Courts and Community

Teen Court is an educational opportunity for young people interested in the field of criminal justice. High school students who are part of teen court hear real cases of offenses committed by other teens.

Former Arkansas Supreme Court Chief Justice Joseph Morrison Hill of Fort Smith was dedicated to helping provide treatment for Arkansans battling tuberculosis. He suffered from the highly-infectious disease during his term

Judge Andree Layton Roaf (1941–2009) was the first African-American woman to serve on the Arkansas Supreme Court.

James Monroe McHaney was an Arkansas lawyer who played a key role in the prosecution of doctors who participated in the Holocaust during World War II. 

In our country, we have both federal courts and state courts. But what's the difference? 

Throughout its history, Arkansas has been governed by five constitutions. Do you know how many amendments have been added to the current Arkansas Constitution? 

Why is the word JUSTICE spelled JVSTICE on the front of the Justice Building in Little Rock? 

We remember the life of the first elected black municipal judge in America, who was from Arkansas.

When the Arkansas Supreme Court hears oral arguments, anyone can watch through our live stream. The proceedings are also archived and can be viewed at a later date.

As our nation becomes more and more diverse, the need for court interpreters continues to grow.