Eviction in Craighead County (Jonesboro), Arkansas

Where eviction cases are filed in Craighead County (Jonesboro), what it costs, local rent levels and where to get help — with the official court, county and HUD sources.

Quick facts: eviction in Craighead County (Jonesboro)

Eviction court: Craighead County Circuit Court (Circuit Clerk) / Craighead County District Court — Circuit Court (unlawful detainer); District Court (limited civil) Court page
Notice before filing (state law): For a civil unlawful detainer, the landlord must give three days' written notice to vacate before filing. Arkansas rules
HUD Fair Market Rent, 2-bedroom (FY2026): $1,040/month HUD
Renter households: 17,725 (40% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-28

Where eviction cases are filed in Craighead County (Jonesboro)

Eviction cases in Craighead County (Jonesboro) are heard by the Craighead County Circuit Court (Circuit Clerk) / Craighead County District Court (Circuit Court (unlawful detainer); District Court (limited civil)).

Craighead County District Court — Court appearances: 511 S. Union, courtroom 4a; payment window 511 S. Main; mailing 603 S. Madison, Jonesboro, AR 72401; clerk 870-933-4509 / 870-933-4508 / 870-933-4581 · website

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The Craighead County Circuit Clerk is clerk of the circuit court and prepares summons, orders, judgments and writs for civil cases. The county's pages do not state which court hears residential evictions; confirm with the Circuit Clerk or District Court clerk before filing.

The Arkansas eviction process

Arkansas state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Craighead County (Jonesboro):

Landlord gives the tenant three days' written notice to vacate
Landlord files an unlawful detainer complaint with a supporting affidavit; the clerk issues a summons and a Notice of Intention to Issue Writ of Possession
Sheriff or process server serves the tenant
Tenant has 5 days, excluding Sundays and legal holidays, to file a written objection, and a tenant who stays must deposit the rent due into the court registry
If no objection is filed, the clerk, upon order of the court, immediately issues a writ of possession (§ 18-60-307(b) as amended by Act 414 of 2023)
If an objection is filed, a hearing is set; if the landlord shows it is likely to succeed and posts security, a writ of possession issues
The sheriff executes the writ of possession

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Rent in Craighead County (Jonesboro)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Jonesboro, AR HUD Metro FMR Area (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio	$805
1 bedroom	$870
2 bedrooms	$1,040
3 bedrooms	$1,402
4 bedrooms	$1,480

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Craighead County (Jonesboro): $958/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; eviction procedure follows state law. City rules, if any, are on city pages.

Eviction help in Craighead County (Jonesboro)

Free legal help

Legal Aid of Arkansas — Helps eligible clients with evictions and other housing problems; 1-800-952-9243 (1-800-9 LAW AID); online application available.

Tenant and eviction lawyers in Craighead County (Jonesboro)

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Craighead County (Jonesboro)?

Eviction cases in Craighead County (Jonesboro) are filed with the Craighead County Circuit Court (Circuit Clerk) / Craighead County District Court.

Where can I get help with an eviction in Craighead County (Jonesboro)?

Legal Aid of Arkansas.

What is the fair market rent in Craighead County (Jonesboro)?

HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,040 per month (1-bedroom: $870).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.