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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Caledonia County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Vermont state publishers on the review date. 2 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Caledonia County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Caledonia County, Vermont — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
30,535
Population
Census estimate
12,819
Households
Census estimate
$62,964
Median income
Annual household
$197,700
Median home value
Census ACS
St. Johnsbury
County seat
In Vermont
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
4 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
see state portal
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
Caledonia County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Caledonia County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Vermont Judiciary Public Portal Court Calendar for Caledonia Probate Division |
| Criminal records | Inmates — VineLink Caledoniasheriff |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Caledonia County state portal below |
| Property records | No verified source — see Caledonia County state portal below |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Caledonia County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Caledonia County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Caledonia County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Caledonia County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Caledonia County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Caledonia County Records
2026
Caledonia County court records portal verified
State court system links for Caledonia County verified against the Vermont judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Caledonia County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Caledonia County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside Vermont, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Caledonia County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Caledonia County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Caledonia County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Vermont statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Vermont 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 Caledonia County Records
❌ Myth: "Caledonia County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Caledonia County are held by the Vermont state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Caledonia 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 Caledonia County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Vermont state repository has verified, current Caledonia County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Caledonia County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Caledonia 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)
- portal.vtcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Caledonia County & Vermont Records
For records not specific to Caledonia County, use Vermont's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Vermont statewide record systems:
- Vermont Court Records →
- Vermont Criminal Records →
- Vermont Property Records →
- Vermont Vital Records →
- Vermont Voter Records →
- Vermont Wants & Warrants →
- Vermont Licenses →
- Vermont Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Vermont 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 Caledonia County, Vermont
Caledonia County is located in Vermont.
- Population: 30,535
- Households: 12,819
- Median household income: $62,964
- Median home value: $197,700
- Below poverty line: 11.8%
- Land area: 649.2 sq mi
- Population density: 47.0 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 14
- NCES schools indexed: 13
Vermont Judiciary Public Portal
Official Free
Odyssey File & Serve (here) is the electronic filing site for all Vermont courts. 💻 It is recommended that you TURN OFF any pop-up blockers for this site to work properly, and that you do not use the Safari browser. For Public Portal help and support please email itsupport@vtcourts.gov · 8/2/23: Due to privacy concerns, parties’ home addresses will no longer be viewable on the Public Portal case summary page. Parties’ addresses may still be viewed on individual case documents. PRINTING CASE RECORDS: There is currently a problem with the printer icon/button on the case summary page that is…
Court Calendar for Caledonia Probate Division
Official Free
20 Guardianship - Custodial Minor Case 10:00 AM 21-PR-01913/Probate Caledonia Courtroom 3 Motion Hearing Guardian Guardian Guardian Bio Mother Bio Mother Guardian Ad Litem Ariel Zevon Bio Father Bio Father Tuesday, Feb. 20 Estate of: Glendon Randall 1:00 PM 24-PR-00360/Probate Caledonia Courtroom 3 Testate Estate Commencement Hearing Petitioner Randall D.
Public Portal | Vermont Judiciary
Official Free
The Public Portal is a web-based platform that offers court users and members of the general public customized role-based access to court records, hearing calendars and other data . The Portal also provides a convenient way to pay court fines online from anywhere on any compatible device.
Caledonia Criminal Division | Vermont Judiciary
Official Free
Right to an Interpreter If you do not speak English as your primary language and have a limited ability to read, speak, write, or understand English, then you have a right to a court-appointed interpreter, and the Vermont Judiciary will provide you with an interpreter at no cost to you so that you can access or participate in court proceedings or services.
Inmates — VineLink
Official Free
PACER systems will undergo maintenance on Sunday, April 26, 2026, from 4:55 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ET . As a result, certain portions of this site may be temporarily degraded during the maintenance window. Online payment processing will be unavailable on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 6-9 p.m. ET ...
Caledoniasheriff
Official Free
Caledonia County Sheriff Department | 1126 Main Street, Suite 2, Saint Johnsbury, VT 05819 | (802) 748-6666 | Email: info@caledoniasheriff.com.
Home Page | Vermont Crime Information Center
Official Free
This Vermont Crime Information Center (VCIC) internet site has been designed to provide extensive information on many of our various programs to include pertinent program instructions, FAQ's, and downloadable forms . Additional informational links and some slide show presentations can also be ...
Vital Records | Vermont Department of Health
Official Free
The Vermont vital records system includes eight types of vital events: births, deaths, marriages, divorces, civil unions, dissolutions, fetal deaths and abortions .
Welcome to State Of Vermont
Official Free
Before submitting your application, review the profession website for profession-specific requirements, FAQs, and instructions. General questions are answered on the general FAQ page. Please allow 5 business days for processing before contacting the office. Updates are sent in real-time to ...
Local Offices & Officials - Vermont Secretary of State
Official Free
Guide to Vermont's Town Clerks, Treasurers, and County Clerks · Selectboard Member Listing · Justice of the Peace Listing · The Vermont Justices of the Peace Guide (2019) A Handbook for Vermont Moderators (2009) Local Office Descriptions · Notaries Public Info and FAQs ·
Vermont Business Search
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
Vermont SOS business search.
bizfilings.vermont.gov
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Caledonia County?
Caledonia County court cases are searchable through the Vermont Judiciary Public Portal portal: https://portal.vtcourts.gov/Portal/. Vermont also operates a state-level case lookup through the Vermont Judiciary system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Vermont?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Vermont counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
Are Vermont marriage records public?
Marriage records in Vermont 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.
How do I run a Vermont background check?
Vermont background checks are handled by the Vermont Crime Information Center. 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.