Morton County Court Records

Morton County court records are official documents and files that detail civil, criminal, family, and other legal proceedings handled within Morton County, North Dakota. Under North Dakota law, “court records” encompass any recorded information, regardless of medium, that a North Dakota court maintains or uses in the transaction of public business. This definition aligns with state guidelines, such as North Dakota Supreme Court Administrative Rule 41 and the North Dakota Rules of Court, which set forth public access and record maintenance standards.

The information typically found within Morton County court records may vary by case type:

• Criminal Case Records: Often include complaints, indictments, arraignment records, plea agreements, trial transcripts, sentencing orders, and appeal documents.
• Civil Case Records: These may contain complaints, petitions, motions, evidence exhibits, rulings, judgments, and settlement agreements.
• Family Court Records: Frequently detail matters such as divorce decrees, child custody rulings, child support orders, adoption proceedings, and guardianship cases.
• Probate and Estate Files: These can include wills, estate inventories, and documents regarding the appointment of executors or administrators.

Are Court Records Public in Morton County?

In general, Morton County court records are public under North Dakota law. However, certain records or portions are deemed confidential, sealed, or exempt from disclosure under state statutes or court rules. Examples of information commonly withheld include:

• Juvenile Proceedings: Restricted in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 27-20.4.
• Mental Health Commitment Cases: Protected to ensure patient privacy (N.D.C.C. ch. 25-03.1).
• Financial Account and Identifying Numbers: Such as Social Security numbers and credit card details.
• Adoption Proceedings: Governed by N.D.C.C. § 14-15, which maintains strict confidentiality.
• Documents in Domestic Violence Protection Order Cases: Except for the court’s final ruling, most filings remain confidential.

When in doubt, individuals seeking records can refer to North Dakota Supreme Court Administrative Rule 41, which outlines what can be released and under what conditions.

Morton County Court Records Search

Interested parties can locate Morton County court records through several avenues:

• The North Dakota Courts Records Inquiry website provides a searchable database of public court documents throughout the state. Users can search by case number, party name, or filing date.
• The Morton County Clerk of Court’s Office maintains physical records and process mail requests. Individuals can visit the office to request copies or send a formal written application to the office.
• Some third-party sites aggregate judicial records and provide remote access to these records for a fee. However, the reliability of such platforms vary as they operate independent of official repositories and may not have the most up-to-date or comprehensive data.

Morton County Courts

The addresses and contact information of courthouses in Morton county are as follows:

Morton County District Court
210 2nd Ave NW,
Mandan, ND 58554
Phone: (701) 667-3358
Fax: (701) 667-3474

Flasher Municipal Court
P.O. Box 227,
Flasher, ND 58535
Phone: (701) 597-3127

Hebron Municipal Court
600 Washington,
P.O. Box V,
Hebron, ND 58638
Phone: (701) 878-4487

Mandan Municipal Court
205 2nd Ave NW,
Mandan, ND 58554
Phone: (701) 667-3270
Fax: (701) 667-3223

New Salem Municipal Court
P.O. Box 393,
New Salem, ND 58563
Phone: (701) 843-7828

Morton County Criminal and Civil Records

The North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) serves as the central repository for criminal history records. These records, provided by law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, courts, and probation offices, include arrest and conviction information. Authorized individuals, such as the record subject or agencies permitted by N.D.C.C. § 12-60-24, may request criminal history checks. Requests can be name-based or fingerprint-based.

Civil records include documentation of lawsuits, contract disputes, property litigation, and probate matters. To access these, individuals may:

• Use the North Dakota Courts Records Inquiry for public civil cases.
• Submit a request in person or by mail to the Morton County Clerk of Court. Some records may require a formal request form, applicable fees, and proof of identity.

Sensitive or sealed civil records—often containing personal financial details—may require a court order or special authorization to view.

Morton County Marriage Records

Marriage licenses and certificates for Morton County are filed and maintained by the Morton County Recorder’s Office. Marriage records are considered public records under most circumstances. To obtain a certified marriage certificate, interested persons may query the Recorder’s office at:

Morton County Recorder’s Office
210 2nd Ave NW,
Mandan, ND 58554
Phone: (701) 667-3305

Applicants typically need to provide both spouses’ full names and the date of marriage to process their requests.

Morton County Divorce Records

Divorce decrees and related filings are maintained by the Morton County Clerk of Court. Divorce records, while generally accessible, may have confidential financial or child custody information sealed by the court. To request a divorce record, provide the full names of the parties and the approximate date of the divorce to the Clerk’s office at:

Morton County Clerk of Court
210 2nd Ave NW
Mandan, ND 58554
Phone: (701) 667-3358

Morton County Birth and Death Records

North Dakota’s Division of Vital Records, under the North Dakota Department of Health, maintains official birth and death records for Morton County. These records are not held at the county level. Certified copies can be obtained by making in-person, online or mail requests to the Vital Records Office at:

North Dakota Vital Records Office
600 E Boulevard Ave, Dept. 301
Bismarck, ND 58505
Phone: (701) 328-2360

Fees vary by record type, and state law (N.D.C.C. ch. 23-02.1) restricts access to authorized individuals, such as immediate family members, legal representatives, or those with a court order.

Morton County Probate Court Records

Morton county probate records detail the administration of estates, including wills, distributions of assets, and guardianships. The Morton County Clerk of Court’s Office maintains these files, and interested parties can request these records from the Clerk’s office by making in-person or mail requests. Identifying details—such as the decedent’s full name and approximate date of death—may be required to facilitate the record search. Record seekers will also be required to cover the cost of copying and/or certification.

Morton County Property Records

Property transaction records, including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements, are maintained by the Morton County Recorder’s Office. These records help confirm property ownership, boundaries, and encumbrances. Inquirers may obtain these records by making in-person requests at the county courthouse. In addition, some property information and GIS mapping may be available through Morton County’s official website

Morton County Court Records Online

Several independent, third-party websites like Northdakotacourtrecords.us offer convenient, remote access to Morton County court records, allowing users to search for records across multiple jurisdictions simultaneously. While these platforms can save time and offer flexibility, they may not always have the most current or comprehensive records. Thus, record seekers are advised to verify the accuracy of the information they retrieve by comparing them with those obtained from official government sites.