Sweetwater County Court Records Search

Sweetwater County is Wyoming’s largest county by area and home to two significant population centers — Green River, the county seat, and Rock Springs. Legal proceedings across civil, criminal, domestic relations, probate, and municipal matters generate court records maintained by several court offices operating within the county. These records document the full history of a case, from initial filings through final judgments, and serve as the official archive of judicial actions taken within Sweetwater County, Wyoming.

Wyoming court records can be located through a combination of in-person visits, written requests, and courthouse public access terminals. The state courts website, WyomingCourts.us, can help users identify court locations, clerks of court, and publicly available case information. Official records held by each court’s clerk office remain the authoritative source for certified copies and complete case files.

How to Look Up a Court Case in Sweetwater County?

Sweetwater County does not currently offer a public online portal for searching individual court case records remotely. Searches must be conducted either in person at the relevant court’s clerk office or via a written request. Public access terminals are available at courthouse locations, allowing visitors to view electronic case records without charge during normal business hours.

Step-by-step process for requesting court records:

Identify the correct court. The type of case — felony, misdemeanor, civil, domestic, probate — determines which court holds the record. See the court directory below.
Gather identifying information. Bring or include the full names of the parties, the approximate filing date, and the case number if known.
Visit in person or submit a written request. Walk-in access is available Monday through Friday during business hours. Mailed requests should clearly identify the case and include payment for any applicable fees.
Pay copy fees. Standard copy fees at the Clerk of District Court are $1.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page. Emailed copies are $1.00 per page. A record search fee of $10.00 per name per case type applies.
Pick up or receive copies. Certified copies require an additional $0.50 certification fee. Authentication or exemplification of records costs $5.00.

Sweetwater County Court Directory:

Court	Address	Phone
Sweetwater County District Court	80 W. Flaming Gorge Way, Ste. 255, Green River, WY 82935	(307) 872-3820
District Court – Rock Springs	50140C US Hwy 191 South, Rock Springs, WY 82901	(307) 922-5246
Circuit Court – Green River	80 W. Flaming Gorge Way, Ste. 206, Green River, WY 82935	(307) 872-3800
Circuit Court – Rock Springs	50140C US Hwy 191 South, Ste. 200, Rock Springs, WY 82901	(307) 922-5220
Green River Municipal Court	375 W. Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, WY 82935	(307) 872-0550
Rock Springs Municipal Court	212 D Street, Rock Springs, WY 82901	(307) 352-1550

The District Court clerk’s office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Both municipal courts are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with arraignments scheduled at 9:00 a.m.

Are Court Records Public in Sweetwater County?

Most Sweetwater County court records are accessible to the public under the Wyoming Rules Governing Access to Case Records, adopted by the Wyoming Supreme Court and effective February 5, 2024. These rules establish a presumption of full public access to case records while identifying specific categories that are restricted or entirely confidential.

Records open to the public include civil case files, felony criminal dockets, domestic relations pleadings, probate filings, and most court orders and judgments. Access is available through in-person inspection, courthouse public access terminals, or physical copies obtained from the clerk.

Categories of restricted or confidential records:

Juvenile cases — All juvenile delinquency, Child in Need of Supervision (CHINS), neglect, and abuse proceedings are confidential and unavailable to the general public
Adoption cases — All adoption records, including confidential intermediary proceedings, are sealed by court rule
Involuntary commitment cases — Records arising from involuntary hospitalization or emergency detention proceedings are restricted
Sealed records — Any party may petition to restrict access to a case record; the burden of proof falls on the party seeking access to a restricted record
Personal data identifiers — Filed documents must have Social Security numbers, full dates of birth, financial account numbers, minor children’s names (replaced with initials), and victim addresses redacted before becoming part of the public file

Under Rule 12 of the access rules, there is no fee to inspect records at the courthouse during normal business hours, whether via public access terminal or physical review. Copy and transmission fees apply when obtaining reproductions. The Wyoming Public Records Act (W.S. §16-4-201 through 16-4-205) provides the broader statutory framework for public access to government records in the state.

Sweetwater County Criminal Court Records

Criminal jurisdiction in Sweetwater County is divided between the District Court and the Circuit Court based on the severity of the offense.

District Court — Handles all felony cases (crimes punishable by imprisonment in a Wyoming state penitentiary), along with appeals from Circuit Court and Municipal Court decisions.

Circuit Court — Handles misdemeanor criminal cases and criminal traffic violations, as well as preliminary hearings in felony matters before cases are bound over to District Court.

Municipal Courts (Green River and Rock Springs) — Handle violations of local ordinances and municipal code infractions within each city’s jurisdiction.

Accessing Criminal Case Records:

Criminal case files are maintained by the Clerk of District Court for felony matters and by the Circuit Court clerks for misdemeanor cases. Requests may be made in person or by written submission. The record search fee is $10.00 per name per case type.

Arrest Records and Incident Reports:

The Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office Records Division maintains incident reports, arrest records, and related law enforcement documentation. To obtain a copy of a report:

Complete the Report Request Form and include a $5.00 non-refundable fee per report
Payment by check (payable to “Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office”), money order, or exact cash only
Submit in person or by mail to:

Sweetwater County Sheriff’s Office — Records Division
50140B HWY 191 South, Suite 100
Rock Springs, WY 82901
Phone: (307) 922-5305

The current inmate roster for the Sweetwater County Detention Center is publicly available through Sweetwater 911’s Jail Roster.

Statewide Criminal History Checks:

Background checks on Wyoming criminal history are processed through the Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI). This is a fingerprint-based process that also covers the Western Identification Network (WIN) states, including Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington.

Fee: $15.00 for a Wyoming/WIN check; an additional $24.00 applies if an FBI check is included
Fingerprinting: Available at local law enforcement agencies or at DCI (208 S. College Dr., Cheyenne, WY 82002) by appointment at (307) 777-7181; a $5.00 fingerprinting service fee applies
Payment: Money order or cashier’s check payable to “Office of the Attorney General” or “DCI” — no cash, personal checks, or credit cards accepted
Processing time: Generally 2 weeks; may extend to 5–6 weeks depending on volume

Sweetwater County Civil Court Records

Civil case jurisdiction depends on the dollar amount of the claim and the nature of the dispute. The Sweetwater County District Court case types page provides a detailed breakdown of what each court handles.

District Court handles civil matters involving claims exceeding $50,000, contracts, real property rights, torts, name changes, debt collection over the threshold, registration of foreign orders, and emancipation of minors.

Circuit Court handles civil claims under $50,000, small claims, and protection orders.

Small Claims Court is a division of the Circuit Court for monetary disputes up to $6,000, operating under Wyoming Statute § 1-21-201. The filing fee is $10.00 plus any applicable service costs. This is one of the most accessible venues for self-represented individuals to resolve minor financial disputes without an attorney.

District Court Civil Filing Fees:

Case Type	Fee
Civil / Collections / Breach of Contract / Custody & Support	$160.00
Domestic Relations	$160.00
Registration of Foreign Judgment	$160.00
Modification / Re-opening a Case	$160.00
Transcript of Judgment	$100.00
Petition for Review (from Administrative Agency)	$120.00
Jury Demand – 6-person	$50.00
Jury Demand – 12-person	$150.00
Appeal to Supreme Court	$240.00
Record Search (per name/per case type)	$10.00
Self-Help Packets (printed)	$10.00

Payments to the Clerk of District Court may be made by cash, check, money order, or credit card. A $1.50 convenience fee applies on credit card payments under $60.00; a 2.49% fee applies on payments over $60.00. Checks should be made payable to Clerk of District Court.

Sweetwater County Family Court Records

Domestic relations cases in Sweetwater County are filed in the District Court, which maintains jurisdiction over all family law matters. The case types overview identifies the full range of domestic proceedings heard at this level.

Types of family cases handled by the District Court:

Dissolution of marriage (divorce) and legal separation
Paternity actions
Child custody and time-sharing arrangements
Child support establishment and modification
Grandparent visitation rights
Termination of parental rights
Registration of foreign family violence protection orders
Uniform Family Interstate Support Act (UIFSA) actions

The filing fee for domestic relations matters, including divorce, is $160.00. A claim for child support abatement or an objection to such a claim carries a separate fee of $10.00 each.

Self-Help Resources:

For self-represented litigants, the Clerk of District Court’s forms page provides access to downloadable forms and links to the Wyoming Judicial Branch’s Self-Help Forms library. Printed form packets covering divorce (with and without children), child custody and support, custody modification, and petitions for order to show cause are available at the clerk’s office for $10.00 each. These packets may also be downloaded free of charge from the Wyoming Judicial Branch website.

Divorce Records:

Certified copies of divorce records are maintained by both the Clerk of District Court (for the specific case file) and by Wyoming Vital Statistics Services for state-level divorce records from May 1941 forward. Requests for state-issued divorce certificates go to the Wyoming Department of Health’s Vital Record Services, which is open to the public Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., and by appointment on Fridays. The fee for a certified divorce certificate through the state is $25.00.

Marriage Records:

Marriage licenses in Sweetwater County are issued by the Sweetwater County Clerk’s Office, located at 80 West Flaming Gorge Way, Suite 150, Green River, WY 82935, reachable at (307) 872-3732. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (licenses issued until 4:30 p.m.).

Marriage license fee: $30.00 (cash, credit card, or money order)
Copy of a lost marriage license: $5.00
Both parties must appear in person with a valid photo ID
The completed license must be returned to the County Clerk within 10 days after the ceremony

For certified marriage certificates from the state registry, contact Wyoming Vital Statistics Services at the address and hours noted above. State-issued marriage certificates from 1963 forward are restricted; certificates from 1941–1962 are public and available on microfilm at the Wyoming State Archives.

Vital Records — Birth and Death Certificates:

Birth and death certificates are not issued by the Sweetwater County Clerk; they are obtained through Wyoming Vital Statistics Services. The current fee for a certified birth or death certificate is $25.00 per copy (with additional death certificate copies at $20.00 each). Requests may be placed online, in person, or by mail through the Wyoming Department of Health Vital Record Services.

Sweetwater County Probate Court Records

Sweetwater County has no standalone probate court. All probate and guardianship matters — including estate administration, conservatorships, trusteeship cases, and guardianships — are heard within the Sweetwater County District Court sitting in its probate capacity.

Types of probate proceedings handled by the District Court:

Probate of estates (testate and intestate)
Guardianship of minors and incapacitated adults
Conservatorship cases
Trusteeship matters

The filing fee for an estate or probate proceeding is $160.00, the same as other new civil filings. Guardianship and conservatorship matters carry the same $160.00 filing fee. To reopen a previously closed case, an additional $160.00 modification/re-opening fee applies.

Small Estate Affidavits:

Wyoming law provides a simplified procedure for smaller estates that avoids full probate administration. Affidavit forms for the distribution of personal property and real property from small estates are available free of charge through the Wyoming Judicial Branch Self-Help Forms page, which includes forms for both personal and real property distributions.

Guardianship and Conservatorship Forms:

The Clerk’s office provides downloadable Conservator’s Report and Guardian Report forms, as well as a Consolidated Comprehensive Asset Debt Statement in Excel and Word formats, for use in ongoing guardianship and conservatorship proceedings.

Accessing Probate Records:

Probate case files are public records unless sealed by court order. To inspect or obtain copies of probate filings, contact the Clerk of District Court at the Green River courthouse. The same copy fee schedule applies: $1.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page, with a $0.50 certification fee for certified copies. Record searches are $10.00 per name per case type. Checks should be made payable to Clerk of District Court.

Clerk of District Court — Green River (Primary Probate Office):

Detail	Information
Address	80 West Flaming Gorge Way, Suite 255, Green River, WY 82935
Phone	(307) 872-3820
Fax	(307) 872-3986
Hours	Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.