Campbell County Court Records Search
TennesseeCourts.us is not a consumer reporting agency as defined by the FCRA and does not provide consumer reports. All searches conducted on TennesseeCourts.us are subject to the Terms of Service and Privacy Notice.
Campbell County is a rural county in northeastern Tennessee, with Jacksboro serving as the county seat. The county’s judicial system is divided among several distinct courts — Circuit, Criminal, General Sessions, Juvenile, and Chancery — each with its own clerk, jurisdiction, and record-keeping responsibilities. Understanding which court handled a particular matter is the first step in locating any specific case file or document.
For those beginning a broader search, TennesseeCourts.us offers a statewide reference point for Tennessee’s judicial system. Records in Campbell County may be accessed through clerk offices, public access terminals at the courthouse, written requests by mail, or online tools maintained by the state and county courts. The specific access method depends on which court originated the record and whether the matter is classified as public or confidential.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Campbell County?
Two offices handle the majority of Campbell County’s court records, and the nature of the case determines which one to contact.
Circuit Court Clerk’s Office
The Campbell County Circuit Court Clerk — currently Bobby W. Vann — is responsible for records generated by the Circuit Court, Criminal Court, General Sessions Court, and Juvenile Court. The office provides public access computer terminals at the courthouse where anyone can research and inspect case records in person.
Campbell County Circuit Court Clerk
| Address | 570 Main Street, P.O. Box 26, Jacksboro, TN 37757 |
|---|---|
| Phone: (Criminal, Sessions, Juvenile) | (423) 562-2624 |
| Phone: (Circuit) | (423) 562-0296 |
| Fax: (Criminal, Sessions, Juvenile) | (423) 563-0342 |
| Fax: (Circuit) | (423) 562-1242 |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. |
Chancery Court Clerk and Master
Records from the Chancery Court — which covers civil equity matters, probate, divorce, adoption, name changes, and related proceedings — are maintained by the Clerk and Master’s office, currently Dennis Potter.
Campbell County Clerk and Master
| Address | 570 Main Street, Suite 110, Jacksboro, TN 37757 |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 182, Jacksboro, TN 37757 |
| Phone | (423) 562-3496 |
| Fax | (423) 562-9732 |
Online Case Search
For appellate-level records — Tennessee Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and Court of Criminal Appeals — the Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts Public Case History provides online search access. A fee schedule and court calendar for trial-level cases are available on the Circuit Court Clerk’s website.
Filing Fees Reference
A general fee schedule for Circuit Court filings and court costs is available on the Circuit Court Clerk’s website. Case categories include contract and debt matters, personal injury, workers’ compensation, appeals from General Sessions, adoptions, conservatorships, divorce, child support enforcement, wage garnishment, name changes, and appellate record preparation.
Are Court Records Public in Campbell County?
Tennessee maintains a strong presumption in favor of public access to government records, including court documents. The Tennessee Public Records Act (TPRA), codified at T.C.A. § 10-7-503, grants any person the right to inspect or copy public records unless state law or a court order provides otherwise. Rule 34 of the Tennessee Supreme Court Rules supplements this by establishing the public’s right of access to court records specifically.
Despite this general openness, several categories of records carry confidentiality protections:
- Juvenile court records — case files involving minors are not open to general public inspection
- Active criminal investigation records — law enforcement and court records tied to ongoing investigations are withheld to protect investigative integrity
- Social Security numbers and financial account information — redacted from publicly viewable documents
- Protected witness information — identifying details for witnesses in sensitive cases may be sealed
- Sealed records — any record sealed by court order is inaccessible without a specific legal authorization
Courts may seal individual documents or entire case files after appropriate hearings when privacy or safety interests outweigh the public’s right to access. Requesters who believe a record should be accessible despite a denial may pursue an appeal through the court system. The Tennessee Office of Open Records Counsel publishes a comprehensive list of statutory exceptions to the TPRA for reference.
Campbell County Criminal Court Records
Criminal matters in Campbell County move through three court tiers depending on the severity of the charge and the procedural posture of the case.
Court Structure for Criminal Matters
- General Sessions Court — Handles misdemeanor trials where the defendant waives the right to a jury trial, and preliminary hearings for felony cases. Judge: the Honorable Amanda Sammons.
- Criminal Court — Established specifically to handle criminal cases and hear misdemeanor appeals from lower courts. Judge: the Honorable Shayne Sexton (contact: (423) 907-7503).
- Circuit Court — Court of general jurisdiction that also hears criminal cases and appeals from city, General Sessions, Juvenile, and Municipal Courts. Judge: the Honorable John McAfee (contact: (423) 526-9829).
All three courts’ records are maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk’s office. Records from General Sessions, Criminal, and Juvenile proceedings are handled through the (423) 562-2624 line; Circuit Court criminal records through (423) 562-0296.
Sheriff’s Office Records
Arrest records, incident reports, and related law enforcement documents are held by the Campbell County Sheriff’s Office, separate from court case files.
Campbell County Sheriff’s Office
| Sheriff | Wayne Barton |
|---|---|
| Address | 610 Main Street, P.O. Box 82, Jacksboro, TN 37757 |
| Phone | (423) 562-7446 |
Statewide Felony Offender Search
The Tennessee Department of Correction maintains a free public database for locating felony offender records. The Tennessee Felony Offender Information Lookup (FOIL) allows searches by name and returns supervision status, conviction details, and related case information for individuals who have been or currently are in state custody or under supervision. This resource is useful when searching for felony-level outcomes outside of specific local court files.
Inmate Information
Current jail roster information for the Campbell County Detention Center is available through the county’s jail resources. Arrest records may also be obtained by contacting arresting agencies including the Sheriff’s Office and city police departments operating within the county.
Campbell County Civil Court Records
Civil cases in Campbell County are split between two courts based on the type of dispute and the amount in controversy.
General Sessions Court — Limited Civil Jurisdiction
General Sessions Court handles civil cases within specific monetary limits and restricted case types — generally smaller disputes including landlord-tenant matters and simple contract claims. Judge Amanda Sammons presides over both General Sessions and Juvenile proceedings. Contact the Circuit Court Clerk at (423) 562-2624 for General Sessions civil records.
Circuit Court — General Civil Jurisdiction
The Circuit Court hears civil cases beyond General Sessions’ monetary limits, including personal injury, contract disputes, property damage, malpractice, and wrongful death claims. Circuit Court jurisdiction also overlaps with Chancery Court in some civil matters. Circuit civil records are maintained by the Circuit Court Clerk and accessible through the (423) 562-0296 line or in person at the courthouse.
Chancery Court — Civil Equity and Specialized Matters
The Campbell County Chancery Court, presided over by Chancellor Elizabeth C. Asbury, handles a broad range of civil equity and specialized matters including:
- Contract disputes and employment discrimination
- Injunctions and real property actions
- Delinquent property taxes and annual delinquent tax sales
- City of Jellico and City of LaFollette real and personal tax matters
- Worker’s compensation and tax disputes
- Name changes
Records from all Chancery civil proceedings are maintained by Clerk and Master Dennis Potter at Suite 110 in the Jacksboro courthouse.
Court Fee Reference
Filing fees for civil matters vary by case category. The Circuit Court Clerk’s fee schedule lists applicable categories including Category 1 (contract, tort, personal injury, wrongful death), Category 2 (workers’ compensation, General Sessions appeals, condemnation), and additional fees for process service, garnishments, levies, hospital liens, and appellate record preparation. Contact the relevant clerk’s office for current exact amounts before submitting any payment.
Campbell County Family Court Records
Family law matters in Campbell County are handled across multiple courts, with jurisdiction determined by the type of proceeding.
Divorce
Divorce proceedings are filed with and managed by the Chancery Court. The Clerk and Master’s office at Suite 110, 570 Main Street, maintains all divorce records. Requesters may contact the office at (423) 562-3496 for copies or access to case information. Filing fees for divorce are listed in the Circuit Court Clerk’s fee schedule under both “Divorce No Children” and “Divorce With Children” categories.
Child Support, Custody, and Paternity
The Chancery Court handles child support enforcement, child support modification, interstate child support matters, and conservatorship filings. Paternity and legitimation proceedings may be filed in Circuit Court. Both the Circuit Court Clerk and the Clerk and Master maintain relevant records depending on the originating court.
Adoption and Name Changes
Adoptions and name change petitions are processed through the Chancery Court. The Clerk and Master’s office handles all associated filings and records under Chancellor Asbury’s supervision.
Juvenile Court
Cases involving minors — including dependency, neglect, delinquency, and unruly child matters — fall under Juvenile Court jurisdiction. Judge Amanda Sammons presides. Juvenile records are confidential by law and not available for general public inspection. The Circuit Court Clerk’s office maintains these records but access is restricted.
Marriage Certificates
Marriage licenses are issued by the Campbell County Clerk’s Office. Certified copies of marriage certificates can also be obtained through the Tennessee Vital Records division of the Tennessee Department of Health. Three options are available for ordering:
- In person at the Campbell County Health Department:
162 Sharp-Perkins Road, Jacksboro, TN 37757 | Phone: (423) 562-8351
Records may also be requested at any county health department statewide. - By mail to Tennessee Vital Records, 1st Floor, Andrew Johnson Tower, 710 James Robertson Parkway, Nashville, TN 37243
- Online through the state’s third-party vendor (convenience fees apply in addition to the standard fee)
For mail requests, complete the Application for Certified Copy of a Tennessee Certificate of Marriage, attach valid identification, and include the $15.00 fee.
Divorce Certificates from Vital Records
Certified copies of divorce certificates are also available through the Tennessee Vital Records office using the same submission channels. Complete the Application for Certified Copy of a Tennessee Certificate of Divorce and include valid identification and the $15.00 fee.
Birth and Death Records
Birth and death certificates are processed through the same channels as marriage and divorce records. Complete the Application for Certified Copy of a Tennessee Certificate of Birth with valid identification and the $15.00 fee. Death records follow the same process. Both may be ordered in person at the Campbell County Health Department, by mail to Tennessee Vital Records, or online through the state’s vendor.
Campbell County Probate Court Records
Probate proceedings in Campbell County fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the Chancery Court, with Chancellor Elizabeth C. Asbury presiding. The Clerk and Master Dennis Potter serves as the administrative custodian for all probate filings and records.
Types of Matters Handled in Probate
The Campbell County Chancery Court handles the following probate-related proceedings:
- Testate estates — probating wills and issuing letters testamentary
- Intestate estates — administering estates of persons who died without a valid will
- Guardianship — court-appointed oversight for minors or incapacitated persons
- Conservatorship — financial management for individuals who cannot manage their own affairs
- Adoptions — including related termination of parental rights proceedings
- Trust administration and related disputes
How to Access Probate Records
Probate case files are public records unless a court has determined a specific matter to be confidential. To request copies or review a probate file:
- Contact the Clerk and Master’s office at (423) 562-3496 to confirm the case exists and identify what documents are available.
- Visit the office in person at Suite 110, 570 Main Street, Jacksboro, during regular business hours to review the file or order copies.
- For mail requests, send a written inquiry to P.O. Box 182, Jacksboro, TN 37757, identifying the decedent’s name, approximate date of death, and the specific documents needed.
Most probate estates involving significant assets require representation by a Tennessee-licensed attorney. Self-represented individuals may appear in simpler matters but should consult with the Clerk and Master’s office before proceeding. Court filing fees for probate matters are listed within the broader Circuit Court Clerk fee schedule, with applicable categories covering conservatorship filings among other estate-related actions.