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Desha County Arrest Records

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Desha County, AR Arrest Records

What are Desha County Arrest Statistics?

Desha County had 333 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2017 the arrest rate was 2,389.97 per 100.000 population which is by 223.40% higher than the National average of 739.02 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2017 arrests 18 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Benton and county Cleveland it’s a more dangerous place to live in.

  • 333Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 2,389.97Arrest rate in 2017 per 100.000 population
  • 18Violent crime arrests

Desha County Recent Arrest Trends

Currently, the most popular arrest in Desha is larceny/theft - 45 arrests followed by burglary - 35 and aggravated assault - 14 arrests.

  • 45Larceny/Theft
  • 35Burglary
  • 14Aggravated Assault

Violent Crime Arrests vs. Non-Violent

Violent crime in Desha County is considered rape and sexual assault, robbery, and assault. For the recent years the violent crime rate has decreased along with the non-violent crime rate. Compared to the national average of - 100.65 per 100.000 people the overall violent crime rate for the county is by 323.20% higher.

Desha County Crime Rate from 2005-2017

Desha County Arrest and Criminal Records by Age

Most of the county arrests fall into 21-30 age group whereas the least arrests are seen between people who are 10-20 years old.

Desha County Crime Rate by Age Groups

Desha County Police Records

Police records exist in different types of law enforcement agencies and in many forms. In most cases, Desha county police reports may be found from the local county Sheriff’s Office. You can appear in person and request copies as county police records are available to the general public per the state laws and the Freedom of Information Act. These records may include Desha county police reports, Desha county bookings and even mugshots. These records are related to when someone is arrested, booked, and jailed. First, they are questioned, and basic information is taken while officers fills out the report. Then they takes mugshots of the suspect, and they are put in a jail cell until they can make bail the fees. Some counties may charge a fee for a copy of police records. You may have to visit in person and may need to have the following information for them to find your file:

  • Date and time of the occurrence
  • The location of the incident
  • Name(s) of those involved
  • Officer’s name and rank
  • Case number

This will help the officer find the documents you need.

Desha county police records can provide a lot of information about a suspect. A good example of police record might be a traffic accident report. Some records are available to the public after a waiting period, such as 60-days.

Sometimes you can order copies of Desha county police records by mail. Contact your local county Sheriff’s Office to inquire about forms and the fees.

Desha County Mugshots

Desha County mugshots have been used since the 1800s, shortly after the invention of photography. Then in 1888, a French police officer Alphonse Bertillon standardized the process and made it the norm. Groups of these mugshots are kept in a “mug book” to help witnesses and victims identify criminals.

Desha county mugshots are the photographs taken of suspects upon arrest. Local police, Sheriff’s Offices, and other law enforcement agencies take them. Typically , the subject is photographed from the front (full-face view) and then the side (profile view). These Desha county mugshots are filed with the person’s criminal record and police reports. They are used by victims, witnesses, and investigators to identify criminals guys.

Additionally , when a judge issues an Desha county arrest warrant for other purposes , and the person does not show up in court, these mugshots are used to help find the suspect.

Mugshots are readily available online as they are public records. Information brokers portals offer mugshots with other types of public records such as criminal records, arrest records and other court cases.

Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Sex Offenders

Police and arrest records will also contain on felonies, misdemeanors, and sex offenders. Since everything is computerized available and connected, any past incidents will show up as well.

Desha County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Desha county, Arkansas with a total number of 0 employees - female, male officers and civilians. Desha County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is AR0210000, it belongs to the West South Central division in the South region with a region code of Region III.

  • Agency Name: Desha County Sheriff's Office
  • State: Arkansas
  • City: Arkansas City
  • Type: County
  • Address: 604 President St
  • Phone Number: (870)877-2327

Police Departments in Desha County

DepartmentAddressPhone
Dumas Police Department149 E. Waterman870-382-5511

Desha County, AR Jail and Inmate Records

DESHA County has 24 jails with an average daily population of 511 inmates with a total of 24 jail population. When breaking down the DESHA County jail population by gender, females are a minority compared to male prisoners and make 8% with 2 female and 23 male inmates.

  • 24Jails
  • 24Prisoners
  • 311 %Jail Rate

How Does Desha County Inmate Search Work?

Desha County inmate records are public records that anyone can review easily. The Freedom of Information Act governs the availability of regarding Desha county inmate records which provide a lot of useful information about a person.

Desha County Booking

Desha county bookings are also helpful when looking for information on whether or not someone has been arrested. When a suspect is arrested, the officer fills out forms and then holds them in a jail , which essentially becomes their Desha county booking record. It may also include things like fingerprints, mugshots , physical details, their name, and address, arresting officer , the details of the crime, the location, and any vehicles that were involved. The general public has the right to review a copy of someone’s Desha county booking records without any type of permission .

Desha County Jail

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