Wagoner County Court Records Search
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Wagoner County is part of Oklahoma’s 15th Judicial District, which also encompasses Cherokee, Sequoyah, Muskogee, and Adair counties. The county seat is in the city of Wagoner, where the District Court operates out of the Wagoner County Courthouse at 307 East Cherokee Street. The Wagoner County District Court handles felony and misdemeanor criminal cases, civil lawsuits, family law matters, probate proceedings, juvenile cases, and small claims disputes. In addition to the district court, several municipal courts operate within the county’s incorporated cities. The District Court Clerk’s office is the primary custodian of court records and is responsible for making them available to the public in accordance with Oklahoma law.
Individuals searching for court records in Oklahoma can use a combination of official clerk offices, online case search databases, and public access resources at the courthouse. OklahomaCourts.us may be useful for locating publicly available court case information at the state level. For Wagoner County specifically, the District Court Clerk maintains 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?
Several methods are available for locating court records in Wagoner County. The approach depends on whether the searcher needs electronic access to docket information or certified copies of court documents.
Online Case Search Options
Two statewide electronic databases provide public access to Wagoner County court dockets:
- Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) — The OSCN docket search allows users to look up court dockets by selecting “Wagoner County/Wagoner County District Court” from the court menu. Searches can be conducted by case number or party name. Docket entries typically include the case name, party names, hearing dates, filing information, orders, rulings, and case status. The OSCN is free to use and does not require account registration.
- On Demand Court Records (ODCR) — The ODCR portal is a participating-court records platform used by Wagoner County. Users should 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
The public may visit the District Court Clerk’s office during regular business hours to inspect or request copies of court records. The clerk may ask for identifying details such as the case number, names of parties, case type, and approximate filing dates. Copy fees apply (see 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. The request should include sufficient identifying information about the case and any applicable fees. 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 public records under the Oklahoma Open Records Act, 51 O.S. § 24A.2. This statute establishes that all persons have 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 is prohibited from denying a person access to public court records unless a specific exemption applies under federal or state law or a court order restricts the record.
When access is denied, the custodian must state the reason for the denial. 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 obtain access to 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 adjudicated at the Wagoner County District Court, where felony cases are heard by the District Judge and misdemeanor cases fall to the Associate District and Special District Judges. The court’s judicial officers include:
| 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 at no charge through the OSCN docket search or through ODCR. Both systems display 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) maintains the Criminal History Information Request Portal (CHIRP), which provides name-based and fingerprint-based criminal history searches across the state. Users must create an account. Fees for CHIRP searches 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
Alternatively, individuals can 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), criminal 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 provides an online inmate search showing currently booked individuals, their charges, and booking dates. The Sheriff’s Office can be reached at (918) 485-3124 for bond and jail inquiries. For FOIA-based requests for law enforcement records, individuals may 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 matters, forcible entry and detainer actions, and small claims. Case 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 the OSCN or ODCR platforms by selecting the Wagoner County District Court and filtering by case type. To obtain certified copies, contact 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 handled by the Wagoner County District Court. Records from these proceedings are maintained by the District Court Clerk.
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 maintained at both the county level and through the state. The Wagoner County Recorder offers a self-service search website where individuals 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 is the custodian of these records. Three ordering methods are available: 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 include $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 a person 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 District 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 distribution of estates.
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 (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 — contact the District Court Clerk at (918) 485-4508 or submit a written request by mail to:
Wagoner County District Court Clerk
P.O. Box 249
Wagoner, OK 74467
Individuals should provide the decedent’s name, the case number if known, 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.