Dodge County
Dodge County was established in 1855, located in the eastern part of the state. It is named after Augustus C. Dodge. The county spans approximately 528.8 square miles of total land and enjoys the title of the 74th largest overall county within Nebraska based on total area. As of the 2020 United States Census, the county has an estimated population of 37,167 people, and Fremont serves as the county seat.
The court system in Dodge County consists of a District Court and a County Court. The Dodge County District Court is a general jurisdiction trial court within Nebraska's judicial system, with authority over most criminal and civil cases. It has original jurisdiction in felony cases and related lesser offenses. The court also handles general civil cases where the amount in dispute exceeds $53,000, domestic relations matters, and specific probate and mental health cases. Additionally, the District Court serves an appellate function, reviewing appeals from decisions made by the County Court. The County Court in Dodge County has limited jurisdiction, primarily handling misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic offenses, and civil cases with claims up to $53,000. It also handles probate matters, including wills and estates, as well as guardianships and conservatorships. Additionally, the County Court processes preliminary felony hearings and can issue arrest warrants.
Dodge County court records include case filings, motions, orders, judgments, and other relevant documents generated in the course of legal proceedings. The Nebraska Public Records Law permits residents and other interested individuals to inspect and obtain copies of records, except for those not subject to public disclosure, such as trade secrets or medical records. Dodge County court records include the following:
- Civil Records
- Probate Records
- Traffic Records
- Criminal Records
- Juvenile Records
Within Dodge County, the Clerk of the District Court is responsible for preserving court records. Record seekers may search for court records online through the Nebraska Judicial Branch Case Search Portal by party name, court type, case type, or attorney. Record seekers may also visit the courthouse in person to inspect and obtain copies of court records at:
Clerk of the District Court
428 N Broad
Fremont, NE 68025
Phone: (402) 727-2780
