Garvin County Court Records

Garvin County court records are official documents specifying the details of cases the District and Municipal Courts hear. These records are public to maintain the integrity and openness of the legal system. They provide vital information for lawyers, judges, scholars, and the general public by acting as a permanent archive of events in both civil and criminal cases. Generally, Garvin County court records comprise the case parties’ names, attorneys’ names, case entries, calendar events, case type, filing date, case number, and offense.

Are Court Records Public in Garvin County?

Yes, the Oklahoma Open Records Act makes most of Garvin County's court records available to the public. The Garvin County Clerk's Office makes these records accessible to requesters online and in person during business hours. However, members of the public might be restricted from viewing or obtaining some court records because they are confidential under the Act. Such confidential court records can only be viewed or copied by the subject of record, their legal representatives, and anyone with a court order. They include:

• Juvenile court records
• Adoption records
• Mental health & protective orders
• Attorney-client privilege records

Garvin County Court Records Search

Garvin County residents can find court records online or in person at the District Court. Requesters can use the Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) or theOn Demand Court Records (ODCR) to conduct court record searches online. They need a party name, case number, or date range to locate their desired records. In-person requesters should visit the courthouse from Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., to obtain copies of Garvin County court records.

Garvin County Courts

Garvin County's judicial system comprises the District and Municipal Courts. The District Court handles a broad spectrum of civil and criminal cases, while Municipal Courts address local ordinance violations and minor offenses. Below are the addresses of the courts in Garvin County:

Garvin County District Court
201 West Grant Street
St. Paul’s Valley, OK 73075
Phone: (405) 238-5596

Elmore City Municipal Court
106 South Main Street
P.O. Box 99
Elmore City, OK 73433
Phone: (580) 788-2345
Fax: (580) 788-2346

Lindsay Municipal Court
312 South Main Street
P.O. Box 708
Lindsay, OK 73052
Phone: (405) 756-2019

Maysville Municipal Court
510 Main Street
P.O. Box 536
Maysville, OK 73057
Phone: (405) 867-5850

Paoli Municipal Court
406 West Davis Street
Paoli, OK 73074
Phone: (405) 484-7844

Pauls Valley Municipal Court
400 West Paul
P.O. Box 778
Pauls Valley, OK 73075
Phone: (405) 238-3308

Stratford Municipal Court
312 South Main Street
P.O. Box 708
Lindsay, OK 73052
Phone: (580) 759-2371

Wynnewood Municipal Court
207 West Robert S.
Kerr Boulevard Wynnewood, OK 73098
Phone: (405) 665-2307

Garvin County Criminal and Civil Records

The Sheriff’s Office maintains Garvin County criminal records, including arrests, warrants, convictions, and jail information. Record seekers can view these records online or in person during business hours. Those seeking Garvin County arrest records online should use the Jail List portal on the Sheriff’s Office website. The portal reveals the arrest information of everyone currently incarcerated in the Garvin County Jail.

Conversely, the Garvin County District Court is the custodian of civil records. Individuals can freely inspect civil records online through the Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) and the On Demand Court Records (ODCR) portals. A search can be conducted by name, number, or date range. Requesters can also visit the courthouse during business hours to obtain copies of court records. The staff will charge a small fee for copying the records.

Garvin County Marriage Records

The Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) and the On Demand Court Records (ODCR) portals provide access to Garvin County marriage records online without charges. On getting to any of these portals, go to the "Court" and select "Garvin" or "Garvin County District Court", then scroll to "Case Type" and select "Marriage License". Afterward, conduct a search by name, case number, or filing date.

Individuals can obtain copies of Garvin County marriage certificates in person at the District Court. The record staff will provide a form that must be completed. The record will be released after the appropriate copying and searching fee is paid.

Garvin County Divorce Records

Garvin County public records include divorce documents accessible at the District Court Clerk’s Office. Customers must visit the courthouse Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., to submit their requests. The Clerk will charge a fee for copies of divorce records. Members of the public can also find Garvin County divorce records on the Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) and the On Demand Court Records (ODCR) portals. They must ensure that they select the appropriate court and case type and enter a name, case number, or filing date in the proper search box to perform the search.

Garvin County Birth Records

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) Division of Vital Records is the custodian of Garvin County birth records. The standard fee for obtaining these records is $15, and an acceptable photo ID must accompany all requests. The fastest way to get birth records is to order them online or by phone through an approved third-party vendor. The processing time is just two business days. Another way to request copies of Garvin County birth certificates from the Division is through the mail. Such orders require completing an Oklahoma Birth Certificate Request Form and sending it alongside the appropriate fees and ID to the mailing address below:

Vital Records Service
Oklahoma State Department of Health
P.O. Box 248964
Oklahoma City, OK 73124-8964
Phone: (405) 426-8880
E-mail: AskVR@health.ok.gov

Garvin County Death Records

Garvin County vital records, like death records, can be retrieved online, by phone, or by mail at the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) Division of Vital Records. The standard fee for copying this record is $15, payable by credit card, money order, or check, depending on the request method. Online and phone orders are handled by an approved third-party vendor who processes requests within two business days. The vendor charges an extra processing fee ($5 for residents and $12.95 for nonresidents). Mail orders are processed within four weeks after the OSDH receives a completed Oklahoma Death Certificate Request Form, an appropriate fee, and ID.

Garvin County Probate Court Records

The Garvin County District Court handles probate records like estates, wills, conservatorships, and guardianships. Residents can view these records for free on the Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) and the On Demand Court Records (ODCR) portals. They will need a name, case number, or filing date to conduct the search. Users should choose the appropriate court and case type to streamline their search. Individuals who cannot find probate records via these portals can visit the courthouse during business hours to submit a request. The records staff will provide a copy of the desired record for a fee.

Garvin County Property Records

The Assessor, Treasurer, and County Clerk’s Offices are the custodians of property records in Garvin County. Inquirers can visit these offices during business hours to obtain copies of property records like deeds, mortgages, liens, property taxes, and easements. The record staff will require basic information about the desired record to conduct the search. Record seekers should be ready to pay a small fee to obtain copies of these records. Property record custodians also have online portals where users can find property information for free. For example, the Garvin County Treasurer uses its Tax Roll Inquiry tool to provide access to property tax information without charges. Users can view this information by name, lot block, township range, street address, property/parcel ID, tax ID/item number, amount, status code, or school district.

Garvin County Court Records Online

An easy way to obtain Garvin County court records online is through third-party websites such as Oklahomacourtrecords.us. Users can use these platforms to search for court records across multiple jurisdictions using a name, case number, or date. Most third-party platforms return basic court information for free, but detailed reports attract a small fee. Although court records searches on third-party sites are convenient, they may contain erroneous information. Therefore, users must always prioritize official government sites over them.