Union County, Tennessee Public Records

Mugshots or booking photos in Union County, Tennessee, can be obtained from the Union County Sheriff's Office. The office is located at 130 Veteran's Street, Maynardville, TN. For online access, you can visit the Union County Sheriff's Office website, where they may provide a portal or contact information for requesting booking photos.

To obtain a criminal background check in Union County, Tennessee, you should contact the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). The TBI offers a background check service through its website, where you can request a report for a fee. Locally, you can also visit the Union County Sheriff's Office for guidance on the process and any additional requirements.

You can look up sex offenders in Union County, Tennessee, by accessing the Tennessee Sex Offender Registry. This registry is maintained by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and can be accessed online. The registry provides detailed information about registered sex offenders, including their current address and offense details.

To register to vote in Union County, Tennessee, visit GoVoteTN.gov for online registration if you have a Tennessee driver's license or ID, or obtain a paper application from the Union County Election Commission at 901 Main Street, Maynardville, phone (865) 992-3975. You must register at least 30 days before an election to be eligible to vote in that election. Tennessee offers online voter registration, registration status checks, and absentee ballot request tools through the state system, making it convenient for the county residents to participate in elections.

Property records in Union County are maintained by the Union County Register of Deeds at the courthouse, 901 Main Street, Maynardville, phone (865) 992-3062, for deeds, mortgages, and liens, and by the Union County Assessor of Property, phone (865) 992-8049, for tax assessments and ownership information. Most property searches require an in-person visit or phone request, as online access is limited. You can find deeds, property transfers, tax records, parcel information, and lien filings through these offices during regular business hours, with copies available for a small per-page fee.

Certified birth and death certificates for Union County residents are obtained through the Tennessee Department of Health, Office of Vital Records, either by mail to 421 5th Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37243, or online at vitalchek.com. Each certificate costs $15, with online orders processed faster (typically 1-2 weeks versus 4-6 weeks by mail) but with additional service fees. You must provide valid photo identification and proof of eligibility (immediate family member or legal representative for restricted records). The Union County Clerk at (865) 992-8043 may assist with information but does not issue certified state vital records.

Business records in Union County can be found through multiple sources: the Union County Clerk at 901 Main Street, Maynardville, phone (865) 992-8043, maintains local assumed name (DBA) filings, while the Tennessee Secretary of State's online database at tnbear.tn.gov provides free searchable access to all registered corporations, LLCs, and other formal business entities statewide. Local business licenses and permits may require contacting the county government offices directly. For professional licenses, check the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance licensing verification systems online.