Hubbard County Court Records

Hubbard County court records document legal cases heard in the county. They include case filings, judgments, transcripts, evidence, affidavits, witness statements, and subpoenas. These records uphold the integrity of the legal process and ensure public accountability.

People access court records for different reasons, including legal research, case tracking, outcome verification, or precedent review. In Hubbard County, the custodian of court records is the Hubbard County District Court Administrator. The administrator's office records, maintains, and provides public access to court records and documents from Hubbard County as permitted by law.

Are Court Records Public in Hubbard County?

Yes. Court records are public in Hubbard County under the Minnesota Rules of Public Access. As a result, individuals can request to copy or inspect most court records from the record custodian in Hubbard County. However, not all court records are public. Certain records are restricted or exempt from public disclosure under the law to protect privacy, safety, or sensitive information. Examples of these records include:

• Juvenile court records
• Adoption records
• Domestic abuse records
• Sealed court records
• Expunged records
• Court service records
• Judicial work product (e.g., drafts, notes)
• Attorney-client privileged communications
• Trade secrets included in court filings
• Confidential identifiers (e.g., bank account numbers, SSNs)
• Harassment proceedings
• Name change proceedings
• Records related to child protection proceedings

Hubbard County Court Records Search

Individuals can search court records in Hubbard County by:

• Contacting the Hubbard County District Court clerk or administrator in person, by phone, mail, or via fax
• Using the Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) portal
• Searching third-party databases

Hubbard County Courts

Hubbard County's judicial system solely consists of the Hubbard County District Court. As part of the Ninth Judicial District, this court holds jurisdiction over all county civil, family, probate, juvenile, criminal, and traffic cases. Below is the address and contact information for this court.

Hubbard County District Court
Hubbard County Courthouse
301 Court Avenue
Park Rapids, MN 56470
Phone: (218) 732-5286
Fax: (218) 732-0137

Hubbard County Criminal and Civil Records

Hubbard County criminal and civil cases are heard in the Hubbard County District Court. Civil cases include contract disputes, small claims, personal injury lawsuits, family law, and property disputes. The Hubbard County District Court Administrator (clerk of the court) is the official custodian of these records in Hubbard County. The administrator is responsible for recording, preserving, and providing public access to these records. However, Hubbard county arrest records and criminal history information are managed, and may be accessed by querying law enforcement agencies.

Individuals can request access to Hubbard County criminal and civil court records by contacting the district court administrator in person, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Requests can also be submitted by mail, phone, fax, or email. When submitting a request, ensure to include information such as the case number, party name, attorney name, and filing or hearing date. Search or copying fees may apply.

Hubbard County District Court (Administrator)
Hubbard County Courthouse
301 Court Avenue
Park Rapids, MN 56470
Phone: (218) 732-5286
Fax: (218) 732-0137.

Alternatively, interested individuals can search or obtain Hubbard County court records through the Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) portal, which provides access to public district court records. The MCRO offers four search options:

• Case Search: To find court records by person name, business name, attorney name, case number, citation number, or attorney bar number
• Document Search: To retrieve court documents by case number
• Hearing Search: To look up scheduled hearings by party name, business name, case number, judicial officer, attorney name, or attorney bar number
• Judgment Search – To search case judgments by debtor name.

Hubbard County Marriage Records

The Hubbard County Recorder's Office maintains and issues marriage records to requesting parties in the county. These records are public under Minnesota Statutes Chapters 13 & 517 and can be requested by anyone. Interested individuals should contact the recorder's office to request copies of Hubbard County marriage records. Copy fees may apply.

Hubbard County Recorder
2nd Floor - Government Center
301 Court Avenue
Park Rapids, MN 56470
Phone: (218) 732-3552

Additionally, interested individuals can search Hubbard County marriage records online via the Minnesota Official Marriage System (MOMS).

Hubbard County Divorce Records

Hubbard County divorces are handled in the Hubbard County District Court, and the court administrator is the custodian of the associated records. Individuals interested in obtaining Hubbard County divorce records should query the court administrator. Otherwise, they can use the Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) to search for Hubbard County divorce records online.

Hubbard County Birth Records

The Hubbard County Property Records Department ("Vital Records") is the custodian of birth records in Hubbard County. Under Minnesota law, birth records of children born to married parents are "public", meaning anyone can obtain a non-certified copy. However, only eligible people (as listed in the application form below) can request certified records.

To request a Hubbard County birth certificate, submit a completed "Birth Certificate Application Form" for a certified copy or "Noncertified Birth Record Application" in person or by mail to:

Hubbard County Property Records
Attn: Birth/Death Records
301 Court Avenue
Park Rapids, MN 56470
Phone: (218) 732-3552

One certified birth certificate costs $26 (with added copies costing $19 each if bought together). On the other hand, one non-certified birth record (first copy) costs $13 (with additional copies costing $6 each).

Hubbard County Death Records

Hubbard County provides access to Minnesota death records from 1997 and local Hubbard County death records dating back to 1872. Under the law, all Minnesota death records are public. Hence, anyone may buy a non-certified (informational only) death record. However, certified copies are restricted to individuals related to the deceased or those who can demonstrate a tangible interest in the record (Minnesota Statutes 144.225).

To request a Hubbard County death record, submit a completed "Death Certificate Application Form" or "Noncertified Death Record Application" in person or by mail to:

Hubbard County Property Records
Attn: Birth/Death Records
301 Court Avenue
Park Rapids, MN 56470
Phone: (218) 732-3552

It costs $13 for a death record (with $6 for any additional copy).

Note: Vital records in Minnesota, including birth and death records, are essential for legal identification, inheritance claims, and genealogical research. They also assist in tracking public health trends and demographic changes.

Hubbard County Probate Court Records

Hubbard County probate court records contain information about probate cases, such as estate administration, wills, trusts, guardianships, and conservatorships. To request or obtain probate court records, interested individuals should contact the Hubbard County District Court administrator in person at the Hubbard County Courthouse or submit requests to the administrator by mail, fax, or email.

Hubbard County Courthouse
301 Court Avenue
Park Rapids, MN 56470
Phone: (218) 732-5286
Fax: (218) 732-0137

Individuals can also search for probate records via the Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) portal. When using the MCRO to search probate records, specify the case category as 'Probate or Mental Health' under the additional search options for faster results.Hubbard County Property Records

Hubbard County property records contain legal instruments that provide information about real properties within the county. These records include different forms of deeds, mortgages, liens, affidavits, contracts for deeds, assessment records, etcetera. The official custodian of property records in the county is the Hubbard County Recorder.

Individuals can access these records by requesting them in person, by mail, or via email at the County Recorder's Office.

Hubbard County Recorder
2nd Floor - Government Center
301 Court Avenue
Park Rapids, MN 56470
Phone: (218) 732-3552

Hubbard County Court Records Online

Third-party websites, such as Minnesotacourtrecords.us, offer access to public court records for Hubbard County. These sites provide user-friendly interfaces that allow individuals to search for cases using party names, case numbers, or filing dates. Since they compile records from multiple jurisdictions, users can conveniently locate and download court documents across several counties. However, these websites are privately owned and operated. As a result, they may contain inaccurate or outdated information or require one-time or recurring fees for detailed records.