Dear Fellow Citizens,
Welcome to the virtual Clerk of District Court's
office! Our office is responsible for a wide variety of duties
and record-keeping for Yellowstone County.
It is the responsibility of the Clerk of District
Court to both protect and provide open access to the records in
our possession. Some documents and records are sealed and confidential
by law, but most are open to public review.
You may find yourself in need of our assistance
if you need to obtain a marriage license, review documents regarding
a probate filing, obtain a copy of your dissolution decree, or
if you find yourself selected for a district court jury panel.
These are just a few of the many types of matters handled within
our office.
Hopefully, this web site will help you on your way
to finding the information you need. If you are unable to locate
your information, or you need any help at all, please give us
a call. We are more than happy to assist you in any way possible.
Sincerely,
Laura A. Brent
Clerk of District Court
Jury Commissioner
The Clerk of District Court is a sworn public servant
who, by constitutional and statutory authority, provides the primary
administrative function for the District Court of the 13th Judicial
District Court. Since 1867, when the Clerk of Court position was
established in this state, the office has served as the direct
link between the public and the court.
While
the Clerk of District Court's office is pleased to assist you
in any way possible, please understand that we are unable to provide
legal advice. If you need legal advice, please contact an attorney.