Washington County, MN Public Records

Washington County public records include documents created or received by government agencies when conducting their business. The Minnesota Government Data Practices Act grants access to these records to interested parties upon request, subject to legal restrictions or confidentiality requirements. The records available to the public include vital records like marriage, divorce, birth, and death certificates, which the County Recorder's Office manages. The office also handles licensing records, including applications for business and liquor licenses. Property records, including deeds and mortgages, are available through the County Assessor's Office or the County Recorder's Office, depending on the document type. Traffic violations and judgments are available through the Court Administration Office, and records of taxes owed can be obtained from the County Treasurer's Office.