Vermont court records are filed with the Court Clerk. The Superior Court (unified) handles trial-level cases. Vermont offers a statewide court search through Vermont Judiciary, which covers most case types across all counties courts.
What this page covers: Vermont state court case records — criminal, civil, family, and probate filings. What it does not cover: Federal court cases (those are on PACER) or sealed/juvenile records.
Where to start: Use Vermont Judiciary for online case search. If you need documents beyond docket information, contact the Court Clerk in the specific county where the case was filed.
Common mistake: Vermont Judiciary covers state courts only. Federal cases filed in Vermont (bankruptcy, federal criminal, federal civil) require PACER — a separate federal system.
Court Records Databases
20 official Vermont government court records databases.
Court Records
Vermont Counties
All 14 Vermont counties. Click any county for local court, sheriff, recorder and assessor links.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free statewide criminal search in Vermont?▼
Vermont's official criminal-history repository is operated by the state law-enforcement agency. Free public access to a complete criminal history is generally not available; an official background check typically requires fingerprints and a fee. County-level court records can be searched at no cost through individual court websites.
How do I search Vermont court cases?▼
Vermont's court system is headed by the Vermont Supreme Court. Trial-court business is handled by the Superior Court (14 counties, multiple divisions). Many Vermont courts publish docket searches and case lookups online — see the Court Records tab above for direct links.
Where do I search Vermont business entities?▼
The Vermont Secretary of State (or equivalent agency) operates the official business-entity search. You can typically search corporations, LLCs, LPs, and other registered entities by name or registration number. See the Licenses or Business tab above.
What is the difference between Assessor and Recorder in Vermont?▼
The Assessor determines property values for tax purposes. The Recorder (or Clerk-Recorder) records deeds, mortgages, liens, and other property documents. Some county offices combine these roles, others keep them separate. Check the specific county page for details.
How do I obtain a Vermont birth or death certificate?▼
Vermont vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce certificates) are issued by the Vermont Department of Health (Vital Records) and, in many cases, by local county clerks. Fees and ID requirements are set by the issuing agency.
Are Vermont property records free to search?▼
Most county-level property and recorded-document searches are free for basic information through the Assessor or Recorder website. Certified copies of deeds typically have a per-page fee. Direct links are in the Property Records tab above.
How do I check a Vermont sex offender?▼
The Vermont sex offender registry is maintained by the state law-enforcement agency under the Sex Offender Registration and Community Notification Act. The registry is searchable by name, ZIP code, or address.