Court records of Tulsa County, Oklahoma, are available through several channels. TulsaCourt.us allows searching for public information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be found through official county court resources, the Court Clerk's office, online portals, and public terminals directly in the courthouse.
Tulsa Court System & Jurisdictions
Tulsa County has an extensive court system, and each court handles clearly defined categories of cases.
Tulsa County District Court is a court of general jurisdiction in the state of Oklahoma. It handles criminal cases (felonies and misdemeanors), civil lawsuits, family matters (divorce, custody, alimony), probate cases (the legal process of transferring property after death), and protective order cases. The court is located at 500 South Denver, Tulsa, OK 74103.
Within the District Court, there are separate divisions:
- Small Claims — lawsuits for amounts up to $10,000, where parties usually represent themselves.
- Traffic Division — traffic violations issued within the county's jurisdiction.
- Juvenile Division — cases involving minors, which are generally closed to public access.
Municipal courts of cities within the county (such as Sand Springs) handle violations of city ordinances and minor offenses separately from the county court.
Federal cases — civil lawsuits under federal law, criminal cases under federal jurisdiction — are handled by the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma, headquartered in Tulsa. Bankruptcy cases are managed by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma.
Tulsa Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
The schedule of hearings for today, tomorrow, or the current week can be checked in several ways.
- District Court Website. The official website of the Tulsa County District Court publishes court session calendars with the judge, room, and time specified.
- Court Clerk's Office. By calling (918) 596-5000, you can confirm the date and time of a specific hearing by providing the case number or party name.
- Public Terminals. Computer terminals are installed in the courthouse at 500 South Denver, where visitors can view the schedule and search for cases by name or number.
- Federal Court. The U.S. District Court's session calendar is available through the PACER system and on the Northern District of Oklahoma website.
Some hearings — especially in cases involving minors or protective orders — are not displayed in public calendars.
How to Get a Copy of a Tulsa Court Document
Copies of court documents are issued by the Tulsa County Court Clerk's office. There are two types of copies:
- Regular (uncertified) copy — suitable for review, not officially certified.
- Certified copy — contains the clerk's seal and signature; required for submission to other courts, government agencies, or for immigration procedures.
How to Order
- In Person. Visit the Court Clerk's office at the Tulsa County Courthouse. You need to know the case number or the full name of the party and the approximate year of filing.
- By Mail. Send a written request specifying the case number, document type, number of copies, and return address. Include a check or money order for the appropriate amount.
- Online. The Court Clerk's website provides information on available electronic case search services.
Mailing address for requests:
Cases containing information about minors, adoptions, or psychiatric evaluations are usually closed to public access. When requesting such documents, check with the clerk if you are entitled to receive them.
Tulsa Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees are set according to Oklahoma state law (Title 28, Oklahoma Statutes) and the internal rules of the Court Clerk's office. Below are approximate rates — exact amounts should be confirmed directly with the Court Clerk's office, as they may change.
| Service | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Search of court record (by name) | $5.00 – $10.00 |
| Regular copy of document (per page) | $1.00 |
| Certified copy of document | $5.00 for certification + copying cost |
| Certified copy of court disposition | $5.00 – $25.00 |
Payment Methods
- In Person — cash, money order, cashier's check. Some services accept credit/debit cards.
- By Mail — money order or cashier's check payable to "Tulsa County Court Clerk."
- Online — depending on the service, card payment may be available on the Court Clerk's portal.
Note: A separate fee is charged for state-level criminal history requests through the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI). These records are not issued by the county Court Clerk.