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Callaway, Nebraska Public Records

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Nebraska Death Records

Online resource for finding free death records from the Nebraska State Dept. of Health and Human Services.

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Callaway Police Department

Callaway Police Department is located at 157 E Kimball St, Callaway, NE 68825, USA .

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Custer County Sheriff's Office

Updated on: September 12, 2025 The Custer County Sheriff Department is headed by the Sheriff, an undersheriff, and four deputies.

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Callaway at a glance

County
Custer County
County seat
Broken Bow
Population
518
Custer County population
10,945
Local records
Custer County offices
ZIP codes
68825

About Callaway public records

The Village of Callaway is located in central Nebraska, in the southwest quadrant of Custer County. Court related matters in Callaway are primarily handled by the Custer County District Court, where various legal proceedings take place, including civil and criminal cases. Vital records, such as birth, death, and marriage certificates, can be obtained through the Custer County Clerk-Recorder’s office or the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. For property records, inquiries should be directed to the Custer County Assessor’s office and the Register of Deeds, both of which maintain full databases of local property information. Nebraska's Public Records Statutes allow residents to request general public records from various agencies, typically resulting in a response within 5, 10 business days, streamlining the process of accessing important documents and for public access in local governance.

The Custer County Clerk/Election Commissioner serves Callaway voters from the office at 431 South 10th Avenue, Broken Bow, NE 68822, phone (308) 872-5701.

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How do I register to vote in Callaway, Nebraska?

To register to vote in Callaway, Nebraska, residents can register online through the Nebraska Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Custer County elections office. Nebraska 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 Nebraska Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Callaway, contact the Custer County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Callaway, Nebraska?

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

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Callaway, Nebraska?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Callaway, Nebraska residents are available through both county and state offices. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Vital Records, located in Lincoln, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Nebraska. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Custer County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Custer 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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