Searching Sweetwater County: what to expect
Sweetwater County keeps a modest online footprint — 2 of the 13 sources below are the county's own; the rest is statewide coverage. Wyoming courts search county by county, and Sweetwater County has no public online docket listed — case records mean the clerk's office, or the statewide options on the Wyoming court records page. The standout local source is sweetwater911.org, covering the sheriff's side — jail roster and inmate lookups. The county posts nothing for recorded documents, so that search runs through the statewide sources on our Wyoming recorded documents page.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Sweetwater County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Wyoming state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Sweetwater County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Sweetwater County, Wyoming — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
41,273
Population
Census estimate
16,335
Households
Census estimate
$79,375
Median income
Annual household
$240,300
Median home value
Census ACS
Green River
County seat
In Wyoming
Criminal records
4 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
1 source
Property records
1 source
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
2 sources
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
Sweetwater County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Sweetwater County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Collection: Guide to the Sweetwater County District Court Re… District Court, 3rd Judicial District, Sweetwater County - W… |
| Wants & warrants | Sweetwater County Sheriff Office, WY, Arrest Warrants Search |
| Property records | Sweetwater County, WY |
| Vital records | Vital Record Services - Wyoming Department of Health |
| Voter records | Sweetwater County, WY Voter Registration Information |
| Recorded documents | Sweetwater County, WY Sweetwater County State of Wyoming |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Sweetwater County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Sweetwater County Records
2026
Sweetwater County official government portal active
The official Sweetwater County government website at www.sweet.wy.us continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Sweetwater County court records portal verified
State court system links for Sweetwater County verified against the Wyoming judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Sweetwater County property records online
Sweetwater County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
The 4-Step Sweetwater County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Sweetwater County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Sweetwater County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Wyoming statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Wyoming 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 Sweetwater County Records
MYTH"Sweetwater County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Sweetwater County are held by the Wyoming state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Sweetwater 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 Sweetwater County data."
FACTOnly the official Wyoming state repository has verified, current Sweetwater County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Sweetwater County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Sweetwater 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.sweet.wy.us — Official Sweetwater County government website
- wyocomet.wyo.gov — Court records — official source
- www.sweetwatercountywy.gov — Criminal records — official source
- health.wyo.gov — Vital records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Sweetwater County & Wyoming Records
For records not specific to Sweetwater County, use Wyoming's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Wyoming statewide record systems:
- Wyoming Court Records →
- Wyoming Criminal Records →
- Wyoming Property Records →
- Wyoming Vital Records →
- Wyoming Voter Records →
- Wyoming Wants & Warrants →
- Wyoming Licenses →
- Wyoming Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Wyoming 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 Sweetwater County searches end up needing one of these:
About Sweetwater County, Wyoming
Sweetwater County is located in southwest Wyoming. The county seat is Green River (official site: http://www.sweet.wy.us ).
- Population: 41,273
- Households: 16,335
- Median household income: $79,375
- Median home value: $240,300
- Below poverty line: 11.7%
- Land area: 10,427.0 sq mi
- Population density: 4.0 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 9
- NCES schools indexed: 27
Inmate Roster
Official Free
This is a list of the current inmate roster at the Sweetwater County Detention Center sorted by booking date. This list does not contain juvenile inmates. Use the search tool on the right (or bottom of this page on a mobile device) to narrow the results.
Sheriff's Office
Official Free
Overall, the Sheriff's Office today is organized not only to successfully fulfill our statutory and constitutional obligations, but also to ensure we effectively meet the ever-changing public safety demands of the world in which we live while offering a variety of community-oriented services to our county and its residents. Mission Statement Our mission is to consistently contribute to a safe and secure living environment for all by providing quality law enforcement and support services to the citizens and communities of Sweetwater County.
Collection: Guide to the Sweetwater County District Court Records | ArchivesSpace Public Interface
Official Free
Collection contains administrative and case records for the Sweetwater County District Court. Records cover civil, criminal, probate, and juvenile court cases.
District Court, 3rd Judicial District, Sweetwater County - Wyoming Judicial Branch
Official Free
Please review the available technology. You are responsible for bringing any necessary cables / adapters. If you have questions about the technology provided in the courtroom or would like to schedule a test using the available equipment, please contact the court directly.
Public Access to Court Electronic Records | PACER: Federal Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
.gov
Federal court cases touching Sweetwater County — bankruptcy, federal civil, and federal criminal — sit in PACER rather than the county system. Searching the official side is free.
Sweetwater County, WY
Official Free
Public Records Request Voter Registry List Request Form Voter ID Required at Polls on Election Day Wyoming 2025-2026 Election Calendar
Voter Registration Information
Official Free
Any other form of identification issued by an official agency of the United States or a State. Where to Register Register to vote at our office located at 80 W Flaming Gorge Way Ste. 155, Green River, WY 82935. Inability to Register In-Person If you are unable to register in person, you may print the voter registration form (PDF) and return it to us.
Registering to Vote in Wyoming
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Sheriff's Office
Official Free
Location Sweetwater County Detention Center <strong>50140 US Highway 191 South Rock Springs, WY 82901</strong> To get to the Detention Center, take exit 99 from Interstate 80 onto US Highway 191 South
Vital Record Services - Wyoming Department of Health
Official Free
Vital-record certificates connected to Sweetwater County are ordered here. Searching the official side is free.
Sweetwater County, WY
Official Free
Official public records resource for Sweetwater County, Wyoming. Government sites reorganize often; if a link breaks, the office's homepage will carry the new path. Older material may require an in-person visit or a mailed request.
Sweetwater County, WY
Official Free
All documents must be clearly readable and reproducible Our office will not accept any deed, contract or other document transferring legal or equitable title to real property until a completed SOC has been signed by the grantee or their agent!
State of Wyoming
Business, Voter & Other
.gov
Historical records index covering Wyoming. Local societies and volunteers maintain these — a thank-you or small donation keeps them going. A compiled resource — verify anything important against the official record it points toward.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Sweetwater County?
Sweetwater County court cases are searchable through the Collection: Guide to the Sweetwater County District Court Records | ArchivesSpace Public Interface portal: https://wyocomet.wyo.gov/repositories/2/resources/90. Wyoming also operates a state-level case lookup through the Wyoming Courts system. For federal matters, see PACER.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Wyoming if I wasn't convicted?
In Wyoming, 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. Wyoming's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Wyoming DCI.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Wyoming?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Wyoming 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.
What's the difference between a court record and a criminal record in Wyoming?
A court record shows everything filed in a specific case — pleadings, motions, judgments. A criminal record (rap sheet) is a person-centric history from the Wyoming DCI that aggregates arrests and dispositions across all courts in Wyoming. Court records are searched by case; criminal records by person.