Temporary Docket Procedures

While attempting to balance the need to return to normal operations against the safety of litigants and court personnel, we have developed temporary transitional processes for the various case types.  These processes, as modified from time to time based upon experience, will remain in place until normal operations can be implemented.  Please check this page frequently to keep abreast of the current processes. We welcome input from litigants as we go forward. 

Telephonic Appearances

During the COVID-19 pandemic, telephonic appearances are encouraged.  At the time of your hearing, you should call into the Courtroom assigned to your case.  Please mute your telephone and remain on the line until your case is called.  The telephone number, meeting number and access code for each courtroom is below.

If your telephone plays music while on hold, do not place the call on hold unless you disable that feature.

In addition, do not conference with your clients or the opposing party before you call the conference number.  All participants must separately call the conferencing numbers.  Otherwise, sound quality is greatly diminished.

Benton and Franklin Counties Domestic Relations Matters

Benton and Franklin Counties Dependency and Termination Matters

Benton and Franklin Counties Criminal Matters

Benton and Franklin Counties Civil (Non-DVP) and Guardianship/Probate Matters