Press Release: New Courthouse Kiosk Installed at Faulkner County District Court to Expand Access to Legal Resources

Residents of Faulkner County now have a new resource to help them navigate the legal system. A self-service courthouse kiosk has been installed at the Faulkner County District Court in Conway, thanks to a partnership between the Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation, the Administrative Office of the Courts, and the Court Improvement Program.

The kiosk, placed with the support of Clerk Kerry Jones, provides the public with immediate access to court forms, legal information, and digital tools that demystify court procedures. Users can also apply for legal aid, review court records, print documents, and watch plain-language video explainers designed to increase legal understanding.

“This kiosk brings vital legal resources to the community—right where they’re needed most,” said Megan Douglas, Program Coordinator at the Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation. “We’re grateful to Clerk Jones for her support and excited to see how this tool will empower individuals who might otherwise struggle to access the legal system.”

Many kiosk users are navigating the courts without legal representation. These tools offer a lifeline for people facing serious legal issues like eviction, custody disputes, or domestic abuse—especially those who cannot afford an attorney.

The installation in Conway is part of the AR Courthouse Kiosk Program, a statewide initiative aimed at ensuring that every county in Arkansas has at least one public access point for legal help. With over 80 kiosks already installed across the state—and more still being implemented—the program prioritizes accessibility for people who may not have reliable internet or transportation. A handful of counties remain without kiosks, including Marion, Fulton, Little River, Miller, Bradley, Lincoln, Prairie, Pope, Jackson, Greene, Montgomery, and Pike. Installation is currently underway in Poinsett County.

The AR Courthouse Kiosk Program is a collaborative initiative to modernize and expand access to Arkansas’s legal system. The program is a partnership between the Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation, the Court Improvement Program, and the Administrative Office of the Courts. Installing these kiosks has been a long-standing goal of the Court Improvement Program, which focuses on improving outcomes for children and families involved in dependency and neglect cases.

Funding for the kiosks is provided through a federal grant administered by the Administrative Office of the Courts. The Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to funding legal aid for low-income Arkansans and strengthening the administration of justice—oversees implementation and ongoing support for the kiosk network.

Learn more about the Foundation’s mission at www.arkansasjustice.org or explore the kiosk platform directly at www.ARCourtKiosk.org. 

Community members are encouraged to visit the kiosk or share information with those who may need legal support but don’t know where to begin.

This program is a partnership between the Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation, the Court Improvement Program, and the Administrative Office of the Courts.

The Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to funding legal aid for low-income Arkansans and improving the administration of justice. Learn more about the Foundation’s mission at www.arkansasjustice.org or explore the kiosk platform directly at www.ARCourtKiosk.org.