Warren County Court Records Search

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    Warren County, Tennessee sits in the heart of the Upper Cumberland region, with McMinnville serving as the county seat. The county’s court system spans several divisions — Circuit, Chancery, General Sessions, Juvenile, and Municipal — each responsible for different categories of legal proceedings and the records generated by them. Whether you are conducting legal research, confirming a case outcome, or requesting documents for personal use, knowing which court holds the records and how to access them is the essential starting point.

    Court records in Tennessee can be located through official clerk offices, public access terminals at the courthouse, and state-maintained online systems. TennesseeCourts.us is a useful starting point for identifying publicly available case information across the state’s court system, including appellate records and links to county-level resources. For county trial court records, direct contact with the applicable clerk’s office remains the most reliable access method.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Warren County?

    The Circuit Court Clerk — currently Cassidy L. Cantrell — serves as the records custodian for Warren County’s Circuit, General Sessions, and Juvenile Courts. All three courts share the same physical location at the Warren County Courthouse. The Chancery Court operates separately with its own Clerk and Master.

    Online Case Search

    The Warren County court system provides an online records portal for Circuit and General Sessions cases at warren.tncrtinfo.co. Searches on this platform require the case party name, case number, or filing year. Court dockets for civil and criminal Circuit Court cases and General Sessions civil and criminal cases are also published on the Circuit Court Clerk’s page via shared Dropbox links, updated regularly.

    For appellate and supreme court records, the Tennessee Public Case History portal maintained by the Tennessee Administrative Office of the Courts allows searches of Supreme Court, Court of Appeals, and Court of Criminal Appeals cases.

    In-Person Requests

    In-person access to records is available at the clerk’s office during regular business hours. Requesters should bring identifying case details such as the case number, party names, and approximate filing date to facilitate retrieval. Copy fees are assessed per the applicable fee schedule.

    Warren County Circuit Court Clerk

    DetailInformation
    ClerkCassidy L. Cantrell
    Address111 South Court Square, McMinnville, TN 37110
    MailingP.O. Box 639, McMinnville, TN 37111
    Phone(931) 473-2373
    Fax(931) 473-3726
    Emailclcantrell@warrencountytn.gov
    HoursMonday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

    Are Court Records Public in Warren County?

    Tennessee’s open records framework is established by Tenn. Code Ann. § 10-7-503, which declares that all public records shall be open for inspection by any Tennessee citizen unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Court records generated by Warren County courts generally fall within the scope of the Tennessee Public Records Act and are available to the public unless otherwise restricted.

    Records that are generally public include:

    • Circuit Court civil and criminal case filings
    • General Sessions civil warrants, criminal case filings, and traffic matters
    • Chancery Court civil and domestic filings
    • Probate petitions, estate inventories, and guardianship orders
    • Marriage licenses issued by the County Clerk

    Records that are restricted or confidential include:

    • Juvenile Court records — Confidential under Tenn. Code Ann. § 37-1-153; identifying information about minors in all court proceedings is protected from public disclosure
    • Adoption records — Sealed under Tennessee law; require a court order for access
    • Grand jury proceedings — Materials related to grand jury deliberations are confidential under Tenn. R. Crim. P., Rules 6 and 16
    • Child custody and support records involving minors — Portions containing identifying minor information may be withheld
    • Records sealed by court order — Any case file or document sealed by a judge pursuant to a specific order

    Requesters who believe a record has been improperly withheld may invoke the review procedures available under the Tennessee Public Records Act. Custodians must respond to requests promptly and provide a written explanation for any denial.

    Warren County Criminal Court Records

    Circuit Court — Felony Prosecutions

    Felony criminal cases in Warren County originate in General Sessions Court through preliminary hearings or are presented directly to the Grand Jury by the District Attorney. Once indicted, defendants are arraigned in Circuit Court, which handles all felony jury trials and criminal appeals from the lower courts. The Circuit Court Clerk maintains all criminal case filings, indictments, jury verdicts, sentencing orders, and post-conviction documents.

    The Warren County Circuit Court criminal docket is publicly accessible through the online records portal. Criminal court sits regularly, with the Grand Jury convening on the first Friday of every month unless otherwise scheduled. Grand jury proceedings are confidential, but resulting indictments become part of the public record once returned.

    General Sessions Court — Misdemeanors and Preliminary Hearings

    The General Sessions Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, and preliminary hearings for felony charges. It follows a structured weekly schedule:

    • Monday — Civil Court
    • Tuesday — Criminal Court
    • Wednesday — Juvenile Court
    • Thursday — Traffic and Criminal Court
    • Friday — Special Set Cases

    All court costs for General Sessions matters are paid through the Circuit Court Clerk’s office at 111 South Court Square.

    Sheriff’s Office and Arrest Records

    Arrest records and jail-related information are managed by the Warren County Sheriff’s Department. The department serves civil process, executes warrants, and staffs the county jail.

    Warren County Sheriff’s Department
    108 Security Circle
    McMinnville, TN 37110
    Phone: (931) 473-7863
    Fax: (931) 473-5447

    Statewide Criminal History Checks

    For a comprehensive name-based criminal history search, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation processes public background check requests for a fee of $29.00 per search. Requests require the subject’s full name, date of birth, race, and sex. The TBI does not require fingerprints for the general public background check option.

    Expungement

    Eligible individuals seeking to expunge a criminal record must file a petition with the Circuit Court Clerk. Expungement eligibility and procedures are governed by Tennessee’s expungement statutes.

    Warren County Civil Court Records

    Circuit Court Civil Jurisdiction

    The Circuit Court handles all civil actions at law where the amount in controversy exceeds $25,000, as well as appeals from General Sessions Court decisions. Civil case types heard in Circuit Court include personal injury, breach of contract, property damage, and wrongful death claims. The Circuit Court Clerk maintains all pleadings, motions, judgments, and associated filings for these cases.

    Circuit civil dockets are accessible through the online portal at warren.tncrtinfo.co, and are also published through the clerk’s Dropbox-linked docket pages.

    General Sessions Court — Small Claims and Civil Warrants

    For civil disputes involving $25,000 or less, parties may file in General Sessions Court without the formality of full Circuit Court proceedings. This court handles:

    • Civil warrants (under $25,000)
    • Detainer warrants and summons for possession (eviction matters)
    • Worker’s compensation disputes
    • General civil claims within the jurisdictional limit

    General Sessions Court operates out of the same courthouse location as Circuit Court, and all costs are paid through the Circuit Court Clerk’s office.

    Chancery Court Civil Jurisdiction

    The Warren County Chancery Court handles equity matters, including injunctions, declaratory judgments, and business-related disputes requiring equitable relief. It shares the Warren County Courthouse building in Suite 105.

    Warren County Chancery Court
    111 South Court Square, Suite 105
    P.O. Box 639
    McMinnville, TN 37110
    Phone: (931) 473-2364
    Fax: (931) 473-3232

    Property Records

    Property records and assessments are maintained by the Warren County Property Assessor’s Office, located at 201 Locust Street, Suite 5, McMinnville, TN 37110, Phone: (931) 473-3450 The Tennessee Comptroller’s online property assessment database also allows searches by owner name, address, or parcel ID for statewide property data, including Warren County parcels.

    Warren County Family Court Records

    Chancery Court Jurisdiction Over Family Law

    Family law matters in Warren County — including divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support modification, and adoption — are heard in the Warren County Chancery Court. The Clerk and Master for Chancery Court maintains all case files for these proceedings.

    Divorce Records

    Certified copies of divorce decrees filed in Chancery Court can be obtained from the Clerk and Master’s office at Suite 105 of the Warren County Courthouse. Restricted access applies to portions of records that identify minor children. Divorce records from 1945 to the present are also available through the Tennessee Vital Records Office.

    To order a certified copy of a divorce certificate from the state:

    1. Download and complete the Application for a Certified Copy of a Certificate of Divorce or Annulment (Form PH-1671)
    2. Attach a copy of a valid, government-issued photo ID
    3. Enclose a $15.00 money order or check payable to Tennessee Vital Records
    4. Submit by mail or in person to:

    Tennessee Vital Records
    1st Floor, Andrew Johnson Tower
    710 James Robertson Parkway
    Nashville, TN 37243

    Marriage Records

    Marriage licenses issued in Warren County from 1852 to the present are held by the Warren County Clerk’s Office, operated by County Clerk Lesa M. Scott. In-person requests can be made at:

    201 Locust Street, Suite 2P
    McMinnville, TN 37110
    Phone: (931) 473-2623
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

    Marriage certificates can also be ordered through the Tennessee Vital Records Office using Form PH-1670, with a $15.00 fee per certified copy. Requests require a notarized application and a copy of valid photo ID.

    Birth and Death Certificates

    The Tennessee Department of Health Vital Records Office maintains birth records from 1924 to the present and death records for events statewide. Each certified copy carries a $15.00 fee. Relevant application forms include:

    Both forms require a notarized signature, a copy of valid ID, and a $15.00 money order or check payable to Tennessee Vital Records, submitted to the Nashville address listed above.

    Juvenile Court

    The Warren County Juvenile Court meets on Wednesdays as part of the General Sessions Court schedule and handles civil, criminal, and domestic-related juvenile matters. The Circuit Court Clerk also serves as the Juvenile Court clerk. Juvenile records are sealed under Tenn. Code Ann. § 37-1-153 and are not accessible to the general public. Persons seeking access to juvenile records must establish a legal basis and typically require a court order.

    Warren County Probate Court Records

    Probate jurisdiction in Warren County is shared between the Chancery Court (equity-based estate matters, guardianships, and conservatorships) and the Circuit Court, depending on the nature of the proceeding. Estate administration, wills, appointment of personal representatives, and guardianship proceedings are among the matters handled in these courts.

    What Probate Records Contain

    Typical probate case files include:

    • Original will or intestacy determination
    • Petition for letters testamentary or administration
    • Inventory of estate assets
    • Creditor notices and claims
    • Annual accountings and final settlements
    • Guardianship orders and annual reports

    Probate records are public unless they contain sealed personal information or have been placed under court order. The Circuit Court Clerk’s office at 111 South Court Square handles written requests for probate records. Requests should include the decedent’s full name, approximate death date, and case number if known.

    Requesting Probate Records

    To submit a written or in-person request for probate records:

    • Contact the Circuit Court Clerk’s office at (931) 473-2373
    • Include the case party name, case number, and filing or judgment date
    • Copy fees and certification fees apply per the clerk’s schedule

    For Chancery Court probate matters handled by the Clerk and Master, contact the Chancery Court office at (931) 473-2364, Suite 105, Warren County Courthouse, 111 South Court Square, McMinnville, TN 37110.

    McMinnville Municipal Court

    For records related to city ordinance violations and municipal matters within McMinnville’s city limits, the McMinnville Municipal Court serves as the appropriate contact. The court maintains records of violations and collects related fines and costs.

    McMinnville Municipal Court
    204 Red Road, Suite 100, P.O. Box 7088
    McMinnville, TN 37111
    Phone: (931) 473-1211
    Fax: (931) 473-4585