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Butterfield, Minnesota Public Records

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Watonwan County Sheriff's Office

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County
Watonwan County
County seat
St. James
Population
527
Watonwan County population
10,897
Local records
Watonwan County offices
ZIP codes
56120

About Butterfield public records

Butterfield is located in Watonwan County, Minnesota. Law enforcement in Butterfield is served by Butterfield Police Department and Watonwan County Sheriff's Office. Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates for Butterfield residents are issued through the Minnesota Department of Health (Office of Vital Records), with local copies often available through the Watonwan County Clerk's office.

Residents can reach the office at (507) 375-3267 or access information through the county portal at www.co.watonwan.mn.us. Municipal elections for mayor and city council members typically align with the Minnesota state general election in even-numbered years, held in November. Information about local candidates, ballot measures, and city election results can be obtained from the Butterfield City Clerk at City Hall, (507) 956-2525, or from the Watonwan County elections office.

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How do I register to vote in Butterfield, Minnesota?

To register to vote in Butterfield, Minnesota, residents can register online through the Minnesota Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Watonwan County elections office. Minnesota requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Minnesota Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Butterfield, contact the Watonwan County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Butterfield, Minnesota?

Property records for Butterfield, Minnesota are maintained by the Watonwan County Assessor's Office and the Watonwan County Clerk and Recorder. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Watonwan County, including parcels in Butterfield. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Watonwan County Clerk and Recorder maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Minnesota counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Watonwan County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Butterfield, Minnesota?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Butterfield, Minnesota residents are available through both county and state offices. The Minnesota Department of Health, Office of Vital Records, located in Saint Paul, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Minnesota. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Watonwan County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Watonwan County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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