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The U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota sits in Bismarck and Fargo and hears federal civil and criminal cases. Dockets are searched through PACER; state cases through the North Dakota Courts.
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Search property and claim status by individual name or business through the ND State Unclaimed Property Division.
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Request birth and death certificates from the ND Dept. of Health.
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Find active and inactive corporations by name from the North Dakota Secretary of State.
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Verify an attorney's licensing status with the ND Lawyers Directory.
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North Dakota Health and Human Services Vital Records sells certified death records in three versions: complete, facts of death, and informational. Order online, by mail or by appointment.
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Public search of the North Dakota marriage index.
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Access divorce records or request divorce certificates from the ND Dept. of Health.
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County profile
Sheriff & Law Enforcement. Grant County Sheriff's Office is responsible for law enforcement across Grant County, particularly in unincorporated areas.
Police Departments. In addition to Grant County Sheriff's Office, law enforcement in Grant County includes municipal police departments such as the Elgin Police Department and the New Leipzig Police Department.
Law Enforcement & Arrests. Grant County Sheriff's Office, located at Grant County Courthouse at 201 Main Street, Carson, ND 58529, is the primary law enforcement agency for Grant County. Inmate information can be obtained by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly during business hours, as Grant County does not currently maintain an online inmate roster. The primary county, Carson, may have limited local law enforcement support coordinated through the Sheriff's Office. Arrest records in Grant County are public records subject to North Dakota's open records law, codified under North Dakota Century Code Chapter 44-04, which governs access to public records and establishes that most law enforcement records are available for public inspection unless they fall under specific exemptions for ongoing investigations or protected information.
Arrest Records. Arrest records in Grant County are maintained by Grant County Sheriff's Office. Residents and attorneys can request access to these records by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly.
Jail & Inmate Records. Inmate lookup services are available through the Sheriff's Office, allowing family members and legal representatives to find current detainees.
Mugshots & Booking Photos. Mugshots in Grant County are taken and retained by Grant County Sheriff's Office during the booking process. These photographs are part of the public record and can be accessed through the Sheriff's Office website or by formal request.
201 Main Street, Carson, ND 58529 • Phone: 701-328-1246
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Mugshots or booking photos in Grant County, North Dakota, can be requested from the Grant County Sheriff's Office. They maintain records of individuals processed through the Grant Jail. For online access, you may need to check if the Sheriff's Office provides an online portal for public access to booking photos, or you can visit their office for more information.
To obtain a criminal background check in Grant County, North Dakota, you should contact the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI). The BCI provides statewide criminal history checks, which include records from Grant County. You can request a background check by submitting a request form available on the BCI's website, along with the required fee and identification.
You can look up sex offenders in Grant County, North Dakota, by accessing the North Dakota Sex Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the North Dakota Attorney General's Office and provides information on registered sex offenders throughout the state, including Grant County. The registry can be searched online by name, location, or other criteria.
North Dakota is unique in that it does not require voter registration. Eligible Grant County residents can vote by simply presenting valid identification showing their name, current residential address, and date of birth at their assigned polling place on Election Day. Contact the Grant County Auditor at (701) 622-3615 at the courthouse in Carson for polling place information. Absentee ballots are available for those unable to vote in person, and applications should be requested from the County Auditor's office well before Election Day.
Property records in Grant County are maintained by the Grant County Recorder's Office at 201 Main Street, Carson, ND 58529, phone (701) 622-3615. The Recorder maintains deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and other documents affecting real property. Property tax assessment information is available through the County Director of Tax Equalization at the same location. While Grant does not currently offer online property record searches, you can contact the Recorder's office by phone or visit in person to request specific documents or conduct property searches, with fees applicable for certified copies.
Birth and death certificates for events in Grant County can be requested from the Grant County Clerk of District Court at 201 Main Street, Carson, ND 58529, or from the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Vital Records at 600 E Boulevard Ave, Dept 301, Bismarck, ND 58505-0200, phone 701-328-2360. Birth certificates cost $7 and death certificates cost $5 for the first certified copy. Online ordering is available through VitalChek at vitalchek.com with additional convenience fees, and processing typically takes 5-10 business days for mail requests.
Business records in Grant County can be found through multiple sources depending on the business type. Trade name (DBA) filings are recorded with the Grant County Recorder's Office at (701) 622-3615. For corporations, LLCs, and other formal business entities, search the North Dakota Secretary of State's FirstStop database at firststop.sos.nd.gov, which provides free online access to all registered business entities in the state. Local business licensing and permits may be handled by city offices in Carson or through county zoning authorities at the Grant County Courthouse.
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