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Custer County at a glance

State
Nebraska
County seat
Broken Bow
Population
10,945
Area
2,576 sq mi
Founded
1877
Cities and towns
11

Custer County offices and records

Sheriff & Law Enforcement. Custer County Sheriff's Office is responsible for maintaining law and order in Custer County's unincorporated areas.

Police Departments. In addition to Custer County Sheriff's Office, law enforcement in Custer County is provided by municipal police departments, including the Broken Bow Police Department. They coordinate with the Sheriff's Office on major crimes and regional issues, making sure of full coverage and response throughout Custer County.

Law Enforcement & Arrests. Custer County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 431 South 10th Avenue in Broken Bow, Nebraska 68822, is the primary law enforcement agency for unincorporated areas of Custer County. Custer County Jail, located at the same address as the Sheriff's Office, houses pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates. Other communities such as Anselmo, Ansley, Callaway, Comstock, Mason City, Merna, Oconto, Sargent, and Westerville are smaller municipalities with limited or no dedicated police services, relying primarily on the Sheriff's Office. Arrest records in Custer County are public records under Nebraska Revised Statute §84-712, the Nebraska Public Records Act, which establishes the public's right to access government documents.

Arrest Records. They are maintained by the arresting agency, primarily the County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments.

• Phone: (308) 872-6418

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Where can I find mugshots or booking photos in Custer County, Nebraska?

Mugshots and booking photos in Custer County, Nebraska, can be obtained from the Custer County Sheriff's Office. The office is located at 116 South 11th Avenue, Broken Bow, NE. You can visit the office in person or access their online portal where available to view or request mugshots of individuals recently booked into the county jail.

How do I get a criminal background check in Custer County, Nebraska?

To obtain a criminal background check in Custer County, Nebraska, you need to contact the Nebraska State Patrol Criminal Identification Division. Locally, you can visit the Custer County Sheriff's Office to initiate the process. The background check will be conducted according to Nebraska Revised Statute §29-3523, and you may be required to provide personal identification and pay a processing fee.

How can I look up sex offenders in Custer County, Nebraska?

You can look up sex offenders in Custer County, Nebraska, by accessing the Nebraska Sex Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the Nebraska State Patrol and provides detailed information about registered sex offenders in the area. You can search the registry online by name, location, or proximity to a specific address in Custer County.

How do I register to vote in Custer County, Nebraska?

To register to vote in Custer County, contact the Custer County Clerk at 431 South 10th Avenue, Broken Bow, Nebraska 68822, or call (308) 872-5701. Nebraska residents can also register online at www.sos.nebraska.gov/elections up until 6:00 PM on the third Friday before any election (approximately 18 days prior). Same-day registration is available during the early voting period at the County Clerk's office. Once registered, you can request an absentee ballot by submitting a written application to the County Clerk up to 120 days before an election.

How do I look up property records in Custer County, Nebraska?

Property records in Custer County are maintained by the Register of Deeds and the County Assessor, both located at 431 South 10th Avenue in Broken Bow, phone (308) 872-5701. You can search for deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded documents by visiting the Register of Deeds office in person during regular business hours. While online searching is limited, you can contact the offices directly for assistance with specific property lookups, and some records may be available through the Nebraska parcel mapping system.

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

Birth and death certificates for events occurring in Custer County are issued by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Vital Records Office, P.O. Box 95065, Lincoln, Nebraska 68509-5065. The fee is $17 for the first certified copy and $14 for additional copies ordered at the same time. Processing takes 4-6 weeks for mail requests, though expedited service is available for an additional fee. You can also order online through VitalChek at www.vitalchek.com with applicable service fees, and you must provide valid photo ID and demonstrate direct tangible interest in the record.

How do I find business license records in Custer County, Nebraska?

For business records in Custer County, contact the Custer County Clerk at (308) 872-5701 for local trade name and fictitious business name (DBA) filings. For business entity searches including corporations and LLCs, use the Nebraska Secretary of State's free online database at www.sos.nebraska.gov under Business Services. Professional licenses are issued by state licensing boards rather than the county. Building permits for projects within city limits are handled by municipal offices; contact the Broken Bow City Clerk for permits within the city.

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