Woodbury Court Docket Lookup
Woodbury court docket records are maintained by the Washington County District Court in Stillwater. If you need to search for a case, check a hearing date, or find out what happened in a court matter involving Woodbury, the free Minnesota Court Records Online system gives you access to docket entries for all case types handled by the Washington County court.
Woodbury Overview
Washington County District Court for Woodbury
Woodbury is located in Washington County and falls under the Tenth Judicial District. The city does not have its own municipal court. All criminal, civil, family, and traffic cases for Woodbury residents go to the Washington County District Court. The courthouse is in Stillwater, the county seat, which is about 15 miles northeast of Woodbury. Court Administrator Deb Lepper oversees court administration for Washington County.
The Washington County Courthouse handles a wide range of cases. Criminal matters range from traffic violations and misdemeanors to felony charges. Civil cases cover contract disputes, personal injury, and property issues. Family court handles divorces, custody, child support, and orders for protection. Probate covers estates, guardianships, and conservatorships. Conciliation court, sometimes called small claims court, is also part of this court system and is commonly used for disputes under $15,000.
| Court | Washington County District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082 |
| Phone | (651) 413-8030 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Judicial District | Tenth Judicial District |
| Court Administrator | Deb Lepper |
The Washington County District Court page on mncourts.gov has current phone numbers, directions, and links to court services. The contact page at mncourts.gov/find-courts/washington/contact-us lists division contacts for specific case types.
Searching Woodbury Court Docket Records Online
The primary tool for searching Woodbury court docket records is MCRO, the Minnesota Court Records Online portal at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us. The system is free and open to the public without any registration. You can search by the full or partial name of a party, by case number, or by filing date range. When you find a case, the docket view shows every action taken from the date of filing to the current status of the case.
There are four search tools inside MCRO. Case Search is the main one for finding individual cases. Document Search helps when you know a specific document was filed and want to locate it. Hearing Search shows the court calendar for upcoming case dates. Judgment Search lets you check if a civil judgment was recorded in Washington County against a person or entity. All four tools work the same way: free, no login, available any time.
The City of Woodbury's official website offers city-level information and resources for residents.
The city site does not handle court record requests directly, but it can point residents to the right county resources and city services.
For in-person searches, the Washington County Courthouse in Stillwater has public access terminals that allow you to look up court records on-site. These terminals may show more detail on some records than the public MCRO portal.
Woodbury Court Docket Contents
Each case in the Washington County court system has a docket, which is a running list of every event in the case. For a Woodbury criminal case, the docket starts with the date the complaint or citation was filed, lists the charges by statute, notes each court appearance, records any motions and rulings, and ends with the final disposition. If the defendant was convicted and sentenced, that information is in the docket. If the case was dismissed, that is listed too.
Civil case dockets track filings from both sides, court orders, and judgment entries. Family case dockets include petitions, financial disclosures, temporary orders, and final decrees. Each entry is time-stamped and linked to the case number. For active cases, the docket updates as new events occur. For closed cases, the docket is a complete history of what happened. The docket itself does not include the text of filed documents, but it tells you what was filed so you can request copies.
Certain records are shielded from public access by law. Juvenile cases, adoption proceedings, and records sealed by court order do not show up in MCRO. Data governed by Minn. Stat. § 13.84 may also be restricted. If you can't find a record online that you believe exists, contact the court at (651) 413-8030.
Copy Fees for Woodbury Court Records
Uncertified copies of Woodbury court docket records and case documents are free. This policy took effect July 1, 2023, under changes to state court fee rules. If you need a certified copy, which carries the court seal and is used for legal purposes, the fee is $14.00 per document. Exemplified copies, which provide the highest level of authentication, cost $28.00. These fees follow the statewide schedule under Minn. Stat. § 357.31.
To request copies by mail, send your request to Washington County Court Administration, 14949 62nd Street North, Stillwater, MN 55082. Include the case number, party name, a description of the records you need, and payment for any certified copies. For plain copies, no payment is needed. You can also get records in person at the courthouse during business hours. Call (651) 413-8030 first if you have questions about what to bring or how much a specific request will cost.
Legal Resources for Woodbury Residents
The Washington County District Court offers self-help resources for people dealing with court matters on their own. Court staff can explain procedures and point you toward forms, but they cannot give legal advice. The Minnesota Judicial Branch self-help page at mncourts.gov lists available self-help centers by district and provides guides for common case types including family law, landlord-tenant matters, and harassment.
Legal aid is available for qualifying Woodbury residents through Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid, reachable at (612) 334-5970 and mylegalaid.org. They handle civil cases for people with lower incomes. The Tenth Judicial District, which includes Washington County, also has resources for court users at mncourts.gov/find-courts/tenth-judicial-district.
If you need a background check, do not use MCRO for that purpose. The BCA Criminal History system at chs.state.mn.us is the official tool for criminal background checks in Minnesota. The court docket and the BCA database are separate systems and may show different information. Records eligible under Minn. Stat. § 609A may qualify for expungement, which can affect what appears in future searches.
Note: Washington County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Minnesota, and its court handles a high volume of new filings each year from Woodbury and surrounding communities.
Washington County Court Docket Records
Woodbury is in Washington County, and all court docket records for the city are held by the Washington County District Court. For more information on the county court, fees, and court locations, visit the Washington County page.
Nearby Cities
Other cities in the east metro area have court docket pages on this site. Each falls under a county district court for all case filings.