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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Monroe County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Tennessee state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Monroe County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Monroe County, Tennessee — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
49,154
Population
Census estimate
18,976
Households
Census estimate
$52,123
Median income
Annual household
$174,800
Median home value
Census ACS
Madisonville
County seat
In Tennessee
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
4 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
7 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Monroe County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Monroe County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | 04/08/2024 - 9AM ARRAIGNMENT DOCKET 30.6ai Mnor(13 _ c),(1 |
| Criminal records | Tennessee Bureau of Investigation — TORIS Tennessee Sex Offender Registry - TN.gov |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Monroe County state portal below |
| Property records | shadden rd 750 - Tennessee Property Assessment Data Monroe - County Assessment Info - TN.gov |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Monroe County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Monroe County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | Monroe County Chamber of Commerce |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Monroe County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Monroe County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Monroe County Records
2026
Monroe County official government portal active
The official Monroe County government website at monroetn.gov continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Monroe County court records portal verified
State court system links for Monroe County verified against the Tennessee judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Monroe County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Monroe County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Monroe County property records online
Monroe County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Monroe County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Monroe County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Monroe 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 Monroe County Records
❌ Myth: "Monroe County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Monroe County are held by the Tennessee state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Monroe 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 Monroe County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Tennessee state repository has verified, current Monroe County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Monroe County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Monroe 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)
- monroetn.gov — Official Monroe 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 — Monroe County & Tennessee Records
For records not specific to Monroe 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 Monroe County, Tennessee
Monroe County is located in southeastern Tennessee. The county seat is Madisonville (official site: https://monroetn.gov/).
- Population: 49,154
- Households: 18,976
- Median household income: $52,123
- Median home value: $174,800
- Below poverty line: 16.0%
- Land area: 635.8 sq mi
- Population density: 77.3 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 4
- NCES schools indexed: 17
shadden rd 750 - Tennessee Property Assessment Data
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Tennessee Property Assessment Data - Parcel Details Report - https://assessment.cot.tn.gov/ Monroe (062) Tax Year 2026 | Reappraisal 2023 · Jan 1 Owner · CULPEPPER LIUDMILA · PO BOX 474 · ENGLEWOOD TN 37329 · Current Owner · SHADDEN RD 750 · Ctrl Map: 144 ·
Monroe - County Assessment Info - TN.gov
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Skip to Main Content · Go to Comptroller.TN.gov · County Assessment Summary · Assessor Information · Trustee Information · Property Tax Rates: · Social Media · x-twitter · youtube · instagram
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04/08/2024 - 9AM ARRAIGNMENT DOCKET
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Monroe County Circuit Court Clerk Welcome to the online home of Monroe County Tennessee Circuit Court Clerk.
04/08/2024 - 9AM ARRAIGNMENT DOCKET
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Home Case Search Pay Online Other Locations Court Dockets Monroe County Dewayna Martin 4500 New Hwy 68 Suite 4 Madisonville, TN 37354 Other Locations Phone: 423.442.2396 Fax: 423-442-4897 · Monroe County Circuit Court Clerk Welcome to the online home of Monroe County Tennessee Circuit Court
30.6ai Mnor(13 _ c),(1
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Home Case Search Pay Online Other Locations Court Dockets Monroe County Dewayna Martin 4500 New Hwy 68 Suite 4 Madisonville, TN 37354 Other Locations Phone: 423.442.2396 Fax: 423-442-4897 · Monroe County Circuit Court Clerk Welcome to the online home of Monroe County Tennessee Circuit Court
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
Monroe County | Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts
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105 College St. S., Madisonville, TN 37354 · 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
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation — TORIS
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Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account · An official website of the United States government Log in to Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock () or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Type the name of a federal court to find links to login to CM/ECF – or – search by other information unique to that court, like their contact information, RSS feed, county codes, and…
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Tennessee Sex Offender Registry - TN.gov
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You may search for an offender by name, alias, address, city, county, zip code, offender ID, registry status or offense.
Monroe County Chamber of Commerce
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A single listing in the Monroe County Chamber of Commerce Online Business & Services Directory.
Moore County Early Voting Site(s) - TNMap
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Division of Publications publishes the following: Acts and Resolutions of the General Assembly, Administrative Register, Blue Book, Open Appointments, Rules and Regulations of the State of Tennesse, and other documents for which the secretary of state is responsible.
Cemeteries & Burials
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The new EDGAR advanced search gives you access to the full text of electronic filings since 2001 · Refine search results by: · Entity · Incorporated in · Principal executive offices located in · Click headings to show top filters. Document counts shown in # · Show Columns · Filed · ...
Business Directory
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Monroe County?
Monroe County court cases are filed with the Circuit Court Clerk / Criminal Court Clerk. Search the Monroe County | Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts portal: https://www.tncourts.gov/node/9782374. For federal matters, see PACER.
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.
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.
How do I run a Tennessee background check?
Tennessee background checks are handled by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. 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.