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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Colfax County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Nebraska state publishers on the review date. 6 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Colfax County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Colfax County, Nebraska — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
10,826
Population
Census estimate
3,616
Households
Census estimate
$71,205
Median income
Annual household
$103,400
Median home value
Census ACS
Schuyler
County seat
In Nebraska
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
3 sources
Vital records
2 sources
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
1 source
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Colfax County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Colfax County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Colfax County Court | Nebraska Judicial Branch Nebraska District Court | PACER: Federal Court Records |
| Criminal records | No verified source — see Colfax County state portal below |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Colfax County state portal below |
| Property records | Property Search Boyd County Assessor |
| Vital records | Colfax County NE Birth Certificate, Marriage & Death Rec… Vital Records - DHHS - Nebraska.gov |
| Voter records | Colfax County Election Commissioner Voter Registration – Colfax County |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Colfax County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | Nebraska Deeds Online – Colfax County |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Colfax County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Colfax County Records
2026
Colfax County official government portal active
The official Colfax County government website at ncbvi.nebraska.gov continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Colfax County court records portal verified
State court system links for Colfax County verified against the Nebraska judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Colfax County property records online
Colfax County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside Nebraska, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Colfax County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Colfax County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Colfax County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Nebraska statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Nebraska 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 Colfax County Records
❌ Myth: "Colfax County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Colfax County are held by the Nebraska state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Colfax 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 Colfax County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Nebraska state repository has verified, current Colfax County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Colfax County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Colfax 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)
- ncbvi.nebraska.gov — Official Colfax County government website
- supremecourt.nebraska.gov — Court records — official source
- nto.us — Property records — official source
- www.citydirectory.us — Vital records — official source
- colfaxcountyne.gov — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Colfax County & Nebraska Records
For records not specific to Colfax County, use Nebraska's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Nebraska statewide record systems:
- Nebraska Court Records →
- Nebraska Criminal Records →
- Nebraska Property Records →
- Nebraska Vital Records →
- Nebraska Voter Records →
- Nebraska Wants & Warrants →
- Nebraska Licenses →
- Nebraska Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Nebraska 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 Colfax County, Nebraska
Colfax County is located in east-central Nebraska. The county seat is Schuyler (official site: http://www.colfaxne.com/).
- Population: 10,826
- Households: 3,616
- Median household income: $71,205
- Median home value: $103,400
- Below poverty line: 10.2%
- Land area: 411.5 sq mi
- Population density: 26.3 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 4
- NCES schools indexed: 13
Property Search
Official Free
For questions on displayed information contact Colfax County Treasurer (402) 352-8519 · Tax Year · Tax Type · Real Estate · Personal Property · Statement # Parcel # Legal Contains · Name Contains · Address Contains · Tax District · Copyright © 2004 Nebraska Association of County Officials.
🌐 nto.us
Boyd County Assessor
Official Free
Enter your search criteria in the fields on the right. Clicking the search button next to the row you want to search by will take you to the property record selection screen. Questions? For questions on displayed information contact Boyd County Assessor (402) 775-2311 ·
NDO Document
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Legal Description LOT 1 IN BLOCK 1, EAST PORTAL SECOND ADD, SCB OF SCOTTSBLUFF, SCOTTS BLUFF COUNTY NEBRASKA Parcel ID 10119817 Treasurer's information Assessors's information
Public Records – Colfax County
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Colfax County Court | Nebraska Judicial Branch
Official Free
County · Colfax · 411 East 11th Street · P.O. Box 191 · Schuyler · NE · 68661 · Phone · 402-352-8511 · Fax · 402-352-8535 · Office hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Judges · Hon. Andrew R. Lange · Court Clerk · Zaira Lopez · Email · Home · Administration · Nebraska ...
Nebraska JUSTICE Case Search
Official Free
Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
Colfax County NE Birth Certificate, Marriage & Death Records
Official Free
The Colfax County Vital Records Office provides you with birth, death, and marriage certificates . Contact details and address here.
Vital Records - DHHS - Nebraska.gov
Official Free
The Office of Vital Records preserves birth, death, marriage and divorce records which occur in Nebraska . The records maintained by this office are issued as legal certified copies and are printed on multi-colored security paper with a digitally ...
Public Health
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Vital Records, which can provide copies of birth and death certificates , is part of this Division, as well. The Division of Public Health includes public health programs like WIC, Tobacco Free Nebraska, WISEWOMAN, Health Disparities and Health Equity, Vaccines for Children and Emergency Medical ...
Colfax County Election Commissioner
Official Free
The Election Commissioner is responsible for maintaining all voter registration records and conduction all primary, general and special elections. This office works in conjunction with the Nebraska Secretary of State's office to ensure compliance with all state and federal election guidelines.
Voter Registration – Colfax County
Official Free
You can register electronically via your computer or personal device using the link labeled Online Voter Registration above on this page. Note: you’ll need your Nebraska Driver’s License number in front of you for this.
Nonpartisan, Sample Ballot, Primary Election, May 12, 2026
Official Free
INSTRUCTIONS TO VOTER · 1. TO VOTE, YOU MUST DARKEN THE OVAL · COMPLETELY ( ). 2. Use a black ink pen to mark the ballot. 3. To vote for a WRITE-IN candidate, write in the · name on the line provided AND darken the · oval completely. 4. DO NOT CROSS OUT OR ERASE. If you make a mistake, ask for a new ballot. Buffalo County, Nebraska ...
Nebraska Deeds Online – Colfax County
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The information provided in this website the county is provided as is and is intended for reference only and may contain inaccuracies or errors · Changes and updates to the information located in the actual county office may be made periodically and the changes and updates may not be reflected ...
Election Officials Contact Information | Nebraska Secretary of State
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City: Schuyler Zip Code: 68661 Phone Number: (402) 352-8504 Fax Number: (402) 352-8515 Email Address: rmundil@colfaxcountyne.gov Website: colfaxcountyne.gov/election-office/ County: Cuming (24) Name: Addisen Johnson Address: 200 S Lincoln St., Rm. 100 City: West Point Zip Code: 68788 Phone Number: (402) 372-6002 Fax Number: (402) 372-6013 Email Address: clerk@cumingcounty.ne.gov Website: cumingcountyne.gov/clerk-register-of-deeds-election-commissioner/ County: Custer (4) Name: Kelly Jacobsen Address: 431 S 10th St.
Colfax County
Official Free
Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
Services | Nebraska State Patrol
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The Nebraska State Patrol is committed to the safety and well-being of the public it serves.As the state's only full-service, statewide law enforcement agency , the Nebraska State Patrol strives to provide a high quality of support and assistance to the citizens of Nebraska through a variety ...
Nebraska Background Check Portal
Official Free
Welcome to the Nebraska Background Check Portal. Find access to information regarding fingerprint arrests, charges introduced to the Nebraska Supreme Court system and driving records. Information regarding federal sanctions, address changes, employment history, credit reports, sex offender ...
Licensing - DHHS - Nebraska.gov
Official Free
Nebraska Rev. Stat. 48-239 provides medical and religious exemptions for some workers. Download the Sample COVID-19 Vaccine Exemption Form. DHHS.LicensureUnit@nebraska.gov Please specify your profession, facility type, or children's services when you
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Colfax County?
Colfax County court cases are searchable through the Colfax County Court | Nebraska Judicial Branch portal: https://supremecourt.nebraska.gov/colfax-county-court. Nebraska also operates a state-level case lookup through the JUSTICE (Nebraska Courts) system. For federal matters, see PACER.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in Nebraska?
In Nebraska, 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 Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Nebraska 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 Nebraska?
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 Nebraska State Patrol that aggregates arrests and dispositions across all courts in Nebraska. Court records are searched by case; criminal records by person.