Coos County Court Records

In Coos County, court records are essential to the county's legal system. They help ensure transparency in judicial trials, equity, and fairness in trial processes. Coos County court records comprise Coos County arrest records and other documents relating to criminal and civil trials. Typically, Court records contain information such as:

• Case information
• Names of litigants
• Case summaries
• Dates and filing information
• Names of presiding judges and attorneys representing the litigants
• Court decisions and orders
• Evidence and exhibits
• Transcripts.

In Coos County, court records are accessible through the Coos County Clerk of the Superior Court.

Are Court Records Public in Coos County?

Yes, Coos County court records are public. The New Hampshire Right-to-Know Law established public rights to access them. However, there are exceptions to public access to some records. For instance, court records relating to minors are not publicly accessible.

Coos County Court Records Search

Coos County records search refers to the various options for accessing documents related to legal trials within the Coos County Superior Court and Circuit Court District Division. These documents are accessible online through the New Hampshire e-Court system. Alternatively, Coos County court records are accessible offline through the Coos County Superior Court or Circuit Court District Division.

Coos County Courts

The Coos County trial system comprises the Coos County Superior Court and Coos County 1st Circuit Court Divisions. Interested individuals may contact the Coos County Superior Court and 1st Circuit Court District Divisions at the following addresses:

Coos County Superior Court
55 School Street, Suite 301,
Lancaster,
NH 03584
Phone: (855) 212-1234

Coos County 1st Circuit Court District Division - Berlin
650 Main Street, Suite 100,
Berlin,
NH 03570
Phone: (855) 212-1234

Coos County 1st Circuit Court District Division - Colebrook
17 Bridge Street,
Colebrook,
NH 03576
Phone: (855) 212-1234

Coos County 1st Circuit – District Division – Lancaster
55 School Street, Suite 201
Lancaster,
NH 03584
Phone: (855) 212-1234

Coos County Criminal and Civil Records

Interested individuals may access Coos County criminal and civil case records through the New Hampshire e-Court system. These search tools provide access to criminal case records and non-criminal trial documents relating to civil lawsuits, Probate adjudications, and family law-related trials. Records seekers may also register for the New Hampshire Judicial Branch's Case Access Portal and access non-confidential Coos County Circuit Court District Divisions case files.

For copies of documents not available online or certified copies of Coos County civil and criminal case records:

• Download a New Hampshire Judicial Branch's Request form Certificate or Copy Form
• Complete the request form and submit it through mail or in-person visit to the appropriate Coos County court.

Individuals seeking copies of case records relating to felony criminal cases, general civil claims for amounts above $1,500.00, and civil claims where the amount in dispute is above $25,000.00 should visit or mail the Coos County Superior Court. For records of Coos County misdemeanor criminal cases, general civil claims for less than $1,500.00, and civil claims for amounts below $25,000.00, inquirers may need to mail or visit the specific Coos County Circuit Court District Divisions. Requesters may also access Coos County arrest records as part of Coos County court records.

Coos County Marriage Records

Coos County marriage records are publicly accessible through the local town or city clerk's offices and the New Hampshire Division of Vital Records Administration. To access Coos County marriage records:

Complete and submit a New Hampshire Department of State Division of Vital Records Administration (DVRA) Certificate Application Form to:

NH Department of State
Division of Vital Records Administration
Registration / Certification
9 Ratification Way,
Concord,
NH 03301-2455

Note: the DVRA charges $15.00 per copy of documents, along with any credit card processing fees. Additional copies of the same documents issued simultaneously cost $10.00 per copy.

Coos County Divorce Records

Coos County divorce records are publicly accessible unless there are judicial restrictions. However, juvenile information, Security Numbers, financial account details, and information about domestic abuse are redacted. Public members seeking access to Coos County divorce records should register and log into the New Hampshire Judicial Branch Case Access Portal or the New Hampshire e-Court system and use the search tools to look for documents relating to Coos County divorce.

Additionally, record seekers may access Coos County divorce records through mail or in-person visits to the Coos County Clerk of the Superior Court at:

55 School Street, Suite 301,
Lancaster,
NH 03584
Phone: (855) 212-1234

Coos Birth Records

In New Hampshire, access to birth records is subject to time restrictions. Coos County birth records before 1911 are publicly accessible. In contrast, requesters must demonstrate a direct and tangible interest in accessing Coos County birth records from 1911.

Birth records serve legal and personal purposes. For instance, they are identification documents and proof of citizenship. Birth records are also necessary for accessing benefits and services such as school enrollment, Social Security, and life insurance.

Record seekers seeking access to Coos County birth records should contact the Coos County town or city clerk offices where the birth occurred. For Coos County birth records older than 50 years (all the way to 1640):

• Download a New Hampshire Certificate Application Form

• Complete the form and mail or submit it to:

  NH Department of State
  Division of Vital Records Administration
  Registration / Certification
  9 Ratification Way,
  Concord,
  NH 03301-2455.

Note: Access to Coos County birth records may require valid government-issued photo identification documents.

Coos Death Records

Coos County death records detail the demise of individuals within Coos County. These documents may serve as legal proof of death, and are essential for insurance claims, genealogical and epidemiological research, and government health policies. In Coos County, death records are accessible to the immediate families of the deceased, authorized legal representatives, and individuals with legitimate interests.

Individuals seeking access to Coos County death records should contact the Coos County town and city clerk’s offices in the specific location where the death occurred. For Coos County death records dating back to 1640, download and complete a New Hampshire Certificate Application Form and mail or submit it in person to the New Hampshire Department of State Division of Vital Records Administration Registration / Certification at:

9 Ratification Way,
Concord,
NH 03301-2455.

Coos County Probate Court Records

Coos County probate court records are legal documents relating to trust administration, Will contests, guardianships, conservatorships, intestate succession, adoptions, and other legal trials within the Coos County 1st Circuit – Probate Division – Lancaster.

Individuals seeking access to Coos County probate court records should register and log into the New Hampshire Judicial Branch Case Access Portal and search for Coos County probate case information. Alternatively, mail or visit the Coos County 1st Circuit – Probate Division – Lancaster at:

55 School Street, Suite 104,
Lancaster,
NH 03584.

Coos County Property Records

The Coos County Registry of Deeds is the custodian of property records in Coos County. These documents include but are not limited to property-related documents such as deeds, land permits, property tax records, plat maps, property sales history, liens and encumbrances, and building permits.

Record seekers may access Coos County property records through the Coos County, New Hampshire AVA Search Portal. Information seekers may also register accounts and download the Coos County, New Hampshire Laredo Desktop Search or use the Coos County, New Hampshire Laredo Anywhere Search app to access property through MAC and mobile phones.

Individuals seeking certified copies or comprehensive access to Coos County property records should call or visit the Coos County Registry of Deeds at:

55 School Street, Suite 103,
Lancaster,
NH 03584
Phone: (603) 788-2392

Coos County Court Records Online

Almost anyone may access Coos County criminal and civil case records through the New Hampshire e-Court system. Information seekers may also use third-party online resources to access Coos County court records. Newhampshirecourtrecords.us and other third-party websites are alternatives to traditional government sources for documents and information; they provide global access to case files from various New Hampshire courts. Nonetheless, users should note that there may be discrepancies and errors in documents and information from non-official sources. Accuracy cannot be guaranteed.