Gillette, Wyoming Public Records

The Campbell County Circuit Court, located at the Campbell County Courthouse, 500 South Gillette Avenue, Gillette, WY 82716 (phone: 307-682-7285), has jurisdiction over misdemeanor criminal cases, small claims matters up to $6,000, limited civil cases, preliminary hearings in felony matters, and traffic violations. The First Judicial District Court for Campbell County, also at 500 South Gillette Avenue (phone: 307-682-3044), handles felony criminal prosecutions, civil cases exceeding circuit court limits, divorce and family law matters, probate and estate administration, juvenile delinquency, and appeals from lower courts. Wyoming's statewide court system provides online access to case information through the Wyoming Court System website at https://www.courts.state.wy.us, though the online portal offers limited search capability and does not include all case documents. Most detailed case file searches require in-person visits to the courthouse or written requests. The Circuit Court charges $3.00 per page for certified copies of court documents, with a $6.00 certification fee; District Court charges similar fees. Case file copies are typically $0.50 per page for non-certified copies. Filing fees vary by case type: civil complaints in District Court require a $70 filing fee, small claims cost $30 to file, and divorce petitions cost $85 to initiate.

The Assessor's website provides a free online property search tool where users can search by owner name, parcel number, or property address to access information including assessed values, property characteristics, square footage, year built, property tax history, and ownership transfers. The system includes interactive GIS mapping that displays parcel boundaries, zoning, and flood zones. The Campbell County Clerk, serving as the County Recorder, is located at 500 South Gillette Avenue, Suite 100, Gillette, WY 82716 (phone: 307-682-7285, website: https://www.ccgov.net/clerk). This office records and maintains official land documents including warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, mortgages and deeds of trust, mechanic's liens, easements, plats and subdivisions, mineral rights conveyances, and UCC financing statements. Wyoming law requires most real property transactions to be recorded with the county clerk to provide public notice and establish priority of interests. The Campbell County Clerk's website offers a subscription-based online document search system through a third-party vendor, allowing remote access to recorded documents; subscription fees apply for regular users, though occasional searches can be conducted at the courthouse. Recording fees are established by Wyoming statute and vary by document type and page count. The county also maintains a comprehensive GIS mapping system accessible at https://gis.ccgov.net that provides aerial imagery, parcel boundaries, ownership information, and layers showing infrastructure, zoning, and natural features throughout Campbell County.

The healthcare sector is represented by Campbell County Health, operating Campbell County Memorial Hospital, which employs over 900 people and serves as the regional medical center for northeastern Wyoming. The Campbell County School District is another major employer with approximately 1,000 staff members serving over 6,000 students. Government employment is significant, with Campbell County government, the City of Gillette, and federal Bureau of Land Management offices providing stable jobs. The median household income in Gillette was approximately $78,000 as of recent estimates, significantly higher than the Wyoming average due to high-wage mining jobs, though the economy has faced challenges from declining coal demand and increased renewable energy competition. Recent economic development efforts have focused on diversifying beyond coal, including expansion of the Gillette-Campbell County Airport to support passenger service, development of industrial parks to attract manufacturing, and investment in outdoor recreation infrastructure to boost tourism. The Gillette area benefits from virtually no state income tax and relatively low cost of living compared to other Wyoming cities. Retail trade has expanded along Camel Drive and Boxelder Road to serve the regional population. The city serves as the commercial center for Campbell County's population of approximately 47,000, drawing customers from ranching communities throughout the Powder River Basin region.

The Gillette Police Department, located at 201 East 8th Street, Gillette, WY 82716 (phone: 307-682-5155, website: https://www.gillettewy.gov/police), provides primary law enforcement services within Gillette city limits and maintains records of arrests, incident reports, accident reports, and calls for service. Citizens can request police reports in person at the Records Division during business hours or by submitting a written request; fees apply for copies based on the number of pages. The Campbell County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 901 South Gillette Avenue, Gillette, WY 82716 (phone: 307-682-7271, website: https://www.ccgov.net/sheriff), provides law enforcement services to unincorporated areas of Campbell County and operates the Campbell County Detention Center. The Sheriff's Office maintains records of arrests, warrants, civil process service, and patrol activities in county jurisdiction areas. To search for current arrests and jail bookings, the Campbell County Detention Center provides an online inmate roster at https://www.ccgov.net/detention, which displays inmate names, booking photographs, booking dates, charges filed, bond amounts, and expected release dates. The roster is updated regularly and provides transparency into who is currently held in county custody. Public records requests in Wyoming are governed by the Wyoming Public Records Act, codified at Wyoming Statute § 16-4-201 through § 16-4-205, which establishes that all public records are open for inspection by any person unless specifically exempted by law. Requesters may be charged reasonable fees for copying and staff time. Law enforcement agencies may withhold records that would interfere with ongoing investigations, endanger confidential sources, or compromise public safety, but must cite specific statutory exemptions when denying access.

Processing time is typically 2-3 weeks for mail requests, though expedited service is available for an additional fee. Wyoming offers online ordering through VitalChek at https://www.vitalchek.com with additional convenience fees. Only eligible persons may request vital records: the registrant (if of legal age), parents listed on the record, legal guardians, spouses, adult children, legal representatives with power of attorney, or individuals with a court order. Birth records are confidential for 100 years from the date of birth; death records are confidential for 50 years. Marriage licenses are issued by the Campbell County Clerk's Office at 500 South Gillette Avenue, Suite 100, Gillette, WY 82716 (phone: 307-682-7285). Couples must apply in person with valid photo identification; the license fee is $25 and there is no waiting period or blood test required. The license is valid for one year from issuance. Certified copies of marriage certificates cost $5 each. Divorce records are maintained as court records by the Campbell County District Court at 500 South Gillette Avenue (phone: 307-682-3044), as divorce is a civil court proceeding. Certified copies of divorce decrees can be obtained from the District Court Clerk for standard copy fees. Wyoming vital records are increasingly digitized, with the state maintaining electronic records for births from 1909 forward, deaths from 1909 forward, and marriages from July 1941 forward, though earlier records exist in paper form.

The city maintains a registry of licensed businesses, though it is not available online; verification of business licenses requires contacting the City Clerk's office directly. Fictitious business names (DBAs) and trade names are filed with the Campbell County Clerk at 500 South Gillette Avenue, Suite 100, Gillette, WY 82716 (phone: 307-682-7285). DBA filings must be published in a local newspaper of general circulation and filed with the county; the filing fee is approximately $25. Business entities including corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, and nonprofit corporations are registered with the Wyoming Secretary of State. The Secretary of State maintains a free online business entity search at https://wyobiz.wyo.gov/Business/FilingSearch.aspx, where users can search by business name, registered agent, or filing number to access information including entity status (active, dissolved, delinquent), formation date, registered agent name and address, principal office location, and officers or managers. Wyoming is known for business-friendly laws and does not require public disclosure of beneficial owners or member names for LLCs. UCC financing statements (secured transaction liens) are filed with the Wyoming Secretary of State and can be searched online through the same WyoBiz portal. Commercial property owners in Gillette can look up property tax assessments through the Campbell County Assessor's online database at https://www.ccgov.net/assessor, which includes information on commercial parcels, assessed values for land and improvements, and tax history. Wyoming has no state corporate income tax or individual income tax, making it attractive for business formation.

Gillette voters are served by the Campbell County Clerk, which administers elections for the county. The Campbell County Clerk's Office is located at 500 South Gillette Avenue, Suite 100, Gillette, WY 82716 (phone: 307-682-7285, website: https://www.ccgov.net/clerk). This office handles all aspects of election administration including voter registration, absentee ballot processing, candidate filing, polling place operations, and official canvassing of results. Wyoming residents can register to vote online at https://sos.wyo.gov/Elections/RegisterToVote.aspx through the Wyoming Secretary of State's website, which provides an electronic voter registration system. Voters must be U.S. citizens, Wyoming residents, and at least 18 years old by election day. The voter registration deadline is the day before the election for in-person registration, or 14 days before the election for mail registration. Wyoming does not require party affiliation to register, though voters must declare party affiliation to participate in primary elections. Gillette holds municipal elections for Mayor and City Council positions; the Mayor serves a four-year term and Council members serve staggered four-year terms with some seats up for election every two years. Gillette's next municipal general election is in November 2026, when voters will elect the Mayor and several Council seats. Candidates file for municipal office with the Gillette City Clerk at City Hall. Gillette residents can find their assigned polling location by visiting https://sos.wyo.gov/Elections/PollPlace.aspx or by contacting the Campbell County Clerk. Wyoming election records that are public include voter registration lists (available for purchase for lawful purposes), campaign finance reports filed by candidates and political committees (searchable at https://sos.wyo.gov/Elections/CampaignFinance.aspx), candidate filing information, and precinct-level election results. In the November 2024 general election, Campbell County had approximately 67% voter turnout with roughly 19,000 of 28,500 registered voters casting ballots; the county strongly supported Republican candidates with over 85% voting for Donald Trump in the presidential race. The November 3, 2026 general election will include races for Wyoming Governor (incumbent Mark Gordon term-limited), Wyoming Secretary of State, State Treasurer, State Auditor, Superintendent of Public Instruction, one of Wyoming's two U.S. House seats, Wyoming State Senate District 1 (representing Gillette), Wyoming State House Districts 1, 2, and 3 (covering Campbell County), Campbell County Commission seats, Campbell County Assessor, Campbell County Clerk, Campbell County Coroner, and Campbell County Sheriff. Wyoming does not have U.S. Senate seats up in 2026. Wyoming offers absentee voting; any registered voter may request an absentee ballot without providing a reason by submitting a written application to the Campbell County Clerk. Absentee ballot applications are available at https://sos.wyo.gov/Elections/Docs/WY_Absentee_Ballot_Application.pdf and must be received by the County Clerk by the close of business the day before the election. Wyoming also offers early voting at the County Clerk's office beginning 40 days before the election.