Important Information
Public Gun Range
Miller County has a public gun range available for use at Smith Park.
The Quorum Court sets forth the following rules and regulations.
HOURS OF OPERATION
- The gun range will be open from 08:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the months of October, November, December, January, February, March, and April.
- The gun range will be open from 08:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. during the months of May, June, July, August, and September.
PERMITS
- Permits shall be issued for the use of the Smith Park Gun Range.
- Permits shall be issued for shooters sixteen (16) years of age and older.
- Shooters under the age of sixteen (16) shall not be required to purchase a permit, but must be accompanied at the range by an adult with a permit.
- Permit fees shall be set at $30.00 for Miller County residents and $50.00 for out of County residents.
- Permits are valid for one year from date of purchase.
- Permits may be purchased at the Miller County Sheriff’s Department Dispatch Window after hours and weekends and must be renewed annually.
- Monies generated will be appropriated and budgeted in the Smith Park budget for use in upkeep of the Gun Range.
TARGETS/TARGET HOLDERS
- Targets and target holders are to be furnished by shooters.
- No cans, bottles, or boxes are allowed on the range.
- Shooters will be responsible for clean-up and removal of debris and targets.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
- Alcoholic Beverages will not be permitted at the Smith Park Gun Range.
- No public intoxication will be tolerated at the range.
Laura's Law
Provides crime victims their rights afforded to them by Arkansas’ Victim’s Bill of Rights outlined in Arkansas Victim Rights Act of 1997 and Laura’s Card Act 873.
Laura’s Card
Purpose:
• To provide crime victims their rights afforded to them by Arkansas’ Victim’s Bill of Rights outlined in Arkansas Victim Rights Act of 1997 and Laura’s Card Act 873
• To provide state wide consistency of information concerning victim’s rights provided to victims’ of crime.
• To provide victim rights and information in a clear and concise manner in order to empower victims to make decisions about their safety
Protocol:
Law enforcement agencies responding to crime incidents are required to inform victims in writing of their victim’s rights. Officers MUST inform victims of the availability of services: medical, housing, counseling, financial, social, legal, and emergency services. In addition, officers MUST inform victims about how to obtain orders of protection, how to access public records related to the case, and about the Arkansas Crime Victims Reparations Board (including the address and phone number).
Provides:
• Links to the Arkansas Crime Information Center which contains Arkansas’ Victims’ Bill of Rights and Crime Victims’ Guide to the Arkansas Judicial System.
• Information concerning legal aid and printable protective orders.
• Links to Vine Link notification system.
• Information and a link to the Arkansas Crime Victim’s Reparation Program.
• Links to government agencies where more detailed information on victims’ rights and resources are located
• Space provided for local victims’ services information including available medical, housing, counseling, financial, social, legal, and emergency services
Smart 911
The Miller County Sheriff’s Office E9-1-1 Dispatch Center has available a free service that lets citizens create a Safety Profile for their household that includes any information they want 9-1-1 to have in the event of an emergency.
You can create your “safety profile” now by going to www.smart911.com.
This system could be helpful by providing information to the dispatcher, such as directions to your home.
We can also receive text messages in the event you are unable to speak. You can include information about medical issues or emergency contacts.
To learn more about Smart911 visit www.smart911.com.
Drug Take Back Box
Do you have unwanted, old or expired prescription drugs? You can properly dispose of these medications.
The drug take back box is now located on the backside of Bi-State. An additional drop off location is at the Texarkana Emergency Center located on Cowhorn Creek Rd.
These items are NOT ACCEPTED:
- Ointments, Lotions or Liquids
- Needles/Sharps
- Aerosol Cans
- Inhalers
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Thermometers
- Medication from businesses or clinics
If you have any questions call and make sure your item is accepted.
Items that ARE ACCEPTED:
- Prescriptions, Prescription Patches, Prescription Medications, Prescription Ointments
- Over-the-counter medications
- Vitamins
- Samples
- Medications for pets.
This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
If you have any questions about this please call 870-774-3001
CodeRED
Miller County has implemented the CodeRED® Emergency/Weather Warning Notification System – an ultra high-speed telephone communication service. This system allows us to telephone all or affected areas of the County in case of an emergency or severe weather situation. The CodeRED® Emergency/Weather Warning Notification System delivers customized prerecorded messages directly to homes and businesses, to a person or to an answering machine. In order to be notified via the CodeRED® Emergency/Weather Warning Notification System, your phone number must be included in the telephone database for this system. The database can include business, unlisted, and cell numbers, as well. To assure your phone numbers are included, sign up by clicking the above link. Note: Those of you who have previously signed up for CodeRED® Emergency Notification, you must re-enroll in order to add the CodeRED® Weather Warning option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Incident Reports: Police reports are usually ready within 1 working day and are available for pick up at the Sheriff’s Department Front Desk. If you have any questions regarding a police report you can reach the Front Desk at 870-774-3001 during the hours of 08:00 am through 04:30 pm, Monday through Friday
Accident Reports: Accident Reports are usually ready within 48 hours and are available for pick up at the Sheriff’s Department Front Desk. If you have any questions regarding an accident report you can reach the Sheriff’s Department at 870-774-3001 during the hours of 08:00 am through 04:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
Information can be added to your report by either contacting the original officer who took the report or the detective assigned by calling 870-774-3001.
No. A deputy must make contact with a person making a report, either in person or by phone. If you need to file a police report you should call the non-emergency number at 870-774-3001.
During business hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 04:30 pm you may call the Sheriffs Department at 870-774-3001.
During business hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 04:30 pm you may call the Sheriff’s Department at 870-774-3001.
This is considered a civil matter between you and your roommate, husband or wife. The Sheriff’s Office cannot get involved in these matters. All civil matters are handled through the court. If you fear for your safety while you retrieve some of your property you can call our non-emergency number, 870-774-3001, and request an officer.
File a report with the Miller County Sheriff’s Department.
You may call the Sheriff’s Department at 870-774-3001 and ask if it has been served.
The Miller County Sheriff’s Office does not loan out traps.
No. The unincorporated areas of the county currently do not have a leash law. Each city has different ordinances. Check with the local Police for city ordinance information.
No. Miller County does not trap nuisance wildlife. You may contact Arkansas Game and Fish if you have an alligator or Protected Animal issue.
Information regarding court dates, the price of a ticket, questions regarding the amount of any fine or how to keep a ticket off of your driving record can be obtained by calling the District Court the ticket was assigned. The court’s phone number will be on the ticket.
The Miller County Sheriff’s Department can only tell you about warrants we are responsible for. You can contact the department at 870-774-3001 between the hours of 08:00 am through 04:30 pm, Monday-Friday. After hours you can contact the Communications Center at 870-774-3001.
You can contact the Sheriff’s Department at 870-774-3001
Our address is 2300 East Street, Texarkana, Arkansas 71854-8023. For a map of the area go to our directions page.
Traveling North Bound on 71: The Sheriff’s Department is located ½ mile north of Hwy 245 on the right.
Traveling South Bound on 71: If you are traveling south bound on 71, you will see the Miller County Sheriff’s Department on your left.
You can contact the Sheriff’s Department at 870-774-3001 between the hours of 08:00 am through 04:30 pm, Monday-Friday.
The Sheriff’s Department can not give you a background check on a citizen. They can only give you information on incidents that occurred in the unincorporated areas of the county. The Sheriff’s Department number is 870-774-3001. If you need background checks for other cities you can use the Arkansas State Police Online Criminal Background Check System.
If you have the serial number of the purchased item you can come to the Sheriff’s Department between the hours of 08:00 am through 04:30 pm, Monday-Friday. NOTE: You MUST bring the item with you to the Sheriff’s Office.
The Miller County Detention Center provides fingerprinting services for employment purposes. You must call 870-774-3001 to make an appointment. You will need to provide a photo ID or your Driver’s License.
Sex offenders who live in the unincorporated areas of the county are required by law to register with the Sheriff’s Office. On certain levels of registered sex offenders, the Sheriff’s Office will notify the residents in the neighborhood, which the sex offender lives. You can search for sex offenders by using the links on the home page. If you have any further questions you can contact the Detective Division at 870-774-3001.
Arkansas laws require that a child under six (6) years of age or sixty (60) pounds shall be restrained in a child passenger safety seat properly secured to the vehicle. Any child over six (6) and under fifteen (15) years of age must be secured in a seatbelt.
FOI requests are handled by the Sheriff’s Department at 870-774-3001 between the hours of 08:00 am through 04:30 pm, Monday-Friday.
Detainee records are handled by the Detention Facility and you can contact them at 870-774-3001 between the hours of 08:00 am through 04:30 pm, Monday-Friday.
For questions regarding your driving record, contact Driver Control at 870-773-7826.
You have to speak with a Supervisor by calling 870-774-3001.
No. The unincorporated areas of the county currently do not have a noise ordinance. Each city has different ordinances. Check with the local Police for city ordinance information.
No. Our police cars are not equipped to jump start cars. Usually a wrecker service can provide you with assistance.
Thank you for inquiring about employment with the Miller County Sheriff’s Office. We offer both sworn and non-sworn positions. For more information you can contact us at 870-774-3001.
You have 30 days to tag your vehicle. Your vehicle should be insured immediately after purchase to abide with Arkansas State Laws. If you have further questions regarding your insurance you should contact your insurance company.
At this time the Miller County Sheriff’s Office does not have a ride-a-long program.