Murray County Court Docket Records
Murray County court docket records are kept at the district court in Slayton. The docket covers civil, criminal, family, and probate matters filed in the county. You can search these records at no cost through Minnesota Court Records Online, or visit the courthouse in person during regular business hours. Each docket entry shows party names, case numbers, hearing dates, and the full register of actions for every case on file in Murray County.
Murray County Overview
Murray County District Court
The Murray County District Court in Slayton handles all case types filed in the county. The court administrator's office maintains the docket, processes filings, and responds to copy requests. Staff can help you find a case or answer questions about how to get documents. Call before visiting to confirm current hours.
| Address | 303 25th St, Slayton, MN 56172 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (507) 836-6140 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Judicial District | Fifth Judicial District |
The Murray County District Court page on the Minnesota Judicial Branch website has current contact information and links to court resources. Check there for any updates before you make the trip.
Murray County is part of the Fifth Judicial District, which serves counties in southern Minnesota. Judges rotate across counties in the district and your case may be heard by one who covers several counties in the area.
How to Search Murray County Court Docket Records
Minnesota Court Records Online, known as MCRO, is the free public system for looking up Murray County court docket records. Access it at publicaccess.courts.state.mn.us. No login is needed. You can search by name or case number without creating an account.
At the case search page, enter a name or case number and filter by Murray County. Results show the case number, parties, filing date, case type, and status. Clicking a result opens the full register of actions, a complete log of every event and ruling in the case from first filing through final outcome.
MCRO includes other useful tools. The Hearing Search lets you see cases scheduled on a specific date. The Judgment Search covers civil money judgments. Both are free and need no registration. The Document Search allows access to actual documents filed in some case types.
Not all records are publicly visible. Juvenile cases, sealed files, and records restricted under Minn. Stat. § 13.84 are not searchable online. If you need a record that doesn't appear in MCRO, call (507) 836-6140 or visit the courthouse in Slayton.
Note: MCRO covers all Minnesota courts. Always filter by Murray County when you only want local results.
What Murray County Court Docket Records Contain
The court docket is the formal log of every action taken in a case. Murray County docket entries record the date, the type of action, and any orders the court has issued. You can trace any case from its first document through service, hearings, and the final resolution.
The Murray County District Court handles criminal cases from petty misdemeanors through felonies, civil disputes over property and contracts, family matters including divorce, custody, and support, and probate filings covering estates and guardianships. Traffic cases also come through this court. All case types generate docket records in the same basic format.
Each docket record includes the names of all parties, the case number, the assigned judge, the filing date, and the complete register of actions. The register notes every document and hearing, along with outcomes. Court docket records are public in most situations and available to anyone who wants to look up a case in Murray County.
The Murray County court page on mncourts.gov provides an overview and links to resources.
This screenshot shows the Murray County page on the Minnesota Judicial Branch website, listing contact details and links to case access tools.
Court Docket Copy Fees in Murray County
Viewing Murray County court docket records online is free. MCRO gives you access to the case index and register of actions without any charge. You pay nothing to search names, look up case numbers, or read docket entries in the system.
Paper copies cost more. A certified copy of a court record in Murray County is $14.00, set by Minn. Stat. § 357.31. Uncertified copies may carry a per-page fee. Call (507) 836-6140 before visiting or mailing a request to confirm what you'll owe.
Mail requests for copies go to Murray County Court Administration, 303 25th St, Slayton, MN 56172. Include the case number, party names, and a check or money order for the fee. Staff will follow up if more payment is needed.
Check the Court Fees page on the Minnesota Judicial Branch website for the current statewide schedule before sending any payment.
Accessing Court Records at the Murray County Courthouse
The Murray County courthouse in Slayton is open weekdays from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Public access terminals inside connect to the MCRO database. You can search cases on these terminals during regular hours. Staff at the front counter can assist if you need help or want to look at a physical file.
Older cases may not be in the electronic system. If you need a file from an earlier period, contact the court administrator's office to ask about availability and how to arrange access. For current cases, coming in person lets you review the full file and request certified copies right away.
New filings are accepted at the counter during business hours. Bring all document copies and any required fees. Mail requests for copies are also accepted. Include as much detail as possible, including the case number, to help staff locate the record quickly.
Legal Help Resources for Murray County
The Minnesota Judicial Branch runs Self-Help Centers at courthouses across the state. These centers are free and help with forms and procedures. Staff won't give legal advice but can walk you through the process and point you toward the right forms.
Legal aid organizations in southern Minnesota may offer free or reduced-cost help for those who qualify. Check with the court administrator's office for a referral. The Access Case Records page explains what's public and how to request records not available online.
Official criminal history records go through the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, not the court system. The BCA Criminal History Search provides statewide law enforcement data. Court records and BCA records are separate. Cases expunged under Minn. Stat. § 609A won't show in public court searches. Data access rules are governed by Minn. Stat. § 13.90.
Cities in Murray County
Murray County includes Slayton as its county seat, along with smaller communities such as Currie, Fulda, and Iona. All court filings for residents throughout the county are handled at the Murray County District Court in Slayton.
No communities in Murray County reach the population threshold for a dedicated city page. If you live in Murray County, your court records are filed and maintained at the district court in Slayton.
Nearby Counties
Murray County borders several other counties in southwestern Minnesota. Each county has its own district court. Check where you live to determine which court handles your case.