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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Cocke County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Tennessee state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Cocke County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Cocke County, Tennessee — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
37,596
Population
Census estimate
14,547
Households
Census estimate
$45,110
Median income
Annual household
$137,000
Median home value
Census ACS
Newport
County seat
In Tennessee
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
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
Cocke County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Cocke County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Clerks | Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts Frequently Asked Questions |
| Criminal records | Tennessee Bureau of Investigation — TORIS greer, gary lee - Tennessee Sex Offender Registry |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Cocke County state portal below |
| Property records | Tennessee Property Assessment Data | Parcel Details cocke |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Cocke County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Cocke County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Cocke County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Cocke County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Cocke County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Cocke County Records
2026
Cocke County official government portal active
The official Cocke County government website at www.cockecountytn.gov continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Cocke County court records portal verified
State court system links for Cocke County verified against the Tennessee judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Cocke County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Cocke County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Cocke County property records online
Cocke County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Cocke County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Cocke County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Cocke County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Tennessee statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Tennessee 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 Cocke County Records
❌ Myth: "Cocke County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Cocke County are held by the Tennessee state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Cocke 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 Cocke County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Tennessee state repository has verified, current Cocke County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Cocke County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Cocke 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.cockecountytn.gov — Official Cocke County government website
- www.tncourts.gov — Court records — official source
- www.tn.gov — Criminal records — official source
- assessment.cot.tn.gov — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Cocke County & Tennessee Records
For records not specific to Cocke County, use Tennessee's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Tennessee statewide record systems:
- Tennessee Court Records →
- Tennessee Criminal Records →
- Tennessee Property Records →
- Tennessee Vital Records →
- Tennessee Voter Records →
- Tennessee Wants & Warrants →
- Tennessee Licenses →
- Tennessee Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Tennessee 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 Cocke County, Tennessee
Cocke County is located in eastern Tennessee. The county seat is Newport (official site: http://www.cockecountytn.gov/).
- Population: 37,596
- Households: 14,547
- Median household income: $45,110
- Median home value: $137,000
- Below poverty line: 20.1%
- Land area: 436.1 sq mi
- Population density: 86.2 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 4
- NCES schools indexed: 13
Clerks | Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts
Official Free
Courthouse 111 Court Avenue Newport, TN 37821 United States · County: Cocke · Phone: 4236236124 · Email: CircuitCourt@CockeCountyTN.gov. Name: Tina Neeley · Clerk TypeCity Court Clerk · Address: 25844 Main Street P.O. Box 55 Ardmore, TN United States · County: Giles ·
Frequently Asked Questions
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If the amount is not listed on issuing court to obtain the amount due. The citation, case, or docket number is located on the ticket. For state trooper issued tickets this number is the "Agency Tracking Number". Typically the city or county is listed on the ticket. If you are unable to locate the city or county, contact the phone number listed on the ticket for more information. 1. Select the "Make A Payment" button
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation — TORIS
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Official websites use .gov A .gov Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Multi-court Voice Case Information System: 866-222-8029 ext.
🌐 tn.gov
greer, gary lee - Tennessee Sex Offender Registry
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COCKE CO SO · *Note: In the field entitled Last Registration/Report Date, the term "Not Available" indicates The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has not received offender information as directed by T.C.A. 40-39-201 et. seq. The Website is updated daily based on information submitted to the TBI. The Tennessee Sex Offender Registry exists as a public information resource, allowing citizens to take proactive measures to ensure safety in their communities.
VINE is not working right now - VINELink
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We are experiencing a connection issue. Our team will fix this as soon as possible · Contact us at 1-866-277-7477 if you need immediate help locating an offender, registering for notifications, or accessing victim services in your area. We are available 24/7/365 with live operator support ...
Tennessee Property Assessment Data | Parcel Details
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Cocke County, TN | Tax Year 2026 · County Information · County Number: 015 · Reappraisal Year: 2025 · Property Owner and Mailing Address · January 1 Owner · NUTTALL SANDRA · P O BOX 52 · PARROTTSVILLE TN 37843 · Property Location · Address: DAWSON RD 123 ·
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In the case of multiple counties the first county uses the Primary cost and each additional county applies the Additional cost. Pay As You Go Services You can start a pay as you go account with an initial deposit of $5.00 by using a credit card. Document images that are retrieved will be $2.00 each.
TN Property Viewer - What's New - TNMap
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Parcels can be selected on the map without the need to activate an "Identify" tool and their basic details are displayed to the right with a link to more detailed information · There is a primary search box that can search by owner name, property address or parcel ID after selecting a county.
Cocke County
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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 ...
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Cocke County?
Cocke County court cases are filed with the Circuit Court Clerk / Criminal Court Clerk. Search the Clerks | Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts portal: https://www.tncourts.gov/clerks?tid=All&page=17. For federal matters, see PACER.
What's the difference between sealing and expunging a record in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, 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 Tennessee 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.
Does an arrest show up on a background check before conviction in Tennessee?
Yes — in Tennessee, an arrest can appear on a name-based background check from the moment of booking, even before any court ruling. Whether it appears on an employment screening depends on the type of check (name-based vs. fingerprint-based) and how recent the arrest is.
Does a county sheriff have to honor ICE detainers?
No federal law forces a county to honor an ICE detainer. Multiple federal courts have ruled that detainers are non-binding requests. Some counties honor every detainer, others honor none, and many honor them only when ICE provides a judicial warrant. Policy is set at the county or sheriff level.