Sevier County Court Records Search
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Sevier County is part of Tennessee’s Fourth Judicial District, serving a rapidly growing population that now exceeds 100,000 residents. The county’s court system operates out of two primary facilities in Sevierville: the historic Sevier County Courthouse at 125 Court Avenue and the Rex Henry Ogle Courts Building at 127 Commerce Street, which opened to the public in April 2026. Residents, attorneys, and the general public regularly need access to case filings, judgments, dockets, court orders, and other documents maintained by the various clerk offices throughout the county. This guide covers the practical steps for locating and requesting those records, whether the need involves a criminal matter, a civil dispute, a family law proceeding, or a probate case.
Tennessee maintains a statewide court information network that can be a useful starting point for anyone researching case records. Through TennesseeCourts.us, the public can access the Public Case History system for appellate-level cases, locate clerk contact information, and review court rules and calendars. At the trial court level, the Tennessee Case Finder offers 24/7 online access to cases filed through Circuit Court Clerk offices across the state. Beyond these digital tools, records can be obtained directly from the relevant clerk’s office in person, by mail, or by phone. Public access terminals and counter staff at each courthouse location can assist with searches when online resources do not return the needed information.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Sevier County?
The method for looking up a case depends on the type of court that handled the matter. Sevier County’s trial-level courts include the Circuit Court, Chancery Court, General Sessions Court, and Juvenile Court, along with four municipal courts. Each has a designated clerk’s office responsible for maintaining case files.
Online Searches
- Visit the Tennessee Case Finder to search Circuit Court cases by party name, case number, or attorney name.
- Use the Public Case History tool on TennesseeCourts.us for cases that have reached the Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, or Court of Criminal Appeals.
- Pay court fees associated with General Sessions matters online at CourtFeePay.com.
In-Person Searches
Walk-in requests can be made at any of the following clerk offices during business hours (generally 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday):
| Court / Office | Location | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit Court Clerk (Civil) | 127 Commerce St., Suite 2104, Sevierville, TN 37862 | (865) 453-5536 ext. 3 |
| Circuit Court Clerk (Criminal) | 127 Commerce St., Suite 2104, Sevierville, TN 37862 | (865) 774-3731 |
| General Sessions Clerk (Criminal) | 127 Commerce St., Suite 1103, Sevierville, TN 37862 | (865) 453-6116 |
| General Sessions Clerk (Civil) | 127 Commerce St., Suite 1103, Sevierville, TN 37862 | (865) 429-5671 |
| Clerk & Master (Chancery) | 125 Court Ave., Suite 108W, Sevierville, TN 37862 | (865) 453-4654 |
| General Sessions Clerk (Juvenile) | 125 Court Ave., Suite 308W, Sevierville, TN 37862 | (865) 428-5284 |
When searching in person, staff will typically need the names of the parties involved, a case number if available, and approximate filing dates. A valid photo ID may be requested. Viewing docket information and basic case records is generally free, but copies and certified documents carry fees.
Mail Requests
Written requests can be sent to the appropriate clerk’s office at the addresses listed above. Include the full names of the parties, any known case numbers, the type of record needed, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Payment for copy and certification fees should accompany the request.
Are Court Records Public in Sevier County?
Tennessee law establishes a strong presumption of public access to court records. Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 34 affirms that the public has a statutory right to inspect records maintained by the courts, subject to specific exceptions. The Tennessee Public Records Act (Tennessee Code Annotated § 10-7-503) further supports this right while delineating categories of records that are exempt from disclosure.
Records that are generally available to the public include civil and criminal case filings, court orders, judgments, dockets, motions, and most pleadings filed in the case record.
Records that are confidential or restricted under Rule 34 and state law include:
- Juvenile court records
- Records sealed by court order or subject to a protective order
- Unpublished drafts of judicial orders and opinions
- Internal judicial deliberation materials, conference notes, and memoranda
- Court security information and threat assessments
- Records involving trade secrets or proprietary information
- Records related to ongoing criminal investigations that have not yet resulted in charges
- Personal identifying information that a court has ordered redacted
Tennessee Code Annotated § 10-7-504 lists additional specific exemptions. If a records request is denied, the requesting party may seek review by the court. Trial courts in Tennessee are required to maintain written public records policies pursuant to T.C.A. § 10-7-503(g), and requesters may ask the clerk’s office for a copy of the applicable policy.
When requesting copies, standard fees apply across most Sevier County clerk offices:
- Copies: $0.50 per page
- Certified copies: $5.00 per certification (plus $0.50 per page)
- Exemplified copies: $10.00 (General Sessions); $21.00 plus $0.50 per page (Probate)
Sevier County Criminal Court Records
Criminal cases in Sevier County are processed through two primary courts. The General Sessions Court handles misdemeanor trials, preliminary hearings for felony cases, and traffic citations. Cases bound over for felony prosecution move to the Circuit Court’s Criminal Division, which also hears grand jury indictments and appeals from General Sessions.
Where Criminal Records Are Maintained
The General Sessions Clerk’s Office maintains records on state warrants, traffic citations, misdemeanor hearings, and felony preliminary hearings. The Criminal Division is located at:
General Sessions Clerk — Criminal Division
127 Commerce Street, Suite 1103
Sevierville, TN 37862
Phone: (865) 453-6116
Fax: (865) 774-3842
The Circuit Court Clerk maintains records for criminal cases that proceed to indictment, trial, or appeal. That office can be reached at:
Circuit Court Clerk — Criminal Division
127 Commerce Street, Suite 2104
Sevierville, TN 37862
Phone: (865) 774-3731
Arrest and Inmate Information
The Sevier County Sheriff’s Office publishes a current inmate roster on its website. Recent bookings can also be reviewed through the county’s ISOMS jail portal, which displays inmates booked within the last 24 or 72 hours along with charge and bond details.
Statewide Criminal History Checks
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation allows the general public to request a name-based Tennessee criminal history report on any individual. The fee is $29.00 per subject, is non-refundable, and does not require fingerprints. This check returns adult criminal history records maintained at the state level.
Local Rules
Criminal proceedings in the Fourth Judicial District are governed by local rules of practice for Criminal Court, available through TennesseeCourts.us.
Sevier County Civil Court Records
Civil litigation in Sevier County is divided between the General Sessions Court and the Circuit Court, with the Chancery Court handling certain equity and statutory matters.
General Sessions — Civil Division
The General Sessions Court has jurisdiction over civil cases involving amounts of $25,000 or less, including actions to recover money or personal property, landlord-tenant disputes (detainer warrants), and garnishments. The General Sessions Clerk processes all civil filings and maintains the related records. Key civil filing fees in General Sessions include:
| Filing Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Issue of Civil Warrant | $198.50 |
| Issue of Warrant with service in Sevier County | $250.50 |
| Each additional defendant | $52.00 |
| Garnishment (clerk fee + service) | $25.00 + $42.00 |
| Bank Levy / Execution of Cash Assets | $77.00 |
| Subpoena (clerk fee + service) | $10.00 + $52.00 |
| Post-Judgment Motion | $25.00 |
| Show Cause Order | $77.00 |
| Detainer Warrant | $250.50 (+ $52.00 each additional defendant) |
Downloadable forms available from the General Sessions Clerk include an Interpleader Warrant and a Subpoena.
Circuit Court — Civil Division
The Circuit Court handles civil cases exceeding $25,000, including personal injury, workers’ compensation, property damage, and contract disputes. The Civil Division of the Circuit Court Clerk can be reached at (865) 453-5536 ext. 3. A complete Civil Court Cost List is published on the county website. Fax filings are accepted for certain documents at a cost of $5.00 plus $1.00 per page; however, pleadings that carry a filing fee, appeals, confidential documents, and summons bonds cannot be filed by fax.
Chancery Court
The Clerk & Master’s Office handles Chancery Court filings, which encompass civil matters such as contract disputes, will contests, delinquent property tax collections, and certain custody issues. The office is open 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Local rules governing Chancery Court practice in the Fourth Judicial District are available online. Filing fees were updated effective January 2026; a current schedule of Chancery Court fees has been posted by the Clerk & Master.
Civil rules for the Fourth Judicial District Circuit Court can be found through the local rules of practice for Circuit Court (Civil).
Individuals who do not have an attorney and need legal assistance may contact Legal Aid of East Tennessee for information on available resources.
Sevier County Family Court Records
Sevier County does not have a standalone family court. Family law matters — including divorce, child custody and visitation, child support, adoption, and orders of protection — are heard primarily by the Circuit Court. The Chancery Court also exercises jurisdiction over some child support and custody matters.
Divorce Records
Divorce cases are filed and adjudicated in the Circuit Court. To obtain a copy of a divorce case file, contact the Circuit Court Clerk’s Civil Division at (865) 453-5536 ext. 3. The Clerk & Master’s Office maintains divorce decrees associated with Chancery Court proceedings and will mail certified copies upon request. Provide the names of both parties and the approximate date of divorce. Copy costs are $0.50 per page, with a $5.00 certification fee per document. Requests by mail should be addressed to:
Clerk & Master’s Office
P.O. Box 4426
Sevierville, TN 37864-4426
Phone: (865) 453-4654
The Tennessee Office of Vital Records maintains statewide divorce records, and the Tennessee State Library and Archives holds historical divorce records that are more than 50 years old.
Child Support
Court-ordered child support cases handled through the Circuit Court are managed by the Child Support division of the Circuit Court Clerk’s office, reachable at (865) 429-5270. The Chancery Court also collects and distributes child support payments. The Child Support Magistrate for Sevier County can be reached at (865) 428-0737, and the Dandridge Child Support Office at (865) 471-7901.
Orders of Protection
To qualify for an order of protection in Sevier County, the petitioner must demonstrate recent physical abuse or a credible threat against their life. The respondent must be a family member, household member, or someone with whom the petitioner has had an intimate relationship. Protection order cases are filed through the Circuit Court Clerk.
Marriage Records
The Sevier County Clerk’s Office issues marriage licenses and maintains marriage records. Licenses and certified copies are available at three locations:
- Sevier County Courthouse: 125 Court Ave., Suite 202E, Sevierville — Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. — (865) 453-5502, option 3
- Gatlinburg Office: 405 Reagan Drive, Gatlinburg — Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. — (865) 430-3404
- Pigeon Forge Office: 186 Old Mill Avenue, Pigeon Forge — Saturday only, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. — (865) 908-6613
Marriage license fees are $101.00 for Tennessee residents and $41.00 for out-of-state residents. Tennessee residents who complete a four-hour premarital course receive a $60.00 reduction. Certified copies of marriage certificates cost $5.00 in person, $15.00 by mail (money order or cashier’s check only), or $16.36 online by credit card through the online marriage certificate request portal. Applicants can also pre-apply for a marriage license online.
Birth and Death Records
The Sevier County Health Department — Vital Records office issues certified copies of Tennessee birth and death certificates. Each copy costs $15.00. The Health Department is located at 719 Middle Creek Road, Sevierville, TN 37862, and can be reached at (865) 453-1032. Additional information about Tennessee vital records is available through the Tennessee Department of Health Vital Records division.
Sevier County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Sevier County are handled by the Sevier County Clerk’s Office — Probate Division. The types of matters filed through this office include probate of wills, conservatorships, guardianships, name changes, and small estate affidavits.
Contact Information
Sevier County Probate Division
125 Court Ave., Suite 202E
Sevierville, TN 37862
Phone: (865) 453-5502, option 5
Probate Clerk: Ginger Riggs — griggs@seviercountytn.org
Probate Clerk: Glenda Tucker — gtucker@seviercountytn.org
Filing Requirements
All probate filings — including petitions for probate, conservatorship, guardianship, and name changes — must be prepared by a Tennessee-licensed attorney. Probate clerks are not permitted to provide legal advice or recommend counsel.
Small Estate Affidavits
Under Tennessee Code Annotated § 30-4-101, estates valued at $50,000 or less that involve no real estate may be administered through a Small Estate Affidavit. Requirements include:
- Administration by an attorney
- A 45-day waiting period after the date of death
- A certified copy of the death certificate
- A list of all outstanding debts of the deceased
- If an original Last Will and Testament exists, it must be filed as an attachment
Probate Fee Schedule (Effective January 1, 2026)
| Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Probate with Publication | $503.50 |
| Probate without Publication | $433.50 |
| Conservatorship | $433.50 |
| Guardianship | $433.50 |
| Muniment of Title | $433.50 |
| Name Change | $258.50 |
| Small Estate Affidavit | $433.50 |
| Estate Claims | $50.00 |
| Exception to Claims | $42.00 |
| Filing of Will for Safekeeping | $10.00 |
| Preparing Record on Appeal | $300.00 |
| Re-Open of Old Estate | $75.00 |
| Summons / Subpoena | $10.00 |
| Copy Fees (per page) | $0.50 |
| Document Certification | $5.00 (plus $0.50/page) |
| Document Authentication / Exemplification | $21.00 (plus $0.50/page) |
Public Access
All probate matters filed in Tennessee are public record and available for review at the County Clerk’s office in the county of filing. There is no restriction on who may inspect probate case files at the Sevier County Clerk’s Office, though copies carry the per-page fees listed above.