Bismarck, North Dakota Public Records

They share resources and information across jurisdictional lines, collaborating on county-wide initiatives and investigations that require a unified response. This multi-agency approach enhances public safety throughout the region.

The bond and bail process follows North Dakota state guidelines, and those seeking to post bail for inmates can obtain information through the Sheriff's Office. The facility is the central intake point for all arrests made within county boundaries.

This registry allows searches for corporations, limited liability companies, and other business entities registered to operate in the state. Together, these resources give entrepreneurs and the public access to official business documentation and licensing information.

Acceptable ID includes a North Dakota driver's license, non-driver ID card, or tribal ID showing current name, current residential address, and current date of birth. Those without ID showing current residential address may use supplemental documentation such as utility bills or bank statements. This system makes the state one of the most accessible for voting, as there are no registration deadlines to miss. Municipal elections for city offices, mayor, city commissioners, and school board, are typically held in June of odd-numbered years. The next municipal election will be held on June 10, 2025, with the mayor's seat and city commission seats on the ballot. The city operates under a commission form of government with a mayor and four city commissioners elected at-large. Terms are four years, and elections are nonpartisan. Information about local candidates, ballot measures, and city election procedures is available through the City Auditor's office at 221 North 5th Street (phone: 701-355-1302, website: bismarcknd.gov). Residents can find their assigned polling place by visiting the North Dakota Secretary of State's Polling Place Finder at https://vip.sos.nd.gov or by contacting the Burleigh County Auditor's office. Polling places are assigned based on residential address and precinct boundaries. In the November 2024 presidential election, the county saw approximately 63% voter turnout with over 52,000 ballots cast out of roughly 83,000 eligible voters, reflecting strong civic engagement in the capital city region. On November 3, 2026, voters will decide several significant races. North Dakota's U.S. Senate seat (Class III) is not up in 2026, but one U.S. House seat (at-large) will be on the ballot. State-level races include North Dakota Governor and Lieutenant Governor (elected together), Secretary of State, Attorney General, State Auditor, and several state legislative seats representing districts covering parts of the county in both the North Dakota Senate and House of Representatives. County offices on the ballot in 2026 include County Commission seats, Sheriff, State's Attorney, and other county officials serving four-year terms. Judicial retention elections for district court judges may also appear. North Dakota allows early voting by absentee ballot for any reason. Absentee ballot applications are available at www.sos.nd.gov/elections or through the Burleigh County Auditor's office. Completed applications must be received by 5:00 PM on the day before the election. Mail-in ballots must be requested, completed, and returned by 5:00 PM on Election Day to be counted. Election records that are public in North Dakota include precinct-level election results (available at www.sos.nd.gov/elections after each election), candidate filing information, campaign finance reports (filed with the Secretary of State and searchable at www.sos.nd.gov), and lists of voters who participated in elections (though not how they voted, as ballots are secret). Because the state does not maintain a voter registration database, there is no traditional voter roll available for public inspection.