North Little Rock Arrest Records

North Little Rock arrest records are kept by the North Little Rock Police Department. The Central Records Unit handles incident, accident, and arrest reports. Chief Patrick Thessing leads the department, which serves roughly 66,000 residents across 55.49 square miles. NLRPD books adults into the Pulaski County Regional Detention Facility. Court cases move to the North Little Rock District Court at 1 Justice Center Drive. This page shows you how to search for North Little Rock arrest records, the right phone numbers, and the FOIA steps to request a specific report.

North Little Rock Police Arrest Records

The North Little Rock Police Department is at 1 Justice Center Drive, North Little Rock, AR 72114. The non-emergency line is 501-758-1234. Chief Patrick Thessing runs the department. For arrest records specifically, the Central Records Unit is your direct contact at 501-771-7119.

The image below is the NLRPD home page, the best starting point for arrest report requests and department contacts.

From the home page, click into the divisions menu to find the Support Services Division, which is where records and warrants sit.

The Central Records Unit is the central repository for all incident, accident, and arrest records at NLRPD. It manages records to protect privacy and security and provides access to department members, other law enforcement, and the general public. Captain M. Tubbs commands the Support Services Division, which includes Central Records.

A second image shows the Support Services Division page with full unit listings.

That page lists the four units: Central Records, Warrants, Community Service, and Property and Evidence.

NLRPD Warrants and Reports

The Warrants Unit is at 501-771-7127. The Warrants Clerk maintains all warrants issued through North Little Rock District Courts. The unit processes and serves all outstanding warrants. If a person needs to clear a warrant, the Warrants Unit is the right first call.

The Community Service Assistance Unit at 501-771-7117 takes nonviolent reports from callers and walk-ins. The Property and Evidence Unit at 501-771-7121 maintains seized property and found items. Media Relations and FOIA Requests run through 501-771-7109.

A third image shows the Fines and Reports page, which covers criminal probation and payment procedures.

The page explains how to pay fines, sign up for probation, and track monthly reporting requirements.

What's in a North Little Rock Arrest Record

A North Little Rock arrest record typically shows the date, time, and location of the arrest, the subject's name and demographic info, the arresting officer, and the charges filed. Mugshots may be attached when the booking goes to the Pulaski County jail. Charges carry statute citations. Classifications show misdemeanor or felony status.

Incident reports and arrest reports are two different documents. The incident report describes what happened. The arrest report focuses on the booking and charges. Both are public records under FOIA with some exemptions. Some NLRPD reports are released the next business day. Others, tied to pending investigations, wait until the case is cleared.

NLRPD handles fingerprinting for civilian purposes through its Records Section. The department processes and enters arrest data into both internal systems and the North Little Rock District Court computer system. Traffic citations also flow into the District Court system.

Criminal probation in North Little Rock has its own procedures. After sentencing, the defendant signs up in person when leaving the courtroom. Requirements include consent to warrantless search, signing off on conditions, filling out probation and reporting forms, and making a $45.00 first payment. Monthly reports come with $35.00 payments. Missed reports can trigger a warrant, which cycles back through the Warrants Unit.

North Little Rock Arrest Records Fees and Methods

NLRPD Records charges reproduction fees in line with the FOIA. Costs vary by report type. Accident reports carry a small fee. Incident and arrest reports may be free for the immediate subject but carry a copy charge for third parties. Email requests are accepted through the FOIA portal. In-person pickup is also available during business hours.

For a certified copy, add a small fee. Certified copies carry the department seal and are needed for out-of-state or federal agency purposes. Walk-ins during records hours are the fastest path. Mail requests take longer but work when you can't visit in person.

Pulaski County Jail for North Little Rock Arrests

Adults arrested by NLRPD are booked into the Pulaski County Regional Detention Facility at 3201 West Roosevelt Road, Little Rock, AR 72204. The facility phone is 501-340-7001. It holds more than 1,200 detainees on a typical day. Opened in 1994, it's the largest county lockup in Arkansas.

Use the online roster to search by name. The Pulaski County Sheriff's Office at pcso.org also hosts current booking info. For the court record that follows, search Arkansas CourtConnect by name or case number. For more on the county side, see our Pulaski County arrest records page.

FOIA Rules for North Little Rock Arrest Records

The Arkansas FOIA at Ark. Code Ann. § 25-19-101 et seq. says arrest records and incident reports are public. Agencies have three business days to respond. Fees cannot exceed actual reproduction cost. The NLRPD Records Section at 501-771-7119 or Media Relations at 501-771-7109 is the right place to file a written request. Include the subject's name, the approximate date, and your contact info.

Some records are held back. Active investigation files, undercover officer identities, personnel files, and juvenile records under Ark. Code Ann. § 9-27-309 are exempt. Sealed records under Ark. Code Ann. § 16-90-1401 also will not be released. The Arkansas Attorney General at arkansasag.gov publishes the FOIA Handbook and opinions on sealed record access.

Statewide Arrest Records Tools

For a broader check, use the Arkansas Criminal History (ARCH) System. ARCH was established under Ark. Code Ann. § 12-12-1501 et seq. The fee is $24.00. Results return Arkansas felony and misdemeanor convictions, open felony arrests less than three years old, and sex offender status. ARCH uses fingerprint-backed data from ACIC, which means it's more accurate than name-only searches.

Use the ADC Inmate Search to find a North Little Rock subject who has been moved to state prison. Use Arkansas VINE at 1-800-510-0415 to sign up for custody alerts. The Arkansas Sex Offender Registry posts levels 3 and 4 by map. Under Ark. Code Ann. § 12-12-903, the registry uses four risk levels.

Under Ark. Code Ann. § 12-12-1013, anyone can challenge their own ACIC record at no cost through fingerprint comparison. Call 501-682-2222 to start that process.

Nearby Cities

North Little Rock borders Little Rock and sits near several other Pulaski County and Saline County cities.