Campbell County
Campbell County is located in the northeastern region of Wyoming, often referred to as the "Energy Capital of the Nation" due to its abundant natural resources, including coal, oil, and natural gas. It was established in 1911, spanning approximately 4,802.1 square miles, with a population of about 46,857 residents. Gillette, the largest city, serves as the county seat and the central hub for economic and governmental activities.
The Campbell County judicial system is part of Wyoming's Unified Court structure and comprises the District Court which operates within Wyoming's 6th Judicial District and the Circuit Court. The District Court handles felony criminal cases, civil cases involving claims over $50,000, and domestic relations matters such as divorce and custody and cases requesting injunctive relief. It also manages probate cases, including estates, guardianships, and conservatorships as well as juvenile matters, including delinquency and child protection cases. The Circuit Court has jurisdiction over misdemeanors, traffic violations, and civil cases involving claims up to $50,000. It conducts preliminary hearings for felony cases and handles small claims cases, enforcement of liens on land, recovery of money, claims for the recovery of personal property, foreclosures, and landlord-tenant disputes. On the other hand, the Municipal Court is responsible for cases involving violations of city ordinances, including traffic infractions and certain misdemeanors.
Court records in Campbell County are maintained by the County Clerk's Office to ensure transparency and public accountability. They contain information on various court proceedings including dockets, court judgments, dispositions, subpoenas, and case filings. The following are examples of court records:
- Criminal records
- Civil records
- Probate records
- Juvenile records
- Domestic relations records
- Small claims records
Wyoming's Public Records Act grants individuals the right to access most court records, excluding those deemed confidential such as juvenile, adoption, and sealed records. The Wyoming Supreme Court's Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) and the Wyoming Judicial Branch Case Search Portal provide online access to court records. Court records can also be requested directly at the Campbell County Courthouse at:
500 S. Gillette Avenue
Gillette, WY 82716
Phone: (307) 682-3424
While accessing records is often free, obtaining copies may incur fees. Certified copies typically cost extra.
