Russellville Criminal Defense Lawyer Serving All of Pope County

Cody Bassham has handled more than 3,000 cases in Pope County, in Pope County District Court and Pope County Circuit Court. If you have been charged with a crime or cited for a traffic offense in Russellville, Atkins, Dover, London, or Pottsville, you want a lawyer who already knows the courtrooms, the clerks, and how cases move through the system here.
Call 501-459-9500 to talk about your case.
Pope County District Courts
Pope County District Court hears misdemeanors, traffic tickets, DWI cases, first appearances and preliminary matters in felony cases, and small civil claims. The court is presided over by District Judge Deidre Luker and holds court in five departments across the county:

• Russellville Department: 1506 East 2nd Street, Suite 2, Russellville, AR 72801. Phone 479-968-1393.

• Atkins Department: 305 East Main Street, Atkins, AR 72823. Phone 479-641-1811.

• Dover Department: P.O. Box 258, Dover, AR 72837. Phone 479-331-3270.

• London Department: 10460 U.S. Highway 64 West, London, AR 72847. Phone 479-293-4115.

• Pottsville Department: 173 East Ash Street, Pottsville, AR 72858. Phone 479-567-5666.

Which department hears your case usually depends on where the offense happened and which agency wrote the ticket or made the arrest. Court dates in the smaller departments may come only once a month, so a missed date can mean a long wait or a warrant. Check your citation or call the clerk to confirm your date and location.
Pope County Circuit Court
Felony cases are prosecuted in Pope County Circuit Court, at the Pope County Courthouse, 100 West Main Street, Russellville, AR 72801 (phone 479-968-7499). Appeals from district court are also heard there.
Cases we handle in Pope County

• DWI and BWI

• Drug possession and distribution charges

• Theft, shoplifting, and property crimes

• Domestic battery and assault

• Driving on a suspended license and other traffic offenses

• Felony charges in circuit court

• Juvenile cases

• Probation and parole violations

• Record sealing for misdemeanors and felonies

Why local experience matters
Every court has its own way of doing things: how dockets are called, what the prosecutor expects before making an offer, which programs are available instead of a conviction, and how long each step really takes. After more than 3,000 Pope County cases, we know how the system works here, and we use that knowledge to protect your record, your license, and your freedom.
Frequently asked questions
Which Pope County court will my case be in?
Misdemeanors and traffic cases are usually heard in the district court department for the town where the offense occurred. Felonies are filed in Pope County Circuit Court in Russellville. Your citation or bond paperwork should list your court and first date.
Do I have to go to court?
In most criminal cases, yes, and missing a date can lead to a warrant and a suspended license. In some cases a lawyer can appear for you or get your date moved. Call us before your court date so we can tell you what to expect.
I don't live in Pope County. Can you still help?
Yes. If you were charged while passing through on Interstate 40, or you live outside the county, we can often handle much of the case without you making repeated trips to Russellville.
Talk to a Pope County defense lawyer today
Bassham Law Firm PLLC represents clients in Russellville and throughout Pope County from our office at 700 S. German Lane, Suite 104, Conway, AR 72033. Call 501-459-9500 to schedule a consultation.
Court addresses and phone numbers are provided for convenience; confirm your court date and location with the court clerk. This page is general information, not legal advice.