Dawson County Court Records

Dawson County, Nebraska, court records typically refer to the documentation recording legal proceedings and cases within the county. They consist of various documents, including motions, rings, evidence, decrees, statements, and other items generated during cases. Other records, such as Dawson County arrest records, may be found as part of criminal court records. These court records may be obtained from record custodians appointed to manage them and respond to requests for access.

Are Court Records Public in Dawson County?

The Nebraska Public Record Law classifies court records as public information. Record seekers may access Dawson County public court records unless the information is specifically exempt from access under the law. Records exempt from access by the public record laws include certain law enforcement and investigation records, records concerning juveniles and minors, personal records, medical records, and records developed from attorney work products.
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Dawson County Court Records Search

The local judiciary in Dawson County maintains copies of court records, and its staff answers public records requests for them. The following are general methods of performing a Dawson County court records search.

• Contact the clerk of courts for the Dawson County District Court or County Court
• Use the online resources provided on the E-services web page maintained by the Nebraska Judicial Branch

Dawson County Courts

The legal system in Nebraska operates several types of courts, including District, County, Juvenile, and Workers' Compensation courts.

Dawson County District Court
700 North Washington Street, Room E,
Lexington, NE 68850
Phone: (308) 324-4261
Fax: (308) 324-9876

County Court of Dawson County
700 North Washington,
Lexington, NE 68850
Phone: (308) 324-5606
Fax: (308) 324-9837

Dawson County Criminal and Civil Records

Interested parties may obtain Dawson County criminal and civil court records by contacting the District and County Courts clerks where the case was heard. These records include motions, rulings, decrees, testimonies, evidence statements, and judgments from criminal felonies, misdemeanors, or civil claims and disputes. Dawson County arrest records may also be part of criminal court records.

Requests may be made in person by visiting the court clerk or mailing a written request to:

Dawson County Courthouse
700 North Washington Street,
Lexington, NE 68850

Record seekers must provide details to locate the record, such as the names of parties involved and case numbers. For further information, record seekers may call the District Clerk at (308) 324-4261 or the County Court at (308) 324-5606.

Dawson County civil and criminal court records may also be found using the JUSTICE court case search system. For fees, record seekers may search for District and County court records online.

Dawson County Marriage Records

In Nebraska, marriage records are typically considered public information open to the public. However, certified copies of a marriage record may only be obtained by eligible parties such as the couple involved or their immediate family.
Dawson County Marriage records may be obtained by contacting the Dawson County Clerk's Office. Record seekers may visit the office in person or mail in a written request to the office at:

Dawson County Clerk
700 N Washington, Room A
Lexington, NE 68850

The requester must provide details of the marriage, such as the couple's names, the location, and the marriage date. If ordering certified copies, requesters must show a government-issued photo ID. Mailed copies of marriage records from the county clerk cost $2 each, while certified copies cost $9 each. For any inquiries, call the county clerk's office at (308) 324-2127.

Dawson County marriage records are also available from the Vital Records Office of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.

Dawson County Divorce Records

Dawson County divorce records are public information open to general access. Record seekers may obtain Dawson County divorce records from the Dawson County District Court where the divorce was heard or the state's Vital Records Office.

Record seekers may visit the district court in person or mail a written request to the office at:

Dawson County District Court
700 North Washington Street
Lexington, SE 68850

Requests should provide enough details to locate the record, including the names of the spouses involved and the date of the divorce. Interested parties with any questions may call the county court clerk at (308) 324-4261.
Dawson County divorce records may also be available online on the Nebraska Judiciary's JUSTICE court case search system.

Dawson Birth Records

Birth records in Nebraska are not considered public records until 50 years after the birth. Only the subject of the record, their immediate family, and legal representatives may obtain birth records before this time has passed. Birth records are important documents required for proof of identity and obtaining other records such as social security, driver's licenses, insurance, and other benefits. Dawson County birth records may be obtained from the Vital Records Office of the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services.

Requests may be made in person, by mail, or online. Record seekers must meet the Proper Purpose requirements and provide acceptable identification for every request. Record seekers must fill out and submit the Birth Certificate Application and submit it in person or by mail to the office at:

Nebraska Vital Records
301 Centennial Mall South, First Floor,
P.O. Box 95065,
Lincoln, NE 68509-5065

Dawson County birth records may also be ordered using the Online Application System operated by the vital records office. Birth records cost $17 per copy. Payment may be made using checks or money orders payable to Vital Records, included in mailed requests. Cash is accepted in person and credit or debit cards are required for online payments.

Dawson Death Records

In Nebraska, only death records older than 50 years are classified as public records accessible by anyone. Only immediate family, their legal representatives, and individuals who may prove a tangible interest may access more recent records. Death records are typcially important during genealogical research or for benefits like life insurance.

Dawson County death records may be obtained from the vital records office of the state Department of Health and Human Services. To request a death record, record seekers must download and fill out the Death Certificate Application Form and submit it to:

Nebraska Vital Records
301 Centennial Mall South, First Floor,
P.O. Box 95065,
Lincoln, NE 68509-5065

Requests must include acceptable proof of identity and the correct fees. Death certificates cost $16 each, payable with a check or money order addressed to the vital records office.
Dawson County death records may also be ordered online via the request system provided by the Nebraska Vital Records Office.

Dawson County Probate Court Records

Dawson County Probate Court records are records of cases involving probate matters such as guardianships, wills, estates, mental commitments, and conservatorships. Record seekers may obtain these records from the Dawson County District Court clerk.

Requests may be made by contacting the clerk's office in person or by mail at:

Dawson County District Court
700 North Washington Street, Room E,
Lexington, NE 68850

For further information about record requests, such as request procedures, processing times, and copy fees, record seekers may call the office at (308) 354-4261 before they request.

Dawson County Probate Court records may also be available online on the JUSTICE court record search system.

Dawson County Property Records

Dawson County property records include records of trusts, liens, mortgages, deeds, and other records of property and transactions involving property in the county. In Dawson County, these records may be obtained from the Dawson County Register of Deeds.

Requests may be made by visiting the register in person or by making a request to their office at:

Dawson County Register of Deeds
700 N. Washington, Room D
Lexington, NE 68850

For further details, record seekers are advised to call the register's office at (308) 324-3471. Dawson County property records may also be available online through the Nebraska Deeds Online website.

Dawson County Court Records Online

Court records are generally accessible using the online resources provided on the E-services web page maintained by the Nebraska Judicial Branch. Alternatively, third-party record websites and their resources, like Nebraskacourtrecords.us, may offer a convenient alternative to accessing public Dawson County court records online. Such websites provide interfaces and search tools where users may check for records using simple search criteria such as names or case numbers. They may also have options for search results to be printed or downloaded using an internet-capable device. However, users of these sites should consider that they have no government affiliation, so the records they provide may be outdated or inaccurate.