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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all San Juan County record-source URLs verified against the official local and New Mexico state publishers on the review date. 3 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
San Juan County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for San Juan County, New Mexico — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
120,817
Population
Census estimate
41,049
Households
Census estimate
$50,734
Median income
Annual household
$170,700
Median home value
Census ACS
Aztec
County seat
In New Mexico
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
3 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
1 source
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
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
San Juan County Records at a Glance
| Record type | San Juan County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | NM Court Case Lookup Caselookup - Disclaimer |
| Criminal records | No verified source — see San Juan County state portal below |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see San Juan County state portal below |
| Property records | EddyNM |
| Vital records | No verified source — see San Juan County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see San Juan County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see San Juan County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see San Juan County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for San Juan County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — San Juan County Records
2026
San Juan County official government portal active
The official San Juan County government website at www.sjcounty.net continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
San Juan County court records portal verified
State court system links for San Juan County verified against the New Mexico judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
San Juan County property records online
San Juan County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside New Mexico, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step San Juan County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the San Juan County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the San Juan County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the New Mexico statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the New Mexico 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 San Juan County Records
❌ Myth: "San Juan County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for San Juan County are held by the New Mexico state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in San Juan 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 San Juan County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official New Mexico state repository has verified, current San Juan County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The San Juan County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The San Juan 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.sjcounty.net — Official San Juan County government website
- caselookup.nmcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- countyfusion2.kofiletech.us — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — San Juan County & New Mexico Records
For records not specific to San Juan County, use New Mexico's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 New Mexico statewide record systems:
- New Mexico Court Records →
- New Mexico Criminal Records →
- New Mexico Property Records →
- New Mexico Vital Records →
- New Mexico Voter Records →
- New Mexico Wants & Warrants →
- New Mexico Licenses →
- New Mexico Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
New Mexico 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 San Juan County, New Mexico
San Juan County is located in the northwest corner of New Mexico. The county seat is Aztec (official site: http://www.sjcounty.net/).
- Population: 120,817
- Households: 41,049
- Median household income: $50,734
- Median home value: $170,700
- Below poverty line: 24.5%
- Land area: 5,517.2 sq mi
- Population density: 21.9 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 4
- NCES schools indexed: 51
San Juan County, NM | Home
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San Juan County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting · Keep reading > More News · I Want To... Jobs · Departments · Tax Assessment · Elections · Pay Taxes · Fire Department · Sheriff's Office · Maps · Contact · Meeting Agendas & Minutes ·
sos.nm.gov
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San Juan County Assessor's Website https://www.sjcassessor.net/ Visit the San Juan County Assessor's website for contact information, office hours, tax payments and bills, parcel and GIS maps, assessments, and other property records. San Juan County Building Codes https://www.sjcounty.net/government/community-development/building-department View San Juan County, New Mexico building codes, zoning regulations, development regulations, and other online services.
NM Court Case Lookup
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Use of this site for any purpose other than viewing individual electronic court records, or attempts to download multiple records per transaction, are strictly prohibited. Data use is subject to NMSA 1978, Sec. 14-3-15.1 · If the information displayed on this site does not accurately reflect ...
Caselookup - Disclaimer
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Use of this site for any purpose other than viewing individual electronic court records, or attempts to download multiple records per transaction, are strictly prohibited. Data use is subject to NMSA 1978, Sec. 14-3-15.1 · If the information displayed on this site does not accurately reflect ...
NM Court Case Lookup
Official Free
Use of this site for any purpose other than viewing individual electronic court records, or attempts to download multiple records per transaction, are strictly prohibited. Data use is subject to NMSA 1978, Sec. 14-3-15.1 · If the information displayed on this site does not accurately reflect ...
EddyNM
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This site will not function properly if IE Compatibility Mode is enabled. Please disable Compatibility Mode and refresh the page. If you do not know how to disable Compatibility Mode please submit a ticket to our support team and they will be happy to assist you. Technical Data:
New Mexico Department of Public Safety
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Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
Vital Records - Birth Certificate
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For further information about these services, please contact the appropriate county clerk or district court. The National Center for Health Statistics provides a Vital Records Reference by State where you can click on the state where the birth, death, marriage or divorce occurred and obtain instructions on how to order a record. Please review the List of Acceptable Documents for Obtaining a Birth Record for details. Register birth and death certificates for the State of New Mexico.
My Registration Information
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Voter Information Portal · New Mexico Office of the Secretary of State · New Mexico Capitol Annex North / 325 Don Gaspar, Suite 300 / Santa Fe, NM 87501 · (505) 827-3600 / (800) 477-3632 / Email SOS Elections · Visit Secretary of State Website · Contact your County Clerk ·
Verify Professional Licenses | NM Regulation & Licensing Dept.
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For an alcohol liquor license, alcohol delivery permit, tobacco/tobacco products license and expiration date, or Server Permits, search the RLD database by selecting Regulation Type (Alcohol or Tobacco), Entity Type (busines/premises, Alcohol Server or Instructor) and enter the Business Type & Name for Establishments or First Name and Last Name for Server (do not search for old permit number), click on the following link: https://nmrldlpi.my.site.com/abc/s/public-search
County Clerk Information | Maggie Toulouse Oliver - New Mexico Secretary of State
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Results will become available November 2, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM to assist voters with questions or concerns. Rumor vs. Reality · Clerk: Michelle S.
Ordinances
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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 ...
San Juan County, NM | Home
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Commission Agendas & Minutes | San Juan County, NM
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See past Commission meetings on the San Juan County YouTube Channel · The list below shows all upcoming meetings. Agendas are posted no later than 72 hours in advance of the upcoming meeting . Click here to sign up to get agendas in your email. To see previous minutes or agendas, click 'All Past'
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in San Juan County?
San Juan County court cases are searchable through the NM Court Case Lookup portal: https://caselookup.nmcourts.gov/caselookup/. New Mexico also operates a state-level case lookup through the NM Courts Case Lookup system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can my employer see a sealed record in New Mexico?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed New Mexico 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.
Are New Mexico marriage records public?
Marriage records in New Mexico are generally public — anyone can verify that a marriage occurred and request a non-certified copy. Certified copies (needed for legal purposes like name changes or immigration) may be restricted to the spouses, immediate family, or those with a court order.
Are San Juan County records free to search?
Yes — every link on this page goes to an official government source. Basic searches are free. Certified copies and formal background checks carry the standard government fee.