Grant County

Grant County, Oklahoma is located in the north-central portion of the state, bounded by the Kansas state line to the north. Established at statehood in 1907, Grant County was named for Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States and commanding general of the Union Army during the Civil War. Grant County Seat is Medford, situated in the heart of Grant County and serving as the primary governmental center.

Sheriff & Law Enforcement

Grant County Sheriff's Office is responsible for law enforcement in the unincorporated areas of Grant County. It manages Grant County jail, processes arrests, and maintains criminal records. The office is tasked with patrolling rural areas, providing security for the courthouse, and serving legal documents.

Police Departments

In addition to Grant County Sheriff's Office, law enforcement in Grant County is provided by municipal police departments in towns such as Medford and Pond Creek. Each city department is responsible for maintaining law and order within its jurisdiction, handling local crimes and emergencies. These agencies often collaborate with the Sheriff's Office on major investigations and share resources to enhance public safety across Grant County.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

Grant County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at Grant County Courthouse at 112 East Guthrie Avenue in Medford, OK 73759, is the primary law enforcement agency for unincorporated areas of Grant County. Inmates housed at Grant County Detention Facility can be located through direct contact with the Sheriff's Office during business hours, as Grant County maintains a smaller jail facility typical of rural Oklahoma counties.

• Requests should include the subject's name, date of birth if known, and approximate date of the incident.
• Mugshots and booking photos are typically maintained by the arresting agency and the jail facility, and can be requested under the same public records provisions, though some agencies may charge reasonable copying fees.
• Processing time for records requests varies but agencies must respond within a reasonable time period as mandated by Oklahoma statute.

Criminal Records

Criminal records in Grant County include felony, misdemeanor, traffic offenses, and sex offender registry information. Residents can conduct background checks through the OSBI, which provides full criminal history reports. The OSBI offers an online portal for background checks, making it accessible for residents seeking information on criminal records within the state.

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Grant County are maintained by Grant County Sheriff's Office. These records document the circumstances and details of arrests made within Grant County. Residents and attorneys can request arrest records by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly, adhering to procedures outlined by the Oklahoma Open Records Act. A typical arrest record in Grant County includes the individual's personal information, the nature of the charges, and the arresting officer's details.

Jail & Inmate Records

Grant County Jail, located in Medford, is the primary detention facility for people arrested within Grant County. The booking process involves photographing, fingerprinting, and documenting the personal information of detainees. Inmate lookup services are available through the Sheriff's Office, allowing family members and legal representatives to find information about current inmates. Visitation rules are specific to the facility, typically requiring prior scheduling and adherence to security protocols.

• The bond and bail process follows Oklahoma state guidelines, allowing for the release of detainees upon payment of a set amount.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

Mugshots in Grant County are taken and retained by Grant County Sheriff's Office during the booking process. These booking photos are part of the arrest records and can be accessed through the Sheriff's Office. While some mugshots may be available online, others may require a formal records request. Oklahoma does not have specific laws mandating the removal of mugshots from public records, though individuals can seek removal through legal channels if they believe the publication is unjust.

Grant County is served by the District Court of Grant County, Oklahoma, which sits in the Ninth Judicial District. Grant County Courthouse, located at 112 East Guthrie Avenue in Medford, OK 73759, houses all court operations. Grant County Court can be reached at and maintains jurisdiction over felony criminal cases, civil matters exceeding $10,000, domestic relations including divorce and child custody, probate and estate matters, juvenile proceedings, and appeals from lower courts. The Honorable District Judge presides over cases in Grant County as part of a multi-county judicial district.

• Oklahoma Courts Network (OSCN) provides free online access to many Oklahoma court records at www.oscn.net, where users can search Grant County cases by party name, case number, or attorney.
• Certified copies of court documents are available for a fee of $1.00 per page plus a certification fee.

Property and land records for Grant County are maintained by Grant County Clerk's Office, which is the County Recorder, located at 112 East Guthrie Avenue in Medford, OK 73759 Grant County Clerk records and maintains all documents affecting real property ownership, including warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, mortgages, deeds of trust, releases, assignments, liens (mechanic's liens, judgment liens, tax liens), easements, rights-of-way, oil and gas leases, mineral rights conveyances, and plat maps.

• While some Oklahoma counties offer online land record searches, Grant County primarily provides in-person access to recorded documents.
• Certified copies of recorded instruments are available for statutory fees: $1.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page, plus a $1.00 certification fee per document.

Vital records for Grant County, Oklahoma include birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, and divorce decrees. Birth and death certificates occurring in Grant County are filed with the Oklahoma State Department of Health, Vital Records Service, 123 Robert S. Kerr Avenue, Suite 1002, Oklahoma City, OK 73102. While Grant County Court Clerk may maintain some historical vital records, certified copies of birth and death certificates must generally be obtained from the State Vital Records office.

• Birth certificates cost $15.00 for the first copy and death certificates cost $15.00 each.
• Processing time is typically 4-6 weeks for mail requests, though expedited service is available for an additional fee.
• VitalChek, the state's authorized online vendor, offers online ordering at www.ok.gov/health/Birth_and_Death_Certificates with additional convenience fees.
• Couples must apply in person, provide valid identification, pay the license fee (typically $50.00, reduced to $5.00 if couples complete premarital counseling), and observe a 72-hour waiting period unless waived.

Business and licensing records in Grant County, Oklahoma are maintained at multiple levels of government. Grant County Court Clerk's Office at 112 East Guthrie Avenue in Medford accepts filings for Doing Business As (DBA) names and Trade Names for sole proprietorships and partnerships operating in Grant County. The DBA filing fee is typically $25.00 and provides public notice of business operation under an assumed name. These records are public and can be searched at the Clerk's office.

• For formal business entity formation including corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), limited partnerships, and professional associations, businesses must register with the Oklahoma Secretary of State.

Elections in Grant County, Oklahoma are administered by Grant County Election Board, located at 112 East Guthrie Avenue, Medford, OK 73759. The Election Board can be reached at and operates under the supervision of the Oklahoma State Election Board. Voter registration in Grant County can be completed online through the Oklahoma State Election Board's voter portal at www.oklahoma.gov/elections/ovp, by mail using the National Mail Voter Registration Form, or in person at the County Election Board office, the County Clerk's office, or at any Oklahoma tag agency.

• Registered voters can find their polling place by visiting the Oklahoma Voter Portal online and entering their name and date of birth, or by contacting Grant County Election Board directly.
• In the November 2024 general election, Grant County turnout approximated 58% of registered voters, consistent with statewide rural patterns.
• Absentee ballots in Oklahoma can be requested by any registered voter for any reason.
• Absentee ballots can be requested online through the OK Voter Portal, by mail, or in person.
• § 1-101 et seq, ensures that citizens can observe election processes, request election records, and review precinct results.

Grant County, Oklahoma's economy remains fundamentally rooted in agriculture, continuing a tradition that dates back to the Cherokee Strip Land Run of 1893. Wheat farming dominates the crop production scene, with thousands of acres planted annually depending on commodity prices and weather conditions. Cattle ranching and livestock operations constitute the other pillar of the agricultural economy, with cow-calf operations, stocker cattle, and some feedlot activity providing substantial economic impact.

• Census estimates, median household income in Grant County approximates $50,000-$55,000, somewhat below the Oklahoma state median, reflecting the rural agricultural economy.
• The education sector provides stable employment through public school districts in Medford, Pond Creek-Hunter, and Deer Creek-Lamont.

Court Records: Yes: Online (OSCN) | Property: Limited: In-Person Required | Arrest/Jail: Limited: Phone/In-Person | Vital Records: Limited: State Office Required | Business: Yes: Online (State) | Elections: Yes: Online (State Portal) | Overall Score: 6/10, Grant County provides access to public records primarily through in-person requests and state-level online systems, typical of rural Oklahoma counties with limited digital infrastructure.

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