Hanson County, South Dakota Public Records

To obtain a criminal background check in Hanson County, South Dakota, you should contact the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI). The DCI provides statewide background checks, and you can initiate the process by visiting their website or contacting them directly. Locally, you may also reach out to the Hanson County Sheriff's Office for guidance on how to proceed with a background check request.

To look up sex offenders in Hanson County, South Dakota, you can use the South Dakota Sex Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation and provides an online search tool accessible to the public. You can search for offenders by name, location, or proximity to an address within Hanson County through their official website.

Voter registration in Hanson County is handled by the Hanson County Auditor at the courthouse in Alexandria. You can register online at sdsos.gov/elections-voting, by mail, or in person at the Auditor's office located at 101 E 6th Street. The registration deadline is 15 days before any election. Once registered, you can request an absentee ballot through the Auditor's office if you prefer to vote by mail rather than visiting your polling place on Election Day.

Property records in Hanson County are maintained by the Register of Deeds office at the courthouse, 101 E 6th Street, Alexandria, accessible at (605) 239-4512. The office maintains deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and other recorded land documents dating back to the 1870s. Property tax information and assessment records are available through the County Director of Equalization at (605) 239-4445. While online access is limited compared to some counties, records can be searched and copied in person or requested by mail.

Birth and death certificates for events in Hanson County are obtained through the South Dakota Department of Health, Vital Records Office in Pierre. Certified copies cost $15 for births and $15 for deaths, with processing taking approximately 2-3 weeks for mail requests. Online ordering is available through VitalChek at southdakota.gov/vitals with additional service fees. Requesters must provide valid identification and demonstrate eligibility as an immediate family member, legal representative, or person with a direct interest.