Sheridan County, Wyoming Court Records

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    Sheridan County sits in the foothills of the Bighorn Mountains in northern Wyoming. The county seat of Sheridan is home to a multi-tiered court system that handles everything from minor ordinance violations to felony prosecutions and complex estate proceedings. When you need court records here, the office you contact depends on the type of case, which court handled it, and how old the records are.

    If you're not sure where to start, WyomingCourts.us can help you locate publicly available case information for courts across the state, and the Wyoming Judicial Branch website offers a court locator with links to individual court pages. Keep in mind that Wyoming does not currently maintain a single statewide online repository for all trial-level court records, so getting in touch with the relevant clerk's office is often the most reliable approach.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Sheridan County?

    Start by figuring out which court handled the case. The District Court covers felonies, large civil cases, and family law matters. The Circuit Court handles misdemeanors, smaller civil disputes, and small claims. Municipal courts deal with city ordinance and traffic matters within incorporated city limits.

    Once you've identified the right court, here's how to move forward:

    1. Determine the court. Identify whether the case was heard in District Court, Circuit Court, or one of the municipal courts (Sheridan, Dayton, or Ranchester).
    2. Collect basic case information. Have the full names of the parties, an approximate filing date, and a case number if you have one.
    3. Check online resources. The Wyoming Judicial Branch case search provides access to Supreme Court records. For trial court records, contact the appropriate clerk's office directly.
    4. Visit or contact the clerk's office. The Clerk of District Court and the Clerk of Circuit Court both allow walk-in public access. Both offices are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    5. Submit a written records request. For copies, you'll typically need to submit a written request specifying the case and the parties involved, along with applicable fees paid in advance.

    Sheridan County District Court — Clerk of District Court
    Address: 224 South Main Street, Suite B-11, Sheridan, WY 82801
    Phone: (307) 674-2960 | Fax: (307) 674-2589
    Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
    Jury Line: (307) 674-2969

    Sheridan County Circuit Court
    Address: 224 South Main Street, Suite B-7, Sheridan, WY 82801
    Phone: (307) 674-2940 | Fax: (307) 674-2944

    Are Court Records Public in Sheridan County?

    Wyoming law generally treats court records as public documents. The Wyoming Public Records Act (Wyo. Stat. Ann. 16-4-201 through 16-4-205) establishes the public's right to inspect government records, including court files. The Wyoming Rules Governing Access to Case Records, adopted by the Wyoming Supreme Court, set out how courts balance that public access against confidentiality interests — including procedures for sealing records and redacting sensitive information.

    The default presumption is openness, but Wyoming statutes and court rules restrict access to a significant number of record categories. Under Wyo. Stat. Ann. 14-6-203 and related provisions, the following types of records are typically restricted or sealed:

    • Adoption records and confidential intermediary files
    • Juvenile justice proceedings and associated documents
    • Grand jury records
    • Mental health, counseling, and involuntary commitment records
    • Genetic testing and parentage adjudication records
    • Child abuse and neglect information
    • Medical and psychological treatment files
    • Attorney discipline and mediation proceeding records
    • Confidential guardianships, conservatorships, and protective proceedings
    • Crime victim compensation applications
    • Sex offender registration information
    • Criminal history records restricted by statute
    • Pre-sentence investigation and probation counselor reports
    • Juror qualification forms, questionnaires, and contact information

    If you need access to a sealed or restricted record, you'll need to file a written motion with the court explaining why you're entitled to see it. In some cases, a redacted version of a document may be available where only certain portions — rather than the entire file — are restricted by law.

    Sheridan County Criminal Court Records

    Criminal matters in Sheridan County are divided between the District Court and the Circuit Court based on the severity of the offense. Felony cases — including indictments and jury trials — are prosecuted in the 4th Judicial District Court. The Clerk of District Court maintains all permanent records of felony cases, some dating back to the late 1800s, including indictments, informations, verdicts, judgments, and sentencing orders.

    Misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, and preliminary hearings on felony charges are handled by the Sheridan County Circuit Court, which also has jurisdiction over family violence and stalking cases. Citations and ordinance violations within the City of Sheridan go through Sheridan Municipal Court.

    Sheridan Municipal Court
    Address: 55 Grinnell Plaza, P.O. Box 848, Sheridan, WY 82801
    Phone: (307) 672-3188 | Fax: (307) 672-3830
    Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
    Fine payments by Phone: (307) 675-4223

    Dayton Municipal Court
    Address: 608 Broadway, P.O. Box 432, Dayton, WY 82836
    Phone: (307) 655-2217 | Fax: (307) 655-2339

    Ranchester Municipal Court
    Address: 145 Coffeen Street, P.O. Box 695, Ranchester, WY 82839
    Phone: (307) 655-2283 | Fax: (307) 655-3956

    It's worth noting the difference between court records and criminal history records. Arrest records, criminal history summaries, and rap sheets are maintained primarily by law enforcement — not the courts. For that kind of information in Sheridan County, contact the Sheridan County Sheriff's Office:

    Sheridan County Sheriff's Office
    Address: 54 West 13th Street, Sheridan, WY 82801
    Phone: (307) 672-3455 | Fax: (307) 672-7293
    Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
    After-hours dispatch: (307) 672-2413

    Criminal restitution and court-ordered fees tracked through the District Court must be paid by cash or money order — the clerk's office does not accept checks for restitution payments. A record search at the District Court costs $10.00 per search.

    Sheridan County Civil Court Records

    Civil cases in Sheridan County go to one of two courts depending on the dollar amount at issue. The District Court handles all civil matters where damages exceed $50,000, including torts, contract disputes, and judgment enforcement. The Circuit Court takes civil cases involving up to $50,000, along with small claims matters, forcible entry and detainer actions, and landlord-tenant disputes.

    The Clerk of District Court processes civil filings, maintains case files, issues process, records transcripts of judgment, and manages the court registry. Copies of civil records are available in person at Suite B-11 during regular business hours.

    District Court fee schedule for civil matters:

    ServiceFee
    Opening a new or re-opening an existing civil case$160.00
    Six-person jury trial demand$50.00
    Twelve-person jury trial demand$150.00
    Appeal from District Court to Wyoming Supreme Court$100.00 (plus $140.00 Wyoming Supreme Court filing fee)
    Copy fee — first page$1.00
    Copy fee — each additional page$0.50
    Certification surcharge per document$0.50
    Record search$10.00

    Self-represented litigants handling civil matters — including divorce, custody modifications, and name changes — can purchase form packets directly from the clerk's office for $10.00 per packet. Clerk's staff can walk you through procedural steps, but state law prohibits them from giving legal advice. If you need an attorney referral, contact the Wyoming Lawyer Referral Service at (307) 632-9061.

    For small claims and civil actions in the Circuit Court, forms such as the Small Claims Affidavit are available through the Wyoming Judicial Branch Circuit Court page for Sheridan County.

    Municipal court fines can be paid online through the Sheridan Municipal Court online payment portal, in person at City Hall, by mail using a money order, or by phone with a credit card. Personal checks are not accepted for court fines.

    Sheridan County Family Court Records

    Family law matters in Sheridan County are heard exclusively in the 4th Judicial District Court, which handles divorce proceedings, child custody and support determinations, contested parenting plan modifications, paternity cases, adoptions, and children in need of supervision (CHINS) proceedings. The Clerk of District Court maintains permanent records of all these proceedings and can provide certified copies of divorce decrees upon request.

    The filing fee to open a new case — including a dissolution of marriage — is $160.00. Copies of divorce decrees follow the standard copy fee schedule: $1.00 for the first page, $0.50 for each additional page, and $0.50 for certification.

    Marriage licenses are issued by the Sheridan County Clerk and Recorder, not the courts. Here's what you need to know before applying:

    • No appointment is necessary; arrive before 4:00 p.m. to complete the process
    • One applicant and one witness must appear in person with valid photo ID
    • The application fee is $30.00 (cash, check, or credit card; a $2.00 credit card surcharge applies)
    • Blood tests are not required
    • The license is valid for one year from issuance and is only valid for ceremonies performed in Wyoming
    • After the ceremony, the signed license must be returned to the clerk's office within 10 days
    • One certified copy may be obtained within 30 days of the ceremony for $5.00

    The Marriage License Information/Application Sheet is available from the County Clerk's Office at 224 S. Main Street, Suite B-2, Sheridan, WY 82801 (Phone: (307) 674-2500; open Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.).

    Certified copies of marriage and divorce records requested after that initial 30-day window — as well as birth and death certificates — are issued by the Wyoming Department of Health, Vital Statistics Services, not the county. You can submit vital records requests online through the Department of Health website, or by contacting their office at 2300 Capitol Avenue, Hathaway Building, Room 167, Cheyenne, WY 82002. Call (307) 777-6041 for marriage and birth certificate requests, or (307) 777-6943 for death and divorce registrations. The standard fee is $25.00 per certified copy, with additional fees for multiple copies. Wyoming treats birth records as confidential for 100 years and death records for 50 years; during those periods, access is generally limited to the registrant, immediate family members, legal guardians, estate executors, and authorized attorneys.

    Juvenile delinquency and CHINS cases handled by the District Court are not publicly accessible. Records of proceedings involving minors are sealed by operation of Wyoming statute and the Wyoming Rules Governing Access to Case Records, consistent with the longstanding policy of protecting the identities and privacy of individuals under 18.

    Sheridan County Probate Court Records

    Probate matters in Sheridan County are filed in and administered by the 4th Judicial District Court, with the Clerk of District Court maintaining all estate records. The court handles estate administration, will filings, appointment of personal representatives, guardianships for minors and incapacitated adults, and conservatorship proceedings. As an ongoing administrative function, the clerk's office audits guardianship and conservatorship reports.

    The filing fee to open a new probate proceeding — including estates, guardianships, and conservatorships — is $160.00, consistent with the general civil filing fee at the District Court level. Estate records are generally public unless a court order restricts access or the records contain information made confidential by statute, such as certain mental health commitment records that may arise in protective proceedings.

    To request copies of probate documents, contact the Clerk of District Court at (307) 674-2960 or visit Suite B-11 at the Sheridan County Courthouse in person. You'll typically need the decedent's name, the approximate year the estate was filed, and a case number if you have one. Certified copies are available at the standard copy rate: $1.00 for the first page, $0.50 for each additional page, and $0.50 for the certification. Record searches cost $10.00 per search.

    Property records tied to estate transfers — including deeds and other recorded instruments — are maintained by the Sheridan County Clerk and Recorder's office. You can search land records online through iDoc Market or through ArcaSearch, both of which provide remote access to recorded Sheridan County land documents. The Clerk and Recorder also offers a document alert service through iDoc Market that notifies you by email whenever your name appears in a newly recorded land document. For in-person visits, the Clerk and Recorder is located at 224 S. Main Street, Suite B-2, Sheridan, WY 82801, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.