Benton County Traffic Ticket Records

Benton County traffic ticket records are public documents created when a law enforcement officer issues a citation for a traffic violation anywhere in the county. These records are filed with the District Court in the division where the violation occurred. Benton County has District Court locations in Bentonville, Rogers, Lowell, and Siloam Springs. You can search Benton County traffic ticket records through the Arkansas CourtConnect portal, pay a fine through the e-Traffic system, or contact the Benton County Circuit Clerk's office directly for court records and certified copies.

Traffic Ticket Records in Benton County

Traffic citations in Benton County are handled by the State District Court of Benton County. The court has multiple divisions serving different parts of the county. The Rogers Division is located at 1901 S Dixieland Road, Rogers, AR 72756. The court handles traffic citations, city and county ordinance violations, criminal misdemeanors, civil suits, and small claims. Court hours at the Rogers Division are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The court closes at 4:15 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month for staff meetings. The payment window closes at 4:45 p.m.

For the Rogers Division, contact the Criminal and Traffic department at 479-621-1132, fax 479-621-1136. Civil and Small Claims can be reached at 479-621-1138, fax 479-621-6058. District Judge Honorable Chris Griffin presides over the court. Chief Deputy Court Clerk Adriana Guillen manages the clerk's operations. Court clerks can answer questions about charges, fines, and court dates, but they cannot fill out forms for you, give legal advice, or recommend an attorney.

The Benton County Circuit Clerk office is located at 102 NE A Street, Bentonville, AR 72712. Phone: 479-271-5710. The Circuit Clerk serves as the official custodian of record for all Circuit Court cases and also functions as ex-officio County Recorder. Court records in Benton County are public information with the exception of juvenile records.

The Benton County Circuit Clerk's office maintains permanent records for all Circuit Court proceedings, including domestic cases, civil actions, and criminal felony cases.

The Circuit Clerk handles court records in Benton County and maintains permanent files for all Circuit Court cases, with deputy clerks working alongside probation offices, prosecutors, attorneys, and judges.

Search Benton County Traffic Records Online

Benton County participates in the Arkansas CourtConnect system. You can search for traffic ticket records at Search ARCourts by entering a party's name or case number. The system shows charge details, the judge assigned, case dispositions, scheduled hearings, and any judgments entered. It is free to use and open to anyone. No account is needed.

Most Benton County traffic cases filed after August 1, 2018, are searchable through CourtConnect. For records before that date, contact the relevant District Court clerk directly. The Arkansas Judiciary website is the best place to start if you want to link to CourtConnect, the e-Traffic payment portal, or general court information.

The Rogers Police Department Records Unit at rogersar.gov/339/Records-Unit handles storage, maintenance, and release of criminal and accident reports generated within the Rogers Police Department. Six full-time Police Services Representatives handle administrative duties including processing tickets, answering phones, and taking reports. Staff is available during normal business hours.

The Rogers District Court page shows contact information, court hours, and information about the court's jurisdiction over traffic citations in the Rogers area of Benton County.

The State District Court of Benton County (Rogers Division) handles traffic citations, misdemeanors, civil suits, and small claims for the Rogers area of Benton County, with court hours Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Paying a Traffic Ticket in Benton County

Benton County offers several ways to pay traffic fines. Online payments can be made through the Arkansas e-Traffic payment system. Enter your name and citation number, or name, driver's license number, and date of birth. Visa, Discover, and MasterCard are accepted. A service charge applies. Payments may take up to three business days to post to your account through the online system.

Circuit Court fine payments can be made online at https://myfinepayment.com. By mail, send a money order or cashier's check only. Personal checks are not accepted. Mail to: Benton County Circuit Clerk's Office, Attention Fine Payments, 102 NE "A" ST, Bentonville, AR 72712. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope if you want a receipt mailed back, or request an email receipt in your letter. Required payment information: name on account, case number, and current telephone number. Make checks payable to "Benton County Circuit Clerk" or "BCCC."

In-person payments are accepted at the Benton County Courthouse in downtown Bentonville, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:15 PM. Acceptable payment types: cash, money order, cashier's check, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover. A valid state-issued ID is required for card payments. The name on the ID must match the name on the card. No card payments are accepted after 4:15 PM.

For the e-Traffic Citation Portal, select the court to which your citation is payable, then enter your name and citation number or driver's license information. If the system shows an error, it may mean you are required to appear in court in person. Contact the Rogers Division at 479-621-1132 or the Bentonville Division for guidance.

Types of Traffic Violations in Benton County

Traffic violations in Benton County range from minor equipment issues to serious criminal offenses. The District Court handles civil traffic violations, traffic-related misdemeanors, and ordinance violations. Civil violations are the less serious type and typically carry fines without jail time. Criminal traffic offenses are misdemeanors or felonies and may carry imprisonment.

Moving violations are the most common category of traffic ticket records in Benton County. These occur while the vehicle is in motion: speeding, following too closely, running traffic signals, passing a stopped school bus, reckless driving, driving with a suspended or revoked license, and failure to yield. The court record shows the specific statute, the facts of the stop, and how the case was resolved. Non-moving violations cover registration, equipment, and parking issues and generate a separate case record.

Benton County's rapid growth in recent years has brought higher traffic volumes along Highway 71B, I-49, and other major corridors, which means more traffic enforcement activity and more citation records filed with the District Court each year. The Arkansas Circuit Courts handle felony traffic cases like vehicular homicide or felony DWI when those cases exceed District Court jurisdiction.

Traffic Violation Penalties in Benton County

Arkansas Code § 27-50-306 authorizes additional penalties after a moving traffic violation conviction. The Benton County District Court can suspend your license for up to one year, grant a conditional driving permit with restrictions, require attendance at a driver's training school, or order you to retake the driver's test. The court can also require proof of adequate vision or hearing before you can drive again. These consequences come on top of the fine listed on the ticket.

Benton County District Court also offers defensive driving programs for eligible traffic offenders. Check with the court whether you qualify. Completing a defensive driving program may reduce or remove the violation from your record, depending on the court's rules. If a person under 18 was a passenger during a speeding offense of more than 20 mph over the limit or during reckless driving, the court adds a five-dollar fine that goes to the Arkansas Children's Advocacy Center Fund.

Driving Records vs Benton County Court Records

A traffic ticket record and a driving record are separate documents kept by different agencies. The traffic ticket record is the court case file at the District Court in Benton County. A driving record shows your full license history, violations, suspensions, and points on your license, and it is kept by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, Office of Driver Services.

You can obtain your own driving record through the state's MyDMV online service. Fees run between $8.50 and $13 for uncertified or limited records. Certified records and CDL records cost a bit more. Under Arkansas Code § 27-50-906, access to another person's driving record is restricted to courts, law enforcement, authorized employers, and insurance carriers. Use CourtConnect for the court case side. Use DFA for your personal driving history.

Public Access to Benton County Traffic Records

Benton County traffic ticket records are public under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. The FOIA, under Section 25-19-103, makes all records from the discharge of official duties funded by public money available to anyone who asks. You do not need a reason. You do not need to be a party in the case. The charge, fine, case status, and disposition of any routine traffic ticket are open to the public.

Some records are off-limits. Juvenile records, sealed files, and records restricted under Arkansas Supreme Court Administrative Order 19 are not publicly available. The Circuit Clerk's office notes that court records are public information except for juvenile records. For copies, contact the Benton County Circuit Clerk at 102 NE A Street, Bentonville, or the relevant District Court division. Copy fees vary. The Arkansas Motor Vehicle and Traffic Laws PDF has the full statutory language for any statute cited on your ticket.

Cities in Benton County

Benton County includes several major cities that have dedicated traffic ticket record pages. Select a city to find local court resources and information for that area.

Nearby Arkansas Counties

Benton County is in northwest Arkansas. Select a nearby county for traffic ticket record resources in that area.