Boone County Deed Records
Boone County deed records are filed and maintained by the Circuit Clerk's office in Harrison, Arkansas. The clerk serves as the county's official recorder for deeds, mortgages, liens, plats, and other real property instruments. In-person access is available at the Harrison courthouse, and online search tools provide partial access to records dating back to the early 1990s.
Boone County Deed Records
Access Boone County Deed Records
The Boone County Circuit Clerk records all real property instruments for land in the county. That includes warranty deeds, quitclaim deeds, deeds of trust, mortgages, releases, liens, plats, and powers of attorney. Under Arkansas Code § 14-15-402, the clerk must maintain these records in the proper books indexed by grantor and grantee name. The index lets you trace ownership history forward or backward from any party name. The clerk's office is open to the public for review of these records during regular business hours.
Arkansas is a race-notice recording state. That rule protects buyers who record first without knowledge of a prior competing claim. It is one reason why title companies always advise recording the day of closing. For Boone County, where a significant amount of land involves recreational and rural property, having a clear recorded chain of title matters especially in transactions involving timber rights, mineral interests, and easements.
The clerk's office will do name searches for written requests, but there are fees involved. The search fee is $6 per name per year searched. You must prepay copy fees as well. Written requests should include the year range to search, the names to search, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Plan on 4 to 6 weeks for results on mail-in searches.
Note: For court cases (not recorded land instruments), all Boone County cases since August 1993 are searchable on judici.com. Cases before August 1993 require an in-person visit to review indexes, files, and microfilm at the courthouse.
Boone County Circuit Clerk Contact Information
The Boone County Circuit Clerk office is at 100 North Main Street, Suite 201, Harrison, AR 72601. The phone number is (870) 741-5560 and fax is (870) 741-9724. Email is crystalbooneclerk@windstream.net. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The Circuit Clerk handles all recorder functions, court administration, and related services from this single location in Harrison.
For in-person visits, bring any known details about the property such as a parcel number, legal description, or prior owner's name. This makes the search go faster. The clerk's staff can help you locate the right deed books and instrument indexes, but they do not conduct title searches for the public. If you need a certified copy, ask at the counter and pay the copy fee before they print it.
For historical records before August 1993, you will need to come in person to review the physical indexes and microfilm. Remote requests for older records may require more lead time than recent records.
The Boone County Circuit Clerk website covers recording services, court records, deed search options, and contact details for the Harrison courthouse office.
Online Search for Boone County Deed Records
The Boone County Circuit Clerk court records page provides access to the online search tools available through the county. For court case records, the judici.com platform covers all Boone County cases back to August 1993. These court records are important when you need to check for judgment liens, foreclosure filings, or probate cases that could affect property title in the county.
The ARCountyData Boone County portal provides free property data drawn from the county assessor's records. You can search by owner name, parcel number, or property address. While this tool does not show recorded deed images, it is a solid starting point to confirm ownership and parcel details before contacting the clerk for specific document copies.
The Arkansas Judiciary Case Search is worth using alongside the deed index when you need to check for judgment liens or foreclosure actions tied to a Boone County property. These show up in court records rather than the recorder's deed index but can have a major impact on title. Use both systems to get a complete picture.
The Boone County court records page explains what online access options exist for case and deed research through the Circuit Clerk's office.
Recording Fees and Requirements
Boone County recording fees follow the standard Arkansas schedule under Arkansas Code § 21-6-306. The fee is $15.00 for the first page and $5.00 for each additional page. The Real Property Transfer Tax is $3.30 per $1,000 of consideration on sales over $100. Both fees are collected at the time of recording. Bring a check or money order payable to the Boone County Circuit Clerk, or ask about accepted payment methods before submitting documents.
All documents must be on 8.5 x 11 inch paper. The first page needs a 2.5-inch blank margin at the top right corner for the recorder's stamp. Side and bottom margins must be at least half an inch throughout. The last page must have a 2.5-inch blank margin at the bottom. Deeds must carry original signatures and be notarized or signed before two disinterested witnesses as required under Arkansas Code § 18-12-104. A homestead deed requires both spouses to sign.
The first page must include the document title, the grantor's name, the grantee's name, and the name and address of the person who prepared it. The grantee's mailing address for tax statement purposes must also be on the deed per Arkansas Code § 26-26-709. Starting August 5, 2025, individuals filing in person must present a valid photo ID under Act 752. Attorneys, brokers, bank representatives, and government employees are exempt.
ARCountyData and State Resources for Boone County
The ARCountyData portal is shown below. It is one of the most used free property lookup tools in Arkansas and covers Boone County parcel data linked to assessor records.
The ARCountyData Boone County page gives free access to property records pulled from county assessor data. Search by name, parcel number, or address to confirm ownership details quickly.
The Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands handles tax-delinquent property across all counties. For Boone County parcels that went through the COSL process due to unpaid taxes, their online auction site shows past sales and upcoming listings. Buyers at COSL auctions receive a limited warranty deed. The COSL notes that buyers should do independent research before bidding because the state cannot guarantee clear title or access.
For survey and boundary research on Boone County land, the Arkansas State Land Surveyor's Office maintains historical plats and corner certificates accessible through their online plat retrieval tool. This is useful when a legal description question arises or a boundary dispute needs tracing back to the original government survey. The Arkansas Digital Archives hold older land records and historical documents that can supplement research on parcels with long ownership histories.