Davidson County Circuit Court Case Search

The Tennessee Judicial System does not have superior courts. Instead, the local equivalent is the Davidson County Circuit Court and its departments. Record seekers may request case searches and records from the Davidson County Circuit Court Clerk. A superior court case search may be necessary for various reasons, including obtaining records for legal or personal reasons, background checks, and legal research. Record custodians at the circuit or superior court generally maintain these records for legal reasons, including as evidence that procedure was followed during trials and other legal matters.

What Kinds of cases have been heard in Davidson Circuit Court?

In Davidson County, the Davidson County Circuit Court has jurisdiction over most criminal and civil court cases. It hears cases involving felonies, misdemeanors, divorces, adoptions, probate hearings, will administration, paternity, domestic relations, will arbitrations, and claims or damages. The circuit court may share jurisdiction of these cases with some of the other courts in the county, such as the criminal, chancery, and general sessions courts.

Davidson County Circuit Court

In the Tennessee legal system, the superior court equivalent is the circuit court. The Davidson County Circuit Court maintains general jurisdiction over most cases and is the main trial court in the county. They handle civil and criminal cases, especially if no court has jurisdiction over the case. The Davidson County Circuit Court may share jurisdiction of criminal cases with the county Criminal Court and jurisdiction over civil cases with the Chancery Court.

Most residents in the county involved in litigation over legal and civil disputes will typically have their cases heard at the Circuit Court. The circuit court locations in Davidson County are listed below.

Davidson County Circuit Court
1 Public Square, Suite 302,
P.O. Box 196303, Nashville, TN 37219
Phone: (615) 862-5181
Fax: (615) 862-5191

Davidson County Circuit Court - Probate Division
1 Public Square, Suite 303,
P.O. Box 196300, Nashville, TN 37219
Phone: (615) 862-5980
Fax: (615) 862-5987

Davidson County Case Lookup

Record seekers may be able to access Davidson County Circuit Court case information from the Davidson County Circuit Court Clerk. The clerk’s office typically handles records from the circuit, probate, and civil general sessions courts. Requesters may obtain record searches online, in person, or by mail.

Online Searches

Davidson County court case records may be obtained online via the CaseLink Public Inquiry database. This system provides access to cases from the circuit, probate, and general session courts. Users must create an account to use the full range of services on the database. Two options are available: a general case search and a subscription-based service.

The subscription service costs $25 per month and provides more detailed case information, case alerts, viewing, and printing of records directly. Search criteria required include the names of the parties involved, the court date, and the filing date. Records that have been sealed or otherwise made confidential will not appear in online searches.

In-person Requests

Records seekers may make walk-in requests by coming into the Davidson County District Clerk’s Office during office hours from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Requesters may call (615) 862-5181 or email circuitclerksupport@jisnashville.gov and inquire about viewing records for free or ordering copies. It may be required to show a valid government-issued photo ID at the office.

Copies of court records cost $0.50 per page, while record certification costs an additional $5. Payment is accepted in cash, credit/debit cards, or money orders made payable to the District Court Clerk’s Office. Payment for records must be made in advance.

Mailed-in Request

Requesters may also download, fill out, and mail in a Record Request Form. The completed form can be mailed to the office using any of the Mailing Addresses on the website. Using the form, record seekers may request either an inspection or copies of circuit court records. Requests must provide a detailed description of the record, such as names of the parties involved, the type of record, corresponding dates, and any keywords related to the record.

The forms also offer the requester the choice of receiving an estimate for copies later or including payment in the request. Payment must be received in advance for a copy request to be processed. Delivery options for mailed requests include electronic, U.S. mail, and on-site pickup. Copies cost $0.50 per page with an additional $5 for certification. Record seekers may be required to pay an additional postage fee for mailed delivery or include a self-addressed envelope with sufficient stamps.

Davidson Circuit Court Case Search by Name

Record seekers may perform name-based searches for Davidson County Circuit Court records via several options. These include in-person requests at the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office, mailed requests, and online searches using the CaseLink Public Inquiry. To make a successful name-based record search, the requester must provide the full name of the parties involved in the case(defendants and plaintiff). The names must be accurate and free of any misspellings or errors to prevent issues during the search. To help filter or narrow down the search, requesters may provide additional information such as filing dates, types of records, and the court where the case was heard.

Davidson Circuit Court Docket Search

A Davidson County Circuit Court docket is a record containing information about the court case, including the parties involved(plaintiffs, defendants, judges, lawyers), filing dates, court locations, and court dates. Docket searches can be made in person at the Circuit Court Clerk's Office or online. The Circuit Court Clerk's website maintains a Docket List showing all dockets with the options to search and view specific dockets. Dockets are important records as they help interested parties track case progress and monitor important aspects of the case.

Lookup Davidson County Circuit Court Online

Davidson County Circuit Court records are available online from official sources such as the CaseLink Public Inquiry database. However, Tennesseecourtrecords.us and other third-party websites may offer a convenient alternative to government sources when looking for court records. These privately owned websites collate court records across jurisdictions that can be viewed online or downloaded using any internet-capable device. However, such platforms are not official, and the search results from these sources must be verified through government resources.

Supreme Court vs. Circuit Court

The Tennessee Supreme Court and the Davidson County Circuit are both part of the state legal system but serve different purposes. The Supreme Court is the highest in the state and has the last say in all legal matters in the state. It does not hear any trials but will review decisions and hear appeals from the lower courts in the state such as the circuit court and criminal court. Another responsibility of the Supreme Court is handling issues concerning the state's laws and constitutions. On the other hand, the Circuit Court is the superior court equivalent and holds jurisdiction over court cases at the county level. It hears civil and criminal trials and handles appeals from lower courts such as the general sessions. Unlike the Supreme Court which serves the entire state, the Circuit County only handles the county where it is located.