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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Franklin County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Vermont state publishers on the review date. 2 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Franklin County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Franklin County, Vermont — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
51,066
Population
Census estimate
19,233
Households
Census estimate
$73,633
Median income
Annual household
$263,200
Median home value
Census ACS
St
County seat
In Vermont
Criminal records
1 source
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
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Franklin County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Franklin County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Vermont Judiciary Public Portal Court Calendar for Franklin Family Division |
| Criminal records | Inmates — VineLink |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Franklin County state portal below |
| Property records | No verified source — see Franklin County state portal below |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Franklin County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Franklin County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | Directory Alpha Search: r | Franklin County Regional Chamber… |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Franklin County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Franklin County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Franklin County Records
2026
Franklin County court records portal verified
State court system links for Franklin County verified against the Vermont judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Franklin County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Franklin 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 Franklin County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Franklin County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Franklin 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 Franklin County Records
❌ Myth: "Franklin County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Franklin County are held by the Vermont state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Franklin 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 Franklin County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Vermont state repository has verified, current Franklin County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Franklin County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Franklin 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 — Franklin County & Vermont Records
For records not specific to Franklin 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 Franklin County, Vermont
Franklin County is located in Vermont. The county seat is St.
- Population: 51,066
- Households: 19,233
- Median household income: $73,633
- Median home value: $263,200
- Below poverty line: 10.4%
- Land area: 631.0 sq mi
- Population density: 80.9 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 13
- NCES schools indexed: 22
Vermont Judiciary Public Portal
Official Free
Anonymous public users and members of the general public can view case summaries for Civil Division and Judicial Bureau cases remotely. Document viewing and access to all other public case types (criminal, family, probate and others) is available to the general public only at courthouse public access terminals.
Court Calendar for Franklin Family Division
Official Free
Wheeler) Juvenile (Rosanna S. Chase) DCF, SRS Mother Victim's Advocate Monday, Feb. 8 Juvenile Confidential Case 9:00 AM 73-6-20 Frjv/Juvenile Confidential Case Type Franklin Family/Criminal Courtroom #2 Juvenile Confidential Hearing Petitioner (Diane C. Wheeler) Juvenile (Rosanna S.
Court Hearings | Vermont Judiciary
Official Free
Franklin Civil and Probate Division Courthouse at 17 Church Street in St Albans will be closed on Friday May 8. Read more>> NOTICE: Temporary Unavailability of eFile & Serve, Public Portal, Vermont Digital Evidence Portal and Attorney Licensing Portal. Read More>> Beware of Scams: Fraudulent Messages Targeting Vermont Drivers. Read more>> Vermont Judiciary Transitioning from Webex to Zoom for Remote Hearings. Read more>> The Orleans County ...
Court Hearings | Vermont Judiciary
Official Free
Franklin Civil and Probate Division Courthouse at 17 Church Street in St Albans will be closed on Friday May 8. Read more>> NOTICE: Temporary Unavailability of eFile & Serve, Public Portal, Vermont Digital Evidence Portal and Attorney Licensing Portal. Read More>> Beware of Scams: Fraudulent Messages Targeting Vermont Drivers. Read more>> Vermont Judiciary Transitioning from Webex to Zoom for Remote Hearings. Read more>> The Orleans County ...
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 ...
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 ...
Directory Alpha Search: r | Franklin County Regional Chamber of Commerce
Official Free
Richford, Vermont 05476 · Map · (802) 848-3838 · Richford Health Center · 44 Main Street, Ste. 200 · Richford, VT 05476 · (802) 255-5560 · Rosie's Snacks, Inc. P.O. Box 123 · Swanton, VT 05488 · Map · (802) 868-2877 · Runamok Maple · 293 Fletcher Road · Fairfax, VT 05454 · Map · (802) 849-7943 · Ryan J's Landscaping, Inc. P.O. Box 225 · Swanton, VT 05488 · (802) 309-8091 · Business Directory News Releases Events Calendar Hot Deals Member To Member Deals Marketspace Job Postings Contact Us Information & Brochures Weather Join The Chamber
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 ...
Vital Records | Vermont Department of Health
Official Free
Phone: 800-439-5008 (within VT) or 802-863-7275 Email: [email protected] New Adoption Law: Act 100 Beginning July 1, 2023, the following persons may request a Order certified and noncertified copies of Vermont vital records, find all forms and other vital
Public Records - Vermont Secretary of State
Official Free
Guide to Vermont's Town Clerks, Treasurers and County Clerks (for land and other municipal records) Secretary of State Search Tools: To look up an individual, verify a license, or access a list of licensees in a profession, navigate to our Office of Professional Regulation’s Find a Professional page.
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 Franklin County?
Franklin 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.
Does an active warrant show up on a background check in Vermont?
Yes. Active warrants in Vermont appear on name-based criminal background checks through the Vermont Crime Information Center system the moment they are entered. Some employers also run a separate NCIC warrant query, which catches federal warrants as well.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Vermont if I wasn't convicted?
In Vermont, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Vermont's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Vermont Crime Information Center.
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.