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Baxter County government — at a glance

The offices most newcomers actually need, with what each one does and an official link. Addresses and hours change — always verify before showing up for a deadline.

Baxter County Courthouse
1 East 7th Street, Mountain Home, AR 72653

Main county building — most offices below are located here or in adjacent annex buildings. Always verify hours by phone before driving in for a deadline.

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County Clerk

Marriage licenses, voter registration, county records, election filings. Most marriage licenses issued same-day with valid ID.

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Circuit Clerk

Court filings (civil, criminal, probate, domestic relations), real estate records, judgments, and liens.

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Assessor

Real and personal property assessment. Personal property must be assessed between Jan 1 and May 31 each year — miss it and you get a 10% penalty.

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Tax Collector

Property tax payments. Taxes due Oct 15. Online payment available.

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Sheriff

Non-emergency dispatch, jail info, gun permits, civil process. Emergency: 911.

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Revenue Office (DMV / vehicle tags)

Vehicle registration, license plates, driver's license services. Run by the AR Dept of Finance & Administration, not the county. Expect a wait — go early.

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Emergency: 911
Baxter County non-emergency dispatch and after-hours numbers are listed on the sheriff's site.