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Nebraska Death Records

Online resource for finding free death records from the Nebraska State Dept. of Health and Human Services.

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Ord Police Department

Ord Police Department, Ord, Nebraska, 205 S 17th St Ord, NE 68862, Office Phone (308) 728-5991 Dispatch Phone: (308) 728-5771, Dragon222.

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Ord at a glance

County
Valley County
County seat
Ord
Population
2,121
Valley County population
4,159
Local records
Valley County offices
ZIP codes
68862, 68859

About Ord public records

Ord is located in Valley County, Nebraska. Law enforcement in Ord is served by Ord Police Department and Valley County Sheriff's Office. Birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates for Ord residents are issued through the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (Vital Records), with local copies often available through the Valley County Clerk's office. Real-property records (deeds, mortgages, liens) and parcel assessments are recorded with the county Register of Deeds and the county Assessor. Most government records held by Nebraska agencies are accessible under the Nebraska Public Records Statutes, which sets a response window of 4 business days and requires agencies to publish procedures for written records requests.

The Valley County Clerk/Election Commissioner handles all election administration for Ord voters from offices at 125 South 15th Street, Ord, NE 68862 (phone: 308-728-3700). These municipal elections typically occur in odd-numbered years and may be consolidated with other contests. For candidate lists and local ballot measures specific to city elections, contact the Valley County Clerk or reach the Ord City Clerk at 308-728-5771.

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How do I register to vote in Ord, Nebraska?

To register to vote in Ord, Nebraska, residents can register online through the Nebraska Secretary of State's website, by mail, or in person at the Valley County elections office. Nebraska requires voters to be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by Election Day, and residents of the state. The registration deadline is typically 30 days before an election. Voters can verify their registration status and find polling locations through the Nebraska Secretary of State's voter lookup tool. For local municipal elections in Ord, contact the Valley County Clerk's office for schedules and ballot information.

How do I look up property records in Ord, Nebraska?

Property records for Ord, Nebraska are maintained by the Valley County Assessor's Office and the Valley County Register of Deeds. The Assessor's Office is responsible for discovering, listing, and valuing all taxable property within Valley County, including parcels in Ord. Records available include property ownership, assessed values, legal descriptions, parcel maps, and tax history. The Valley County Register of Deeds maintains recorded documents including deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements. Many Nebraska counties provide online property record searches through their county websites. The Valley County Treasurer handles property tax payments and tax sale information.

How do I get a birth or death certificate in Ord, Nebraska?

Birth, death, and marriage records for Ord, Nebraska residents are available through both county and state offices. The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Vital Records, located in Lincoln, maintains statewide vital records and can issue certified copies of birth and death certificates for events occurring anywhere in Nebraska. Orders can be placed online, by mail, or in person. Locally, the Valley County Clerk's office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records for Valley County. Birth and death certificates may also be available through local vital records offices. Requestors typically need to provide valid photo identification and proof of their relationship to the person named on the record. Processing times and fees vary by office and record type.

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