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About Surrey, North Dakota
Surrey North Dakota is known for its rural lifestyle and its proximity to the Missouri River. The city council is composed of five members, each elected to a four-year term. The council meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall. The council is responsible for setting the city's budget, enacting ordinances, and appointing members to various boards and commissions.
Surrey, North Dakota Public Records & Government Resources
Surrey North Dakota Inmate Search
North Dakota Department of Corrections inmate locator for Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota USA.gov Public Records Guide
USA.gov guide to government public records and information for Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota US Bankruptcy Court Case Locator
PACER bankruptcy case locator - find bankruptcy filings from Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota Unclaimed Property Search
Search for unclaimed property and money belonging to Surrey residents.
Surrey North Dakota Social Security Death Records
Social Security Administration death records and survivor benefits for Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota National Sex Offender Registry
National Sex Offender Public Website - search sex offenders near Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota FBI Most Wanted Criminals
FBI national most wanted criminals - search for Surrey area subjects.
Surrey North Dakota Voter Registration Records
Find voter registration information and public records for Surrey residents.
Surrey North Dakota PACER Federal Court Records
Public Access to Court Electronic Records - search federal court cases for Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota Archives and Genealogy
North Dakota State Archives genealogy and historical records for Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota Bankruptcy Court
US Bankruptcy Court District of North Dakota for Surrey.
North Dakota Courts – Surrey Case Search
North Dakota Courts case search for Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota Vital Records
North Dakota Department of Health vital records for Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota Missing Persons
North Dakota missing persons for Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota Sex Offender Registry
North Dakota Sex Offender Registry for Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota Criminal History Records
North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation records for Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota Census and Vital Statistics
U.S. Census Bureau quick facts, demographics, and population statistics for Surrey.
City of Surrey
Directory of Surrey city records and information.
Surrey Police
Find Surrey police contact information.
Surrey Public Schools
Elementary, high school and administration information for Surrey.
Surrey U.S. Census Information
Find total and household population for the city of Surrey.
Surrey North Dakota Official Criminal History Background Check
State Capitol 600 E. Boulevard Ave. Dept. 125 Bismarck, ND 58505 701 328-2210 TTY: 800 366-6888
Surrey Upcoming Criminal and Civil Cases
Search Divorce records and other Civil matters State Capitol 600 E. Boulevard Ave., Dept. 180 Bismarck, ND 58505-0530
Center for Missing and Exploited Children
Quick search for missing children, sex offenders, Amber alerts, records and more public information.
Surrey Inmate Search
North Dakota Department of Correction 3100 Railroad Avenue Bismarck, ND 58501 Phone 701.328.6390
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the process for someone who is arrested in Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota to go through the jail and court system?
If you are arrested in the City of Surrey, North Dakota, you will be transported to the Ward County Jail for booking and processing. During booking, officers will record your personal information, take fingerprints and photographs, and log personal belongings. After booking, you may be held pending arraignment before the Ward County Court. Under North Dakota law, you have the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney; if you cannot afford legal representation, a public defender will be appointed. Bail may be set at arraignment depending on the charges, your criminal history, and flight risk. Criminal history records are maintained by the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation. The Ward County Sheriff's Office maintains an online inmate roster at https://www.nd.gov/docr/adult/InmateLocator/ where you can look up current detainees.
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What are the school district and education performance data for City of Surrey, North Dakota?
Surrey Public School District is located in Ward County, North Dakota. According to the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction, the district has an enrollment of approximately 200 students in grades K-12. The district's most recent performance data, from the 2018-2019 school year, shows that the district had a graduation rate of 95.2%, a dropout rate of 0.0%, and an average ACT score of 21.7.
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What are the school district and education performance data for Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota?
The school district for Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota is the Surrey Public School District. According to the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction, the district had an enrollment of 545 students in the 2018-2019 school year. The district's graduation rate was 95.2%, and the average ACT score was 21.7. The district's overall performance rating was "Meets Expectations."
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What are the crime statistics for Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota?
Unfortunately, there is no available crime data for Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota. The North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation does not provide crime statistics for individual cities or towns.
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What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the City of Surrey North Dakota Library?
The Surrey Public Library in Ward County, North Dakota provides residents with access to public records and government document resources. Library cardholders can access online databases including genealogy services, historical newspapers, and North Dakota government records. The reference staff can assist with locating court records, property records, and vital records through the library's online catalog and interlibrary loan network. The library maintains materials on how to submit public records requests under the North Dakota Open Records Law, which governs access to government documents in North Dakota. The library also offers access to genealogy resources including the Surrey North Dakota Archives and Genealogy at https://www.history.nd.gov/archives/. Contact the Surrey Public Library reference desk at for assistance or to confirm hours and services.
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What publicly accessible records can be obtained from the Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota Library?
The Surrey Public Library in Ward County, North Dakota provides residents with access to public records and government document resources. Library cardholders can access online databases including genealogy services, historical newspapers, and North Dakota government records. The reference staff can assist with locating court records, property records, and vital records through the library's online catalog and interlibrary loan network. The library maintains materials on how to submit public records requests under the North Dakota Open Records Law, which governs access to government documents in North Dakota. The library also offers access to genealogy resources including the Surrey North Dakota Archives and Genealogy at https://www.history.nd.gov/archives/. Contact the Surrey Public Library reference desk at for assistance or to confirm hours and services.
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Where is the City of Surrey, North Dakota Public Library located?
The Surrey, North Dakota Library is located at 101 Main Street, Surrey, ND 58785.
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Where is the Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota Public Library located?
The Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota Library is located at 602 Main Street, Surrey, ND 58785.
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in City of Surrey, North Dakota?
Fingerprinting services in Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota are available through the Surrey Police Department and the Ward County Sheriff's Office. Services are provided for employment background checks, licensing applications, immigration purposes, and personal record requests. You will typically need to bring a valid government-issued photo ID and, where applicable, a completed fingerprint card from the requesting agency. Appointments can often be scheduled by calling or by visiting the department's website. Fingerprints are submitted to the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation and the FBI for identity verification and criminal history review. Statewide criminal history checks can also be requested through the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation.
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Where is the nearest fingerprinting office located in Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota?
Fingerprinting services for Surrey, North Dakota residents are provided at the Surrey Police Department, which serves Ward County. Fingerprinting is required for a variety of purposes, including pre-employment background checks, professional licensing (nursing, teaching, law, real estate), volunteer work with children or the elderly, immigration and naturalization applications, firearm purchases, and FBI Identity History Summary requests. To schedule fingerprinting, call the Surrey Police Department at or visit in person. Bring a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport) and any required agency forms. Fingerprint cards are typically forwarded to the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation for processing. For statewide fingerprint-based background checks, visit the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation at https://www.ndinvestigations.com/investigations/criminalrecords/.
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What are the requirements for obtaining vital records from Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota, and what information is provided in the records?
To obtain vital records for Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota, you will need to contact the Ward County Register of Deeds. The Register of Deeds is responsible for maintaining and issuing vital records such as birth certificates, death certificates, marriage licenses, and divorce decrees.
The records included in the vital records are:
* Birth Certificates
* Death Certificates
* Marriage Licenses
* Divorce Decrees
The records included in the vital records are:
* Birth Certificates
* Death Certificates
* Marriage Licenses
* Divorce Decrees
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About background check
A background check in Surrey, Ward County, North Dakota typically includes a review of criminal history, driving records, credit history, employment verification, education verification, and sex offender registry status. Employers, landlords, and licensing boards commonly request background checks in North Dakota. Criminal background checks are processed through the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation, which maintains arrest records, convictions, and disposition data for North Dakota residents. The North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation provides official criminal history checks at https://www.ndinvestigations.com/investigations/criminalrecords/. Under the North Dakota Open Records Law, individuals have the right to request their own records. Federal background checks are available through the FBI's Identity History Summary program. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) governs how background check information may be used by employers and landlords.