Independence County Certificate of Trust Form
Last validated August 20, 2026 by our Forms Development TeamFormatted for recording in Independence County, for property anywhere in the county: rural and unincorporated areas as well as Batesville, Charlotte, Cord, Cushman, Desha, Floral, Locust Grove, Magness and 7 more.
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Independence County Certificate of Trust Form
Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Independence County Certificate of Trust Guide
Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Independence County Completed Example of the Certificate of Trust Document
Example of a properly completed form for reference.
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Where to Record Your Documents
Independence County Circuit Clerk
Batesville, Arkansas 72501
Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm M-F
Phone: (870) 793-8833
Recording Tips for Independence County:
- Bring your driver's license or state-issued photo ID
- Ensure all signatures are in blue or black ink
- White-out or correction fluid may cause rejection
- Ask about their eRecording option for future transactions
- Avoid the last business day of the month when possible
Cities and Jurisdictions in Independence County
Properties in any of these areas use Independence County forms:
- Batesville
- Charlotte
- Cord
- Cushman
- Desha
- Floral
- Locust Grove
- Magness
- Newark
- Oil Trough
- Pleasant Plains
- Rosie
- Salado
- Sulphur Rock
- Thida
Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Independence County
How do I get my forms?
Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Independence County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.
Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Independence County?
Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Independence County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.
Can I reuse these forms?
Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Independence County you only need to order once.
What do I need to use these forms?
The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. The free Adobe Acrobat Reader is recommended, and most PDF apps also work. You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.
How much does it cost to record in Independence County?
Recording fees in Independence County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (870) 793-8833 for current fees.
Questions answered? Let's get started!
Under A.C.A. 28-73-1013, a trustee can furnish a certification of trust in lieu of the trust instrument to prove his or her authority to act on behalf of an established trust.
The certification is an official document a recipient can rely upon, and assume without inquiry the existence of the facts contained within (28-73-1013(f)(1)). The document contains only information about the trust deemed relevant to the immediate transaction for which it is requested. The recipient has the right to request excerpts from the trust document containing the information presented in the certificate, but this opens the recipient to certain liabilities (e),(h).
The certification includes basic information such as the name, date, and type (revocable or irrevocable) of the subject trust, and verifies that the trust has not been revoked, modified, or amended in any manner that would cause the representations contained in the certification of trust to be incorrect (c). It discloses the identities of the trust's settlor and all acting trustees, but maintains the confidentiality of anyone having a beneficial interest in the trust. The powers of the trustee relevant to the conveyance of trust property are enumerated, as well as any requirements for authenticating documents in the case that there are multiple trustees. Finally, the certificate establishes the name by which a trust will vest title to real property.
As with all documents relating to real estate, the certification should contain a legal description of the subject property. This is the same legal description found on the deed conveying the property into the trust. The certification of trust is signed by any trustee in front of a notary public before it is recorded in the county in which the subject property is situated.
Each case is unique, so contact an attorney with any questions regarding certifications of trust or for complex situations.
(Arkansas Certificate of Trust Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)
Important: Your property must be located in Independence County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the county recording office listed above.
This Certificate of Trust meets all recording requirements specific to Independence County.
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The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Independence County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.
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