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Benefits, food and cash assistanceCounty contact

Independence DHS county office

County DHS contact for SNAP, Medicaid and TEA application questions. Ask about documents, interviews, notices and appeals.

100 Weaver Avenue, Batesville, AR 72501-7393

870-698-1876 (v)

Published county match: Independence

Published hours: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. Confirm services and hours before traveling.

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Health, WIC and public healthCounty contact

Independence County Health Unit - Batesville

Published services: Community Services, Environmental Health, Family Planning, HIV/Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Immunizations, Maternity, Public Health Preparedness, TB Program, Vital Records, WIC, Women's Health

120 Weaver Ave, Batesville, 72501

(870) 793-8847

Published county match: Independence

Listed as active Health Unit. County identifies the listed unit; it does not establish exclusive residency eligibility. Confirm which services are available at this unit.

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ADH Local Health Units; OBJECTID 37; County field Independence · Source ↗

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Aging, caregivers and transportationRegional contact

White River Area Agency on Aging

Ask about older-adult meals, caregiver support, senior centers, in-home assistance and transportation. Available programs, age criteria and waiting lists vary.

870-612-3000

Published county match: Cleburne, Fulton, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Sharp, Stone, Van Buren, White, Woodruff

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Child support servicesRegional contact

Batesville Child Support Office

Ask about child-support applications, payments, enforcement and an existing agency case. A support office does not replace a custody or divorce court.

1602 Batesville Rd, Batesville, AR 72501

870-251-4333

Published county match: Cleburne, Fulton, Independence, Izard, Stone

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Veterans and military benefitsRegional contact

ADVA district 3 Veteran Service Officer — Ric Bolton

Regional veterans benefits contact and referral when the county officer is unavailable or a position is listed vacant.

870-253-9767

Published county match: Baxter, Clay, Cleburne, Craighead, Crittenden, Cross, Fulton, Greene, Independence, Izard, Jackson, Lawrence, Mississippi, Poinsett, Randolph, Sharp, St. Francis, Stone, White, Woodruff

County matches use the county row’s district number. District 4 spells Hot Spring as Hot Springs; canonical Arkansas county name retained.

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Veterans and military benefitsCounty contact

Independence County Veteran Service Officer

County veterans benefits contact; district 3. Ask about claims assistance, appointments and current accreditation.

(870) 793-8812

Published county match: Independence

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A family member is in immigration custody

Immigration. A family member is in immigration custody Next steps: Use verified official information to identify the detaining authority and case. Locate authorized immigration help and ask about communication and representation. Keep notices and identity information private. Ask qualified counsel about custody-review options and any pending removal proceedings. Documents: Custody notices; Pending court papers; Requested identity or relationship records; Counsel contact log; A private list of agency receipt numbers and pending proceedings Immigration custody, criminal custody and release procedures differ. Do not rely on guaranteed-release offers.

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Someone offered immigration help and I suspect fraud

Immigration. Someone offered immigration help and I suspect fraud Next steps: Verify whether the person is an attorney or authorized accredited representative. Preserve contracts, receipts and submitted documents. Use USCIS scam guidance and contact qualified help about correcting any filing or missed date. Prepare to ask: Is the matter with USCIS, ICE, an immigration court, the Board or a federal court? Documents: Agreement and receipts; Copies of filings; Messages and business details; A private list of agency receipt numbers and pending proceedings A notario title alone does not establish authority to give U.S. immigration legal advice.

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I received immigration court papers

Immigration. I received immigration court papers Next steps: Keep every notice, envelope and immigration case identifier securely. Confirm the court, next hearing and any reporting instructions through official sources. Contact an immigration lawyer or authorized representative using the EOIR provider directory. Prepare to ask: Is the matter with USCIS, ICE, an immigration court, the Board or a federal court? Separate the Notice to Appear from hearing notices and keep the immigration court's instructions together. Use EOIR's official court and case-information routes to verify the actual proceeding rather than assuming an Arkansas county court handles it. Ask authorized counsel about responding to allegations, available relief, filing and service before any hearing. Documents: Hearing notices; Prior immigration decisions; Identity and entry records; A private list of agency receipt numbers and pending proceedings; Complete Notice to Appear and later hearing notices; Prior immigration filings and court orders A referral request does not postpone a hearing. Do not assume state-court case search contains immigration cases.

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Immigration record requests: identity and authority

Immigration record requests: identity and authority Qualifications and requirements: A person requesting their USCIS immigration record must verify identity under the agency process. A request for another person's record requires the applicable consent or authorization; a family relationship alone should not be assumed sufficient. Documents to prepare (confirm what is required): A precise private description of the records needed; Identity verification required by the agency; Written consent or authority where applicable Exceptions and checks: Immigration records are held by different agencies; a USCIS request does not necessarily obtain ICE, CBP or immigration-court records. Questions to ask: Which agency holds the specific record?; Are these your own records or are you acting with valid authority? Next steps: Check the current USCIS records page for the submission method.; Provide the specific description and required verification securely.; Keep the request number and seek separate counsel for pending case deadlines. Limits: A records request is not a benefit application and does not stop a hearing or deadline. Privacy exemptions can limit release. Federal routing applies statewide; required documents are determined by the record-holder.

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I want to ask about asylum or protection

Immigration. I want to ask about asylum or protection Next steps: Prepare a private factual timeline and preserve relevant documents safely. Identify any pending immigration court case or agency application. Consult qualified immigration help promptly about the correct process and applicable deadlines. Prepare to ask: Is the matter with USCIS, ICE, an immigration court, the Board or a federal court? Ask authorized counsel whether the protection request belongs with USCIS, immigration court or another procedural posture. Prepare a private chronology of harm, fear and prior entries without guessing at facts or coaching another person's account. Keep filing deadlines, interview or hearing instructions and translation requirements tied to the actual case papers. Documents: Immigration papers; Relevant incident records; Prior applications; A private list of agency receipt numbers and pending proceedings; Private factual chronology and available corroboration; Prior applications, interview records and court papers Eligibility and time limits require individualized review. Avoid uploading sensitive histories to public tools.

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I need help with a visa, green card or DACA

Immigration. I need help with a visa, green card or DACA Next steps: Identify the exact benefit, current status and any expiry or decision notice. Use official USCIS information and keep all prior applications. Ask qualified immigration help about current availability and risks before filing or traveling. Prepare to ask: Is the matter with USCIS, ICE, an immigration court, the Board or a federal court? Documents: Status and receipt notices; Prior applications; Travel and identity records; A private list of agency receipt numbers and pending proceedings Programs and litigation can change. Verify current instructions directly; no eligibility is determined here.

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Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 (July 2026)

Arkansas driver-license study guide covering road rules, signs, safe-driving responsibilities, testing material, licensing requirements, and selected traffic and vehicle laws. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

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Immigration Law

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Collect immigration records

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UArk Immigration Clinic

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The Landscape of Civil and Criminal Legal Resources for Low-Income Residents in Arkansas · p. 7–8

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Area Agencies on Aging, older-adult legal help, rural seniors, migrant farmworkers, wage theft, safety, and language barriers.

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The Landscape of Civil and Criminal Legal Resources for Low-Income Residents in Arkansas · p. 10–11

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Arkansas County Justices of the Peace Procedures Manual (2022)

Association of Arkansas Counties reference manual describing the duties, responsibilities, procedures, meetings, ordinances, budgeting, and day-to-day work of Arkansas justices of the peace and quorum courts. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

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Arkansas Medical Practices Act: Statutes and Rules (Revised August 2025)

Arkansas State Medical Board compilation of Medical Practices Act statutes and board rules governing physician and practitioner licensing, conduct, discipline, prescribing, telemedicine, hearings, and related medical regulation. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

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Child Protective Services: A Guide for Caseworkers (2018)

Federal Children’s Bureau caseworker guide covering intake, assessment, investigation, safety and risk analysis, family engagement, service planning, placement, reunification, and case closure in child-protection practice. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

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Arkansas Motor Vehicle and Traffic Laws and Highway Commission Regulations (2025 Edition)

Large searchable compilation of Arkansas motor-vehicle and traffic statutes and State Highway Commission regulations, including licensing, registration, equipment, roadway conduct, enforcement, commercial vehicles, and related transportation rules. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

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Arkansas Public Health Law Bench Book

Arkansas public-health-law bench book compiling statutes, emergency authorities, quarantine and isolation law, communicable-disease procedures, judicial considerations, forms, and reference material for courts and public-health agencies. The source database contains 1 indexed record in PDF format; the original file binary is not bundled, so confirm the current official version before relying on it.

BenchbookCommunicable DiseaseCourt Procedure

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Court Continuity of Operations Plan Template

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court administration document “Court Continuity of Operations Plan Template.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Juvenile Delinquency Probation Revocation or Aftercare Violation Disposition Sheet (2019)

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court form “Juvenile Delinquency Probation Revocation or Aftercare Violation Disposition Sheet (2019).” The uploaded source database contains 2 records in DOCX, PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Juvenile Delinquency and EJJ Disposition Sheet (2017)

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court form “Juvenile Delinquency and EJJ Disposition Sheet (2017).” The uploaded source database contains 2 records in DOCX, PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Petition for Appointment of Guardian of the Person and Estate

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court form “Petition for Appointment of Guardian of the Person and Estate.” The uploaded source database contains 1 record in PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Juvenile Delinquency and EJJ Cover Sheet (2026)

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court form “Juvenile Delinquency and EJJ Cover Sheet (2026).” The uploaded source database contains 2 records in DOCX, PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Track biometrics, responses, hearings, renewals, and appeals.

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Juvenile FINS Disposition Sheet (April 2024)

Searchable indexed text and metadata for the Arkansas court form “Juvenile FINS Disposition Sheet (April 2024).” The uploaded source database contains 2 records in DOCX, PDF format. The original document file is not bundled, so verify the current version and any filing requirements with the responsible court or publisher.

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Independence DHS county office

Independence County Health Unit - Batesville

White River Area Agency on Aging

Batesville Child Support Office

ADVA district 3 Veteran Service Officer — Ric Bolton

Independence County Veteran Service Officer

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Arkansas Driver License Study Guide, Volume 1 (July 2026)

Immigration Law

Immigration legal resources pathway

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Collect immigration records

Safe immigration legal help

UArk Immigration Clinic

Elder Law and Farmworker Legal Services

Arkansas County Justices of the Peace Procedures Manual (2022)

Arkansas Medical Practices Act: Statutes and Rules (Revised August 2025)

Child Protective Services: A Guide for Caseworkers (2018)

Arkansas Motor Vehicle and Traffic Laws and Highway Commission Regulations (2025 Edition)

Arkansas Public Health Law Bench Book

Court Continuity of Operations Plan Template

Juvenile Delinquency Probation Revocation or Aftercare Violation Disposition Sheet (2019)

Juvenile Delinquency and EJJ Disposition Sheet (2017)

Petition for Appointment of Guardian of the Person and Estate

Juvenile Delinquency and EJJ Cover Sheet (2026)

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Juvenile FINS Disposition Sheet (April 2024)

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