Lawrence County Court Records

In Lawrence County, Tennessee, court records are official documents created by the courts during legal proceedings. They provide detailed information on various legal matters, including criminal, civil, family, and probate cases. Typically, court records contain a variety of information, including the names of the parties involved, case numbers, dates of hearings, and the final judgments or rulings made.

Additionally, for criminal cases, details such as charges, arrest records, warrants, and plea agreements are often included. Lawrence County arrest records may also be part of these court documents, offering information about individuals who have been arrested, the nature of the offenses, and the legal actions taken.

Are Court Records Public in Lawrence County?

Under the Tennessee Open Records Act, Lawrence County court records are accessible and retrievable by members of the public. However, some records that are exempted from public viewing below:

• Court records sealed or expunged by court order.
• Court records containing confidential information, such as Social Security numbers, medical records, or sensitive personal information.
• Juvenile records.
• Medical records.
• Attorney-client privileged information.

Lawrence County Court Records Search

Lawrence County court records are available online and through in-person and mail requests. The Lawrence County Online Court Records System provides online access to civil and criminal case information. It may be searched by name, year, or case number.

The Lawrence County Circuit Clerk is the custodian of records of the Circuit, General Sessions, and Juvenile Court divisions. To get any of these court records, contact the office of the Circuit Court Clerk at:

Lawrence County Circuit Court Clerk

240 West Gaines Street, NBU #12
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 762-4398

The Lawrence County Clerk and Master maintains records of the Chancery and Probate Courts. To obtain copies of the records of these courts, visit the office of the Clerk and Master at:

Lawrence County Clerk and Master

240 West Gaines Street, NBU #13
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 766-4182

Lawrence County Courts

Lawrence County has one Circuit Court, one Chancery Court, one General Sessions Court, one Juvenile Court, and four Municipal Courts. The addresses and contact information of these courts are below:

Circuit Court in Lawrence County

Lawrence County Circuit Court

240 West Gaines Street
NBU 12
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 762-4398

Chancery Court in Lawrence County

Lawrence County Chancery Court

240 West Gaines Street
NBU 13
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 766-4182

General Sessions Court in Lawrence County

Lawrence County General Sessions Court

240 West Gaines Street
NBU 12
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 762-4398

Juvenile Court in Lawrence County

Lawrence County Juvenile Court

240 West Gaines Street
NBU 12
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 762-4398

Municipal Courts in Lawrence County

Ethridge City Court

215 Depot Street
P.O. Box 173
Ethridge, TN 38456
Phone: (931) 829-2150
Fax: (931) 829-2000

Lawrenceburg City Court

25 Public Square
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 762-2276
Fax: (931) 762-8753

Loretto City Court

415 North Military Street
P.O. Box 176
Loretto, TN 38469
Phone: (931) 853-6797
Fax: (931) 853-6798

St Joseph City Court

409 North Main Street
P.O. Box 37
St. Joseph, TN 38481
Phone: (931) 845-4141
Fax: (931) 845-4131

Lawrence County Criminal and Civil Records

Lawrence County criminal and civil court records are accessible online or through in-person visits and mail requests. The Lawrence County Online Court Records System allows individuals to search for case information by name, year, or case number. This system provides access to civil and criminal cases, including those related to Lawrence County arrest records.

The Circuit Court Clerk’s Office keeps the civil and criminal court records of the Circuit Court, General Sessions Court, and Juvenile Court divisions. To request copies of records from these courts, individuals may contact the Lawrence County Circuit Court Clerk at:

Lawrence County Circuit Court Clerk

240 West Gaines Street, NBU #12
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 762-4398

The Chancery Court and Probate Court only handle civil cases. Their records are maintained by the Clerk and Master. To obtain civil court records, such as probate and family court cases, inquirers may contact the Lawrence County Clerk and Master at:

Lawrence County Clerk and Master

240 West Gaines Street, NBU #13
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 766-4182

Lawrence County Marriage Records

The Lawrence County Clerk’s Office provides copies of Lawrence County marriage records to interested residents. A requester needs information about the marriage, such as the names of the married couple and the date of the marriage. Contact the office of the County Clerk with this information to get marriage records:

Lawrence County Clerk

200 West Gaines, Suite 103
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 766-4176

The Tennessee Department of Health processes requests for Lawrence County marriage certificates. Requests for marriage records are mailed by filling out the Application for a Certified Copy of a Certificate of Marriage. The filled-out form, with evidence of payment and the requester’s valid I.D, should be mailed to:

Tennessee Vital Records

Andrew Johnson Tower, 1st Floor
710 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37243

A copy of a marriage record costs $15. It may be paid for in cash, checks, money order, or debit/credit cards.

Lawrence County Divorce Records

Lawrence County divorce records are in the custody of the county’s Clerk and Master office. Requests for divorce records are made by contacting the Clerk and Master’s office at:

Lawrence County Clerk and Master

240 West Gaines Street, NBU #13
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 766-4182

Certified copies of Lawrence County divorce records are kept by the Tennessee Department of Health at the state level. Divorce records are available through mail requests. Complete the Application for a Certified Copy of a Certificate of Divorce or Annulment and submit it with payment and a valid ID to:

Tennessee Vital Records

Andrew Johnson Tower, 1st Floor
710 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37243

This service costs $15 per record. The accepted payments are cash, checks, money order, or debit and credit cards.

Lawrence Birth Records

The Lawrence County Health Department maintains Lawrence County birth records within the county. Residents of the county may visit the Health Department with a valid ID and show proof of relationship with the record owner to request birth records at:

Lawrence County Health Department

2379 Buffalo Road
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 762-9406
Fax: (931) 766-1592

The Tennessee Department of Health provides eligible persons with access to birth records in the state. Eligible persons include the record owner, their descendants, spouse, parent, or legal guardian. An authorized representative of the record owner may also get the record but must provide proof of identification and a signed statement from their client permitting the release of the certified record.

To submit a mail request for a Lawrence County birth certificate, fill out the Application for Certificate of Birth. Enclose evidence of payment and a valid ID to the filled-out form. Mail them to:

Tennessee Vital Records

Andrew Johnson Tower, 1st Floor
710 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37243

A birth record costs $15. A requester may pay in cash or with checks, money orders, or debit/credit cards.

Lawrence Death Records

Lawrence County death records at the Lawrence County Health Department. To access Lawrence County death records, contact the Health Department with a valid ID and proof of relationship to the record owner at:

Lawrence County Health Department

2379 Buffalo Road
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 762-9406
Fax: (931) 766-1592

The Tennessee Department of Health also handles applications for Lawrence County death records. Persons eligible to access death records include the descendants of the deceased, spouse, parent, or legal guardian. An authorized representative may also get the record but must provide proof of identification and a signed statement from their client permitting the release of the certified record.

A requester should complete the Application for a Certified Copy of a Certificate of Death. Getting a certified copy of a death record costs $15. Use options like cash, checks, money orders, or debit/credit cards to pay. The completed form, payment, and a valid ID should be mailed to:

Tennessee Vital Records

Andrew Johnson Tower, 1st Floor
710 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37243

Lawrence County Probate Court Records

Lawrence County probate court records pertain to legal matters handled by the Lawrence Chancery and Probate Court, including estate administration, wills, guardianships, conservatorships, and trust disputes. The Lawrence County Clerk and Master is the custodian of probate court records. To obtain probate court records, you may make an in-person or phone request to:

Lawrence County Clerk and Master

240 West Gaines Street, NBU #13
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 766-4182

Lawrence County Property Records

The Lawrence County Register of Deeds is the record keeper of documents relating to real property in the county. This includes deeds, mortgages, releases, power of attorney, liens, plats, amendments, and other miscellaneous documents. To access property records, you may contact the Lawrence County Register of Deeds:

Lawrence County Register of Deeds

200 West Gaines, Suite 102
Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Phone: (931) 766-4180

Lawrence County Court Records Online

The Lawrence County Online Court Records System allows individuals to search for case information by name, year, or case number. Third-party online resources like tennesseecourtrecords.us may also provide convenient access to Lawrence County court records, allowing users to search by name, case number, or date. These platforms offer flexibility and broad coverage, making it easier to find case information from multiple jurisdictions. However, they may not always have the most accurate or up-to-date data and some services charge fees for detailed records. Additionally, certain cases, such as sealed records, might be unavailable. For the most reliable and current information, it’s best to consult the official court system directly.