About Pennington County, South Dakota
Pennington County is located in the southwestern corner of South Dakota and is the second most populous county in the state. The county seat is Rapid City. As of the 2010 United States Census, the population was 100,948.
The county was created in 1875 and organized in 1877. It was named for John L. Pennington, the first territorial governor of Dakota Territory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I request public records in Pennington?
Contact the Pennington County Clerk-Recorder's office for public records requests. Requirements vary by record type and state law.
What court records are available online?
Visit the Pennington Superior Court website for online case search and public court records access.
How do I obtain vital records?
Birth, death, and marriage certificates are available through the Pennington County Clerk-Recorder or State Vital Records office.
Where can I find property records?
Search property records through the Pennington Assessor's office online portal.
Official Government Sources
Pennington County Public Records Directory
All links go directly to official Pennington government websites.
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