Comanche County Court Records

Comanche County court records are official documents that provide an account of legal proceedings. These records typically include pleadings (initial documents filed by parties), transcripts of court proceedings, and judgments (court decisions). According to the Comanche Nation Tribal Court Title 1, court records shall be public except as otherwise provided by law. Consequently, the public may access Comanche County court records with only a few exceptions.

Are Court Records Public in Comanche County?

Yes, Comanche County court records are public. Under the Oklahoma Open Records Act, the public is entitled to access most government records, including court records. However, certain types of records, such as sealed records (ordered by a judge to be kept confidential), juvenile records, and records containing sensitive personal information (e.g., Social Security numbers), may have limitations on their disclosure.

Comanche County Court Records Search

Interested members of the public may perform a Comanche County court records search by querying the county clerk's office in person or via mail. Alternatively, requests for these records may be made via the Comanche County Clerk's website; the office may also be contacted via phone at (580) 355-4017.

Comanche County Court Records Search by Name

To perform a Comanche County court records search by name, inquirers typically have the following options:

In-Person Search

Requesters may perform a court records search by name by querying the clerk's office at:

Comanche County Court Clerk's office
315 SW 5th Street
Suite 504,
Lawton, OK 73501.

Inquirers are typically required to provide the full name of the person you're searching for (first and last name). Additional details like the case type (civil, criminal, etc.) or date range can help narrow the search and expedite the process. Requesters are usually charged a $10.00 record search fee, but additional charges may apply for copying documents, typically $1.50 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page.

Mail Requests

To request a Comanche court record via mail, download the "Request for Copy of Court Record" form from the clerk's website. The form will require information such as the full name of the record holder, any known details about the case, and the requester's contact information. Enclose a cashier's check or money order made payable to "Comanche County Court Clerk" for $10.00 (search fee) and any anticipated copying costs (refer to in-person fees above). Mail the completed form and payment to:

Comanche County Court Clerk
315 SW 5th Street,
Suite 504
Lawton, OK 73501

Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope for the court clerk to return your search results and receipt.

Comanche County Courts

The addresses and contact information of courthouses in Comanche County, Oklahoma, are as follows:

Comanche County District Court
Comanche County Courthouse
315 SW 5th Street,
Suite 504,
Lawton, OK 73501
Phone: (580) 355-4565 (Civil)
Phone: (580) 220-5093 (Small Claims)
Phone: (580) 355-4017 (Criminal)
Fax: (580) 248-5068

Cache Municipal Court
404 West C Avenue,
Cache, OK 73527
Phone: (580) 429-3354 ext. 101

Chattanooga Municipal Court
302 3rd Street,
P.O. Box 165,
Chattanooga, OK 73528
Phone: (580) 597-3390

Elgin Municipal Court
City Hall
8183 State Highway 17,
P.O. Box 310,
Elgin, OK 73538
Phone: (580) 492-5777

Fletcher Municipal Court
423 West Cole Avenue,
Fletcher, OK 73541
Phone: (580) 549-6550

Geronimo Municipal Court
100 West Main Street,
Geronimo, OK 73543
Phone: (580) 353-5511

Indiahoma Municipal Court
P.O. Box 38,
Indiahoma, OK 73552
Phone: (580) 246-3572

Lawton Municipal Court
102 SW 5th Street,
Lawton, OK 73501
Phone: (580) 581-3265
Fax: (580) 581-3325

Medicine Park Municipal Court
Town Hall
154 East Lake Drive,
P.O. Box 231,
Medicine Park, OK 73557
Phone: (580) 529-2825

Sterling Municipal Court
2 North 2nd Avenue,
P.O. Box 277,
Sterling, OK 73567
Phone: (580) 365-4445

Comanche County Criminal Records

Comanche County criminal records are official documents containing Comanche county arrest, charges, convictions, and sentencing details. While these records are available to the public, several limitations or restrictions exist, especially for juvenile records or cases involving sensitive information.

To access criminal records in Comanche County, inquirers may query the Comanche County Sheriff's Office in person or via mail. Requesters will typically need to provide specific information about the individual, such as their full name and date of birth. They will also need to pay all associated fees as specified by the record custodians. Mail or in-person requests may be made to:

Comanche County Sheriff's Office
315 SW 5th St
Suite 504
Lawton, OK 73501

Inquirers may also obtain Comanche County criminal records by querying the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI).

Get Comanche County Civil Court Records

Comanche County civil court records can be accessed by querying the District Court clerk's office.

To obtain these records via mail, prepare a record request application containing details of the record holder's case number, the parties' names, and the filing date. Requests should be addressed to:

Comanche County District Court
315 SW 5th St.
Suite 504
Lawton, OK 73501.

Record searches typically cost $10.00, and for copies, requesters can expect to pay $1.50 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page. Online searches may also be performed via the Comanche County Court Clerk's Website, while mail requests require that the requester do the following:

• Write a letter that includes the full name, date of birth, Social Security number, date of offense, and case number (if known).
• Create a self-addressed, stamped envelope (SASE) to send a copy of your criminal record and the receipt.
• Place the letter, fee, and SASE in an envelope and mail it to the Comanche County Court Clerk. 315 SW 5th Street, Suite 504, Lawton, OK 73501

Comanche County Family Court Records

The Comanche County District Court is tasked with handling the district's family law matters and consequently maintains all related family court records.

A person can obtain a family court record:

• At the presiding courthouse
• With the online search tools on the superior court's website

Comanche County Dissolution of Marriage Records

Comanche County's dissolution of marriage records include all records about a divorce or annulment handled by a local court. These are considered part of family court records and can be obtained at the presiding courthouse or by accessing remote case search systems.

Comanche County Marriage and Divorce Records

Marriage records are maintained by the Comanche County Court Clerk's Office. Individuals can request a copy of a marriage record in person or via mail. Inquirers must provide details such as the individuals' names and the date of the marriage.

The Comanche County Court Clerk's Office also maintains and disseminates divorce records; these include the final decree of divorce as well as other official documents pertaining to marriage dissolution.

Comanche County Birth and Death Records

The Oklahoma Department of Health's Vital Records manages Comanche County birth and death records. These records are made accessible to interested and eligible members of the public per Oklahoma state law. To request these records in person or via mail, contact the office with details of the record of interest and the record holder. Queries should be addressed to:

Oklahoma State Department of Health Vital Records Division
123 Robert S. Kerr Ave.,
Oklahoma City, OK 73102.
Phone: (877) 817-7364

Persons seeking a birth or death certificate will need to furnish the office with information such as the person's full name, date of birth or death, the county where the event occurred (in this case, Comanche County), their relationship to the individual (if applicable), and payment information.

Birth certificates typically cost $15.00 per copy but are restricted for 125 years from the date of birth. Only the individual named on the certificate, immediate family members, or legal representatives can obtain a copy.

On the other hand, death certificates cost $15.00 per copy and are restricted to 75 years from the date of death. Access is granted to immediate family members, legal representatives, or individuals with a direct interest.

Comanche County Probate Court Records

The Comanche County District Court handles probate court cases in Comanche. These cases typically involve administrating a deceased person's estate, distributing assets, repaying debt, and resolving disputes. The cases the probate court hears include estate administration, wills, guardianships, conservatorships, trusts, and claims against the estate. Inquirers may access Comanche County probate court records in person or via mail.

Comanche County Property Records

Comanche County property records can be accessed online and in person through the county Assessor's Office. These records include information on property ownership, valuations, descriptions, transfers, tax information, and land use. The Accessor's office provides a property search tool with which inquirers can search for records using the property owner's name, the parcel number, physical/mailing address, subdivision, and SDR. Mail or in-person requests may be made to:

315 SW 5th St, Suite 301
Lawton, OK 73501
Phone: (580) 355-1052
assessor@comanchecountyok.gov

Comanche County Court Records Online

While Comanche County, Oklahoma, offers various government-managed options for accessing court records, third-party online resources like OklahomaCourtrecords.us offer inquirers a convenient alternative. These platforms aggregate public records from multiple sources, including county court records.

An advantage of a third-party website is that users can conveniently access records remotely. Requesters can also research different jurisdictions simultaneously to find court and other public records that match a name. Third-party websites' search functionalities are also easy to use, with a first and last name being the standard search criterion.

However, users are usually charged for each query, and records found on a third-party site may not be complete or up-to-date. Consequently, users are advised to verify records acquired from a third-party provider with official sources.