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Edited by Sam Rokni — Editor & Owner, SearchSystems.net. Public records professional since 1999. NAPBS founding member. Full bio & credentials.
Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Lamoure County record-source URLs verified against the official local and North Dakota state publishers on the review date. 3 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Lamoure County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Lamoure County, North Dakota — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
4,051
Population
Census estimate
1,698
Households
Census estimate
$70,227
Median income
Annual household
$116,900
Median home value
Census ACS
LaMoure
County seat
In North Dakota
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
2 sources
Property records
see state portal
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
1 source
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Lamoure County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Lamoure County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | North Dakota Court System - LaMoure County ND Court Records |
| Criminal records | LaMoure County Jail Roster Lookup, ND, Inmate Search |
| Wants & warrants | LaMoure County Sheriff Office, ND, Arrest Warrants Search LaMoure County, ND Arrests, Warrants, Police Records Search |
| Property records | No verified source — see Lamoure County state portal below |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Lamoure County state portal below |
| Voter records | Voter Lookup |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Lamoure County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Lamoure County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Lamoure County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Lamoure County Records
2026
Lamoure County court records portal verified
State court system links for Lamoure County verified against the North Dakota judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Lamoure County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Lamoure County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside North Dakota, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Lamoure County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Lamoure County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Lamoure County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the North Dakota statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the North Dakota state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Lamoure County Records
❌ Myth: "Lamoure County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Lamoure County are held by the North Dakota state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Lamoure County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Lamoure County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official North Dakota state repository has verified, current Lamoure County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Lamoure County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Lamoure County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.ndcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- vip.sos.nd.gov — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Lamoure County & North Dakota Records
For records not specific to Lamoure County, use North Dakota's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 North Dakota statewide record systems:
- North Dakota Court Records →
- North Dakota Criminal Records →
- North Dakota Property Records →
- North Dakota Vital Records →
- North Dakota Voter Records →
- North Dakota Wants & Warrants →
- North Dakota Licenses →
- North Dakota Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
North Dakota statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Lamoure County, North Dakota
LaMoure County is located in North Dakota.
- Population: 4,051
- Households: 1,698
- Median household income: $70,227
- Median home value: $116,900
- Below poverty line: 12.2%
- Land area: 1,146.0 sq mi
- Population density: 3.5 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 3
- NCES schools indexed: 9
Notice of Disclaimer
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Notice of Disclaimer: County makes the Web information available on an "as is" basis. All warranties and representations of any kind with regard to said information is disclaimed, including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular use.
North Dakota Court System - LaMoure County
Official Free
Address: 204 4th Ave NE, Lamoure, ND 58458 · Billi Jo Warcken- Clerk of District Court · Robert Fernandes- Sheriff · Fallon Kelly- State's Attorney · Mailing Address: PO Box 128, LaMoure ND 58458 · Courthouse Hours: 8:30-12, 1-4:30 · Phone Number: 701-883-6050 ·
ND Court Records
Official Free
Notice: The Payment Processing feature ("Make Payment" button) will now reroute you to a new payment portal. If you are making a payment you may click here to get to the new portal - https://www.ndcourts.gov/public-access. You will be asked to select the county where your case was filed.
North Dakota Court System - District Court Case Search and Payment Processing
Official Free
If you're unsure which county to choose, you may select any county and after entering your information, you will be automatically redirected to the correct payment portal · This website provides access to North Dakota District Court Case information for Criminal, Traffic, and Civil case types.
North Dakota Court System - Criminal Case Records Searches
Official Free
Optional Case Fields for Searching · Some fields are required; they are indicated by red text and a red plus sign (+). All other fields are considered optional
North Dakota Voter Information
Official Free
Official websites use .gov A .gov Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Multi-court Voice Case Information System: 866-222-8029 ext.
LaMoure | ND Recorders Information Network
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Lamoure County?
Lamoure County court cases are searchable through the North Dakota Court System - LaMoure County portal: https://www.ndcourts.gov/court-locations/lamoure-county. North Dakota also operates a state-level case lookup through the ND Courts Public Search system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can my employer see a sealed record in North Dakota?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed North Dakota record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in North Dakota?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most North Dakota counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
What's the difference between a court record and a criminal record in North Dakota?
A court record shows everything filed in a specific case — pleadings, motions, judgments. A criminal record (rap sheet) is a person-centric history from the North Dakota BCI that aggregates arrests and dispositions across all courts in North Dakota. Court records are searched by case; criminal records by person.