Population
507K
County Seat
Knoxville
Libraries
19
Schools
92
SearchSystems Editorial
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 Knox County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Tennessee state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Knox County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Knox County, Tennessee — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
506,748
Population
Census estimate
194,842
Households
Census estimate
$68,580
Median income
Annual household
$248,200
Median home value
Census ACS
Knoxville
County seat
In Tennessee
Criminal records
3 sources
Court records
7 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
see state portal
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
5 sources
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
Knox County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Knox County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Courtfeepay.com Applications - Courts - Knox County Tennessee |
| Criminal records | Sex Offenders Knox County Tennessee - Sheriff - 24 Hour Arrests |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Knox County state portal below |
| Property records | No verified source — see Knox County state portal below |
| Vital records | Tennessee County Clerk |
| Voter records | Tennessee GoVoteTN Other Records - Records Management - Knox County Tennessee G… |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Knox County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Knox County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Knox County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Knox County Records
2026
Knox County official government portal active
The official Knox County government website at www.knoxcounty.org continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Knox County court records portal verified
State court system links for Knox County verified against the Tennessee judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Knox County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Knox County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside Tennessee, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Knox County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Knox County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Knox 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 Knox County Records
❌ Myth: "Knox County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Knox County are held by the Tennessee state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Knox 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 Knox County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Tennessee state repository has verified, current Knox County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Knox County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Knox 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.knoxcounty.org — Official Knox County government website
- www.tncourts.gov — Court records — official source
- sor.tbi.tn.gov — Criminal records — official source
- tnmap.tn.gov — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Knox County & Tennessee Records
For records not specific to Knox 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 Knox County, Tennessee
Knox County is located in northeastern Tennessee. The county seat is Knoxville (official site: https://www.knoxcounty.org/).
- Households: 194,842
- Median household income: $68,580
- Median home value: $248,200
- Below poverty line: 12.4%
- Land area: 508.3 sq mi
- Population density: 996.9 people / sq mi
Knox County Property Search
Official Free
By proceeding to use this website, each visitor agrees to waive, release, and indemnify Knox County, its agents, consultants, contractors, and employees from any and all claims, actions, or causes of action for damages or injury to persons or property arising from the use or inability to use Knox County's Property Records and Taxation information.
KGIS - Knoxville Knox County KUB (TN) GIS > About Us
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The roughly 526 square miles of Knox County have been mapped at scales of 1 inch = 100 feet (1:1200) for highly urbanized areas or at 1 inch = 200 feet (1:2400) for lesser developed areas . In addition to mapping the photo-identifiable features, the various agencies comprising KGIS have mapped ...
🌐 kgis.org
April 27, 2026 www.knoxfocus.com TAX SALE #25 D1 PUBLIC NOTICE
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Knox County, Tennessee. Register’s Office. Andersonville Pike (property of Dora J. Rogers. BEING the same property conveyed to Charles Jason Leinart, by Warranty Deed dated October 28, 2005, from William · C. Cooper, recorded on November 16, 2005 as Instrument
Courtfeepay.com
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Applications - Courts - Knox County Tennessee
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However, in the event of a discrepancy between these listings and the official Dockets, the official Dockets shall control. Should you have a time-sensitive issue, please call or email the appropriate minute clerk or judge's secretary for official information. These Case Listings are provided as a courtesy by the Circuit Court Clerk and are not binding upon the Courts.
4th Circuit Court - Knox County Court Systems - Knox County Tennessee Government
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If you are a person who has a very modest or low income, you may wish to contact Legal aid of East Tennessee at (865) 637-0484. You may also obtain information on their website. (click here) City County Building 400 Main Street Knoxville, TN 37902 · Phone: 865-215-2399 · Chancery Court · Circuit Court · Civil Sessions Court · Criminal Court · Fourth Circuit Court · General Sessions Court ·
Knox County Court Systems - Knox County Tennessee Government
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Fourth Circuit Court · Criminal Court · General Sessions Court - Criminal and Traffic · Civil Sessions Court · Juvenile Court · Juvenile Service Center · Specialized Courts · Judge McMillan · Magistrate Richard Major · Magistrate Brenda Lindsay-McDaniel · General Sessions Judges · General Sessions Magistrates · Judicial ADA Coordinator · District Attorney General · Public Defender · Jury Coordinator · Knox County Probation
Circuit Court - Knox County Court Systems - Knox County Tennessee Government
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Under Tennessee State law, with few exceptions, juvenile records are private. The Circuit Court is a court of general jurisdiction and may also hear appeals from courts of limited jurisdiction. My goal as the Clerk of the Circuit, Civil Sessions and Juvenile Courts is to provide the highest level of service to the people of our county at the least cost to the taxpayers.
Chancery - Knox County Court Systems - Knox County Tennessee Government
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Chancery Court Fee Schedule EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026 Available HERE · Probate Division Fee Schedule EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026 Available HERE · Tax Sale InformationClick here for more information · Thank you for visiting the Knox County Chancery Court website.
Knox County | Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts
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505 Main St SW., Knoxville, TN 37902 · Administrative Office of the Courts 511 Union Street, Suite 600 Nashville, TN 37219 © 2026 Tennessee Courts System Mission: To serve as a trusted resource to assist in improving the administration of justice and promoting confidence in the Judiciary
Civil Sessions Court Dockets - Knox County Court Systems - Knox County Tennessee Government
Criminal & Court Records
OfficialFree
Criminal Court Dockets
knoxcounty.org
Tennessee GoVoteTN
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Complete the below marriage application information to process your application request more efficiently. The information entered below will automatically be forwarded to the knox County Clerk's Office. Note: You will need to use your marriage license within thirty days of the date issued.
Other Records - Records Management - Knox County Tennessee Government
Property & Tax Records
OfficialFree
Property Search
knoxcounty.org
Plate Renewals
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The Trustee's office has recently added the capability to search property tax information on its web site at www.knoxcounty.org/trustee/tax_search (Java Script required). The Assessor establishes values for real estate and tangible personal
Tennessee Drug Offender Registry Database
Official Free
Please provide either the last name and first initial of the drug offender or the county of the offense.
Sex Offenders
Official Free
Civil Sessions Court is the primary court for handling “Pro Se” litigants (ie: plaintiff(s) and defendant(s) are not represented by an attorney). The following case listings are reproductions of the official Docket and current as of each Friday at 1:00 p.m.
Knox County Tennessee - Sheriff - 24 Hour Arrests
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While every effort has been made and Knox County does not make any warranty, either expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, timeliness, or the completeness of any information obtained through the use of this service. If you have any questions regarding the information you obtain, please call Inmate Services at
Bill Lee Governor TENNESSEE BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION ATTN: TORIS
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The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation found Tennessee criminal history based on the information provided.
🌐 tn.gov
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Knox County?
Knox County court cases are filed with the Circuit Court Clerk / Criminal Court Clerk. Search the Knox County | Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts portal: https://www.tncourts.gov/node/9782358. 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.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Tennessee?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Tennessee 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 Tennessee criminal records public?
Mostly yes. Tennessee's public-records law makes adult arrests, court filings, and conviction histories accessible to anyone unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Juvenile cases and sealed records are generally excluded by statute.