Domestic violence safety and housing help in Arkansas
The short answer
If you are in danger, call 911. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1 800 799 7233, or text START to 88788. Every Arkansas shelter has its own hotline, listed by county.
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Hotlines and shelters
The Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence lists every domestic violence shelter in Arkansas by city and county, with its hotline and office number. The National Domestic Violence Hotline answers any time.
Official pages: domesticpeace.com/shelters, thehotline.org
Order of protection
The Arkansas courts say you can ask for an order of protection by getting the petition and affidavit forms at your circuit clerk's office. There is no charge to file. Advocates at many shelters can help you fill out the forms. For no cost legal help, call 1 800 952 9243 or 1 800 950 5817.
Official pages: arcourts.gov/administration/domestic-violence-forms, a.arlawhelp.org/landlord-tenant/unlawful-detainer-evictions
Your housing rights
Under the federal Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), people in many HUD assisted homes can't be denied or evicted because they are survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault or stalking.
Official page: hud.gov/vawa
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Sources last checked October 27, 2026. If something has changed, please tell us so we can fix it.
Nothing here is a promise of a bed, money or a spot in any program. Each place decides who it can serve. You choose what feels right for you.