Teton County Court Records

Teton County court records document legal prosecutions within the District, Circuit, and Municipal Courts in Teton County. These documents play a vital role in the administration of justice by providing evidence of equity, accountability, and fairness within the county's Judicial system.

Generally, court records (including those of Teton County) provide information about case filings, prosecution, and judgments on civil and criminal cases. Typically, a court record contains, but is not limited to, information such as:

• Case number
• Names of the defendant, plaintiff, and attorneys
• Filing date
• Pleadings
• Motions
• Exhibits
• Orders
• Subpoenas
• Case type
• Court name and location
• Judgments.

Teton County court records are available through the Teton County District or Circuit Court Clerk's Offices. These records may include Teton County arrest records (typically included in criminal case files).

Are Court Records Public in Teton County?

Yes, Teton County court records are public. Wyoming Statutes §§ 16-4-201 to 16-4-205 (Wyoming Public Records Act) grants interested individuals the right to inspect and make copies of government documents (including Teton County court records) if there are no legal restrictions.

However, while most Teton County court records are publicly accessible, the Wyoming Public Records Act does not confer all-encompassing access. For instance, there is an exemption to public access to Teton County court records relating to juveniles, adoption and paternity, mental health and involuntary commitments, and sealed or expunged records.

Teton County Court Records Search

Individuals searching for Teton County court records can do so offline through the Teton County Clerk of the District Court Office or the Teton County Clerk of Circuit Court Clerk's Office. There is no comprehensive online access to Teton County court records.

Teton County Courts

The court system in Teton County comprises the District, Circuit, and Municipal Courts. In Teton County, the District Court is the apex county-level judicial institution. The Teton County District Court is a general jurisdiction court with authority over civil and criminal cases. However, it only handles cases beyond the authority of the Circuit and Municipal Courts. The Circuit and Municipal Courts in Teton County have varying authorities for case trials within the county.

The public can contact the Teton County courts using the information below:

Teton County District Court
Teton County Courthouse
180 South King Street,
P.O. Box 4460,
Jackson,
WY 83001
Phone: (307) 733-2533
Fax: (307) 734-1562

Teton County Circuit Court
Teton County Courthouse
180 South King Street,
P.O. Box 2906,
Jackson,
WY 83001
Phone: (307) 733-7713
Fax: (307) 733-8694
Email: ccjac@courts.state.wy.us

Jackson Municipal Court
150 East Pearl Avenue,
P.O. Box 1687,
Jackson,
WY 83001
Phone: (307) 733-3932 ext. 1165
Fax: (307) 739-0919

Teton County Criminal and Civil Records

Depending on the specific case records and court, Teton County criminal and civil case records are accessible through the Clerk of the District Court's Office or the Circuit Court Clerk's Office. Record seekers can access Teton County criminal and civil court records through Public Access Systems at the Teton County Courthouse. For mail or walk-in access to Teton County criminal or civil court records, mail or visit the Teton County District Court or Circuit Court Clerk Offices at the following addresses:

Teton County District Court Clerk's Office
180 S King Street
2nd Floor,
P.O. Box 4460,
Jackson,
WY 83001
Phone: (307) 733-2533
Fax: (307) 734-1562

Teton County Circuit Court Clerk's Office
180 South King Street,
P.O. Box 2906,
Jackson,
WY 83001
Phone: (307) 733-7713
Fax: (307) 733-8694
Email: ccjac@courts.state.wy.us.

Teton County Marriage Records

Teton County marriage information is public information, including the couples' names and marriage dates. However, access to certified copies of Teton County marriage certificates is limited to the named spouses, their immediate families, and individuals with court authorization.

Individuals seeking copies of Teton County marriage certificates should send a Public Information Request through mail, email, or in-person visits to the Teton County Clerk's Office at:

200 S Willow Street,
Jackson,
WY 83001
Phone: (307) 733-4430
Fax: (307) 739-8681
Email: mmurphy@tetoncountywy.gov

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 1727,
Jackson,
WY 83001-1727.

Teton County Divorce Records

Under the Wyoming Public Records Act, basic information about Teton County divorce proceedings, including the names of the divorced parties, case numbers, and filing dates, is publicly accessible as part of court records. However, access to certified copies of divorce decrees is limited to the owners of the records, their immediate family members, authorized legal representatives, and persons with legitimate and tangible interests. Furthermore, the public cannot access sealed divorce records.

Inquirers seeking access to Teton County divorce records should contact the Teton County Clerk of the District Court Office at:

200 S. Willow Street,
Jackson,
WY 83001
Phone: (307) 733-2533

For certified copies of Teton County divorce records from 1941 to the present, log into the Wyoming Department of Health Vital Statistics Services webpage and order them through the Online Certificate Ordering Portal. Alternatively, send a mail request along with the necessary information and a check/money order for $25.00 (to cover applicable costs) to:

Vital Statistics Services
2300 Capitol Avenue,
Hathaway Building,
Cheyenne,
WY 82002
Phone: (307) 777-7591

For Teton County divorce records older than 50 years:

• Log in to the Wyoming State Archives Divorce Records webpage
• Call (307) 777-7826 or Fax: (307) 777-7044.

Teton Birth Records

Teton County birth records are confidential for the first 100 years after birth. During this period, access is limited to the individuals named on the documents (if they are 18 years or older), parents or legal guardians of the subjects, authorized legal representatives, and persons with Court orders.

Teton County birth certificates are essential legal identity documents for accessing Social Security benefits, applying for passports, enrolling in schools, and obtaining driver's licenses. Beyond identification, these documents are crucial for inheritance, estate settlement, and demographic analysis.

Teton County birth records are accessible through the Wyoming Department of Health's Vital Statistics Services (WDH-VSS). Individuals seeking access to Teton County birth records should log into the Wyoming Vital Records Portal. Requesters can also visit or send mail requests with photocopies of valid government-issued photo identification and checks/money orders (a copy of birth record costs $25.00) to:

Vital Statistics Services
2300 Capitol Avenue, Hathaway Building,
Cheyenne,
WY 82002.

For Teton County birth records older than 100 years:

• Visit the Wyoming State Archives
• Call (307) 777-7826
• Fax: (307) 777-7044.

Teton Death Records

Teton County death records are confidential for the first 50 years after the death of the subject. During this period, only immediate family members, authorized legal representatives, and individuals with judicial orders can access Teton County death records.

Death records serve legal and historical purposes; they are official confirmation of the demise of an individual and are essential for:

• Inheritance and probate
• Life insurance claims
• Epidemiological and public health research
• Mortality analysis
• Obtaining pension and survivor benefits.

Access to Teton County death records is through the Wyoming Department of Health's Vital Statistics Services (WDH-VSS) office. Individuals seeking access to Teton County death records should mail or visit the WDH-VSS between 8.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m., Mondays through Fridays at:

Vital Statistics Services
2300 Capitol Avenue,
Hathaway Building,
Cheyenne,
WY 82002.

Teton County death records older than 50 years are accessible through the Wyoming State Archives. Interested individuals should call (307) 777-7826 or Fax: (307) 777-7044.

Teton County Probate Court Records

Teton County probate records relate to probate cases within the Teton County District Court. These documents include case files on Will contests, guardianships, escheats, conservatorships, intestate succession, and trust administration.

Access to Teton County probate records is through the Teton County Clerk of the District Court. Inquirers seeking copies of Teton County probate records should call the District Court Clerk's Office at (307) 733-2533 or visit or mail them at:

200 S. Willow Street,
Jackson,
WY 83001.

Teton County Property Records

Teton County property records are documents on real estate ownership and transactions within the county. Such property-related documents include, but are not limited to:

• Deeds
• Parcel numbers
• Building permits
• Zoning information
• Property sales histories
• Plat Maps
• Liens and encumbrances
• Property tax records.

Depending on the type of documents, Teton County property records are accessible online through the following portals:

• Land records - Teton County Land Records Search Portal
• Visual property data, including parcel boundaries, zoning information, ownership details, tax records, and building footprints - Teton County GIS Hub
• Property tax payment history and details - Teton County Tax Payment Search Portal

Individuals seeking access to property deeds, mortgages, liens, covenants, and notary bonds should contact the Teton County Clerk's Office at:

200 S. Willow Street,
P.O. Box 1727,
Jackson,
WY 83001.

For documents relating to property valuation and assessment, contact the Teton County Assessor's Office at:

Teton County Administration Building
200 S Willow Street,
P.O. Box 583,
Jackson,
WY 83001
Phone: (307) 733-4960
Fax: (307) 732-8444

For building permits and other documents related to land parcels, contact the Teton County Planning & Building Records Office at:

200 S Willow Street,
Jackson,
WY 83001
Phone: (307) 732-8200
Fax: (307) 739-8681

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 1727,
Jackson,
WY 83001-1727.

Teton County Court Records Online

Information seekers can use third-party websites as alternatives for accessing Teton County court records. Wyomingcourtrecords.us and other private online platforms provide access to documents from various courts across Wyoming. The online repositories offer quick, convenient, and all-around global access to case files from various courts through advanced search tools.
However, despite their advantages, users of these online repositories should be cautious of errors because these platforms are independent and do not guarantee error-free services.