Population
730K
County Seat
Nashville
Libraries
23
Schools
155
Searching Davidson County: what to expect
Don't expect a county web presence here: Davidson County's records live in state systems and filing cabinets, not on local sites. The sources below are the statewide layer that covers the county. Tennessee courts search county by county, and Davidson County has no public online docket listed — case records mean the clerk's office, or the statewide options on the Tennessee court records page.
SearchSystems Editorial
Edited by SearchSystems Editorial Team — verified against official government sources. About our editorial process.
Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Davidson County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Tennessee state publishers on the review date. 6 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Davidson County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Davidson County, Tennessee — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
729,505
Population
Census estimate
302,663
Households
Census estimate
$71,863
Median income
Annual household
$354,700
Median home value
Census ACS
Nashville
County seat
In Tennessee
Criminal records
5 sources
Court records
9 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
18 sources
Vital records
1 source
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
Davidson County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Davidson County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Public Case Search - Criminal Court Clerk of Metropolitan Na… Davidson County General Sessions Court Metropolitan General … |
| Wants & warrants | |
| Property records | Appraisal & Assessment - Nashville Property Assessor Community Transportation Plans |
| Vital records | Cousins, Not Twins: Metro Archives and Special Collections E… |
| Voter records | Davidson County Early Voting Site(s) - TNMap |
| Professional licenses | Verify Public Search |
| Recorded documents | Schedule SRS March 2021 Page 1 of 2 ELECTRIC POWER BOARD OF THE METROPOLITAN Voters |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Davidson County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Davidson County Records
2026
Davidson County official government portal active
The official Davidson County government website at www.nashville.gov continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Davidson County court records portal verified
State court system links for Davidson County verified against the Tennessee judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Davidson County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Davidson County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Davidson County property records online
Davidson County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Davidson County Records Pathway
1
Step 1 — Start at the Davidson County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Davidson County clerk's office is the first stop.
2
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.
3
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.
4
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 Davidson County Records
MYTH"Davidson County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Davidson County are held by the Tennessee state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Davidson 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 Davidson County data."
FACTOnly the official Tennessee state repository has verified, current Davidson County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Davidson County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Davidson 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.nashville.gov — Official Davidson County government website
- sci.ccc.nashville.gov — Court records — official source
- dcso.nashville.gov — Criminal records — official source
- maps.nashville.gov — Property records — official source
- library.nashville.gov — Vital records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Davidson County & Tennessee Records
For records not specific to Davidson 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
Shortcuts for the most common Davidson County lookups:
About Davidson County, Tennessee
Davidson County is located in north-central Tennessee. The county seat is Nashville (official site: https://www.nashville.gov/).
- Households: 302,663
- Median household income: $71,863
- Median home value: $354,700
- Below poverty line: 14.3%
- Land area: 503.5 sq mi
- Population density: 1,448.9 people / sq mi
Appraisal & Assessment - Nashville Property Assessor
Official Free
The goal of the Assessor of Property for Davidson County, Tennessee is to estimate fair market value for all property in the county. Fair market value is defined as the most probable price a property would sell for in an open market under normal conditions. In order to determine the appraisal,.
Community Transportation Plans
Official Free
Please note that creating presentations is not supported in Internet Explorer versions 6, 7. We recommend upgrading to the latest Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, or Firefox. If you are using IE 8 or later, make sure you turn off "Compatibility View"
Real Property Tax | Nashville.gov
Official Free
The collection of Real Property Taxes in Davidson County is the responsibility of the Office of the Trustee.
Davidson County Register of Deeds | Nashville.gov
Official Free
The Mission of the Davidson County Register of Deeds office is to provide accurate recording of public records for all who use the Register's office. Our goal is to provide excellent customer service and convenient access to these records utilizing the latest technology in an effective, cost efficient and customer friendly manner. The Register of Deeds is a constitutional office established by the Tennessee state legislature as the custodian of legal documents pertaining to real property.
Development Tracker
Official Free
Development Tracker Information on recent applications and filings, updated daily.
Assessor of Property | Nashville.gov
Official Free
Official website of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County.
Public Case Search - Criminal Court Clerk of Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County
Official Free
It is important to note the Tennessee General Assembly has made it a criminal offense for information to be made public once it has been expunged pursuant to T.C.A. 40-32-101. Therefore, it is strongly suggested that you update any search before using the information for official purposes. In no event shall the Criminal Court Clerk of Davidson County.
Davidson County General Sessions Court Metropolitan General Sessions Court
Official Free
Court case information for Davidson County, Tennessee. Dockets list every filing and hearing, usually enough to follow a case without ordering documents. Coverage is deepest for recent decades and thins out further back — check the stated start dates.
Circuit Court Clerk – Joseph P. Day, Clerk
Official Free
Our CaseLink subscription service offers convenient online access to the Clerk’s case management system for Circuit, Probate, and General Sessions–Civil Division cases. Subscribers can search case records and view select document images through a user-friendly web interface. Complimentary on-site training is available for Davidson County subscribers.
Circuit Dockets – Circuit Court Clerk
Official Free
Court case information for Davidson County, Tennessee. Civil, criminal, probate, and traffic divisions may index separately — check each if a search runs dry. Hearing calendars on the same system show what is coming up, not just what happened.
General Sessions Court Probation of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County | General Sessions Court Probation of…
Official Free
The Probation Department for the General Sessions Court of Nashville-Davidson County has the responsibility of ensuring that probationers comply with the conditions of court-ordered probation. This department handles misdemeanor criminal offenses which carry a maximum jail sentence and probation term of 11 months and 29 days per offense.
Juvenile Court Clerk of Metropolitan Nashville & Davidson County – Juvenile Court Clerk of Metropolitan Nashville &…
Official Free
Together, we’re building a better court for our community. Please send questions about e-filing to juvenileefilesupport@jisnashville.gov. We serve Davidson County with integrity, compassion, and professionalism—helping families, attorneys, and partners navigate the juvenile court system with dignity and care.
Howard Gentry | Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts
Official Free
Court case information for Davidson County, Tennessee. Judgment and disposition entries here are what background screeners verify against. Attorneys of record appear on the docket, useful when you need to contact a party.
Tennessee Sex Offender Registry
Criminal & Court Records
OfficialFree
Search the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation registry for sex offenders statewide or in the Nashville-Davidson County.
sor.tbi.tn.gov
Drug Offenders
Criminal & Court Records
OfficialFree
Search the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation for Davidson County drug offender by last name and county.
methor.app.tn.gov
Inmates — VineLink
Official Free
This requirement also applies to jurisdiction which would constitute an offense requiring registration if committed in Tennessee.
Davidson County Sheriff - Active Inmate Search Mobile
Official Free
This office holds the sheriff's records for Davidson County. It is an official government source.
Davidson County Daily Booking List | Nashville.gov
Official Free
The Daily Booking list, as seen below, reflects bookings in Davidson County for three days at a time. Bookings which occur during a weekend or holiday will.
TENNESSEE BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION ATTN: TORIS
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
VINE is not working right now - VINELink
Official Free
The sheriff's side of Davidson County record-keeping — bookings, incident reports, and records requests start here. It is independently run, so verify anything critical against the official criminal record office.
Cousins, Not Twins: Metro Archives and Special Collections Explained | Nashville Public Library
Official Free
Metro Archives: Supported by government as early birth and death certificates (copies of original state records), marriage records, property records, and probate records. Also includes a small vertical file collection on families, businesses, and various other topics.
Smith County Clerk Marriage Applications
Official Free
Complete the below marriage application information to process your application request more efficiently. The information entered below will automatically be forwarded to the smith County Clerk's Office. Note: You will need to use your marriage license within thirty days of the date issued.
Davidson County Early Voting Site(s) - TNMap
Official Free
Division of Publications publishes the following: Acts and Resolutions of the General Assembly, Administrative Register, Blue Book, Open Appointments, Rules and Regulations of the State of Tennesse, and other documents for which the secretary of state is responsible.
Vital Records at the Library and Archives | Tennessee Secretary of State
Official Free
The Metro Archives of Nashville and Davidson County has posted an · online index to Nashville city birth records for 1881 - 1913. Back to Top | Ordering Info | Birth Records | Death Records | Marriage Records | Divorce Records
Verify Public Search
Official Free
Some search results may produce records without a date of birth -- if so, please verify by visiting our office before using for official purpose. NOTE: The "detailed background information" report available via your search will provide information separated in the following categories - CJIS.
Ratessrs2021Mar (PDF)
Official Free
Official public records resource for Davidson County, Tennessee. Start here before paying any commercial site for the same information. The information comes straight from the office that creates the record, not a reseller.
Voters
Business, Voter & Other
OfficialFree
Check the status of your Davidson County voter registration online with the Tennessee Secretary of State.
tnmap.tn.gov
Council Meetings
Business, Voter & Other
OfficialFree
Online videos of Metro Government Council meetings.
nashville.gov
Fire Department Incidents
Business, Voter & Other
OfficialFree
Nashville Fire Department active fire department incident reports, including EMS services.
nashville.gov
Directory | Services
Business, Voter & Other
OfficialFree
Metro government of Davidson County and Nashville directory of available services.
nashville.gov
Directory | Departments
Business, Voter & Other
OfficialFree
Nashville-Davidson County Metro Government department directory.
nashville.gov
Nashville > Police Department > Get Involved > Missing Persons > Steven Paul
Business, Voter & Other
OfficialFree
Nashville & Davidson County Police Department list of missing persons.
nashville.gov
Davidson Co. Portal
Official Free
Official website of the Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Davidson County?
Davidson County court cases are filed with the Circuit Court Clerk / Criminal Court Clerk. Search the Public Case Search - Criminal Court Clerk of Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County portal: https://sci.ccc.nashville.gov/. For federal matters, see PACER.
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.
Does an active warrant show up on a background check in Tennessee?
Yes. Active warrants in Tennessee appear on name-based criminal background checks through the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation system the moment they are entered. Some employers also run a separate NCIC warrant query, which catches federal warrants as well.
Are Tennessee criminal records public?
Mostly yes. Tennessee'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.