Searching Chase County: what to expect
Searches in Chase County run on two layers: a few county-run sources (1 below) and Nebraska's statewide databases for everything else. Court lookups run through Nebraska's statewide system, which charges for full access; the free-versus-paid breakdown is on the Nebraska court records page. The standout local source is chase.gworks.com, covering parcel and property-tax data. For criminal records there's no county-level source online — the statewide routes on the Nebraska criminal records page cover that piece.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Chase County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Nebraska state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Chase County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Chase County, Nebraska — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
3,764
Population
Census estimate
1,478
Households
Census estimate
$57,313
Median income
Annual household
$176,900
Median home value
Census ACS
Imperial
County seat
In Nebraska
Criminal records
see state portal
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
Chase County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Chase County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Chase County Court | Nebraska Judicial Branch Nebraska District Court | PACER: Federal Court Records |
| Criminal records | Two Arrested in Chase County Narcotics Investigation | Nebraska State Patrol |
| Wants & warrants | |
| Property records | County Assessors and Parcel Search | Nebraska Department of … Chase County |
| Vital records | Public Health |
| Voter records | Nonpartisan, Sample Ballot, Primary Election, May 12, 2026 |
| Professional licenses | Licensing - DHHS - Nebraska.gov |
| Recorded documents | Schedule 34-14 SECRETARY OF STATE BUSINESS SERVICES Chase County Welcome | Chase County Est.1873 |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Chase County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Chase County Records
2026
Chase County official government portal active
The official Chase County government website at www.co.chase.ne.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Chase County court records portal verified
State court system links for Chase County verified against the Nebraska judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Chase County property records online
Chase County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside Nebraska, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Chase County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Chase County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Chase County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Nebraska statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Nebraska 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 Chase County Records
MYTH"Chase County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Chase County are held by the Nebraska state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Chase County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing 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 Chase County data."
FACTOnly the official Nebraska state repository has verified, current Chase County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Chase County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Chase County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially 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 and Official Record Portals
- www.co.chase.ne.us — Official Chase County government website
- supremecourt.nebraska.gov — Court records — official source
- revenue.nebraska.gov — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Chase County & Nebraska Records
For records not specific to Chase County, use Nebraska's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Nebraska statewide record systems:
- Nebraska Court Records →
- Nebraska Criminal Records →
- Nebraska Property Records →
- Nebraska Vital Records →
- Nebraska Voter Records →
- Nebraska Wants & Warrants →
- Nebraska Licenses →
- Nebraska Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Nebraska 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
Most Chase County searches end up needing one of these:
About Chase County, Nebraska
Chase County is located in southwest Nebraska. The county seat is Imperial (official site: http://www.co.chase.ne.us/).
- Population: 3,764
- Households: 1,478
- Median household income: $57,313
- Median home value: $176,900
- Below poverty line: 8.2%
- Land area: 894.4 sq mi
- Population density: 4.2 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 2
- NCES schools indexed: 5
County Assessors and Parcel Search | Nebraska Department of Revenue
Official Free
Parcel and valuation data for Chase County — ownership, assessed values, and property characteristics. Searching the official side is free.
Chase County
Official Free
The public information contained herein is furnished as a public service by Chase County. The map, all associated data, and measurements are approximate and not to be used for any official purpose. All assessment information was collected for the purpose of developing the annual Property Tax.
Boyd County Assessor
Official Free
Property research in Chase County starts here: parcels, assessments, and tax detail. If a link breaks, the office homepage at nebraskaassessorsonline.us carries the new path.
Chase County Court | Nebraska Judicial Branch
Official Free
Court case information for Chase County, Nebraska. Fee waivers and forms usually live on the same court site. Case numbers speed searches considerably, but party names work.
Nebraska JUSTICE Case Search
Official Free
Nebraska Justice — Criminal Case Name Search. Official statewide criminal court case lookup.
Two Arrested in Chase County Narcotics Investigation | Nebraska State Patrol
Official Free
Investigators with the Nebraska State Patrol have arrested two people in southwest Nebraska as part of an ongoing narcotics investigation. Wednesday, investigators served a search warrant at a residence in rural Lamar, in Chase County. The NSP SWAT Team was activated as part of this operation.
Public Health
Official Free
Birth, death, and marriage record requests for Chase County route through this office. If a link breaks, the office homepage at dhhs.ne.gov carries the new path.
Nonpartisan, Sample Ballot, Primary Election, May 12, 2026
Official Free
Voter registration and election information for Nebraska. Registration data is public under state law, though how much displays online varies. Absentee and mail-ballot tracking usually runs through the same portal.
Licensing - DHHS - Nebraska.gov
Official Free
Nebraska Rev. Stat. 48-239 provides medical and religious exemptions for some workers.
Schedule 34-14 SECRETARY OF STATE BUSINESS SERVICES
Official Free
Business filing records for Nebraska. Filings show registered agents, status, and history — the paper trail behind any company name. The registered agent listed is who accepts lawsuits for the company; process servers work from this record.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Chase County?
Chase County court cases are searchable through the Chase County Court | Nebraska Judicial Branch portal: https://supremecourt.nebraska.gov/chase-county-court. Nebraska also operates a state-level case lookup through the JUSTICE (Nebraska Courts) system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Does an arrest show up on a background check before conviction in Nebraska?
Yes — in Nebraska, 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.
Are Nebraska marriage records public?
Marriage records in Nebraska 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.
Are Nebraska criminal records public?
Mostly yes. Nebraska's public-records law makes adult arrests, court filings, and conviction histories accessible to anyone unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Juvenile cases and sealed records are generally excluded by statute.