Billings County, North Dakota Public Records

Mugshots or booking photos in Billings County, North Dakota, can be obtained from the Billings County Sheriff's Office. They may provide these photos upon request, subject to privacy laws and regulations. It's advisable to contact the Sheriff's Office directly to inquire about the availability of an online portal or the process for obtaining these records in person.

To obtain a criminal background check in Billings County, North Dakota, you should contact the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI). The BCI handles statewide background checks, and you can request a check through their website or by submitting a request form. Local processes may involve contacting the Billings County Sheriff's Office for any county-specific records.

You can look up sex offenders in Billings County, North Dakota, by accessing the North Dakota Sex Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the North Dakota Attorney General's Office and provides a searchable online database. You can search by name, city, or county to find registered sex offenders in Billings County.

North Dakota does not require voter registration. Eligible Billings County residents may vote by presenting valid identification establishing residency at their polling place on Election Day. Acceptable ID includes a North Dakota driver's license or ID card with current Billings County address. For questions about polling locations or absentee voting, contact the county Auditor at (701) 623-4323. Absentee ballot applications should be submitted well before Election Day, with specific deadlines depending on the voting method chosen.

Property records in Billings County are maintained by the County Recorder's Office at 495 4th Street, Medora, ND 58645, phone (701) 623-4319. You can search deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded documents by visiting the office in person during business hours or calling to request specific records. Property tax information and assessments are available through the Billings County Director of Tax Equalization at (701) 623-4433. Currently, this county does not offer online property records search, so direct contact with county offices is necessary.

Birth and death certificates for events occurring in Billings County are maintained by the North Dakota Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Vital Records, 600 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58505-0200. Birth certificates cost $7 for the first copy and death certificates cost $5 for the first copy. Requests can be submitted by mail with proper identification and documentation of eligibility, or online through VitalChek at www.vitalchek.com with additional service fees. Processing typically takes 2-4 weeks for standard mail requests, with expedited options available for urgent needs.

Business entity records for North Dakota are maintained by the Secretary of State and searchable online at firststop.sos.nd.gov, where you can find corporations, LLCs, and other registered businesses operating in Billings County. Local fictitious name (DBA) filings may be recorded with the Billings County Clerk's Office at (701) 623-4377. For specific local business licenses or permits, contact the Billings County offices at (701) 623-4323. Professional licenses are issued by state licensing boards, not county offices.