Green River, Wyoming Public Records

The Sweetwater County Circuit Court, located at 80 West Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, WY 82935 (phone: 307-872-3720), has jurisdiction over misdemeanor criminal cases, small claims (up to $6,000), evictions, protection orders, and preliminary hearings for felonies. The Third Judicial District Court for Sweetwater County, also located at 80 West Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, WY 82935 (phone: 307-872-3710, website: https://www.courts.state.wy.us), handles felony criminal cases, civil cases over $7,000, domestic relations (divorce, custody, adoption), probate, guardianship, and appeals from lower courts. Wyoming operates a statewide court case search system available at https://www.courts.state.wy.us (navigate to "Case Information"), where users can search by party name, case number, or attorney to find case information from district and circuit courts statewide, though some case types may have restricted access. The clerk's office charges fees for certified copies of court documents: typically $3.00 per document plus $2.00 per page for certification. Copies of court documents can be requested in person at the courthouse or by mail with proper identification and payment. The Sweetwater County Law Library is located within the courthouse for legal research.

The Assessor's website offers a searchable online property database where users can search by owner name, parcel number, or property address to view information including assessed value, property characteristics, legal description, sales history, tax district, and property maps. This data is available free of charge to the public. The Sweetwater County Clerk, serving as the county's Recorder of Deeds, is located at 80 West Flaming Gorge Way, Suite 101, Green River, WY 82935 (phone: 307-872-6400, website: https://www.sweet.wy.us/clerk). The Clerk records and maintains official land records including warranty deeds, quit claim deeds, mortgages, deeds of trust, liens, easements, plats, and other instruments affecting real property titles. Wyoming law requires these documents to be recorded to provide constructive notice of property interests. To search recorded documents, residents can visit the Clerk's office in person to use public terminals, or access some records through the county's online portal. To conduct a property search, users can search the Assessor's database by entering a street address (e.g., "123 Main Street, Green River") or owner last name. The Sweetwater County GIS (Geographic Information System) provides an interactive parcel map viewer accessible through the county website, allowing users to view parcel boundaries, ownership, zoning, and other spatial data layers. Certified copies of recorded documents are available for a fee of $3.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page.

OCI Wyoming (formerly OCI Chemical Corporation) runs a large soda ash production plant, and Solvay Chemicals operates extensive mining and manufacturing operations in the area. These facilities produce soda ash used in glass manufacturing, detergents, chemicals, and other industrial applications, with much of the product exported globally. Beyond mining and chemicals, the Union Pacific Railroad remains a significant employer, continuing the city's railroad heritage from its 1868 founding. Government entities including the Sweetwater County School District No. 2, the City of Green River, and Sweetwater County government provide stable public sector employment. Retail and service industries along Flaming Gorge Way (the main commercial corridor) serve both residents and travelers on Interstate 80. The median household income in Green River is estimated at approximately $65,000-$70,000, somewhat above the state median, reflecting the higher wages in the mining and industrial sectors. Recent economic development has focused on diversifying beyond the boom-and-bust cycles of the energy and mining industries, with efforts to promote tourism related to Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area, outdoor recreation, and the city's historic sites. Green River's economy is closely tied to global commodity markets for soda ash and energy products, making it subject to price fluctuations and international trade dynamics. The city benefits from its location on I-80, providing connectivity to Salt Lake City (175 miles west) and Cheyenne/Denver (approximately 250 miles east).

The Green River Police Department, located at 320 Uinta Drive, Green River, WY 82935 (phone: 307-872-6111), serves as the primary law enforcement agency for the incorporated city limits of Green River. The department's website at https://www.cityofgreenriver.org/police provides information on services, crime prevention programs, and records requests. To request police reports or incident records, residents can visit the police department in person during business hours or submit written requests. Non-confidential police reports are available to involved parties and the general public under Wyoming's Public Records Act. The Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 80 West Flaming Gorge Way, Green River, WY 82935 (phone: 307-922-5346, website: https://www.sweet.wy.us/sheriff), provides law enforcement services to unincorporated areas of Sweetwater County and operates the Sweetwater County Detention Center. The Sheriff's Office handles patrol, investigations, civil process, search and rescue, and jail operations countywide. To search for arrests and jail bookings in Sweetwater County, the public can access the inmate roster online at https://www.sweet.wy.us/sheriff/detention-center, which displays current inmates with information including full name, booking date, charges, bond amount, and sometimes booking photos. The roster is updated regularly and shows who is currently detained at the Sweetwater County Detention Center in Green River. Under Wyoming Statute § 16-4-201 through § 16-4-205 (Wyoming Public Records Act), government records are presumed open to the public unless specifically exempted. Citizens may request arrest records, incident reports, and booking logs by submitting requests to the appropriate law enforcement agency. Some records may be withheld if they are part of an ongoing investigation or contain confidential information protected by statute. Fees for copying records are limited to actual costs of production.

Processing time is typically 4-6 weeks for mail requests or 3-5 business days for expedited service with an additional fee. Online ordering is available through VitalChek at https://www.vitalchek.com for an additional service fee, with faster turnaround. Birth records less than 100 years old and death records less than 50 years old are restricted to eligible applicants (family members, legal representatives, or those with a direct tangible interest). Marriage licenses are issued by the Sweetwater County Clerk's Office at 80 West Flaming Gorge Way, Suite 101, Green River, WY 82935 (phone: 307-872-6400). The fee for a marriage license in Wyoming is $25, and there is no waiting period or blood test required. Both parties must appear in person with valid photo identification and Social Security numbers. Marriage records are permanently maintained by the County Clerk and certified copies are available for $10. Divorce records are maintained by the Sweetwater County Clerk of District Court at the same courthouse address (phone: 307-872-3710), as divorce cases are filed in district court. Certified copies of divorce decrees can be requested from the Clerk of District Court for the standard court document fee. Wyoming vital records have been maintained at the state level since July 1909, though some earlier county records exist. Requesters must complete the appropriate application form and provide valid photo identification; notarization may be required for mail requests.

The city maintains a list of licensed businesses, though a comprehensive online search database may not be available; inquiries should be directed to the City Clerk. At the county level, fictitious business names (Doing Business As or DBA) are filed with the Sweetwater County Clerk at 80 West Flaming Gorge Way, Suite 101, Green River, WY 82935 (phone: 307-872-6400). Wyoming does not require DBA registration at the state level, so businesses using assumed names file with the county. The filing fee and search procedures can be obtained by contacting the County Clerk. For formal business entities, the Wyoming Secretary of State's Office maintains the statewide business entity database. The Wyoming Business Portal at https://wyobiz.wyo.gov allows free searching of corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), limited partnerships, and other registered business entities. Users can search by business name, registered agent, or filing number to view entity status, formation date, registered agent information, principal office address, and filing history. Business filings, annual reports, and amendments can also be completed online through this portal. UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) financing statements, which establish security interests in personal property and are used for lien searches, are filed with the Wyoming Secretary of State and can be searched at https://wyobiz.wyo.gov/Business/FilingSearch.aspx. Business owners in Green River can look up commercial property tax assessments through the Sweetwater County Assessor's online database at https://www.sweet.wy.us/assessor, searching by business name, property address, or parcel number to view assessed values and tax information.

Green River voters are served by the Sweetwater County Clerk's Office, which administers elections for the county. The office is located at 80 West Flaming Gorge Way, Suite 101, Green River, WY 82935 (phone: 307-872-6400, website: https://www.sweet.wy.us/clerk). The County Clerk serves as the official election administrator, maintaining voter registration rolls, managing polling places, processing absentee ballots, and certifying election results. Wyoming residents can register to vote online at https://sos.wyo.gov/Elections/RegisterToVote.aspx through the Wyoming Secretary of State's website. The deadline to register is by the close of business on the Monday before any election (14 days prior). Voters must provide a Wyoming driver's license or identification card number, or the last four digits of their Social Security number. Wyoming requires voter ID at the polls; acceptable forms include Wyoming driver's license, tribal ID, or other government-issued photo identification. Green River holds municipal elections for mayor and city council positions. The Green River City Council consists of six council members elected from three wards (two per ward) plus a mayor elected at-large. Municipal elections are held on the first Tuesday in November of odd-numbered years. The next Green River municipal election will be held in November 2025, with races for mayor and council seats. Information about candidates, local ballot measures, and city election results is available through Green River City Hall (307-872-6140) and the County Clerk's Office. To find their assigned polling place, Green River residents can contact the Sweetwater County Clerk at 307-872-6400 or check the Wyoming Secretary of State's polling place lookup tool at https://sos.wyo.gov/Elections/PollPlace.aspx by entering their address. Under Wyoming law (W.S. § 22-2-119), voter registration lists are public records available for inspection, though use is restricted to election-related purposes. Campaign finance reports for local and state candidates are filed with the Wyoming Secretary of State and are publicly searchable at https://www.wycampaignfinance.gov. Election results by precinct are public records maintained by the County Clerk and published after certification. In the November 2024 presidential election, Sweetwater County reported approximately 15,000 ballots cast from roughly 23,000 registered voters, representing about 65% turnout, consistent with Wyoming's strong participation in presidential elections. On November 3, 2026, Green River and Sweetwater County voters will decide several significant races. Wyoming's U.S. Senate seat currently held by John Barrasso will be on the ballot in 2026, along with Wyoming's single U.S. House seat. State-level races will include Wyoming Governor (if 2026 is a gubernatorial year in Wyoming's four-year cycle), Wyoming State Legislature seats for the districts covering Green River (House District 47 and Senate District 14), and various county offices including County Commissioners, County Clerk, County Assessor, County Sheriff, and County Attorney. Any municipal races would occur in odd-numbered years. Wyoming voters can request absentee ballots (called "absentee voting" in Wyoming) by submitting an application to the Sweetwater County Clerk; applications are available at https://sos.wyo.gov/Elections/AbsenteeVoting.aspx. Absentee ballot applications must be received by the County Clerk no later than the close of business the day before the election. Wyoming does not require an excuse for absentee voting. Voted absentee ballots must be received by 7:00 PM on Election Day to be counted.