How to Search Washington County Records (Start Here)
Washington County maintains separate search systems for court records, assessor data, and recorded documents. Search each where you need specifically.
- Check the Washington County Assessor's office for assessed value, tax class, and parcel details.
- Statewide criminal-record search availability varies by state. For Minnesota, contact the state police or bureau of investigation.
In Minnesota, property ownership and document history may be split across the county recorder/clerk and the assessor. Search both if you need both records.
Each source below is verified and links to an official portal.
Criminal & Court Records
Washington County Court Calendar
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Minnesota Trial Court Public Access (MPA) system court calendar for Washington County, Minnesota.
Washington County Court Records | Civil, Family, Probate
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Search the Minnesota Trial Court Public Access (MPA) system for Washington County, Minnesota civil, family, and probate case records by case number, party name, or attorney.
Washington County Court Records | Criminal, Traffic, Petty
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Search the Minnesota Trial Court Public Access (MPA) system for Washington County, Minnesota criminal felony, gross misdemeanor, misdemeanor, traffic, and petty misdemeanor records by case number, defendant name, citation number, or attorney.
Washington County Judgments
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Search the Minnesota Trial Court Public Access (MPA) system for Washington County, Minnesota judgments by first and last name or business name.
Jail & Inmate Records
Inmates | VineLink
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VineLink index of Washington County offender records.
Washington County Most Wanted
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Browse these most wanted fugitive posters issued by the Washington County, Minnesota Sheriff.
Washington County Recorded Documents
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Washington County Recorder land records and recorded document searches available with a subscription to RecordEASE.
Washington County Warrants
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Search by last name for persons with outstanding warrants in Washington County, Minnesota.
Property & Tax Records
Property | Assessor
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Real estate and property sales record searches from the Washington County Assessor's Office.
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Washington County Property Tax
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Use this Washington County, Minnesota to search for property and property tax information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Washington County? ▼
Go to the Clerk of Court for court records in Washington County. Start there for case lookups and dockets.
Who handles property records in Washington County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Recorder. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Assessor. For tax bills and payments, go to the Tax Collector.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Washington County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Washington County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from the state Vital Records office. Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Washington County records available online? ▼
Online access in Washington County varies by office. Contact the offices listed above directly by phone or in person for records not yet available online.
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