Tulsa County Court Records Search
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Tulsa County, Oklahoma, is the state’s second-most-populous county and home to a court system that handles tens of thousands of cases each year. The Tulsa County District Court serves as the county’s primary trial court, operating through five specialized divisions — civil, criminal, family, juvenile, and probate — that collectively handle the full range of legal matters filed within the county. The Tulsa County Court Clerk, currently Don Newberry, is the elected official charged by Oklahoma state statutes with maintaining the records of all Tulsa County District Court cases. Nine municipal courts operating within individual cities round out the county’s judicial structure.
Accessing Court Records in Tulsa County:
Requesters in Oklahoma have several reliable options for locating court case information. Official resources include the court clerk’s office, public access terminals inside the courthouse, written mail requests, and state-operated online systems. The OklahomaCourts.us state courts website may help identify publicly available court case information for counties across Oklahoma. For comprehensive and legally verified records, the official court clerk and state judicial portal remain the most authoritative sources.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Tulsa County?
Online Search via OSCN
The Oklahoma Supreme Court Network’s OSCN Docket Search tool is the primary online platform for accessing Tulsa County District Court records. The Tulsa County Court Clerk was the first in Oklahoma to implement the Oklahoma Court Information System in October 1999, and the county’s records are fully integrated into this statewide database. The portal allows searches by party name or case number and returns basic case information including parties, case type, filing date, and case status. Access is free and available to anyone without registration.
Step-by-Step: OSCN Name Search
- Go to the OSCN Docket Search page.
- Select “Tulsa” from the county dropdown menu.
- Enter the subject’s first and last name in the name search fields.
- Review the results, which display matching case records with party names, case numbers, and filing information.
- Click any case number to view detailed docket entries and case history.
In-Person Access at the Court Clerk’s Office
The Tulsa County Court Clerk’s office is located on the second floor of the Tulsa County Courthouse. Staff can assist with locating case files, processing copy requests, and answering procedural questions. Photo identification is required when collecting records in person.
Tulsa County Court Clerk
Address: 500 South Denver Avenue, Suite 200, Tulsa, OK 74103
Phone: (918) 596-5420
Chief Deputy: (918) 596-5421
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Mail Requests
Written requests can be mailed to the same address. Each mail request should include the names of the parties, the case filing date, and the case number if known, along with a self-addressed stamped envelope and payment for any applicable copy fees.
Are Court Records Public in Tulsa County?
Court records in Tulsa County are governed by the Oklahoma Open Records Act, Title 51, Sections 24A.1 through 24A.30 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which establishes a presumption that all government records are open to the public unless specifically exempted by statute. This means the default position is disclosure, and agencies bear the burden of demonstrating why a record should be withheld.
Records That Are Open to the Public
Most civil case filings, criminal dockets, probate inventories, family court judgments, and court orders are accessible to the public through the OSCN portal or at the clerk’s office. Records of concluded cases are generally available for inspection without a stated purpose.
Restricted and Confidential Record Categories
Certain records are withheld from public access under Oklahoma law:
- Sealed and expunged records — removed from public view by court order
- Juvenile records — confidential under Oklahoma juvenile statutes
- Adoption records — require a court order to access once a final decree has been issued; only the petitioner’s attorney may review pre-finalization records without a court order
- Guardianship and mental health records — classified as confidential; access limited to the attorney of record, the guardian, the ward, or qualified abstractors; a court order is required for all others
- Mental health case records — entirely confidential; court order required
- Ongoing criminal investigation records — withheld when disclosure would compromise active investigations
- Sensitive personal identifiers — Social Security numbers, financial account details, and medical information are redacted before records are provided to the public
Tulsa County Criminal Court Records
Felony and serious misdemeanor criminal cases in Tulsa County are handled by the Criminal Division of the Tulsa County District Court. The Court Clerk maintains all criminal case records, which are searchable online through the OSCN Docket Search and in person at the clerk’s office.
Searching Criminal Court Cases
Criminal docket information for Tulsa County cases is available through the OSCN Docket Search by entering the defendant’s name or case number. The system returns party names, charges, case status, hearing dates, and docket entries.
OSBI Criminal History Records
Statewide criminal history records are maintained by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI). The OSBI serves as Oklahoma’s central repository for all criminal history information. Two search methods are available:
- Online (name-based): Use the Criminal History Information Request Portal (CHIRP) with the subject’s full name and date of birth. Fee: $15.00
- Mail or in-person (fingerprint-based): Download and complete the Criminal History Request Form and submit with fingerprint cards. Fee: $19.00
OSBI — Oklahoma City Office
Address: 6600 North Harvey Place, Oklahoma City, OK 73116
Phone: (405) 848-6724
Fax: (405) 879-2503
In-person payment hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Accepted payments: Cash (in person), cashier’s check, money order, or credit card (fax: credit card only)
Additional criminal history searches available through OSBI include the Department of Corrections (DOC) Violent Offender database ($2.00) and Sex Offender database ($2.00).
Tulsa County Sheriff’s Office — Local Background Checks
The Tulsa County Sheriff’s Office Public Services Unit provides local background checks and fingerprinting services:
Public Services Unit
Address: 218 W. 6th Street, Tulsa, OK 74103 (6th floor, Headquarters Building)
Phone: (918) 596-5701
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (excluding holidays)
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Background Check | $8.00 each |
| Fingerprinting | $15.00 per card |
| Notary Service | $2.00 each |
Payment: Visa, Mastercard, money order, or cashier’s check. An additional $2.00 convenience fee applies to all credit card transactions. A U.S. driver’s license or state-issued ID is required for all services.
Tulsa County Civil Court Records
Civil cases involving claims greater than $10,000 for the recovery of real or personal property, money damages, or other civil relief are filed in the Civil Division of the Tulsa County District Court. The Civil Department, headed by Diane Savage, receives filings for matters including contract disputes, foreclosures, medical malpractice, auto negligence, name changes, injunctions, libel, slander, partition actions, trust matters, and condemnations. Filing fees must be paid at the time of filing.
Searching Civil Records
Civil case records for the Tulsa County District Court are available through the OSCN Docket Search by name or case number, and in person at the clerk’s office. The full Civil and Criminal Filing Fees schedule is published by the Court Clerk.
Small Claims
The Small Claims Department, headed by Carolyn Parks, handles claims under $10,000 and rental property disputes, including evictions (forcible entry and detainer), garnishments, and replevin actions. Attorneys are not required for small claims matters. Filing fees must be paid at the time of filing. Forcible entry and detainer cases valued at $5,000 or less carry a statutory filing fee of $45.00 under 12 O.S. § 1148.14.
Tulsa County Family Court Records
Family law matters in Tulsa County are handled by the Family Division (Domestic Division) of the Tulsa County District Court. The Family Relations counter is located on the second floor of the Tulsa County Courthouse. This division hears:
- Divorce and dissolution of marriage
- Legal separation and annulments
- Child custody and visitation
- Child support modifications
- Spousal support and separate maintenance
- Paternity suits
- Domestic abuse protective orders
- Termination of parental rights
- Domestic habeas corpus
- Registration of foreign judgments
Filing Family Court Cases
To file a dissolution of marriage, legal separation, or paternity case, the court provides instruction packets and cover sheets on its website:
- Family Court Instruction Packet — With Minor Children
- Family Court Instruction Packet — No Minor Children
- Cover Page (PDF)
- Family Division Filing Fees (PDF)
For dissolution of marriage records, call the Court Clerk’s Office at (918) 596-5454. For marriage record inquiries, call (918) 596-5478. Both offices operate Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tulsa County Courthouse — Family Division
Address: 500 South Denver Avenue, Tulsa, OK 74103
Phone: (Marriage records): (918) 596-5478
Phone: (Divorce/dissolution records): (918) 596-5454
Marriage and divorce records are maintained by the Tulsa County Court Clerk and are open to public access. Family court records involving juveniles and adoption proceedings are subject to the confidentiality rules described under public access policies.
Birth and Death Records
Birth and death records are not public records in Oklahoma. They are maintained by the Oklahoma State Department of Health and are available only to the record subject, immediate family members, or authorized agents. A certified copy costs $15.00, with each additional copy of the same record also costing $15.00. In-person requests can be made at the Tulsa Vital Records location:
James O. Goodwin Health Center
Address: 5051 S. 129th East Ave, Tulsa, OK
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Tulsa County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Tulsa County are heard by the Probate Division of the Tulsa County District Court. The Court Clerk’s Probate Department, headed by Geri Bauhaus, maintains all probate case records and stores wills for safekeeping as provided by 84 O.S. § 81.
What Probate Records Cover
Probate case files may include wills admitted to probate, petitions for letters testamentary, estate inventories and accountings, orders approving distributions, guardianship orders, conservatorship filings, and trust-related petitions. Most standard estate and trust records are open to public inspection. However, guardianship, adoption, and mental health records are classified as confidential and require a court order to access.
Probate Filing Fees
| Case Type | Filing Fee |
|---|---|
| Probate | $214.14 |
| Guardianship | $214.14 |
| Conservatorship | $164.14 |
| Adoption | $184.14 |
| Relative Guardianship | $67.00 |
Requesting Probate Records
Probate records can be requested in person or by mail at the Tulsa County Court Clerk’s office. Requesters should have the name of the deceased or incapacitated individual, the case number, and relevant dates when available. The OSCN Docket Search also provides online access to non-confidential probate case information for Tulsa County.
Tulsa County Court Clerk — Probate
Address: Tulsa County Courthouse, 500 South Denver Avenue, Room 200, Tulsa, OK 74103-3832
Phone: (918) 596-5420 / (918) 596-5421
For probate estate assistance, the court recommends that executors consult an attorney before proceeding. Forms may also be available in the Tulsa County Law Library or through the Probate Department directly.
Tulsa County Court Locations
| Court | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsa County District Court | 500 South Denver Ave, Room 200, Tulsa, OK 74103 | (918) 596-5420 |
| Tulsa County District Court – Juvenile Division | 315 South Gilcrease Museum Road, Tulsa, OK 74127 | (918) 596-5912 |
| Tulsa Municipal Court | 600 Civic Center, Tulsa, OK 74103 | (918) 596-1625 |
| Broken Arrow Municipal Court | 2304 South 1st Place, Broken Arrow, OK 74012 | (918) 451-8558 |
| Bixby Municipal Court | 116 West Needles Avenue, Bixby, OK 74008 | (918) 366-0424 |
| Jenks Municipal Court | 211 North Elm Street, Jenks, OK 74037 | (918) 556-7409 |
| Owasso Municipal Court | 200 South Main Street, Owasso, OK 74055 | (918) 376-1550 |
| Sand Springs Municipal Court | 100 East Broadway Street, Sand Springs, OK 74063 | (918) 246-2500 ext. 2612 |
| Glenpool Municipal Court | 14536 South Elwood Avenue, Glenpool, OK 74033 | (918) 209-4684 |
| Collinsville Municipal Court | 106 North 12th Street, Collinsville, OK 74021 | (405) 371-1010 ext. 2022 |
| Sperry Municipal Court | 115 North Cincinnati Avenue, Sperry, OK 74073 | (918) 288-7056 |