Wagoner County Court Records
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Wagoner County is part of Oklahoma's 15th Judicial District, which also covers Cherokee, Sequoyah, Muskogee, and Adair counties. The county seat is the city of Wagoner, where the District Court operates out of the Wagoner County Courthouse at 307 East Cherokee Street. The District Court handles felony and misdemeanor criminal cases, civil lawsuits, family law matters, probate proceedings, juvenile cases, and small claims disputes. Several municipal courts also operate within the county's incorporated cities. The District Court Clerk's office maintains court records and makes them available to the public under Oklahoma law.
If you're searching for court records in Oklahoma, you can use a combination of official clerk offices, online case search databases, and public-access resources at the courthouse. OklahomaCourts.us can help you locate court case information at the state level. For Wagoner County specifically, the District Court Clerk keeps records on-site and participates in statewide electronic docket systems that allow remote searching of many case types.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Wagoner County?
There are several ways to find court records in Wagoner County. Your approach will depend on whether you need electronic access to docket information or certified copies of actual court documents.
Online Case Search Options
Two statewide electronic databases give you public access to Wagoner County court dockets:
- Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) — The OSCN docket search lets you look up court dockets by selecting Wagoner County/Wagoner County District Court from the court menu. You can search by case number or party name. Docket entries typically show the case name, party names, hearing dates, filing information, orders, rulings, and case status. OSCN is free and requires no account registration.
- On Demand Court Records (ODCR) — The ODCR portal is another participating-court records platform used by Wagoner County. Select Oklahoma District Courts under Court Group and Wagoner under Court, then search by party name, case type, case number, or filing date range. ODCR tends to offer broader document availability for some case types and allows online payment for certain court costs.
In-Person Requests
You can visit the District Court Clerk's office during regular business hours to inspect or request copies of records. Bring identifying details if you have them — case number, names of parties, case type, and the approximate filing date. Copy fees apply (see the fee schedule below).
Wagoner County District Court Clerk
307 East Cherokee Street
P.O. Box 249
Wagoner, OK 74467
Phone: (918) 485-4508
Fax: (918) 485-7929
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (open through lunch)
Mail Requests
Written requests for court records may be mailed to the District Court Clerk at the address above. Include enough identifying information about the case and enclose any applicable fees. Note that Wagoner County does not accept fax filings.
Copy and Certification Fees
Under Oklahoma's Uniform Fee Schedule (28 O.S. 31), the following fees apply to court record copies:
- First page of any instrument of record: $1.00
- Each subsequent page: $0.50
- Certification of each instrument: $0.50
- Authentication of a court record: $5.00
- Mailing charges per person: $10.00 (or actual postage if greater)
Are Court Records Public in Wagoner County?
Court records in Wagoner County are generally public under the Oklahoma Open Records Act, 51 O.S. 24A.2. This law gives everyone the right to access and review records created, received, or maintained by public bodies — including courts — in connection with the transaction of public business. The District Court Clerk cannot deny access to public court records unless a specific exemption applies under federal or state law, or a court order restricts the record.
If access is denied, the custodian must explain why. Under 51 O.S. 24A.5, the following categories of information are generally exempt from public disclosure:
- Personal financial data
- Pending criminal investigation records
- Trade secrets and proprietary business information
- Attorney-client privileged communications
- Sealed or expunged court records
- Medical and mental health records
- Juvenile court records
- Personal identifying information such as Social Security numbers and home addresses
- Information identifying confidential informants
- Details that could compromise the safety of crime victims
- Information that could threaten the safety or security of public officials
To access records that have been sealed or otherwise restricted, an interested party must petition the court for an order authorizing disclosure.
Wagoner County Criminal Court Records
Criminal matters in Wagoner County are decided at the Wagoner County District Court. Felony cases go before the District Judge, while misdemeanor cases fall to the Associate District and Special District Judges. The court's judicial officers are:
| Judge | Title | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hon. Doug Kirkley | District Judge | (918) 485-2144 |
| Hon. Rebecca Hunter | Associate District Judge | (918) 485-9599 |
| Hon. John David Luton | Special District Judge | (918) 485-7938 |
Searching Criminal Records Online
Criminal case dockets can be searched free of charge through the OSCN docket search or through ODCR. Both systems show charges, hearing dates, dispositions, and other docket entries for criminal cases filed in the Wagoner County District Court.
Statewide Criminal History Checks
The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) runs the Criminal History Information Request Portal (CHIRP), which offers name-based and fingerprint-based criminal history searches across the state. You'll need to create an account. CHIRP search fees are:
- Name-based search: $15.00
- Fingerprint-based search: $19.00
- Department of Corrections database search (includes Sex Offender Registry and Violent Offender Registry): $2.00
- Online convenience transaction fee: additional
You can also mail or fax a completed Criminal History Records Form to the OSBI. Fax payments must be made by credit card only. All fingerprint-based searches must be submitted by mail or in person.
Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation
6600 N. Harvey
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
Fax: (405) 879-2503
Criminal Court Costs Upon Conviction
Under the Uniform Oklahoma Fee Schedule (28 O.S. 153), court costs assessed upon conviction include:
- Misdemeanor conviction: $93.00 per conviction
- Felony conviction: $103.00 per conviction
- Misdemeanor DUI: $433.00 per conviction
- Felony DUI: $433.00 per conviction
- Law Library Fund assessment: $6.00
- OCIS Revolving Fund fee: $25.00
Sheriff's Office Resources
The Wagoner County Sheriff's Office offers an online inmate search showing currently booked individuals, their charges, and booking dates. Reach the Sheriff's Office at (918) 485-3124 for bond and jail inquiries. For law enforcement records under the Open Records Act, use the county's standard open records request process.
Wagoner County Civil Court Records
Civil cases in Wagoner County are heard at the District Court level. The court handles lawsuits involving contracts, property disputes, personal injury, torts, insurance claims, intellectual property, forcible entry and detainer actions, and small claims. Jurisdiction depends on the amount in controversy — civil actions at or below $10,000 carry one filing fee tier, while those above $10,000 fall into a higher tier.
Civil Filing Fees
Under Oklahoma's Uniform Fee Schedule (28 O.S. 152), the following filing fees apply to civil actions in the Wagoner County District Court:
| Case Type | Filing Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil action ($10,000 or less) | $150.00 |
| Civil action ($10,001 or more) | $163.00 |
| All other civil actions | $85.00 |
| Forcible entry and detainer | $85.00 |
| Name change | $85.00 |
| Adoption | $105.00 |
| Administrative appeal | $85.00 |
| Garnishment | $23.00 |
| Continuing garnishment | $63.00 |
| Summary judgment motion | $50.00 |
| Expungement (separate civil case) | $85.00 |
Additional mandatory surcharges are assessed on top of each civil filing fee, including a $25.00 OCIS Revolving Fund fee, a $7.00 mediation/ADR fee, a $10.00 Lengthy Trial Fund fee, a $6.00 Law Library Fund fee, a $5.00 CASA fee, and a $10.00 Records Management and Preservation fee.
Searching Civil Records
Civil case dockets can be searched through OSCN or ODCR by selecting the Wagoner County District Court and filtering by case type. To obtain certified copies, call the District Court Clerk at (918) 485-4508 or visit the courthouse in person.
Small Claims
Small claims filings in Wagoner County follow a simplified fee structure. Cases involving $5,000 or less carry a $45.00 filing fee, while those between $5,001 and $10,000 cost $150.00. A motion to transfer to another docket is $50.00, and a counterclaim filing fee is $20.00.
Wagoner County Family Court Records
Family law matters — including divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, separate maintenance, domestic violence protective orders, and adoption — are all handled by the Wagoner County District Court. The District Court Clerk maintains records from these proceedings.
Divorce Filing and Records
Filing fees for family law cases in Wagoner County follow the statewide schedule (28 O.S. 152):
- Divorce or alimony without divorce: $183.00
- Custody or support (including paternity with custody/support): $183.00
- Paternity without child support or custody: $85.00
- Separate maintenance: $183.00
- Post-decree modification of custody or support: $43.00
- Application for contempt citation: $33.00
- Post-decree income assignment application: $25.00
Divorce records are kept at both the county level and through the state. The Wagoner County Recorder has a self-service search website where you can search for and purchase copies of divorce and amended decrees. In-person requests may also be directed to the County Clerk's office, located at 307 East Cherokee Street, Wagoner, OK 74467, Phone: (918) 485-2216
Marriage Records
Marriage licenses in Wagoner County are issued by the District Court Clerk. Both parties must appear in person with a valid driver's license or state ID. The license fee is $50.00 without premarital counseling, or $5.00 with a certificate documenting at least four hours of marriage counseling. An additional $10.00 applies if a judge performs the ceremony. The license is valid for 10 days before or on the wedding date.
To request a copy of a marriage license by mail, send the following to the Court Clerk:
- Names of the persons on the license
- Date of the marriage
- A check or money order for $2.00, payable to W.C.C.C.
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
Wagoner County Court Clerk
P.O. Box 249
Wagoner, OK 74467
Birth and Death Records
Birth and death certificates are not maintained at the county level in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Vital Records Service under the Oklahoma State Department of Health holds these records. You can order online through VitalChek, by phone at (877) 817-7364, or by mail. Walk-in services are not offered, but a Will Call pick-up option is available at locations in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and McAlester within two business days of ordering.
To order by mail, submit a signed and completed Oklahoma Birth Certificate Application, a photocopy of a government-issued ID, and the applicable fee to:
Vital Records Service
Oklahoma State Department of Health
P.O. Box 248964
Oklahoma City, OK 73124-8964
Phone: (405) 426-8880
Email: AskVR@health.ok.gov
Birth certificate fees are $15.00 for a standard certificate, $35.00 for an heirloom certificate, and $40.00 for a delayed birth certificate. Death certificates cost $15.00 per copy. Birth records are restricted to eligible applicants — generally the individual named on the record, an authorized representative, or someone acting under court order. Mail requests may take four to six weeks to process.
Wagoner County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Wagoner County are heard by the District Court rather than a separate probate court. The court handles the validation of wills, appointment of executors and administrators, inventory and appraisal of estate assets, payment of debts, guardianship and conservatorship proceedings, and estate distributions.
Probate Filing Fees
Under Oklahoma's Uniform Fee Schedule (28 O.S. 152):
| Probate Matter | Filing Fee |
|---|---|
| Probate (standard) | $135.00 |
| Probate (summary) | $135.00 |
| Guardianship | $135.00 |
| Relative guardianship application | $50.00 |
| Petition for custody by abandonment | $50.00 |
| Guardianship annual report | $33.00 |
| Conservatorship | $85.00 |
| Judicial determination of death | $58.00 |
| Proceeding to revoke probate of will | $43.00 |
| Sale/lease of property in probate or guardianship | $43.00 |
Standard surcharges — including the OCIS fee, Law Library fee, CASA fee, mediation fee, records management fee, and others — apply in addition to the base filing amounts listed above.
Searching Probate Records
Probate case dockets filed in the Wagoner County District Court can be searched online through OSCN or ODCR. To request certified copies of probate filings — such as letters testamentary, orders appointing a personal representative, or final accountings — call the District Court Clerk at (918) 485-4508 or send a written request by mail to:
Wagoner County District Court Clerk
P.O. Box 249
Wagoner, OK 74467
Include the decedent's name, the case number if you have it, and any other identifying details. Mailing charges of $10.00 per person apply, plus copy fees of $1.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page. Property records related to probate estates — such as deeds, conveyances, or liens — can be searched separately through the Wagoner County Assessor's website or the County Recorder's self-service portal.