Goodhue County Court Records

Goodhue County Court records serve as official documents, regardless of physical form, containing detailed information about past court hearings, such as the name of the parties involved, evidence, exhibits, petitions, orders, and claims. Court records are valuable resources for potential litigants. They provide insights into how similar lawsuits were resolved in the past, helping them evaluate their chances of success should they seek resolution in court.

Are Court Records Public in Goodhue County?

Under the Rules of Public Access to Records of the Judicial Branch, Goodhue County court files, including pleadings and decrees, are public documents. This implies that it is within the public’s right to request to review and copy these records.

However, it is important to note that some documents may be confidential, expunged, or sealed by law or court order and are not accessible to the public:

• Death Certificates
• Minor Victim Identifying Information.
• Domestic Abuse and Harassment Records
• Images Containing Sexual Content or Nudity
• Response to Petition for Criminal Expungement
• Juvenile Protection Case Records Child Name Search Results
• Will Deposited for Safekeeping During the Testator’s Lifetime

Goodhue County Court Records Search

Members of the public may review district court records online through the Judicial Branch Access Case Records page. There is also a provision for on-site review through the public access terminals at the courthouse. In addition, court records may be requested in person at the county courthouse.

Note: Information such as case numbers, the names of the parties, the filing date, and other relevant details are essential requirements for accessing these records.

Goodhue County Courts

The court system in Goodhue County consists of District Courts, Tax Courts, and the Workers' Compensation Court of Appeals. Each of these courts oversees different types of cases, with the county court having jurisdiction over the widest range of cases.

Goodhue County District Court

454 West 6th Street,
Red Wing, MN 55066
Phone: (651) 267-4800

Goodhue County Criminal and Civil Records

On the Judicial Branch Access Case Records page, users may access civil and criminal court records through four search tabs:

• The case search
• Document search
• Hearing search
• Judgment search

Each of these tabs has specific procedures for accessing court records. For example, under the case search option, users are required to enter:

• The full name of one of the parties in the last, first, and middle name format.
• Their specific date of birth or a date range.
• The filing date or a date range.
• Select the case category (criminal or civil) by unchecking other categories.
• Indicate whether the case is still active by selecting an option from the “case status” drop-down menu.
• Click on “County” to select Goodhue.
• Finally, click on “find” to query the database.

For other search tabs, requesters typically have to provide information such as case number, attorney name, judgment officer’s name, and related information.

In addition, the County Clerk’s Office provides over-the-counter access for those who prefer in-person requests. The office is located at:

Goodhue County Justice Center

454 West Sixth Street
Red Wing, MN 55066
Phone: (651) 267-4800

Goodhue County Marriage Records

Goodhue County Marriage records are searchable on the Minnesota Official Marriage System (MOMS). The Goodhue County Recorder's office has marriage records dating from 1856 to the present for those applicants who have applied for their marriage license in Goodhue County.

A certified copy is $9. Copies of marriage records may be requested in person or by mail.

By Mail: Complete the request form and mail a check or money order to Goodhue County Recorder's Office:

Goodhue County Recorder

509 W 5th Street
Red Wing, Mn 55066

Goodhue County Divorce Records

Divorce records are accessible on the Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO). While plain copies of recent divorce records may be reviewed and downloaded on the platform, certified copies of a divorce decree may be obtained from the county courthouse where the divorce was granted. A $14 fee applies.

Goodhue Birth Records

In Goodhue County, birth records fall under the vital records category and are not accessible to members of the public. Consequently, requestors must have proof of tangible interest in the subject. This means they must show they have a direct relationship with the person named in the certificate or a legitimate need for the document. Individuals without tangible interest may only obtain non-certified birth certificates.

Requestors with tangible interest may obtain certified copies of Goodhue County birth certificate by completing the birth certificate request form and mailing it along with a $26 check ($19 for an additional copy) or money order payable to Goodhue County Recorder to the Recorder’s office. Non-certified copies cost $13.

The Recorder’s office also provides over-the-counter access for individuals who prefer in-person requests. Requestors should prepare to complete and sign an application stating that they have a tangible interest in the subject. They will also need to provide identification, such as a driver's license.

It is important to note that records of children born to single mothers are considered confidential unless the mother chooses to make the record accessible to the individuals listed above at the time of birth.

Birth records are essential documents that may be used to prove a person’s existence, access healthcare, get a passport, and many other vital services.

Goodhue Death Records

Goodhue County death records also fall under the vital records category. This means that only persons with a tangible interest in the subject may obtain certified copies, and requestors without such interest may obtain only non-certified copies.

Researchers may obtain certified copies of Goodhue County death certificates by completing the birth certificate request form and mailing it along with a $13 check ($6 for an additional copy) or money order payable to Goodhue County Recorder to the Recorder’s office.

The records are also accessible in person at the Recorder’s office. Requestors must complete and sign an application stating that they have a tangible interest in the subject and provide identification, such as a driver's license.

Goodhue County Probate Court Records

Goodhue County probate court records are accessible on the Judicial Branch Access Case Records page through any of these four search tabs:

• The case search
• Document search
• Hearing search
• Judgment search

Users may review copies of probate court documents under the case search option by entering:

• The full name of one of the parties
• Their specific date of birth or a date range.
• The filing date or a date range.
• Select the case category (probate) by unchecking other categories.
• Indicate whether the case is still active by selecting an option from the “case status” drop-down menu.
• Click on “County” to select Goodhue.
• Finally, click on “find” to query the database.

Alternatively, they may visit the Goodhue County District Courthouse to submit a request in person.

Goodhue County Property Records

In Goodhue, the County recorder is primarily responsible for the safekeeping of all deeds, mortgages, liens, and papers connected to the real estate in Goodhue County. Property record searchers may research some of the county’s land record documents through the RecordEase Web. If the document is available on the system, they may view and print the document image from their own computer.

Note: To gain access to the system, searchers will be required to sign a Subscription Agreement. Alternatively, they may visit the County recorder's office to request the record over the counter, whichever is more convenient.

Goodhue County Court Records Online

Public records are accessible via the Judicial Branch Access Case Records page. Third-party websites like Minnesotacourtrecords.us may also provide an alternative option for accessing court records online. These platforms aggregate court records from various jurisdictions and make them accessible to the public. They provide a convenient, easy-to-use interface that allows inquirers to access court records from the comfort of their homes without hassle. However, information accessed on these websites may not be up to date. Plus, they do not guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Additionally, these sites typically charge fees for accessing records, which may add up when multiple document requests are made.