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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Moore County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Tennessee state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Moore County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Moore County, Tennessee — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
6,773
Population
Census estimate
2,558
Households
Census estimate
$69,250
Median income
Annual household
$256,700
Median home value
Census ACS
Lynchburg
County seat
In Tennessee
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
3 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
Moore County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Moore County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Bedford + Lincoln + Marshall + Moore County | Tennessee Admi… Courtfeepay.com |
| Criminal records | Tennessee Bureau of Investigation — TORIS Tennessee Sex Offender Registry - TN.gov |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Moore County state portal below |
| Property records | Tennessee Property Assessment Data | Parcel Details Moore County |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Moore County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Moore County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Moore County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Moore County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Moore County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Moore County Records
2026
Moore County court records portal verified
State court system links for Moore County verified against the Tennessee judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Moore County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Moore County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Moore County property records online
Moore County property assessment and recorder office online portal 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 Moore County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Moore County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Moore 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 Moore County Records
❌ Myth: "Moore County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Moore County are held by the Tennessee state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Moore 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 Moore County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Tennessee state repository has verified, current Moore County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Moore County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Moore 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.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 — Moore County & Tennessee Records
For records not specific to Moore 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 Moore County, Tennessee
Moore County is located in south-central Tennessee. The county seat is Lynchburg.
- Population: 6,773
- Households: 2,558
- Median household income: $69,250
- Median home value: $256,700
- Below poverty line: 9.9%
- Land area: 129.2 sq mi
- Population density: 52.4 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 1
- NCES schools indexed: 2
Tennessee Property Assessment Data | Parcel Details
Official Free
Control Group: Parcel: Property Special · Map: Identifier: Interest: 026 090.01 000 · Value Information · Land Market Value: $130,700 · Improvement Value: $341,700 · Total Market Appraisal: $472,400 · Assessment Percentage: 25% Assessment: $118,100 · Subdivision Data · Subdivision: MAX & HAZEL MOORE FARM ·
Maps County Maps Moore County
Official Free
WILSON COUNTY, Tenn. --- The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) and Tennessee State Parks (TSP) are partnering to host Wilderness Day in the Glade on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Cedars of Lebanon State Park.
🌐 tn.gov
moore
Official Free
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.
Bedford + Lincoln + Marshall + Moore County | Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts
Official Free
County: Bedford, Lincoln, Marshall, Moore · Court: Circuit, Criminal & Chancery Courts · Name: Cox, James "J. B." B. County: Bedford, Lincoln, Marshall, Moore · Court: Circuit, Criminal & Chancery Courts · Name: Durard, Forest A. County: Bedford, Lincoln, Marshall, Moore ·
Courtfeepay.com
Official Free
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Tennessee Bureau of Investigation — TORIS
Official Free
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
Tennessee Sex Offender Registry - TN.gov
Official Free
You may search for an offender by name, alias, address, city, county, zip code, offender ID, registry status or offense.
VINE is not working right now - VINELink
Official Free
ALL PERSONAL INFORMATION SUBMITTED BY USERS OF THIS SITE WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL AND WILL BE USED ONLY FOR VINE SERVICES, INCLUDING NOTIFICATION PURPOSES. The VINE service representatives may contact you from time to time to ask about your experience with the VINELink site and our VINE services.
TN Early Voting Information - TNMap
Official Free
Registered residents of Shelby County are allowed to vote at any of the following Early Voting Sites at the designated dates and times.
Moore 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 ...
🌐 tn.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Moore County?
Moore County court cases are filed with the Circuit Court Clerk / Criminal Court Clerk. Search the Bedford + Lincoln + Marshall + Moore County | Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts portal: https://www.tncourts.gov/jd/2+106+111+118. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Tennessee?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Tennessee counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
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.
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.