Eviction in Pulaski County (Little Rock), Arkansas

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

Quick facts: eviction in Pulaski County (Little Rock)

Eviction court: Pulaski County Circuit Court (6th Judicial Circuit) - new civil cases filed with the Circuit Clerk's Central Receiving — State circuit court Court page
Filing fee: $165 to initiate any civil action in Pulaski County Circuit Court (applies to unlawful detainer); summons $2.50 each; writ of possession $20. Pulaski Circuit/County Clerk - Court Filings Fee Schedule (May 20, 2019; 'partial list'), A.C.A. 21-6-402, 21-6-403, 21-6-413, 21-6-416
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): $1,147/month HUD
Renter households: 74,143 (43% of households) Census ACS 2020–2024

Last verified against official sources: 2026-10-22

Where eviction cases are filed in Pulaski County (Little Rock)

Eviction cases in Pulaski County (Little Rock) are heard by the Pulaski County Circuit Court (6th Judicial Circuit) - new civil cases filed with the Circuit Clerk's Central Receiving (State circuit court).

Pulaski County Circuit Clerk - Central Receiving, Room 120 — 401 West Markham Street, Little Rock, AR 72201 · website

Court eviction page · E-filing · Search court records · Self-help center

Unlawful detainer cases are filed in Pulaski County Circuit Court (Circuit Clerk's Central Receiving, 501-340-8412; existing cases: Court Clerks 501-340-8431). Under the Sixth Judicial Circuit Case Assignment Plan (effective January 1, 2022, continuing until a new plan is approved; https://arcourts.gov/sites/default/files/files-list/sixth-circuit.pdf), the State District Judges hear unlawful detainer actions referred by the circuit judges, on assigned days in a courtroom in the Pulaski County Courthouse; the 2020 district court case plans (https://arcourts.gov/sites/default/files/Pulaski-County-District-Courts_0.pdf) say the same. The clerk site has no eviction-specific page.

How much it costs to file an eviction in Pulaski County (Little Rock)

$165 to initiate any civil action in Pulaski County Circuit Court (applies to unlawful detainer); summons $2.50 each; writ of possession $20.

From the circuit clerk's official fee schedule PDF (dated May 20, 2019), linked from the clerk's All Fees page (https://pulaskiclerkar.gov/about-us/all-fees/). Filing fees are non-refundable. Sheriff/process-server service costs are not on this schedule.

Source: Pulaski Circuit/County Clerk - Court Filings Fee Schedule (May 20, 2019; 'partial list'), A.C.A. 21-6-402, 21-6-403, 21-6-413, 21-6-416

The Arkansas eviction process

Arkansas state law sets the notice periods and court steps everywhere in the state, including Pulaski County (Little Rock):

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

Full Arkansas eviction rules with sources →

Rent in Pulaski County (Little Rock)

HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rents for the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR HUD Metro FMR Area (the rent levels used for Section 8 vouchers):

Studio	$984
1 bedroom	$989
2 bedrooms	$1,147
3 bedrooms	$1,540
4 bedrooms	$1,822

Source: HUD Fair Market Rent documentation

Median gross rent in Pulaski County (Little Rock): $1,080/month (Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates).

County tenant ordinance

No county-level landlord-tenant ordinance identified; city ordinances (if any) are covered on city pages.

Eviction help in Pulaski County (Little Rock)

Free legal help

Center for Arkansas Legal Services / Legal Aid of Arkansas / Arkansas Free Legal Answers — Listed on the Arkansas Judiciary self-help resources page; Center for Arkansas Legal Services covers central Arkansas.

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Frequently asked questions

Where do I file an eviction in Pulaski County (Little Rock)?

Eviction cases in Pulaski County (Little Rock) are filed with the Pulaski County Circuit Court (6th Judicial Circuit) - new civil cases filed with the Circuit Clerk's Central Receiving.

How much does it cost to file an eviction in Pulaski County (Little Rock)?

$165 to initiate any civil action in Pulaski County Circuit Court (applies to unlawful detainer); summons $2.50 each; writ of possession $20.

Where can I get help with an eviction in Pulaski County (Little Rock)?

Center for Arkansas Legal Services / Legal Aid of Arkansas / Arkansas Free Legal Answers.

What is the fair market rent in Pulaski County (Little Rock)?

HUD's FY2026 Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom unit is $1,147 per month (1-bedroom: $989).

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.