemeanorsSmall Clairns and CivilTraffi c and Criminal MisdemeanorsTraffic and Criminal MisdemeanorsTraffic and Criminal MisdemeanorsSmall Claims and CivilTraffi c and Criminal Misdemeanors
4. ASSIGNMENTS TO DISTRICT JUDGE: The District Judge may have primary
responsibility to preside over the following cases including scheduling and related administrative
duties:
. Pro se uncontested divorces;
. Forcible Entry and Detainers and Unlawful Detainer;
. Search warrants pursuant to Rule 13.l;o Arrest warrants pursuant to Rule 7.1;. Collection cases - uncontested default judgment motions, uncontested
garnishments, post judgment contempt hearings for clebtor failure to file financial
schedule, motions for extension of time for service of process, uncontested
motions for summary judgment or jrrclgment on the pleadings;
. Orders of Protection;
. Civil, domestic relations and probate cases upon the consent of all parties
pursuant to Administrative Order No. 18(d);
. Criminal case First Appearances pursuant to Rule 8.1 through 8.4, and bond
hearings.
The District Judge will not be primarily responsible for, but will be authorized to handle the
following matters when the Circuit Judge is unavailable:
c Requests for cx-parte mental commitment orders;
o Requests for ex-parte drug/alcohol commitment orders;
¡ Transport orders for incarcerated litigants or witnesses'
DATE: 811412017
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Tab 8th N. Circuit
38d' DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLANIüMPSTEAD ¡nd NEVADA COUNTIES
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
l. JUDGE: The 38û District Court is served by Tony Yocom, State Court District Judge.
The judge serves in the designated Departrnents of the Court as follows:
Hempstgad Countv Deparünent Division # 38 Hope
Nevada CounW Deparünent Division # 38 Prescott
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
Hempstead Counfv Deparü¡rent Hope Mondays & Tuesda]¡s 9:00 a.m,
Nevada Countv Deoartment Prescott Wednesdays l:00 o.m.
Hempstead & Nevada County Deparünents Thursdays & Fridalrs Special SettinssAs Needed
3, TYPES OF CASES: The following cases a¡e heard at these locations:
Hcmpstead County Depa¡tment Hope Traffrc. Misdeamnor Criminal. SmallClaims and Civil Cases
Nevada Countv Department Prescott Traffrc. Misdeamnor Criminal. SmallClaims and Civil Cæes
4. SPECIAITY PROGRAMS: The Court n¡ns no Specialry Programs.
TONY Y District Judge
8-8-r7DATE
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Tab 8th S. Circuit
S'I'AT}.Ì DIS]'RICT 37 COTJRT ADMINIS"I'RATION PLANlìoR
Miller arrcl Laliryette Counties
.lUDGllS: Dist¡ict 37 is selvcrl by orre state clistriot .iuclge, 'l'lto.irrtlge sel'\/es ilr the
clesignatccl cle¡rat'tttrcttts as fìrllou's:
2. ClOUtt'l': Sessiorts ol'cotlt't at'e gettet'ally schetltrlecl on
'l'cxat'katta, Al{ Disllict Cotrrt
Millol CJoutrty District Ciotrrl
Lalir¡,c11o Courrty DistLir.:t Cotlt't
T,e rvisvillc I)istlicl Cottt't
lìr'aclley DistLiot Coul'tStnrn¡rs Disl rict Cjottlt
Millcr County:Clriminal l)ivision - ClityCrirlrirral Divisiorl - Coitttt¡'Civil DivisiorrSnrall Clai nls Divisiotr
La la¡re11s Clottttt¡':Cliruinal Divisiorl - Cottut¡'Clinrinal Divisiou - CityClinrinal Division - CityCrinlinal Division - CityCivil & Snrall Clairrls Division
100 N, State Litte, Box 22300 East SlrcctI l0 li, ¿lrl' StleetI l0 B. 4rl'street4I0 Pulhlran207 E. z\ntigo
Texall<ana, ^l(
7550I'l'cxiu'kana, AR 1854
[.ewisville, AR 7ltì45Lewisville, AII 7l 845
Rradley, AIì 71826Sttrrn¡ls, ¿\1171860
'lexalkana, AIì.Millel Courrty, AII'fexalkarta, ARTexalkana, AR
Laliryette County, AlìLelvisvillc, ARBlaclley, AI{Sfanrps, AIILeu,isville, AIt
Tuesclay cÎr Thursclaylvlorrclay2rrcl Tlrulsclay2"'l l liclay,
lst & 3r'cl Wctlrtesclaylst & 3r'tl Weclnesday2ncl Moncla¡,4th li4onrlay5ll' Weclnescla¡,
ftts nctedcd)
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3, 'l'YPES Olì CASBS: T'he fbllovving cascs ar'o ltcarcl at these looations:
I\4illcl Cortttt¡,;(llinrinal Division - CityCLinrinnl I)ivisioll - Cottnt¡,
Clivil DivisionSrnalI Clainrs Division
[-afÌryettc Couttt¡,:Clirlrinal Division - Cottttll,CLinlinal I)ii,isiclrr - CilyClinrinal f)ivisi<¡rr - CityClintinal Divisiorr - City'CìvilSrnallClairus
Texat'kana, AIìMiller Count¡', AI(
'l'cxalkatta, ATì
TexaLkana, Alì
Laiaycttc Couttty, ARLervisville, AI{13Latlley, ARStarrr¡ls, ARl-e'uvisvillo, ARl,ervisi,illc, AI{
It4 i sclcnrcanols, T't'a f fìc
M istlentenuols,'['t'afTìc, lìelorty& M isrlenleanol I st A¡r¡reat'nttces,
Clriruinal Evictiolls, I lot Chcclts
Up to lli25,000[Jp to $5,000
¿l SPIICIAI-,1'l'Y PROCiIìAMS: 'fhe f.ollowing s¡recialt), proglarìls at'c ptot,icleil:
S/e havr¡ no s¡recialty progl'atìls ill State Distlict 37 Clotrrts'
ATJ YState Dislrict 37 .luclge
DA1'lì
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Tab 9th E. Circuit
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF CLARK COUNTY, ARKANSAS
4orH State Judicial District
Pursuant to the Supreme Court's Administrative Order No. l8
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Clark County District Court
1. JUDGE: The Clark County District Court is served by one state district judge, Judge
Randy L. Hill. The judge serves in the designated departments of the court as follows:
Clark County Sheriffls Office - Arkadelphia, ARArkadelphia Police Department - Arkadelphia, ARGurdon Police Department - Gurdon, ARCaddo Valley Police Department - Caddo Valley, ARAmity Police Department - Amity, AR
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
Ctark County Sheriff s Office -2"d and4th V/ednesday
Arkadelphia Police Department - 1't and 3'd Wednesdays
Gurdon Police Department - every other month on 3'd Thursday morning
Amity Police Department - every other month on 4th V/ednesday
Caddo Valley Police Department - every month on 3'd Tuesday
Civil/Small Claims for entire county - 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 1:00 PM
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
Traffic and criminal offenses filed thru the Clark County Sheriff s Offrce are adjudicated
in the Clark County District Courtroom in Arkadelphia, AR.
Traffrc and criminal offenses filed thru the Arkadelphia Police Department are
adjudicated in the Clark County District Courtroom in Arkadelphia, AR.
Alt civil and small claims adjudicated in the Clark County District Courtroom in
Arkadelphia, AR.Traffic and criminal offenses filed thru the Amity Police Department are adjudicated in
the Clark County District Courtroom in Arkadelphia, AR.
Traffic and criminal offenses filed thru the Gurdon Police Department are adjudicated in
the Clark County District Courtroom in Arkadelphia, AR.
Trafhc and criminal offenses filed thru the Caddo Valley Police Department are
adjudicated in the Clark County District Courtroom in Arkadelphia, AR.
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: The following specialty programs are provided: DWI/DRUG
Court each2"d Thursday afternoon of each month at 1:00 PM.
a. This is a post-adjudication program that is strictly voluntary and allows offenders
to be more closely monitored with a tailored review of progress with a goal ofrecovery.
b. The DWI/Drug Court is provided and based on Arkansas Statute 5-4-322.
c. Upon completion of the DrugiDWI court program, the probation team will certify
the terms of compliance of the offender to the court and they will receive a
graduation certificate.
d. When court is in session, there are members of the probation team, court staff,
prosecuting attorney, public defender, private attorneys and local law
enforcement.
e. There are no outside sources of funding for the DV/I/Drug Court.
DATE: June 14,2017
Randy Hill
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Tab 10th Circuit
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF ASHLEY COUNTY, ARKANSASHAMBURG AND CROSSETT DEPARTMENTS
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Pursuant to Administrative Order No. 18 of the A¡kansas Supreme Court, the undersignedDistrict Judge proposes this Administrative Plan for submission to the Supreme Court.
1, JUDGES: The Hamburg and Crossett Departments of the Ashley County District Court areservecl by one district judge, Reid Hanod,
2. COURI': Sessions of the courts are generally scheduled as follows:
SEE EXHIBIT rsA" tn /n"l< 'f f/)
3. TYPES OF CASES: Both the Hamburg and Crossett Departments hear City and Countymisdemeanor criminal cases, traffic offenses, Game and Fish violations and HighwayDepartment cases. They also each maintain a Civil and Small Claims docket, In addition, theHamburg Department cunently conducts felony preliminary hearings and assists in the issuanceof Search and Arrest Wanants in felony cases. Pursuant to authority granted under theAnrended Administrative Plan for 2017 adopted by the Circuit Court Judges in the Tenth JudicialDistrict, it is anticipated that the Hamburg Department will also hear uncontested divorces, civilcommitments and other non-jury matters as agreed upon on a iase by case basis. To facilitatethis, arrangen'ìents have been made for the purchase and installation of necessary recordingequipment as presuibed by Administrative Order No. 4.
4, SPECiALTY PROGRAMS: The Ashley County District Court cunently has no specificallydesignated specialty programs. However, the Court is attempting to establish procedures andpolicies designed to coordinate mental health evaluations and tleatment, when indicated, fordefendants involved in Criminal proceedings.
DATE t"lL. 2n
Reid Harrod. Judge
ASHLEY COUNTY DISTRICT COURT2018 CALENDAR
5u'
CircuilConflict
4ú' Hamburg
FTCÆrobationViolations
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Circuit/Conflict
2'a Crossett
FTCÆrobationViolations
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CircuilConflict
Monday
Ifamburg
County Plea
Crossett
City Plea
Hamburs
City Plea
Tuesday
Crossett
Small Claims
Crossett
Civil
Hamburg
Small Claims
Ilamburg
Civil
Wednesday
Crossett
County Trial
Crossett
City Trial
Hamburg
County Trial
Hamburg
City Trial
Thursday
Circuit/Conflict
Circuit/Conflict
Circuit/Conflict
Circuit/ConflictFriday
Exhibit A
0e/07/2017 10:124lvl 8709209987 Judge Bruce Anderson
D¡STRICT COU RT ADMI N I5T RATIVE PI-AN
28th Stem Disrrict Courc Bredley and Drew Counties,Arkansas
1 , IUDGES: TheZBth State District Çouû is served by one state disrrict judge. The judge sewes in the designated
depanmenn of the courtasfollows:
Monricello Deoartment+ Monticello, Arkansas
Wallê11 Werren, Arkansas
2, COURTI Sessions of court are generalþ scheduled on:
Monticellq Þept. - criminal çases are heard on lirsç second, end rhird Tuesdays of the month; criminal cases are heard
on fìrsr and rhird Thursdeysi civil c¿ses are he¿rd on the second Friday; first appearances, migdemeenor and felony,
are heard as needed
Warren Deot. - criminat casee are heard on first, second, and third Wednesdays of the monrh; criminal cases are hea¡d
on second Thursday; civil ceses ere he¡rd on the third Fríday; first appearances, rîisdemeanor and fetony, are heerd as
.rçeded
3. TYPE5 OF CASEST The following cases are heard ¿t these locationsl
Monticello Dept. Monricello All types of cases
Warren Dept. Wa¡ren All Wp". of ttt"t
4. SPECIALTY PROGMMST None,
DATB lune?3,7017
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BruceAnderson, D udge
PURSUANT TO THE ST]PREME COURT'S ADMIMSTRATIVE ORDER NO.I827TH STATE DISTRICT COTJRT ADIVIINISTRATIVE PLA¡I
PART OF TTTE ADMIMSTRATIVE PLAi\t OX'THE lOM ilIDICIAL DISTRICT
The Administ¡ative Plan for the27h State District Court covers all Distict Courtproceedings for Desha and Chicot Counties.
The State District Cot¡rt Judge is Melinda N. French whose offrce is located at theMcGehee Justice Facility, 24I2Hwy 65 North, McGehee, AR 71654.
DESHA COIJNTY DISTRICT COTJR1
The Desha County Disüict Corut consists of two (2) depanments, which a¡e: McGeheeand Dumas.
The McGehee Deparfinent has four (a) divisions: Criminal, Traffic, Small Claims and
Civil.!
Criminal and Traffrc Court is scheduled for the First and Second Thursday of each monthat 9:00 a.¡a. at the McGehee Justice Facility, 2412Hwy 65 North, McGehee, AR 71654.
Small Claims Court, docket review and adminisüative duties are scheduled for the Thirdweek of each month on dates and times according to case load at the McGehee JusticeFacility, 24l2lJwy 65 North, McGehee, AR 71654.
Civil Claims Court, docket review and adminishative duties a¡e scheduled for the Fourthweek of each month on dates and times according to case load at the McGehee Jr¡stice
Facility, 24l2Hwy 65 North, Mcgehee, AR 71654.
First Appearances, Warrants (Search & Arrest) and returns, Administrative offìce dutiesand overload cases are scheduled for Mondays (all other days also) as needed for Deshaand Chicot County for all departments as required.
End of the month reports a¡e reviewed on or before the 10û day of each month.
Court ClerkLeslie Homaday241,2Fwy 65 NorthMcGehee, AR 71654
Deputy Clerk Probation Offrcer Chief of PoliceSa¡a Ferra¡ Crystal Regalato Jim White24l2Hwy 65 North 24I2Hwy 65 NorthMcGehee, AR 71654 McGehee, AR 71654
The Dumas Department has four (a) divisions: Criminal, Traffic, Small Claims and
Civil.
Criminal and Trafhc Court is scheduled for the First and Second Tuesday of each monthat 9:00 a.m. at the Dumas Justice Facility, Waterman Sheet, Dumas, AR 71639.
Small Clainrs Court, docket review and administrative duties are scheduled for the Thirdweek of each month on dates and times according to case load at the Dumas JusticeFacility, \Vaterman Süeet, Dumas, AR 71639.
Civil Clai¡ns Court, docket review and adminisüative duties a¡e scheduled for the Fourthweek of each month on dates and times according to case load at the Dumas JusticeFacility, Waterman Street, Dumas, AR 71639.
First Appearances, Warrants (Search & Arrest) and returns, Adminisüative office dutiesand overload cases are scheduled for Mondays (all other days also) as needed for Deshaand Chicot County for all deparfinents as required.
End of the month reports are reviewed on or before the 10ú day of each month.Time cards for payroll and comp time reports are reviewed every two (2) weeks.Purchase orders are signed each day as needed for city clerk.
Court ClerkApril PattersonWaterman StDumas, AR 71639
Deputy ClerkLauren OdawareWaterman StDumas, AR 71639
Probation Offrcer Chief of PoliceCrystal Regalato Everett Cox
Waterman StDumas, AR 71639
The Chicot County District Court consists of th¡ee (3) departments, which a¡e: LakeVillage, Dermott and Eudora.
The Lake Village Department has four (4) divisions: Criminal, Traffic, Small Claimsand Civil.
Criminal and Traffrc Cowt is scheduled for the First and Second Wednesday of each
month at 9:30 a.m. at the Lake Village District Court, 514 Chruch Street, Lake Village,AR 716s3.
Small Claims Court, docket review and administrative duties a¡e scheduled for the Thirdweek of each month on dates and times according to case load at the Lake VillageDistrict Court, 514 Church Steet, Lake Village, AR 71653.
Civil Claims Court, docket review and adminisüative duties are scheduled for the Fourthweek of each month on dates and times according to case load at the Lake VillageDistrict Court,5l4 Church Street, Lake Village, AR 71653.
First Appearances, Warrants (Search & Arrest) and retums, Administr¿tive ofüce dutiesand overload car¡es are scheduled for Mondays (all other days also) as needed for Deshaand Chicot County for all departments as required.
End of the month reports a¡e reviewed on or before the 10th day of each month. Checks
are approved and signed for end of the month reports at this time. Purchase orders a¡e
also approved for the City Clerk.
Court Clerk Deputy Clerk Probation Offrcer Chief of PoliceKayla Pitts Scilar Ray Crystal Regalato Percy Wilburn514 Church Steet 514 Church Street 514 Chrnch Street
Lake Village, AR 71653 Lake Village, AR 71653 Lake Village, AR 71653
The Dermott Department has four (4) divisions: Criminal, Traffic, Small Claims and
Civil.
Criminal and Traffic Court is scheduled for the First Friday of each month at 9:30 a.m. atthe Dennott District Court, Dermott, AR 71638.
Small Claims Courl docket review and administrative duties a¡e scheduled for the Thirdweek of each month on dates and times according to case load at the Dermott DistrictCourt, Demrott, AR 71638
Civil Ctaims Court, docket review and administative duties a¡e scheduled for the Fourthweek of each month on dates and times according to case load at the Dermott Districtcourt, Dermott, AR 71638.
First Appearances, Warrants (Search & Arrest) and returns, AdmirtisEative offrce dutiesand case overload are scheduled for Mondays (all other days also) as needed for Deshaand Chicot County fo all departments as required.
End of the month reports are reviewed on or before the 10th day of each month. Checksare reviewed and signed at this time for the end of the month reports.
Court ClerkVache Gaines
Deputy ClerkN/A
Probation Offrcer Chief of PoliceCrystal Regalato Eric Evans
The Eudora Department hæ four (4) divisions: Criminal, Trafftc, Small Claims and
Civil.
Criminal and Traffrc Court is scheduled for the Second Friday of each month at 9:30 a.m.at the Eudora Chamber of Commerce Building, Main Street, Eudora, AR 7165.
Small Claims Court, docket review and adminisEative duties are scheduled for the Thirdweek of each month on dates and times according to case load at the Eudora DishictCourt, Main Steet, Eudor4 AR.
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Civil Ctaims Court, docket review and administrative duties a¡e scheduled for the Fourth
week of each month on dates a¡rd times according to case load at the Eudora DisEict
Court, Main Street, Eudor4 AR.
First Appearances, Warrants (Search & Anest) and retuns, Administrative office duties
and casäoverload are scheduled for Mondays (all other days also) as needed for Desha
and Chicot County for all departments as required.
End of the month reports are reviewed on or before the 10th of each month.
Corut ClerkJennifer BordelonMain SteetEudora, AR
Deputy ClerkN/A
Probation Officer Chief of PoliceCrystal Regalato William ElAmin
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FRENCH27TH JUDGE
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ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
SOUTH ARKANSAS COUNTY DISTRICT COURT( Effective Ja nuary t, 2OI8l
The District Judge for the South Arkansas County District Court purposes the following plan
pursuant to Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order No. 18
ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
The Judge shall meet periodically with the District Court Clerk and shall consider case
management, administrative procedures, forms, calendars, etc. Any modification of the plan shall be
decided by the Judge and shall be submitted for approval. Each year a calendar shall be printed and
published indicating the court assignments and court dates.
The South Arkansas County District Court is serued by one district judge. The judge serves in the
designated departments of the court as follows:
B. Park Eldridge, Jr. DeWitt Department DeWitt, Arkansas
B. Park Eldridge, Jr. Gillett Department Gillett, Arkansas
B. Park Eldridge, Jr. St. Charles Department St. Charles, Arkansas
COURT SESSIONS: Sessions of the Court are generally scheduled as follows:
DeWitt Department: Lst and 3rd Tuesday of each Month.
Gillett Department: Lst Tuesday of each Month
St. Charles Department: 3rd Tuesday of each Month
CASE ALLOCATION
DeWitt Department: Criminal Cases, Civil Cases, Small Claims, and Traffic Cases
Gillett Department: Criminal Cases and Traffic Cases generated in the City Limits of Gillett, Arkansas
St. Charles Department: Criminal Cases and Traffic Cases generated in the City Limits of St.
Charles, Arkansas
SPECIAL PROGRAMS: There are no specialty courts in the district.
J=-Ð^.ç fur-. IB. Park Eldridfe, Jr. -T- 7t-District Court Judge
South Arkansas County District Court
DATED: G/,e-1 / l'J
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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF JEFFERSON COUNTY, ARKANSAS
PINE BTUFF DEPARTMENT
Pursuant to the Supreme Court's Administrative Order No. L8
DISTR¡CT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Jefferson County District Court, Jefferson County, Arkansas
!. JUDGE: The Jefferson County District Court is served by one state Distr¡ct Judge. The Judge serves in the
designated departments of the Court as follows:
Kimberly C. Bridgforth Pine Bluff Department Pine Bluff, Arkansas
Kimberly C. Bridgforth Altheimer Department Altheimer, Arkansas
Kimberly C. Bridgforth Humphrey Department Humphrey, Arkansas
Kimberly C. Bridgforth Redfield Department Redfield, Arkansas
Kimberly C, Bridgfgrth Wabbaseka Department Wabbaseka, Arkansas
Kimberly C. Bridgforth White Hall Department White Hall, Arkansas
2. COURT: Sessions of Court are generally scheduled on:
Pine Bluff Department Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
Altheimer Department Fourth Wednesday each month
Humphrey Department Second Tuesday every other month
Redfield Department Second Wednesday each month
Wabbaseka Second Tuesday each month
White Hall First and Third Wednesday each month
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Jefferson County District Court
Administrative Plan Continued
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
Pine Bluff Department Traffic Offenses, Criminal Offenses, Civil and Small Claims Cases,
and Felony First Appearances and Probable Cause Hearings
Altheimer Department Traffic and Criminal Cases that occur within Altheimer, Arkansas
Humphrey Department Traffic and Criminal Cases that occur within Humphrey, Arkansas
Redfield Department Traffic and Criminal Cases that occur within Redfield, Arkansas
Wabbaseka Department Traffic and Criminal Cases that occur within Wabbaseka, Arkansas
White Hall Department Traffic and Criminal Cases that occur within White Hall, Arkansas
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: The following specialty programs are provided:
DWI Court, at Jefferson County District Court, Pine Bluff Department
DWI Court meets with multiple DWI Offenders on a weekly basis. They are tested, personal issues are
addressed along with compliance issues.
DWlTeam Members consist of the Judge and Court Personnel, Prosecuting Attorney, Public Defender,
Treatment Professionals, and Law Enforcement. Defendants are seen by the Court each Tuesday.
The DWI Court is funded by court budget, personal donations, and the Court administration of
Justice fund.
Veterans Court, at Jefferson county District Court, Pine Bluff Department
Held the second Thursday of each month.
Funded by the Veteran's Administration
IN THE PINE BTUFF DISTRICT COURT OF ARKANSAS
PINE BLUFF DEPARTMENT
Pursuant to the Supreme Court's Administrative Order No. 18
DISTRICT COURT ADM INISTRATIVE PLAN
Pine Bluff District Court, Pine Bluff, Arkansas
L. JUDGE: The Pine Bluff District Court is served by one state District Judge. The Judge serves in the following
designated Court as follows:
John L. Kearney Pine Bluff Department Pine Bluff, Arkansas
2. COURT: Sessions of Court are generally scheduled on:
Pine Bluff Department Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at this location
Pine Bluff Department Traffic Offenses, CriminalOffenses, Civil and Small Claims Cases,
and Felony First Appearances and Probable Cause Hearings
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: The following specialty programs are provided
Veterans Court Held second Thursday of each month and is funded by the
Vetera ns Ad ministration.
29''I DISTRICT COT]RT DISTRICT 3R" DIVISION SCHEDULE FOR 2OI7Z
ALL DEPARTMENTS
probable cause and first appearance hearinss: every Monday 9:00 a.m. and all other times as
needed
Small claims and civil: 1" Tuesday, 9:00 a.m., and special settings as needed
LINCOLN COT]NTY DISTRICT COURT
Criminal and traffic plea day:Criminal & tr,affic trials:Criminal & traffic reviews:
Criminal and traffic plea day:Criminal & traffïc trials:Criminal & traffic reviews:
3'd Thursday, 9:00 a.m.
1" Thursday, 1:30 p.m.
3'o Tuesday, 9:00 a.m.
STAR CITY DEPARTMENT
4* Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.
1" Thurday l:30 p.m.3'u Tuesday, 9:00 a.m.
GRADY DEPARTMENT
1" Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.
1"' Wednesday, l0:30 a.m.
3'u Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.
GOULD DEPARTMENT
2"d Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.
2"d'Wednesday, l0:30 a.m.
3'o Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
Fridays are reserved for special settings for Jefferson County and Pine Bluff conflict cases
for lu and2"u Division as needed.
hDate:
Date:
Date:
Kimberly C.
J L. Kearney
Pine Bluff District Judge
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Phillip Green
Lincoln County District Judge
Judge
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rN TIrE SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRTCT COURT OF SEBASTIAN, COUNTYARKANSAS
cREEr\NyooD DrsrRrcr sEBAsTtAN cotlll--otsrntcr couRT
Pursuant to the Supreme Court's Administrative Order No. 18 MAy 1 I Z0l7
GREE,I{WOODDISTRICT COURT ADMIMSTRATIVE PLA¡{ DIVISION
Greenn¡ood District, Sebastian County, Arkansas
I, JUDGE: The Sixth Judicial Distict Cou¡L Greenwood District is served by one state districtjudge. The judge serves in the designated deparEnents of the cowt as follows:
Michael Wagoner Greenwood Deparhnent Greenwood, Arkansas
Michael Wagoner Barling Department Barling, A¡kansas
Michael Wagoner Central CiS Deparhent Central City, Arkansas
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
GreenwoodDepartnent Monday,Wednesday,Thursday
Barling Deparürrent First and third Friday of each month
Central City Deparfrnent Fourth Tuesday of each tuonth
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
Greenwood Depar[nent tafñc offenses, criminal offenses, small claims cases, and
civil cases,
Barling Departnent traffic offenses and criminal offenses that occu¡ withinBarling.
Cental City Departrnent traffc offenses and criminal offenses that occur withinCentral City.
4. SPËCIALTY PROGRAMS: There are cu¡rently no specialty courts in the distict.
Michael W Court Judge
DISTRICT COURT OF SEBASTIAN COUNTY, ARKANSASFORT SMITH DEPARTMENT
ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
t. JUDGES: The Fort Smith District Court is served by three state district judges. Thejudges are, for election purposes, designated by divisions of the court âs follows:
Jim O'Hern Division #1 Fort Smith, AR
Ben Beland Division #2 Fort Smith, AR
Claire Borengasser Division #3 Fort Smith, AR
2. COURT: The Fort Smith District Court has three designated divisions, city, state and
civil/small claims. Each of the three judges presides over one of the divisions on a
specific day:
City Division 5 days a wsek M, T, W, TH 9:00 am to noon1;30 pm to end
Ë (Prisoner Anaignments) 9:15 am tillnoonF Q.{on-mandatory pleas) 3:00 pm till end
State Division
Small Claims ltt & 3'd week of month, Vy' 9:00 am till noon(Landlord Tenant Evictions) 8;15 am till 9:00
Civil I day a week, W l:30 p.m. till end
*See the attached schedule
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard in these sessions:
City Division- Prosecuted by the City of Fort Smith, misdemeanors, trafftc, city ordinances,
environmental code enl-orcement
State Division- Prosecuted by Sebastian County, misclemeanot's, traffìc issued by county ofücers,
domestic violence/battery Çases, all drug cases, all charges ofa sexual nature, violations ofthe hot
check law. This division conducts first appearances and preliminary hearings on felony cases that
are not fìled directly to Circuit Court,
In addition , to comply with Riverside County. California v. McLauglin and Rule 8.'1, et seq, ofthe Arkansas Rules of Criminal Procedure, on Saturday of each week, ajudge conducts a review
4 days a week M, T, TÌ{
F (Prisoner Anaignments)
of all arrests made within the last 72 hours to determine if probable cause existed for the arrest
ancl to set bond iflprobable cause is established or release ifno probable cause existed for the
arrest. Saturdays are rotated among six circuitjudges and four districtjudges.
Civil/Small Claims Division- Small Claims up to $5,000 and civil cases up to $25.000
(Jurisdiction per Admirristrative Order #18). The civil/small claims division also handles
landlord tenant evictions.
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: The following specialty program is provided:
Environmental/Code Enforcement is part of the city division of the Court.
a, The environmental sourt is tasked with the enforcement of the City's property maintenauce
code which applies to the maintenance of all commercial and residential structures. The code
covers such areas a plumbirrg, mechanical and electrical, safety, exterior and interior
condition of a structure, accumulation of rubbish and garbage, etc. The Court is also tasked
with the enforcement of the City's regulations for the parking of commercial vehicles on
residential streets and properties. Also included is the enforcement of parking regulations as
they pertain to residential parking.
b, The International Property Code 2003 edition was adopted by City Ordinance 48-04,2007
and is codified in Chapter 6 section 6-401. F'ort Smith Municipal Code. The parking
regulations were adopted by City Ordinance 28-08 and codified in Chaptel l4 of the Fort
Smith Municipal Code,
c. Ceúification oflcompliance with all applicable laws, including fines, fees, coutt costs, and
assessments.
d. The sessions of this court are held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month' The sessions
begin at 9:00 a.m. and adjourn when the docket has been completed. The City is represented
by the city Prosecuting Attorney. * See attached court schedule.
e. Sources of finding are not applicable.
The District Court of Sebastian County, Arkansas, Fort Smith Department, except for ftrst
appearances and prellminary hearings on felonies as discussed in paragraph three above, has not
been requested to provide any support to the Sebastian County Circuit Coutt,
Date: May 10,2017
BEN BELAND, JUDGE
RE ASSER, JUDGE
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JIM O , DISTRICT JUDGE
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IN THE 34TH STATE DISTRICT COURTCALHOUN, CLEVELAND AND DALLAS COUNTIES, ARKANSAS
Pursuant to the Supreme Court's Administrative Order No. l8
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
34th State District Court, Calhoun, Cleveland and Dallas Courtties, Arkansas
l, JUDGE: T'he 34th State District Court is served by one state district judge. Thejudge serves in the designated depattnretrts of the court as fbllor.l's:
Ronnic A. Phillips Fordyce Depaftntent Fordyce, Arkansas
Ronnie A. Phillips I'Iatnpton Depafttrrent Hamptott, Arkansas
t{onnie A. Plrillips Rison Departnrent Rison, Arkalrsas
l{onuie A. l'hillips Sparkrnan Dcpartment Sparkttra,n, Arkansas
2. COUI{T: Sessions of court are generally sohecluled on:
Irordy,:e Departrrrent Second arrd fourth Thulsday of each month
llarlpton De¡rarttnent Second and fourth 1'uesday of each month
Risou l)eparttncnt First and 'I'hird Wcclnesday of each tuonth
Sparkrnan I)epartrnent 'f'bird Tuesday of each mo¡rth
All Dcpaúnrcnts Mondays and Fridays are reservcd for special hearings and
trials
3. 1'YPblS OF CASES: T'he fbllou'ing cases are heard at these locations:
Fordyce Depaltment traffc offenses, crìrninal offenses, stuall claims cases, ancl
civil cascs.
lilunpi.on I)e¡:artmcnt traff-rc off-enses, ct'itnillal off'enscs, small claillls cases, and
civil cases.
Risou Depitt'ttncnt tlaffìc ofIènscs, crinrinal offettses, small claims câses, and
civil cascs.
Pagc I of2
Sparkman Department traffic offenses, criminal offenses, small claims cases, and
civil cases.
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: There are currently no specialty courts in the district.
Date: June23,2015
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IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF COLUMBIA COUNTY ARKANSAS
Pursuant to the Supreme Court's Administrative Order No. 18
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTATIVE PLAN
District Court, Columbia County, Arkansas
1, JUDGE; The Columbia County Court is served by one district judge, The judge serves
in the designated divisions of the court as follows:
David C Graham, Jr. County Division Magnolia, Arkansas
David C Graham, Jr Magnolia Division Magnolia, Arkansas
David C Graham, Jr, Waldo Division Waldo, Arkansas
2, COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on
County Division
Magnolia Division
Waldo Division
Civil & Small Claims
Each Tuesday at 1:30 PM
Each Tuesday at 9:00 AM
2nd Wednesday each month at 1:30 PM
Once Per Month on Varying Dates
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations
County Division Traffic offenses and criminal offenses that occur withinColumbia County but outside Magnolia and Waldo.
Magnolia Division Traffic offenses and criminal offenses that occur withinMagnolia
Waldo Division Traffic offenses and criminal offenses that occur within Waldo,
Civil & Small Claims All civil and small claims cases
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: There are currently no courts d istrict.
rDate
d C Graham, ,, District Court Judge
Ilr TfItr DISTRICT C-OIIRT OF OUACHITA, COUN-T'Y ARKANSASOUACHITA COI,INTY ITISTRICT DNTISION 2
l'ursu¿nt to the Supreme Court's Administrative Order No. 18
OT,AC}JITA COUNTII DISTRICT COURT DIISTON 2 ADMTNISTRATIVE PLAN
l. J{.iDGFìS: The Ouachita CouttÇ'# ? Djstrict Cou¡t is served by one distrìct.iudge(s), The.ir:,igc(s) serve.(sl in lhc <lesìgnaied ( depzrrtments)(andior)(divislons) of the court as follows:
Qgl_lfCS Division # 2 Easl Camden
I)a.'r Ives l)ivision # 2 Bc¿¡den
Ì)an ive.s Llivir;ir:n li 2 Stephens
Ì)an iyes; Division # 2 Chidester
2. (lcJtlRÌ:Se.ssions of cou¡ arc generally scheduled on:
ÐÌyiuiqjl #-2 Ëast CIA¡g.dep 31c_Mpusay 3;Q0 B-,¡¡.
J)i-r,r,1N¿-, # 2 Bearden ld 'ihursdav 3;00 p.m,
Dj-ur$Jq#2 Ste.phenq 3¡d Wednesday 9:30 a-8.
i)ivision r 2 Chideste¡ l'd Monday 9;30 a,m.
:ì TYPËS OF CÄ.SES: 'lhc rbìiovring ca^ses a¡e hea¡d at these locations;
Division # 2 East Camden Trafñc off,enses, and criminalofl'enses that occu¡ within EastCamden
ililisir.¡r ii 2 f:lcarden Tra:fic offenscs, a¡rcl c¡iminaloÍTenses drat occrlr withín Bea¡cle¡r
I)ivision ií'J Stephens Tlaf'fic ofllenses, ¿rnd criminaloffen.çes that occur withjn Stephcns
i)rr ir;iori ;i 2 Chiclester -l'rafÏc rr;ïcnscs, and crin¡inalrl.l'ilen ses ih¿it o cr'. ur'¡¡i thin C h i d estei
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Date: June 30,20 l?'îv
Daniel D. lves, Ouachita County District Court Division 2
[when completed, the administrative plan should be submitted to the administrative judge of thecircuit' and it will be appended to the circuit court's administrative plan forsubmission to the supremeCourt for its approval. (See Administrat¡ve Order Number 1g)J
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TENTII DISTRICT STATE DISTRICT COURTADMINISTRÄTIVE PLAN
Effective l.tV L ,201,1
Pursuant to Administrative Order Number 18, Section 9, the Tenth District State
District court hereby submits the following Administrative Plan:
Stute Ilisirict Judsc
Jaso¡ Dufff is the elected State District Judge of the Tenth District State District
Court,
Court Denartments
The Tenth District State District Court has twelvc (t2) Departments: Baxter
County, Marion County, Mountain Home, Cotter, Gassville, Norfork, Briarcliff, Salesville,
Lakeview, Yellville, Flippin, and Bull Shoals.
Distriel Cor¡ l'f .l u risdietioB
The jurisdiction of the Tenth Dishíot State District Court is count}rwide in Baxter
and Marion Counties, The Court hears traffio and misdemeanor criminal cases in all Cout
Departrnonts, The Court also hears Civil and Small Claims cases in the Baxter County and
Marion County Departments. This includes the civit jurisdiction set out in Adrninistrative
order Number 18, section 6 (a), circuit court cases are discussed below,
Court ons
sessions of court can vary, but generally are soheduled as follows:
Monday: 9 AM: 8,1 l'Lcrrrings - Mrtlicll"t CuuntySm¿rtl oli¡inls and cívil t¡'iuls * lvtarion County (5'ltMonday)
10 AMt Pleas and anaignrnents - Marion county (lsr & 4th Monday)
Ploas and anaiglments - I'-lippin (3'o Monday)
l PM;
T[esday: 9 AM:
I PM:
Wcdnosday: 9 AM:
I PM:
Trìals - M¡¡ion County & Yollvillo (ltt & 4rh Monday)Trials - Flip,pin (3d Monday)
City anaig¡mçnts - BÐ(tor County
City triols and prlsoner anaignments - Baxtcr County
Small claims a¡d oivil trials - Batter County
Pleas, anaignments and trlals - Bull Shoals (l't Vy'ednesday)
Cor:nty auaignments - Baxter County
Cowrty trials anal prisoncr anaignrnents - BÐ<ter County
Ordø of Ptoæotlon hearlngs - Baxtor Cotutty
Orrds of Protcction hcarings - Bærtor County
Thursdayr
Frlday:
2:30 PM;
8 AM:
I PM;
IO AM:
I PM:
Note: Salesvillc casos a¡s soheduled on an æ needod basis.
Circuit Court C¡gce
pursuant to the Adminishative Ptan ofthe 14th Judicial Circuit and AdministÉtivc
O¡der Number 18, State Disilct Judge Jason Duffy is authorizcd to hoar the following
casgs:
1, Consent jurisdictíon, Matters filed in thc civil, domestic relations or probate
dívision óf Circuit Court upon tho consent aulhorized by Administrative Order
18, Section 6 (b) (l) and Seofion 6 (d); and
2, Protective Orders. Ark, Code Ann.9-15'201'21?; and
3. Forcible Entry and Detainers and Unlawfr¡l Detainer, Ark. Code Ann. 18'60'
301-312; and
4. Other Matters, Mattors of an emergenoy or uncontested nature pending in the
civil, domestic relations or probatc division of Circuit Court including ex parte
emergency, involuntary óommitments, deoedent's estate ndministration,
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unoontested divorces and defaults under guidelines and prooeduros set out in
the l4th Judloial Circuit Admiuistrative Plan; and
Criminat Matters. Pursuant to Admlnistrative Order 18, Section 6 (b) (5)'
Compliance with Adntinistrative O{der 4
The Tenth District State District Court hereby certifies that it utilizes the digitat
audio reoording equipment and ptooedures mandated by Administrative Ordor 4 and
the Guidelines issued by the Administrative Office of the Cowts.
WHEREFORE, the undersigned agrees to the above Administrative Plan and
respectfully petitions the l41h Judiciat circuit Judges and the supremo cou¡t of
Arkansas to approve said Plan'
ResPeotfullY submitted'
'/'''*n "f/-'7-"\
/'Jrrsur l)ufly'State District Judge,
Tenth District State District Court
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Effective
FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COUR1ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Pursuant to Administrative Order Number 18, Section 9, the Fourth Judicial DistrictCourt hereby submits the following Administrative Plær:
STATE DISTRICT JUDCE
Fred Kirkpatrick is the elected State District Judge of the Fourlh Judicial District Court.
COURT DEPARTMENTS
The Fourth Judicial District Court has four (4) Departments: Harrison, Alpena, Jasper,
and Marshall.
DIST'RICT COURT JURISDICTION
The jurisdiction of the Fourth Judicial District Court is countywide in Boone, Newton,and Searcy counties. The Court hears traffic and misdemeanor cases in all CourtDepartments. The Court also hears Civil and Small Claims cases in the Harrison, Jasper,
and Marshall Departments. This includes the Civil jurisdiction set out in AdministrativeOrder Number 18, Section 6 (a). Circuit Court cases are discussed below.
COURT SESSIONS
MONDAY:Jasper Department arraignments, Small Claims, Civil trials, and Circuit Court Order ofProtection hearings on the first Monday of each month at 9:00 a.m.
Jasper Department trials on the third Monday of each month at 9:00 a.m.
Alpena Department arraignments and trials on the second Monday of each month at 5:00
p.m.
Harrison Department: Prisoner 8.1 video first appearances at 9:00 a.m,, Small Claims
trials and Circuit Court Order of Protection hearings at l0:00 a.m., Circuit Court Order ofProtection hearings at 1:00 p.m. on the second, fourth, and fifth (if applicable) Monday ofeach month.
TUESDAY:
Marshall Department arraignments, Small Claims, and Civil trials on the second
Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m.
Marshall Department trials on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m
Harrison Department office days on the first, third, and fifth (if applicable) Tuesdays ofeach month.
WEDNESDAY:
Harrison Department County trials on the first, third and fifth Wednesdays of the each
month at 9:00 a.m.
Harrison Department City trials on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at
9:00 a,m.
Harrison Department Civil trials on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at
l:00 p.m.
THURSDAY
Harrison Department County and City arraignments at 8:30 a.m. each Thursday of the
month.
Harrison Department County and City Warrant arraignments at 1:00 p.m. each Thursday
of the month
FRIDAY
Marshall Department trials at 9:00 a.m, on the Friday of each month following the second
Tuesday arraignments.
Harrison Department office days on the remaining Fridays of each month.
CIRCUIT COURT CASES
Pursuant to the Administrative Plan of the Fourteenth Judicial Circuit and AdministrativeOrder Number 18, State District Court Judge Fred Kirkpatrick is authorized to hear the
following cases in Boone and Newton County, Arkansas:
l. Consent Jurisdiction. Matters flrled in the Civil, Domestic Relations or Probate
Division of the Circuit Court upon consent authorized by Administrative Order
Number 18, Section 6(bX1) and Section 6(d); and
l. Co¡sent Jurisdiction. Matters filed in the Civil, Domestic Relations or Probate
Division of the Circuit Court upon consent authorized by Administrative Order
Number 18, Section 6(bX1) and Section 6(d); and
2. Protective Orders, A.C.A. 9-15-201-217; and
3. Forcible Entry and Detainers and Unlawful Detainer, A.C'A' l8-60-301-312 and
4. Other Matters. Matters of an emergency or uncontested nature pending in the
Civil, Domestic Relations or Probate Division of the Circuit Court including Ex
Parte emergency involuntary commitments, decedent's estates administration,
uncontested divorces and defaults under guidelines and procedures set out in the
Fourteenth Judicial Circuit Administrative Plan; and
5. Criminal matters pursuant to Administrative Order Number 18, Section 6(bX5).
COMPLIANCE WITH ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER 4
The Fourth Judicial District Court hereby certifies that it utilizes the digital audio
recording equipment and procedures mandated by Administrative Order Number 4 and
the Guidelines issued by the Administrative Office of the Courts. Currently the digital
audio equipment is used in only the Harrison Department.
WHEREFORE, the undersigned agrees to the above Administrative Plan and respectfully
petitions the Fourteenth anðTwentieth Judicial Circuit Judges and the Supreme Court ofArkansas to approve said Plan.
Respectfully
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Fourth Judicial District Court
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DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATTVE PLßECËIV EDCONWAY COUNTY, ARKANSAS
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JUDGE: rhe Conway County District Court is served by "tÛålHFfr$tffiAE,JS,Urt.judge serves in the designated departments and/or divisions of the court as follows:
2. COURT: Sessions of Court are generally scheduled on:
NameDale LipsmeyerDale LipsmeyerDale LipsmeyerDale LipsmeyerDale Lipsmeyer
DivisionConway CountyConway County Civil
City of MorriltonTown of OppeloTown of MenifeeTown of Plumerville
DivisionConway CountyConway County CivilCity of MorriltonTown of OppeloTown of MenifeeTown of Plumerville
DivisionConway CountyCity of MorriltonTown of OppeloTown of MenifeeTown of Plumerville
ÇilyMorriltonMorriltonMorriltonOppeloMenifeePlumerville
ÇilyMorrilton, ARMorrilton, AROppelo, ARMenifee, ARPlumerville, AR
TWqs of Cases
Traffic, Game & Fish, CriminalSmall Claims, CivilTraffic, City Ordinances, CriminalTraffic, CriminalTraffrc, CriminalTraffic, Criminal
Cily DEyt TimeMorrilton 2nd Monday 8:15 a.m.
Morrilton l't Tuesday 1:30 p.m.(January, March, May, July, September, November)Morrilton 4th Monday 8:15 a.m.
Oppelo 2nd Thursday 6:00 p.m.
Menifee 2nd Thursday 8:00 a.m.
Plumervill e 2nd Thursday 9:00 a.m.
3. TYPE OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
4. SPECIAL PROGRAMS: The following specialty programs are provided: None
at (location(s))
(For each program, provide theþllowing inþrmation:)a. Type of program and description of its operation.
b. Statutory or legal authority on which it is based.
c. Certification of compliance with all applicable laws, including fines, fees, court costs, andprobation assessments.
d. Use of court resources. [Describe the court team (such as, prosecuting attorneys, publicdefenders, and health professionals); that each has been consulted in setting up the program andits operations; scheduling has been coordinated; and the necessqry resources are available.J
e. Sources of funding.
Date:'7- /q - /7Dale , Conway County District Judge
[When completed, the administrative plan should be submitted to the administrative judge of thecircuit, and it will be appended to the circuit coLtrt's administrative plane þr submission to theSupreme Courtþr its approval. (See Administrative Order Number I8)J
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DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
BOONEVILLE DIS TRICT C OURT,SOUTT{ LOGAN C OUNTY,ARKANSAS
1. JUDGES:The SOUTH LOGAN COUNTY DISTRICT COURT is served by onelocal district judge. The judge serves in the desiginated division of the court as
follows:
Brian MuellerBrian MuellerBrian Mueller
Criminal DivisionCivil DivisionSmall Claims Division
Criminal DivisionCivil DivisionSmall Claims Division
BoonevilleBoonevilleBooneville
BoonevilleBoonevilleBooneville
Criminal CasesCivil CasesSmall Claims
Criminal Division BoonevillelMagazineCivil Division BoonevillelMagezineSmall Claims Division Booneville llldagaø,ítte
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
ThtrsdaysThursdaysThursdays
9:304M9:304M9:304M
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: The following specialty progr¿rms are provided:NONE,at Booneville.
DATE:
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DISTR¡CT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
District Court of Yell County, ArkansasSouthern District
1. JUDGES: The Yell County District Cour1, Southern District is served by one local
district judge. The judge serves in the designated departments and/or divisions of the
court as follows:
Name Judoe' Divis Loc of Court
Kristin Clark Danville Danville
Kristin Clark Plainview Danville
Kristin Clark Danville
Kristin Clark Belleville Danville
Kristin Clark Havana Danville
Kristin Clark Small Claims / Civil Danville
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
Location
Yell County-Southern District
Divlsion # of rt D of Court Tim
Danville Danvif le 3td Wednesday of Each Month
1"t Wednesday of February,April, June, AugustOctober and December
9:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m
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Division #Locationof Court of Court Time
Plainview
Yell County--Southern District
Belleville
Havana
Small Claims / Civil Danville
Danville 3'd Wednesday of Each Month
1't Wednesday of February,April, June, AugustOctober and December
Danville 3'd Wednesday of Each Month
1't Wednesday of February,April, June, AugustOctober and December
Danville 3'd Wednesday of Each Month
1't Wednesday of February,April, June, AugustOctober and December
Danville 3'd Wednesday of Each Month
1't Wednesday of February,April, June, AugustOctober and December
1't Wednesday of February,April, June, August,October and December
9:00 a,m.1:00 p.m.
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9:00 a.m1:00 p.m
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Southern DistrictPage 2 ol 3
3, TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations
Division #Locationof Gourt of Cases
Plainview
Danville Danville Traffic and Misdemeanor Criminal Cases
Tratfic and Misdemeanor Criminal Cases
Traffic and Misdemeanor Criminal CasesYell County--Southern District
Danville
Belleville DanvÍlle Traffic and Misdemeanor Criminal Cases
Havana Danville Traffic and Misdemeanor Criminal Cases
Small Claims / Civil Danville Small Glaims and Civil Cases
4. spEclALTY PROGRAMS: The following specialty programs are provided:
at
Type of program and description of its operation.
Statutory or legal authority on which it is based.
Cortification of compliance with all applicable laws, including fines, fees, court
costs, and probation assessments'
Use of coutt resources.
Sources of funding
DATE: June 22,2017
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IN THE SUPREME COURT OF ARKANSAS
ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN OF
13TH ruDICIAL DISTRICT COURT DIVISION OF ARKANSAS
(CLEBURNE COUNTY)
PART OF THE ADMINISTIRAVIE PLAN
OF THE I6TH JUDICUL DISTRICT
The Administrative Plan for the l3th Judicial District Cor¡rt covers all district court proceedings
within Clebume County.
The State Distict Court Judge is Lance Wright whose offtce is located at the Cleburne County
Cotrrt Building, 922 South 9th Sneet, Heber Springs, Arkansas 72543.
The Cleburne County District Court consists of five (5) departments, which a¡e: Cleburne
County, Heber Springs, Greers Ferry, Concord and Quitman.
The Heber Springs, Greers Ferry, Concord and Quitnan Departments will hear criminal and
üafflrc dockets for matters refened to these Departments.
The Cleburne County Department will hear all civil and small claims dockets for the distict and
will hear criminal and naffrc docket for matters referred to this Deparûnent.
The Clebume County Department's a¡rd Heber Springs Department's proceedings will be held at
Courhoom One (lst floor courtroom) of the Cleburne County Court Building, located at 922
South 9th Street, Heber Springs, Arkansas 72543, or other location designated by the Court
Clerk.
The Greer Ferry Department's proceedings will be held at the Greers Ferry City Hall located at
8739 Edgemont Road, Greers F"*y, A¡kansas 72067, or other location designated by the Greers
Ferry Department's Court Clerk.
The Concord Department's proceeding will be held at the Concord Community Center located at
10460 Heber Spring Road North, Concord, Arkansas 72523, or other location designated by the
Concord Department's Court Clerk. The Concord Court Clerk's ofüce is located at Concord City
Hall, 75 Central Avenue, Concord, Arkansas.
The Quitnan Departnent's proceedings will be held at the Quitman City Hall located at #5 2nd
Street, Quitman, Arkansas 72131, or other location designated by the Quitman Department's
Court Clerk.
All correspondence or'fitings shall be filed with the Clerk irr the respective departnrent whet'e the
case is assigned or" filed. The Court's calendar is available on the Court's website
conr and the Clelks' Off,rces,
The undersigned state district judge believes that the plan outlir-red herein will maximize
efficiencies of case administration and will utilize the juclicial resources available here
effectively.
WHEREFORE, this plan is submitted to the l6th Judicial District Citcuit Court and the Arkansas
Supreme CouÍ and shall remairr in effect until amended or suspendecf.
Judge
INDEPENDENCE COUNTY DISTRICT COURTADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
2017-2018
A. Jurisdiction and focation. lndependence County District Court is a State
District court having county-wide jurisdiction with one site at 549 W. Main
Street, Batesville, AR 72501 and one State District Judge, Chaney Taylor, Jr.
B. Divisions. lndependence County District Court has four divisions: small
claims, civil, traffic and criminal. Judge Taylor presides over all four divisions.
Court sessions are held per the following schedule:
1. Criminal & traffic plea & arraignment: Every Wednesday 9am to 12pm;
2. Criminal & traffic trials: Every Wednesday 1pm untilfinished;
3. Civil & Small Claims: Last Wednesday of every month, 9am until
finished;
4. Bond hearings, Rule 8.1hearings, extradition hearings: Business hours,
Monday through Friday, as needed;
5. Circuit Court Orders of Protection: Every other Thursday, 9:30 a.m. until
finished; these proceedings are conducted in accordance with AOC
Provisional Guidelines for DigitalAudio Recording in State District Courts
promulgated pursuant to Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order 4;
and,
6. In 2009, a special docket was created, as a subdivision of the criminal
docket, namely the lndependence County DWI Court (ICDC), a voluntary
program which is conducted every Wednesday at twelve noon. The ICDC
special docket is geared toward repeat impaired driving offenders, that is,
individuals who face a 2nd or 3rd DWI charge. The ICDC is a highly intensive
monitoring program combined with treatment and patterned on the drug court
model.
Statutory or Legal Authority: Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Orders 14 and
18, A.C.A. S 5-65-103 et seq. and/or A.C.A S 16-98-303 et seq. I hereby certify that the
lndependence County DWI Court operates in compliance with all applicable laws,
including fines, court costs, fees and probation assessments.
Use of Court resources: The DWI Court Team includes a judge, county prosecutor,
city prosecutor, public defender, probation officer/case manager, evaluator, treatment
provider and coordinator. Team members have attended training programs offered by
the National Center for DWI Courts (NCDC) in collaboration with the National
Association of Drug Court Professionals (NADCP) and the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA. The ICDC was implemented and operates according to
NCDC's Ten Guiding Principles and Arkansas law.
Sources of funding: The ICDC is funded by a grant from the Arkansas State Police
Highway Safety Office in conjunction with NHTSA.
C. Circuit Court cases. The lndependence County District Judge may from time
to time preside over circuit court cases pursuant to Sections 6 and 7 of
Amendment 80 to the Arkansas Constitution, the 16th Jud¡cial Administrative
Plan and/or Act 1 137 of 2011, and subject to the approval of the Arkansas
Supreme Court, including, but not by way of limitation: circuit judge recusals
and transfers; cases authorized per Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative
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Rule No. 18, including ev¡ctions and unlau¡ful detainer actions; 16th Judicial
District SWIFT Court Pilot Program câses; lndependence County drug court;
and probatíon revocation or parole proceedings, subject at alltimes to the
coordination and superintending control of the Administrative Judge of the
1 6th Judicial District.
D, Conclusion, The undersigned district judge believes the procedures set forth
hereinabove when implemented with the provisions of Arkansas Supreme
Court Administrative Rules 4 and 18, Amendment 80 to the Arkansas
Constitution, the l6th Judicial District Administrative Plan and applicable law,
will maximize efficiencies of case administration and disposition, avoid
duplication and utilize available judicial resources here economically and
effectively.
WHEREFORE, the undersigned being the duly elected and serving State District
Judge of the 14th Judicial District of lndependence County respectfully petitions the
Supreme Court of Arkansas to approve same for implementation upon approval until
such time as it may be suPerseded
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IZARD COUNTY DISTRICT COURTDAVID E. MILLERDISTRICT JUDGE
P.O. Box 337, Melbourne, AR 7255690 (Phone) 870-368-2267 (ßax)
Jwrc 12,2017
Honorable Lee Harrod368 East Main StreetBatesville, AR 72501
Dear Judge Harrod:
An administrative plan for Izard County District Court, made up of Izard County, Melbourne,and Horseshoe Bend divisions, will be implemented as follows:
For the calendar year 2018 and 2019,theIzard County District Court, Melbourne and Countydivisions will meet 2 or 3 times per month. Court days are set for 8:30 a.m. on Thursdays in thecourtroom at the Izard County Detention Center. As of this date, specific dates have not been
scheduled. For further information, please contact Amber Lee at the above address or phone
number.
For the calendar year 2018 and 2019 the Izard County District Court, Horseshoe Bend divisionwill meet one time each month. Court days are set on Tuesday with court scheduled to begin at
1:30 p.m. at the Horseshoe Bend Municipal office building. Specific dates have not yet been
determined. For any other information, please contact Michelle Grabowski at704 W. CommerceStreet, Horseshoe Bend, AR 72512 or 870-670-5113.
Sincerely,
David E.
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Stone County District CourtJacob L. Newton, District Judge
211 Blanchard AvenueMountain View, AR 72560
l. JUDGES: The Stone County District Court is served by one part-time district judge, Jacob
Newton. Judge Newton serves in the designated divisions of the court as follows:
Stone County DivisionMountain View Division
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled three days per month, as follows:
Stone County Division:oAn'aignments are set twice per month on Wednesdays (if available) beginning at
9:00 a.m.oTrials are set twice per month on Wednesdays (if available) beginning at l:00p.m. and continuing until finished.
Mountain View Divisron:oArraignments are set twice per month on Wednesdays (if available) beginning at
l0:00 a.m.oTrials are set twice per month on Wednesdays (if available) beginning at l:00p.m. and continuing until finished.
Small Claims cases (both divisions) and Civil cases (both divisions) are set on variousdays, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
CriminalCivilSmall Claims
All cases are heard at the Stone County Cou¡thouse located at 211 BlanchardAvenue, Mountain View, AR 72560.
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: The following specialty programs are provided: None.
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All correspondence or filings shall be filed with the Cle* at the District Clerk's Offrce located at2ll Blanchard Avenue, Mountain View, AP.72560. The Court's calendar is available at theClerk's Offrce.
The undersigned district judge believes that the plan outlined herein maximizes effrciencies ofcase administration and effectively utilizes judicial resources.
ÌVHEREFORE, this plan is submitted to the l61h Judicial District Circuit Court and the ArkansasSupreme Court and shall remain in efect until amended or suspended.
DATE:Jacob L. Newton
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SHARP COI,]NTT DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATTVE PLAN
I, Mark R. Johnson, am the elected local District Judge of Sharp County,
Arkansas. Pursuant to Arkansas law as codified in Ark. Code Ann. 9t6-t7-925, said
District Court operates two venues. The first venue (i.e., Department One) being the
Sharp County District Court handles all cases which come under the District Court's
jurisdiction issued outside of Cherokee Village city limits. The second venue (i.e.,
Department Two) being those cases which stem from charges, either criminal or
traffic, issued within the city limits of Cherokee Village, Sharp County, Arkansas.
Department One, which is generaþ referred to as Sharp County District
Court, holds court in the city of Ash Flat for traffic and criminal division on the first
Thursday of each month from 9:oo a.m. until completed and the third Thursday of
each month beginning at groo a.m. until completed, Said District Court also hears
small claims and eivrl divi.sion cases filed !n the Sharp CcunS District Clerk's cffice
on the first Friday of each month beginning at g:ooa.m. until completed.
Department Two is the Cherokee Village department, which holds court on the
thiial Friday óf eaôh month beginning at gioo a.m. until completed.
The Third Judicial District Prosecutor, Henry Boyce, has appointed his Deputy
Prosecutor, Joe Grider of Randolph County, Pocahontas, Arkansas as the Sharp
County District Court Prosecutor of both Department One and Department Two.
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Relative to Department Two, commonly referred to as Cherokee Village
Department of Sharp County District Court holds court, as stated above, on the third
Friday of each month and the situs for said court is located at the Cherokee Village
City Hall, #z Santee Drive, Cherokee Village, Arkansas.
Also relative to the Cherokee Village situs, the city of Cherokee Village has
approximately one-half (t¡r¡ of its land mass located in Sharp County, Arkansas, and
one-half (L/z) of its land mass located in the contiguous county of Fulton County,
Arkansas. Fulton County is a part of the Sixteenth Judicial District.
Cherokee Village has its own police department, and the Chief of Police is
Rickey Crook. Cherokee Village also has an animal control ofücer and an animal
control facility, commonly referred to Cherokee Village Animal Control, and said
facility is located in Fulton County, Arkansas at 1531 Hwy. 289 North, Cherokee
Village, Arkansas. Cherokee Village also has a community service program whereby
individuals charged with offenses may be given specific sentences including a certain
amount of day(s) of communityservice or, atthe option of the court and community
service worker, allow individuals to pay a portion of their fine by doing community
service. Community service representative for Cherokee Village is Steve Penney.
Even though a large portion (i.e., approximately L/z) of the land mass of
Cherokee Village is located in Fulton County, only approximately twenty percent
(zd%) öf its poþulationis Ioôatèd oi fésícléinthè Fùlton Cöuntyþõrtiòn öf Cheiokee
I'iilage. Because Cherokee Vîiiage has its own poiice force and for other iogistic
reasons, by agreement with the District Court of Fulton County, Arkansas, Honorable
Johnnie Copeland presiding, those criminal and traffic offenses occurring in
Cherokee Village, Fulton County, Arkansas are heard by mysell Mark R. Johnson
District Judge of Sharp County, Arkansas on the third Friday of each month.
Sharp County District Courts, both Department One and Department Two,
operate a communityservice programwherebyindividuals chargedwith a criminal
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offense or traffic offense are often given the option of paying a portion or part of their
fine by doing community service. The Sharp County Department One District Court
community service supervisor is Bob Gott. The Cherokee Village Department of
Sharp County District Court, Department Two, Community Service Supervisor is
Phil Caves.
Both Department One and Department TWo also have a Probation Officer.
The Probation Officer is a certified police officer and also is certified with training
as a bailiff. She serves a dual position for Sharp County, in that she is the bailiffforCircuit and District Court, as well as the Probation Officer for Sharp County District
Court Departments One and Two. The present Probation Officer is Mary Wanley.
The Sharp CountyDistrict Clerk's office Department One is mannedbytwo Deputy
Clerks, Jane Powell and Barbara Wakeham, and one District Clerk, Amanda Brewer.
The CherokeeVillage Department of District Court of Sharp County, Division Two,
has one clerk, as well as numerous volunteers who volunteer on court dates. The
clerk's name is Sandy Elliott.
Conflicts Date: I, Mark R. Johnson, have practiced in the Sharp County
area for approximately thirty (83) years, furthermore, my family as well as my wife's
familyhave residedinthe Sharp Countyarea sincebeforethe GreatWar of Northern
Aggression (i.e., the Civil War). For this reason, I have many relatives within the
third cons Thèieforé, ôónfliCt dätes áié sõheduled ön the first
week in Apriì an<i October. Cases in which ï detect a conflict or a confiict is brought
to my attention I recuse, and the case is automatically rescheduled for either the first
week of April or October depending upon the conflict date at the Sharp County
Courthouse in Ash Flat whether said original case was filed in Department One or
Department Two.
This plan is submitted as the Sharp County District Court Plan pursuant to
Administrative Order Number t 8, subs ection 9. entitled,A dministr atiu e Plan,in that
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said District Court operates multiple venues in the district. Those being the Sharp
County Department One and the Sharp County Department T\,vo being the Cherokee
Village Department.
Contact information for persons relative to this plan include:
Division I District Court - Department r and Department z
Department t:Sharp County District Court
Amanda Brewer, Court Clerk
Bob Gott, Community Service Supervisor
Mary Wanley, Probation Officer
Department 2:
Cherokee Village District Court
Sandy Elliott, Court Clerk
Phil Caves, Community Service Supervisor
Mary Wanle¡ Probation Officer
P.O. Bóx iàó#z Santee DriveCJrer-okee Village, AR 7zgz5(8Zo) z;z-S5zl
Cherokee Police Department
Rickey Crook,'Chief of Police
P.O. Box rzq#z Santee ÚriveCherokee Villase(8zo) zsz-szzi
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ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
2017
PART OF THE ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN OF THE 16TII JUDICIAL DISTRICT
The Administrative plan for the 13th Judicial District covers all district court proceedingswithin Fulton County. Fulton County District Court is a local District court having julisdictionwithin the physical boundaries of Fulton County, The Court has one Judge, Johnnie A, Copelandappointed by Gov. Hutchison fi'om May 1,2017 to December 3lst 2018. Kathy Burke iscunently the District Court Clerk. Brandon Holder is the Deputy District Court Clerk, Judge
Copeland 's office is located with the Distlict Clelk's offrce in Salem. Con'espondence for bothoffices should be sent to P.O. Box 928, Salem, Arkansas 72576. Judge Copeland maintains a
private practice with offices in Mountain Home, Arkansas. She can be reached at (870)425-8636, (870) 425-9013 fax,
The Fulton County District Court consists of thlee (3) departments: Fulton County, Cityof Salem, and City of Mammoth Spring.
The Court hears bond hearings, Rule 8.1 hearings, and extradition hearings as requiledboth in person and using Skype videoconferencing. Al1 Court sessions are cuuently scheduled tobe held at the Fulton County Circuit courtroom located at 123 S. Main Street, Salem utilizing thefollowing schedule:
Civil & Small Claims:2'rd'Wednesday of the Month at 10:00 am.
Criminal &trafficplea& arraignment' 2ttd 'Weclnesday ofthe Month aI2:00pm.
Criminal &, traffic trials :
Fulton County e, CiIy of Salem - 4th Wednesday of the Month at 2:00pm.
City of Mammoth -4tl'Wednesday of every other month.
Should there be a conflict between Circuit and District Cout fol the Courtroom, Distlict Courtmay be held at Salem City Offices,
Judge David Miller has agreed to hear conflict cases for Judge Copeland.
This plan is filed pursuant to Adminisü'ative Order 18 and corresponding Arkansas CodeSections.
Judge A.
IN THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITCLEBURNE COUNTY, ARKANSAS CIRCUIT COURT
IN THE MATTER OF'THE CLEBURNE COUNTY DISTRICT COURTADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
APPROVAL OF PLAN
On the day of June,20l7, the Cleburne County District Court
Administrative Plan is approved by Lee Harrod, the Administrative Judge of the
16th Judicial Circuit.
\ilITNESS my hand on this day of Juner20l7.
Circuit JudgeAdministrative Judge of the 16th Judicial Circuit
IN THE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITINDEPENDENCE COTINTY, ARKANSAS CIRCUIT COURT
IN THE MATTER OFTHE INDEPENDENCE COUNTY DISTRICT COT]RTADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
APPROVAL OF'PLAN
On the day of Juner2Ûl7, the Independence County District Court
Administrative Plan is approved by Lee Harrod, the Administrative Judge of the
16th Judicial Circuit.
LTNESS my hand on this day of Juner20l7.
Circuit JudgeAdministrative Judge of the 16th Judicial Circuit
IN TTIE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITIZARD COUNTY, ARKA|ISAS CIRCUIT COURT
IN THE MATTER OF'THE IZARD COI]NTY DISTRICT COURTADMINISTRATIVD PLAN
APPROVAL OF PLAN
On the day of June,20l7, the lzard County District Court
Administrative Plan is approved by Lee Harrod, the Administrative Judge of the
16th Judicial Circuit.
LTNESS my hand on this
Circuit JudgeAdministrative Judge of the 16th Judicial Circuit
day ofJune,20l7.
IN TIIE I6TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITSTONE COUNTY, ARKANSAS CIRCUIT COURT
IN THE MATTER OF'THE STONE COUNTY DISTRICT COURTADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
APPROVAL OF PLAN
On the day of Juner2Ûl7, the Stone County District Court
Administrative Plan is approved by Lee Harrod, the Administrative Judge of the
16th Judicial Circuit.
WITNESS my hand on this day of June,20l7,
JudgeAdministrative Judge of the 16th Judicial Circuit
IN TIIE 16TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITFULTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS CIRCUIT COURT
IN THE MATTER OF'THE SHARP COUNTY DISTRICT COURTADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
APPROVAL OF PLAN
On the day of June,20l7,the Sharp County District Court
Administrative Plan is approved by Lee Harrod, the Administrative Judge of the
16th Judicial Circuit.
Approval is obtained because a portion of the cases heard in Division Two
(Cherokee Village) in Sharp County District Court are criminal cases and cases
involving moving violations occurring in that part of Cherokee Village located Ín
Fulton County, Arkansas, one of the counties comprising the 16th Judicial Circuit.
LTNESS my hand on this day of Juner20l7.
Circuit JudgeJudge of the 16th Judicial Circuit
IN TIIE I6TH JUDICIAL CIRCUITFULTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS CIRCUIT COURT
IN THE MATTER OFTHE FULTON COUNTY DISTRICT COURTADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
0n the
Administrative Plan is approved by Lee Harrod, the Administrative Judge of the
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DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVB PLANFor the year of 2017
District 23 Dislnct CourtWhite County and Prairie County, Arkansas
l. ruDGES: The District 23 District Court is served by two state district judges. The judges
serve in the designated divisions and departments of the court as follows:
nameMark Pate
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2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
Division # qiryI Searcy
Hazen
Division # çiry2 Beebe
Bald Knob
daysI't Tuesdaylst &2nd Wednesdayl't Thursday2nd Tuesday4th Wednesday2nd Thursday3'd Tuesday3'd Thursday4th Tuesday4ú ThursdayPossibly the last Friday
2"d &,4th Monday3'd'Wednesday
days2no, &3'dWednesdayl",2nd & 3'd Thursday2nd Tuesday4th Tuesday3'd Tuesday
eirySearcy &Hazen
çiryBald Knob, Beebe, Bisco,Bradford, Des Arc, DeValls81uff, Kensett, Judsoni4McRae, Pangburn, & RoseBud
timell:00 a.m.1l:00 a.m. and l0:00 a.m.9:00 a.m. & l:30 p.m.10:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.l1:00 a.m.9:00 a.m. & l:30 p.m.I l:00 a.m. or l:30 p.m.9:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.l:30 p.m.1:30 p.m.10:00 a.m. (reserved forspecials settings)1:15 p.m.1:15 p.m.
time9:00 a.m.9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.2:00 p.m.9:00 a.m.Bradford
Bisco 4th ThursdayDes Arc l't MondayDeValls Bluff 4ú ThwsdayJudsonia lst & 3rd WednesdayKensett 4th TuesdayMcRae 2nd MondayPangburn 2nd TuesdayRose Bud 3'd Friday
9:00 a.m.All dayAll dayl:00 p.m.9:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.9:00 a.m.l0:00 a.m.
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
Division #I
çiry
çiry
Searcy
Hazen
Beebe
Bald KnobBiscoBradfordDes Arc
DeValls BlutrKensettJudsoniaMcRaePangburnRose Bud
tvpes ofcasesCriminal, Traffrc, Civil,Envfuonmental, & Small ClaimsCriminal, Traffrc, Civil,Environmental, & Small Claims
types ofcasesCriminal, Traffic, Civil,Environmental, & Small ClaimsCriminal, Traffrc, & EnvironmentalCriminal & TraffrcCriminal, Traffic, & EnvfuonmentalCriminal, Traffic, Civil,Environmental, & Small ClaimsCriminal, Traffic, & EnvironmentalCriminal, Tra"ffrc, & EnvironmentalCriminal, Traffic, & EnvironmentalCriminal, Traffic, & EnvironmentalCriminal, Traffrc, & EnvironmentalCriminal, Traffrc, & Environmental
Judge Pate also hears the first appearances for his courts atthe White County Law EnforcementCenter in Searcy at 9:00 a.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Prairie County FirstAppearances are handled by video conference.
Division #2
Judge Derrick hears the First Appearances for his courts on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays,as time allows. Prairie County First Appearances are handled by video conference.
First Appearances for felonies in White County are heard by Judge Robert Edwards. FirstAppearances for Prairie County felonies are heard by Judges Pate and Derrick by videoconference.
Judge Pate and Judge Derrick specifically agree that cases may be transferred or exchanged
between each other so long as the transfer does not create a conflict. The judges also agree theyeach stand ready to sit for the other judge as needed and as their schedules may allow.
Judge Pate and Judge Derrick agree to both be on call for all law enforcement agencies in WhiteCounty and Prairie County and to keep each other advised of any period of unavailability beforeoccufTence.
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: The following specialty programs are provided:None at this time.
(For e ach pr o grsm, provide, the foll owing inþrmation : )a. Type of progtam and description of its operation.
N.A.
b. Statutory or legal authority on which it is based.
N.A.
c. Certifrcation of compliance with all applicable laws, including fines, fees, court costs, andprobation assessments.
N.A.
d. Use of court r€sorlrces. [Describe the court teøm (such as, prosecuting attorneys, publicdefenders, and health professionols); that each has been consulted in setting up the progrom andits operation; scheduling has been coordinated; and the necessary resources are øvailable.J
N.A.
e. Sources of funding.N.A.
DATE: ¿,-. JÞåatV
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Division I Judge
'Z*/f2'*4MARK DERRICK
2 District Judge
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CRAIGCIRCUIT/ADMINISTRATTVE ruDGE
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Tab 18th E. Circuit
In the District Court of Garland County, Arkansas
Garland county D¡strict
Pursuant to the Supreme Court's Administrative Order No. 18
Garland County District Court, Garland County, Arkansas
1, Judges: The Garland County District Court is served by two (2) district court judges. The judges
serve in the designated departments of the court as follows:
a, Meredith Switzer Rebsamen Division I Garland County, Arkansas
b, Ralph ohm Division ll Garland county, Arkansas
c. Gary Lax Small Claims Magistrate Garland County, Arkansas
2. Court: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on
a. Division ll
b. Division I
c. SmallClaims
Monday-FridayMonday-Friday1st Friday of the Month
8:30 a.m,1:00 p,m.
8:30 a.m.
3, Types of Cases: The following cases are heard at these locations:
a. Division I traffic offenses, criminal offenses, civil cases, felony first appearance
b, Division ll traffic offenses, criminal offenses, civil cases, felony first appearance
c, Small Claims SmallClaim cases
4, Specialty Programs
D,W,l, Court 3th Friday of the month 8:30 a'm'i. Works on reducing the recidivism rate of D'W.1, cases
¡i. 5-6s-103iii. We are assessing the proper fines, fees, costs, etc. and that no unauthorized fines,
fees or costs are being assessed and collected
iv, Court team: District Judge, probation department, court clerks, Chief Court Clerk,
Director of Operation and Security, representatives from: MADD, Hot Springs
Police Department, Public Defender, City Attorney, Prosecuting Attorney, and
Treatment Providerv. Funding: Grant from the Department of Highway Safety and probation fees
a
b. Drug Court 2nd Friday of the month 8:30 a,m.i, Works on reducing the recidivism rate of Drug Cases
ii. All related Drug/Alcohol/Criminal offensesii¡. We are assessing the proper fines, fees, costs, etc. and that no unauthorized fines,
fees or costs are being assessed and collectediv. Court team: District Judge and probation departmentv. Funding: General budget and probation fees
Domestic Battery Court 3'd Thursday of the month 8:30 a.m,i. Works on reducing the recidivism rate of Domestic Battery cases
ii, 5-26-305
iii. We are assessing the proper fines, fees, costs, etc. and that no unauthorized fines,fees or costs are being assessed and collected
iv, Court team: District Judge, prosecuting attorney, public defender and probationdepartment
v, Funding: General budget
d. Veteran Treatment Court 3'd Friday of the month 8:30 a.m.i. Works on reducing the recidivism rate of veteransii. All related Drug/Alcohol/Criminal offenses¡ii. We are assessing the properfines, fees, costs, etc, and that no unauthorized fines,
fees or costs are being assessed and collectediv, Court team: District Judge, probation department, Veteran Administration
representat¡ve, treatment provider, American Legion representative, VeteranMentors, Disabled Veterans Outreach Director, city police officer, prosecutor,City Attorney and Mothers Against Drunk Driver's representative
v. Funding: General budget
8/14/77
Meredith Switzer n, Division I
Ralph Ohm, on ll
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Date:
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Tab 19th E. Circuit
1. JUDGE:is Dale Ramsey.
THIRD JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT(Serving Carroll ¿rnd Madison Counties in Arkansas)
ADMINISTRATIVB PLAN
The Third Judicial District Court is served by one state district judge, who
2. COURT: Sessiot-ts of court are generally scheduled on:
Berryville Division -City Arraignments - l't Monday at l:00County Arraignlnerts - l't Wednesday at 9:00
Eureka Springs Divisiorr -Arraignments - 1't Tuesday at 9:00C s - I'r Tuesday at I :00
C 3'd Tuesday at 12:30
C 'Tttesday at 9:00
Green Forest DivisionArraignments - I st Friday at 9:00City Discovery/Trials - 3rd Friday at 9:00
Huntsville Division -City Arraignments - l '' Thursday at 9:00
In addition, the Court conducts first appearances (8.1 hearings) for all inmates who are
scheduled for such a hearing every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (unless that day falls
on a holiday) at 4:00 p.tr. at the Berryville Detention Center.
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
Berryville Division (City & Eastern District Carroll County) -Traffic, Misdemeanor, Civiland Small Claims
Eureka Springs Division (City & Western District Carroll County) - Traffic,Misdemeanor, Civil and Small Clairns
Green Forest Division (City only) - Trafflrc and Misdemeanor
Huntsville Division (City & Madison County) - Traffic, Misdemeanor, Civil and Small
Claims
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: No specialty programs are provided
This Administrative Plan is effective January 1,2018
May 15,2017
Dale Ramsey, Third Judicial District Date
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Tab 19th W. Circuit
IN THE DISTRICT COURTS OF BENTON COUNTY ARKANSAS
ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
(Updated 10.28.2017)
WHEREAS, Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order Number l-8,
Section 9, (a) provides that certain state district courts shall prepare an
administrative plan, when the court operates a specialty court program orwhen
multiple judges preside in the district or the court has multiple venues in the
C istrict; a nd
WHEREAS, the Arkansas Code allows for the division of cases among the
four District Judges in Benton County, Arkansas; and
WHEREAS, the District Judges of Benton County, Arkansas have taken into
account geographical considerations, district boundaries, statistical data from the
Administrative Office of the Courts and the various Benton County District Courts,
the projected case load of each Judge, and the experience and abilities of the
individual Judges to promote prompt and efficient resolution of cases; and
WHEREAS, the following judges have been duly elected and qualified to the
designated Divisions of the District Court of Benton County:
Chris Griffin Division One - Rogers
Ray Bunch Division Two - Bentonville
stephen S. Thomas Division Three - siloam springs
Jeff R. Conner Division Four - Benton County West
lT lS THEREFORE, CONSIDERED, ORDERED AND AGREED by the Benton
County District Judges, as follows:
t.
D¡VIS ION AND VENUE
The existence of Divisions shall not be construed to limit or preclude Judges
from hearing other cases that may come before them. Attimes when one or
more of the Judges may be absent or unavailable anotherJudge may be called
upon to act upon matters assigned to another District Court. However, casesthat
originate within the boundaries of a particular Benton County District Court, shall
at alltimes be heard in that District Court as provided by the venue provisions of
said Code,
il.
ASSIGNMENT OF CASES
The Benton County District Courts shall be assigned responsibilities as
follows:
1,. Divisionl-R osers: All traffic and criminal cases originating by the CitY
of Rogers; and alltraffic and criminalcases originating by the County of
Benton within the boundaries of Division l-'
2. Division 2- Bentonville: All traffic and criminal cases originating by the
City of Bentonville; all civil and small claims cases within the boundaries
of Divisio n 2; and all traffic and criminal cases originating by the County
of Benton within the boundaries of said Division 2; all fraffic and
criminal cases originating by the City of Pea Ridge; all traffic and
misdemeanor cases originating by the City of Cave Springs; all traffic and
criminalcases originating bythe city of Bella Vista; and a DWI Specialty
Court is provided and operates in Bentonville for Benton County'
3. Division3-Siloa m Sorinss: All traffic and criminal cases originating by
the City of Siloarn Springs; all civil and small claims cases within the
boundaries of Division 3; all civil and small claims cases within the
boundaries of Division 1; all civil and small claims cases within the
boundaries of Division 4; all traffic and criminal cases originating by the
County of Benton within the boundaries of said Division 3; all traffic and
criminal cases originating by the City of Bethel Heights'
4. Divisio n 4- Benton Countv West : All traffic and criminal cases
originating by the City of Gentry; all traffic and criminal cases originating
by the City of Decatur; alltraffic and criminal cases originating by the
County of Benton within the boundaries of said Division 4; all traffic and
criminal cases originating by the City of Centerton; all traffic and
criminal cases originating by the City of Gravette; alltraffic and criminal
cases originating by the City of Sulphur Springs; alltraffic and criminal
cases originating by the City of Lowell; all traffic and criminal cases
originating by the City of Little Flock'
Additionally, the four Benton County District Judges consent to the
reference of certain duties by the Nineteenth Judicial District- West
Administrative Court Judge as provided for in the Administrative Order
of the Supreme Court, Number 18. The four Benton County District
Judges shall share equally in the following duties:
A) lssue a search warrant pursuant to Rule 13.1;
B) lssue an arrest warrant pursuant to Rule 7.1 or Ark. Code
Ann. Secticn 1'6-Bi-1'04, oi' issue a sumíncns pul'suant to
Ru le 6.1;
C) Make a reasonable cause determination pursuant to Rule
a.1(e);
D) Conduct a first appearance hearing pursuant to Rule B.l-, at
which the Judge may appoint counsel pursuant to Rule 8.2;
inform a defendant pursuant to Rule 8.3; conduct a pre-tríal
release inquiry pursuant to Rules 8.4 and 8.5; or release a
defendant from custody pursuant to Rules 9.1,,9.2 and 9.3.
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E) Conduct extradition proceedings pursuant to A.C'4. 16-94-
101 et seq.
6. The Benton County DistrictJudges shall rely on the County of Benton to
provide necessary equipment and supplies, and either: video or audio
link hook-up; or transportation of prisoners for said Rule 8.1 hearing.
The individual Benton County District Judges shall have discretion
whether to conduct such hearings at their various locales; or at the
Benton County Detention Facility.
7. This Administrative plan shall remain in effect, unless modified by tlre
mutual agreement of the Benton County District Court Judges.
IT IS SO ORDERED AND AGREED THIS ; T DAY OF ÁÍ" 2017
Chris Griffin, Division 1- Rogers
Ray Bunch, ision 2 - Bentonville
Stephen Thomas, Division 3- Siloa ngs
jeff R. Co r, Divi 4 - Benton County West
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Bentonville DWI Court PIan
(A) Overview
i. Benton County DWI Court is designed for peoplewho have multiple DWI's.Participants plead guilty and are sentenced to DWI Cout. It addresses the rootcause of impaired driving, Hopefully, by treatment it will bo an
Äccountability Court (changing behaviors of hardcore offenders) and protectpublic safety.
ii. The Building Principles:1, Determine the Population -Targeting, a process to I.D, a subset of
DWI offenders (Repeat Offenders)2. Perform Clinical Assessment3. Treatment Plan4. Supervise the offender5. Forge Agency, Organization and Community Partnerships6. Take a Judicial Leadership Role7. Develop case managemerit strategies8. Address transportation issues
9. Evaluate the Program10. Ensure a sustainable program
iii. Drug Court Team- Judge makes all the decisions regarding participation inprogram with input from DWI Court Team. Tearn consists of:
1. Prosecutor2. DWI Court Coordinator3. Defense attomey\ Public Defender4. Probation Ofhcers5. Law Enforcement6. Treatment Provider
iv. Program Rules -, L Total abstinence from use of drugs and alcohol
2. Attend court and treatment sessions as scheduled, submit to randomalcohol and drug testing
3. Not associate with people who use or possess drugs4. Keep DWI Court Tearn informed of current address and phone number
at all times5. Consent to search when required6. Inform Court immediately if have contact with Law Enforcement7. Abide by all rules and regulations imposed by DWI Court Team.
Phase I. Court and supervision appointment et'ery weekr Treatment
+
. Support group
. Supervised probation requirer¡entso Contact with Probation Of,ficer once a week. Druglalcohol testing at least 2x/week. Home / job visits. Pay all associated fees and costs. Journal. Curfew. Sign Zero Tolerance Agreement. Sign Mernorandum of Understandingo Pay Phase I fees of $150/ month
Minimum of 3 month
Phase IIo Court and supervision appointment every 2 weeks¡ Treatment. Support group. Supervised probation requirementst Contact with Probation Officer 1x every 2 weekso Drag/alcohol every 2 weeks. Home / job visits. Pay all associated fees and costs. Continue journal. Curfew. Job search or work to obtain GED. Phase II fee $150/ month
Minimum of 4 month
Phase IIIr Court and supervision appointment once a month. Treatment as neededo Support group. Supervisedprobation requirements¡ Contact with Probation Officer minimum once a week. Druglalcohol testing lx / month¡ Relax home / job visits. Pay all associated fees and costsr Continue joumal. Relaxed curfew. Have a job / obtain a GED. Complete Defensive Driving Class. Complete a Life Skills Course. Pay Phase II fee of $ 1 50/ month
Mínimum of 5 months
vr.
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Authority: National Center for DWI Courts, DWI Court Training and
Tech¡ical Assistance Initiative is a project of the National llighwayTraffic and Safety Administration of the U.S. Department ofTransportation. The program conforms to Arkansas sentencing laws,
including fines, fees, court costs and probation assessments.
Funding: Payment plan is established with the Court until all fees are paid
in full. Participants pay for treatment and second opinion drug tests.
Program fees cover pfogfam mandated drug tests conducted at courthouse
and Initial Assessment through treatment provider.
Graduation: l. Complete each Phase of program (minimum l2 months)
2. Demonstrated sobriety for at least 120 consecutive days
3. Team determines you are eligible.
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Tab 20th Circuit
ADMINISTRATIVE PLANThe 9th Judicial District Court Of Arkansas
The District Judges for the Ninth State District Court propose the following plan for allocation of
the caseload and specialty courts within this district.
ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY
The judges shall meet periodically (no less that quarterly) and shall consider case management,
administrative procedures, forms, calendars, etc. Any modification of this plan shall be by written
agreement signed by both judges of the district. Each year a calendar sl¡all be printed and published
indicating such courtroom assignments and court dates.
CASE ASSIGNMENT AND ALLOCATION
The clerk of each department shall assign newly filed cases by computer program as provided in
the attached Case Allocation.
SPECIALTY COURTS
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COURT - Judge Reynolds proposes the continuance of 'oDomestic
Violence Court" in District Court. Judge Reynolds currently presides over "Domestic Violence Court"
and has for the past l6 years, including his time in Circuit Court. It requires no additional resources other
than time related to additional hearing associated with reviews, Eventually, this court will (with the
agreement of the Circuit Court judges) hear Order of Protection Cases filed in Circuit Court.
. SOBRIETY COURT- Please see attaohed
ARRAIGNMENTS, EMERGENCY AND UNCONTESTED HEARINGS
It is preferable for the division assigned to a case to handle all proceedings concerning the case'
However, both judges may preside over arraignments, probations revocation and uncontested matters
when presented and may sit on exchange when necessary. Emergency orders shall be presented to and
heard by the judge assigned unless that j udge is unavailable. In no event shall any Judge refuse to aot on
any case not part of their assignment for lack ofjurisdiction. I
THIS 27TH DAY OF JUNE,2OI7
FIONORABLE DIST DIVISION 2ND DIVISION
K. WEAVER
THE DISTRICT COURT OF FAULKNER AND VAN BUREN COUNTY810 Parkway St.
Conway, Arkansas 7203
'['Er.riPrìoND: (50 l) 450-61 12
FACSrMtr.hl: (501)450-6184
Susan K. Weaver, Judge Div, IIBrittani Burnette, Ilead Clerk Div. Il
June 27,2017
Ilonorable David ClarkCircuit CourlFaulkner and Van Buren County Circuit CourtT'wentieth Division801 Locust St.
Conway, AP.72034
Re: Faulkner and Van Buren DWI Adrninistrative Plan
Dear Judge Clark:
Per Administrative Order 18 please consider this the administrative plan for the specialty court
known as the F-aulkner and Van Buren County DWI Court,
a) Describe the program and how it operates:
T'he lìaulkner and Van lluren County DWI Courts focus on repeat DV/l olfenders,
including but not limitecl to indiviclr.rals with a2nd or 3rd DWI offense, or I st ofïense with a
high BAC (.18 or above), After a plea of guilty they enter a one-year, 4 phase program ofextensive group and individual therapy sessions, probation with alcohol and drug testing,
and constant monitoring, They are required to appear in court every two weeks where we
review their compliance, This is the same model used by Drug Courts.
b) Provicle the statutory and legal authority on which it is based:
A,C.A l6-98-303, and Administrative Orders l4 & 18.
c) Certify that the program conlbrms to all applicable sentencing laws, inclucling fìnes, courts
fèes, and probation assessments.
I certify that the program conforms to all applicable sentencing laws, including fines, court
fèes, and probation assessments,
d) Describe the program's use of court resources, including without limitation, prosecuting
attomeys or public defenders, and the availability of such resotlrces and how they will be
provided,
'l'he Court members are:
Judgc Susa¡r K, Weaver, Taylor Martin and Chad Brown (Prosecutors), Chris Murray and
Ñathan Morgan (Public Def'enders), Brittani Burnette (FIead Clerk/Coordinator), Darrick
Simmons and Kenny Dr-lnham (Probation), and Alice Keener with Conway Counseling and
Psychological Services (Treatment Provider), Most sessions are fully staffed.
e) Provide the source of funding for the program:
Funcling is provided from grants from the Arkansas State Police-Highway Safety Office.
We are in compliance with all reporting requirements, After the initial start-up costs were
met the funding now goes to eclucation of the team members to stay current on the best
practices for the court. l)efendants are expected to pay the costs associated with their
treatment and probation since I suspend the payment of fines upon comPliance'
'fhis program has been one of the most effective programs that I have seen in dealing with repeat
DWIoffendels, Beforebeingexposecltoit,lwouldcommittheoffendertoa2-90dayjail sentence
a¡cl move to the next case. But hearing the testimonies of those who have completed the program
are inspiring. It changes lives and treats alcohol addiction, which in turn reduces the number ofintoxicated drivers on the roadways,
Please let me know if your need any further information
Sincerely,
I-lonorabSKW/bb
Susan K, Weaver
CASE ALLOCATION9TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT
ISTDMSION- Judge David L. Reynolds 2ND DIVISION- Judge Susan K. Weaver
CLINTON/FAIRFIELD BAYA/AN BUREN COIINTY DEPT
Criminal division: Crimínul division:
All misdemeanor domestic violence cases* All misdemeanor DWI cases
C ONWAYÆAULKNER C OUNTY DEPARTMENT
Criminal division: Criminal division:
All misdemeanor domestic violence cases* All rnisdemeanor DWI cases
50o/o of all other criminal and traffic cases
other than DV/l
50%o of all other criminal and traffic cases
other than DWI
Civíl Divísion:500/o of all cases
50Yo of all other criminal and traffic cases
other than DV/I
100% of allcriminaland traffic
100% of all criminal and traffic
50Yo of all other criminal and traffic cases other
than domestic violence cases
Civil Division:All SmallClaims and civil cases
50% of all other criminal and traffic cases other
than domestic violence cases
Civil Division:50% ofall cases
50Yo of all other criminal and traffic cases other
than domestic violence cases
DAMASCUS DEPARTMENT100% of allcriminaland traffic
GREENBRIER DEPARTMENT
Criminal division: Criminøl divisíon:
All misdemeanor domestic violence cases* Allmisdemeanor DWI cases
GUY DEPARTMENT
MAYFLOWER DEPARTMENT
VILONIA DEPARTMENT100% of allcriminaland traffic
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Tab 21st Circuit
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THEFIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF ARKANSAS
CRA\ilFORD COT]NTYÄLL DIVISIONS
On January I,20I2,the Crawford County District Court, located in Van Buren, Arkansas
was merged with the former city courts for the cities of Alma, Arkansas, Mountainburg,
Arkansas, and Mulberry, Arkansas and these former city courts became departments of the
Crawford County District Court. On January 1,2013, the Crawford County District Court
became a State District Court and was designated the Fifth Judicial District. The Crawford
County District Court is the sole district court in Crawford County, has countywide jurisdiction
with multiple venues, and is presided over by one judge, Hon. Charles D. Baker.
As a State District Court having multiple venues, the following Administrative Plan is
submitted as required by Administrative Order Number 18, Section 9 as an explanation of the
administration of the divisions and departments of the Crawfiord County District Court.
TRAFFIC DIVISI AND CRIMINAL DIVISIONS. CITY F'VAN BI]REN. AR
The court for the Department of Van Buren, Arkansas is held in the District Courtroom in
Van Buren, Arkansas. Regular arraignments and trials for the Traffic Division and the Criminal
Division are held on Monday, 1:00 p.m., and Thursday, 1:00 p.m.
CRAWFORD COUNTY, ARKANSAS
The court for the Department of Crawford County, Arkansas is held in the District
Courtroom in Van Buren, Arkansas. Regular arraignments and trials of the Traffic Division and
the Criminal Division are held on Monday,9;30 a.m., and Thursday, 9:30 a.m.
DYER, CEDARVILLE AND KIBLER, ARKANSAS
The court for the Departments of Dyer, Cedarville and Kibler, Arkansas are held in the
District Courtroom in Van Buren, Arkansas. Arraignments and trials for the Traffrc Division and
the Criminal Division are held on the second Wednesday of each month at l:00 p.m.
CHESTER, ARKANSAS
RUDY, ARKANSAS
Although there have been departments established for these cities, cases are rarely filed.
There has been no regular schedule established for hearing matters for these departments. In the
event cases ¿re filed, arraignments and trials would be held in the District Courtroom in Van
Buren, Arkansas.
ALMA, ARKANSAS
The court for the Department of Alma, Arkansas is held in the District Courtroom in
Alma, Arkansas. Arraignments for the Traffic Division and the Criminal Division are held each
Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. Trials for the Traffic Division and the Criminal Division are held on the
fourth'Wednesday of each month at 3:00 p.m.
MOUNTAINBURG, ARKANSAS
The court for the Department of Mountainburg, Arkansas is held in the District
Courtroom in Alma, Arkansas. A:raignments and trials for the Traffrc Division and the Criminal
Division are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 3:00 p.m.
MULBERRY, ARKANSAS
The court for the Department of Mulbeny, Arkansas is held in the District Courtroom in
Mulberry, Arkansas. Arraignments for the Traffic Division and the Criminal Division are held
on the first Wednesday of each month at 3:00 p.m. Trials for the Traffic Division and the
Criminal Division are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 3:00 p.m.
OTHER TRAFFIC DIVISION AND CRIMINAL DIVISION MATTERS
Bond forfeiture hearings for the Traffic Division and the Criminal Division are held each
Monday, if necessary , at 2:30 p.m. in the District Courtroom in Van Buren, Arkansas.
JAIL COURT HEARINGS
Arraignments and First Appearances are held for all incarcerated District Court
Defendants at 8:15 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in the Courtroom at the
Crawford County Detention Center.
CIVI DIVISION
The court for the Civil Division is held in the District Courtroom in Van Buren,
Arkansas. Civil cases are tried on each V/ednesday at 9:00 a.m.
SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION
The court for the Small Claims Division is held in the District Courtroom in Van Buren,
Arkansas. Small claims cases are tried on the first'Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m.
OTHER CIVIL DIVISION AND SMALL CLAIMS DIVISION MATTERS
Show cause hearings for civil contempt and hearings on Petitions for V/rits of Possession
are heard each Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. in the District Courtroom in Van Buren, Arkansas.
JURISDICTION UNDER ADMINISTRATIVE ORDER NUMBER 18
Beginning on January 1,2013, the District Court commenced hearing uncontested
divorces and Petitions for Final Orders of Protections assigned to it by the judges of the Twenty-
First Judicial District, being the Crauford County Circuit Court. These cases are heard each
Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. It is estimated that approximately 700 such cases will be assigned to the
District Court. These cases are held in Courtroom #2 of Division 2 in Van Buren, Arkansas.
DWI COURT
DV/I Court is held in the District Court's location in Van Buren, Arkansas. The sessions
are held every other Tuesday, with the program team meeting at 11:00 a.m. for evaluation of the
participants and with the participants appearing at 1 1:30 p.m. to appeff before the judge for
revrew.
I, Charles D. Baker, the sole judge for the Fifth Judicial District, Crawford County
District Court, hereby affrx my signature to this Administrative Plan and respectfully submit the
same for approval.
DATED:
/- Lq- f-l deHON. CHARLES D. BAKERDISTRICT JUDGE
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Tab 22nd Circuit
District Court Administrative Plan
Sa line Cou ntY
32nd District Court District
22nd Judicial Circuit
Distrlct JudRes
Division 1- Benton Dlstrict.Judge Mike Roblnson
Divislon 2- Bryant District Judge Stephanie CasadV
A. Assignment of Cases
l, per statutory assignment, Division 1 (Mlke Robinson) shall hear traffic and misdemeanor
cases from the city of Benton and 5aline County and Division 2 (stephanle Casady) shall
hear traffìc and misdemeanor cases from the cities of Bryant, Haskell, Bauxite' shannon
Hills and Alexander, Such cases shall be heard ln the locations agreed to'bythe assigned
judges and the county Judge and mayors of each city'
z, clvll cases shall be heard ln the Benton Dlstrict court and the Bryant Dlstrict court'
3,smallClaimscasesshallbeheardlntheBryantDistrictCourt.
DlstrlctcourtAuthoritygrantedbyclrcuitJudgesforcertalnclrcultcourtcases
The saline county District courts shall have all authority permitted under the
Arkansas Supreme court's Adminlstrative Rule 18'
the Bryant Divislon shall be the pr¡mary point of contact for Temporary order of
protectlon Petitions and shall hear all Final order of Protection cases. The
''v'n.Divisionshallalsobetheprimarypointofcontactforuncontestedagency adoPtions,
The Benton Division shall conduct first appearance hearlngs in felony crimlnal
cases, ïhe Benton Dlvision shallcontinue to operate a mlsdemeanor Dwl court'
As described more fully in Administratfve Rule 18, the District courts shall have
authority to hear emergency or uncontested matters pending in civil, domestic
relations,orprobate.*'t'enyorderswhichresultfromsaidactionsshallbecopied fór review to the approprÍate Circuit Judge immediately via paper, fax' or
electronlc mail,
Recusal and Exchange Procedure
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1 Each judge sh¿ll be avallable for exchange of cases with the other Judge' and
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neither judge shall refuse assignment of a case solely on the grounds that he orshe ls not responsible for that type of case,
The judges within this distrlct have unanimously agreed upon the herein dlvision
ofduties and further agree that thls plan shall not be altered except upon
unanimous agreement, The judges shall meet from time to time, and ln any
event, no less than once every slx months to review thís plan and ensure theeffective admlnistration of justlce,
lnthe event recusal is necessary, the DlstrlctJudge shall personally inqulre as towhether the other judge ls avallable to handle the case except that the Bryant Division
shall not hear any cases prosecutecl by the 5aline County Prosecutor's Office,
ln the event that the other judge is unable to hear the case, the requestlng Judge shall
contact the Adminlstrative Offlce of the Courts for assignment of a judge to hear theca5e,
D. Specialty Dockets
APPROVED THIS TO DAY OF AUGUST, 2017
Saline County has one District Court Speúialty Docket as authorized by statute and
previously approved by the Arkansas 5upreme Court. The respectlve presiding judge by
hls signature below hereby certlfies that his program conforms to all applicable
sentencinB laws.
Sallne County DWI Court-District Judge Mike Roblnson
%hnoa^Mlke RobinsonDistrict Judge
ste|ñanie casldy - -Dlstrict.ludge Õ
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DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Lonoke District Court, Lonoke County, Arkansas
1. JUDGE: The Lonoke District Court, Southern Division is served by one local district judge.
The judge serves in the designated divisions of the court as follows:
NAME DIVISION CITY
Teresa M. Smith England Division City of England
Teresa M. Smith Carlisle Division City of Carlisle
Teresa M. Smith Lonoke Division City of Lonoke
Teresa M. Smith Allport Division City of Allport
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on:
DIVISION CITY DAYS TIMES
England Division England I't and 3'd V/ednesday 1:30 p.m.3'd Wednesday - Small Claim 12:00 p.m.First Appearances as needed
Carlisle Division Carlisle 2nd and4th Wednesday 5:00 p.m.4th V/ednesday - Small Claim 3:00 p.m.First Appearances as needed
Lonoke Division Lonoke
LonokeLonoke
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations
DIVISION CITY TYPES OF CASES
England England all misdemeanors, trafftc, small claims
1tt and 3'd Tuesday - Arraignments at 8:30Small Claims/Civil 10:00
1't and 3'd Wednesday - Trials 9:00First Appearances as needed
Carlisle Carlisle all misdemeanors, traffic, small claims
Lonoke Lonoke all misdemeanors, trafftc, small claimsCivil within j urisdictional limits
Allport Allport traffic onlY
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: The following specialty programs are provided:
None at the England, Carlisle, Allport or Lonoke Division
a. Type of program and description of its operation.
b. Statutory or legal authority on which it is based.
c. Certification of compliance with all applicable laws, including fines, fees, court costs, and
probation assessments.
d. Use of court resources. [Describe the court team (such as, prosecuting attorneys, publicdefenders, and health professionals); that each has been consulted in setting up the program and
its operation; scheduling has been coordinated; and the necessary resources are available.J
e. Sources of funding
DATE: 0510212017
/s/Teresa M. Hallum Smith
DISTRICT COURT ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN
Lonoke County District CourtNorthern District of Lonoke County
1. JUDGE: The Northem District of Lonoke County is served by a single local district judge. The
judge serves in the designated divisions of the court:
DIVISION CITY
Cabot Division 208 N. First St., City of Cabot
Ward Division 405 Hickory St., City of Ward
Austin Division 3 1 8 1 AR-3 67, City of Austin
2. COURT: Sessions of court are generally scheduled on
DIVISION CITY DAYS TIMES
Cabot Division Cabot
Cabot
ltt, 2nd and 3'd'WednesdayItt,2nd,3td and 4th V/ednesday
ltt,2nd,3'd and 4th Tuesday1't Monday of every other month
9:00 a.m.1:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.1:00 p.m.
Ward Division Ward
Austin Division Austin 2nd Monday
3. TYPES OF CASES: The following cases are heard at these locations:
DIVISION CITY TYPES OF CASES
4:30 p.m.
all misdemeanors, traffic, ordinance and
code violations, civil and small claimswithin j urisdictional limits
all misdemeanors, trafftc, ordinance and
code violations
Cabot
'Ward Ward
Austin Austin all misdemeanors, traffrc, ordinance and
code violations
4. SPECIALTY PROGRAMS: The following specialty programs are provided:
None currently at the Cabot, Ward or Austin Division
a. Type of program and description of its operation'
b. Statutory or legal authority on which it is based.
c. Certification of compliance with all applicable laws, including fines, fees, court costs,
and probation assessments.
d. Use of court resources. [Describe the court team (such as, prosecLtting attorneys,
public defenders, and health professionals); that each has been consulted in setting up^the
program and its operation; scheduling has been coordinated; and the necessary
resources are available. J
e. Sources of filnding.
DATE: 061512011
/s/Clinton D. McGue