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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Stutsman County record-source URLs verified against the official local and North Dakota state publishers on the review date. 2 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Stutsman County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Stutsman County, North Dakota — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
21,546
Population
Census estimate
9,110
Households
Census estimate
$59,167
Median income
Annual household
$191,000
Median home value
Census ACS
Jamestown
County seat
In North Dakota
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
see state portal
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
1 source
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Stutsman County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Stutsman County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | North Dakota Court System - Court returns to historic Stutsm… ND Court Records |
| Criminal records | No verified source — see Stutsman County state portal below |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Stutsman County state portal below |
| Property records | No verified source — see Stutsman County state portal below |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Stutsman County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Stutsman County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Stutsman County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | Stutsman | ND Recorders Information Network |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Stutsman County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Stutsman County Records
2026
Stutsman County court records portal verified
State court system links for Stutsman County verified against the North Dakota judiciary portal 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 Stutsman County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Stutsman County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Stutsman 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 Stutsman County Records
❌ Myth: "Stutsman County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Stutsman 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 Stutsman 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 Stutsman County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official North Dakota state repository has verified, current Stutsman County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Stutsman County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Stutsman 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
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Stutsman County & North Dakota Records
For records not specific to Stutsman 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 Stutsman County, North Dakota
Stutsman County is located in North Dakota.
- Population: 21,546
- Households: 9,110
- Median household income: $59,167
- Median home value: $191,000
- Below poverty line: 13.1%
- Land area: 2,221.9 sq mi
- Population density: 9.7 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 3
- NCES schools indexed: 18
North Dakota Court System - Court returns to historic Stutsman County courthouse
Official Free
Stutsman County District court will return to where it all began in 1883 for North Dakota.
ND Court Records
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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.
Stutsman | ND Recorders Information Network
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Stutsman | ND Recorders Information Network
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Not a Member? join today · North Dakota Recorders Information Network (NDRIN) is not liable for any legal opinions or assumptions made based on viewed images and/or data contained herein
2022 Stutsman County Real Estate Tax Check here to request receipt
Business, Voter & Other
Stutsman County, North Dakota government portal.
co.stutsman.nd.us
North Dakota Voter Information
Official Free
Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Stutsman County?
Stutsman County court cases are searchable through the North Dakota Court System - Court returns to historic Stutsman County courthouse portal: https://www.ndcourts.gov/news/north-dakota/district-courts/general-news/court-returns-to-historic-stutsman-county-courthouse. North Dakota also operates a state-level case lookup through the ND Courts Public Search system. For federal matters, see PACER.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in North Dakota?
In North Dakota, a sealed record is hidden from public view but still exists and remains visible to law enforcement, licensing boards, and some employers. An expunged record is treated by North Dakota law as if it never happened — though FBI and federal records may persist regardless of state action. The relief process runs through the sentencing 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.
How do I run a North Dakota background check?
North Dakota background checks are handled by the North Dakota BCI. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.