Latimer County Criminal Records Search
Latimer County criminal records are held by the Court Clerk and the Sheriff's Office in Wilburton, Oklahoma. This small southeastern Oklahoma county has a population of about 10,073 and runs a 20-bed jail that processes roughly 400 arrests per year. Court dockets for Latimer County can be searched for free on the state court system, and arrest logs are kept at the jail. You can look up case files in person at the courthouse or search online from home using free state tools. Copies of court documents take a call or a short trip to the right office in Wilburton.
Latimer County Overview
Latimer County Court Records
The Latimer County Court Clerk keeps all district court files at the courthouse on 109 N. Central Avenue in Wilburton. The phone number is (918) 465-2011. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The clerk handles records for felony cases, misdemeanors, civil suits, probate, and family law matters. Criminal case records include the charge, hearing dates, plea entered, and how the case ended. Most files are open to the public under 51 O.S. § 24A, the Oklahoma Open Records Act.
Copies cost $1.00 for the first page and $0.50 each after. Certified copies add $5.00 for the court seal. You can pay at the window or send a check by mail with a self-addressed stamped envelope. Processing by mail takes a few business days.
Latimer County sits in the 16th Judicial District. Felony criminal cases go before the District Judge. Misdemeanors, traffic cases, and preliminary hearings are heard by the Associate District Judge. The Court Clerk manages the jury pool, sends hearing notices, and handles protective order filings.
Search Latimer County Cases Online
The Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN) is the main free tool for searching Latimer County criminal records online. You can look up court dockets by name, case number, or attorney. Results show case types, filing dates, and all actions the court took. OSCN covers criminal felonies, misdemeanors, traffic tickets, and civil matters in Latimer County. The system runs around the clock at no charge.
Search results on OSCN list the case style, dates, and every docket entry from start to finish. You can trace a criminal case from the initial filing through sentencing or dismissal. Case numbers use standard codes: CF for criminal felonies and CM for criminal misdemeanors. Viewing docket info is free, but you need the Court Clerk to get actual copies of filed documents. The clerk can also tell you the status of a case if you call during office hours.
On Demand Court Records (ODCR) may also have Latimer County data. ODCR sometimes has scanned documents that OSCN does not show. Basic searches are free. Full document images require a monthly subscription. For a thorough search of Latimer County criminal records, it is worth checking both.
Note: Very recent filings may take a day or so to appear on OSCN.
Latimer County Sheriff and Jail
The Latimer County Sheriff's Office is at 109 N. Central Avenue in Wilburton. Call (918) 465-2544 for the main line. The office handles arrests, criminal investigations, civil process service, and jail operations. Deputies provide law enforcement for Wilburton and other communities in the county. Business hours are Monday through Friday, but dispatch runs around the clock.
The Latimer County Jail sits at 111 North Central Street in Wilburton. It has 20 beds and processes about 400 arrests per year. Monthly turnover is around 40%, meaning beds free up regularly. You can call (918) 465-4012 any time, day or night, to ask about inmates. The booking process includes identification verification, mugshots, fingerprinting, a health screening, and a classification assessment for housing. The facility accepts bail by cash, credit, and money order.
Video visitation is available through City Tele Coin. You need to register an account at videovisits.ncic.com to schedule a visit. Phone calls and messaging are also handled through City Tele Coin. The jail follows standard rules for incoming and outgoing mail. The Sheriff's Office keeps arrest records, incident reports, and investigative files under the Oklahoma Open Records Act. Written records requests during business hours may carry copy fees.
The Sheriff's Office provides fingerprinting services and coordinates with municipal police in Wilburton on cases within the city limits. Deputies also provide court security at the Latimer County courthouse.
Latimer County Criminal Record Fees
Fees for Latimer County criminal records follow state standards. Court document copies cost $1.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each page after. Certified copies add $5.00. A criminal history search through the OSBI CHIRP portal is $15.00 per name under 74 O.S. § 150.9. Sex offender and violent offender registry checks are $2.00 each.
OSCN searches are completely free. So are basic ODCR searches. The Sheriff's Office does not charge for phone inquiries about current inmates or bond amounts. Written requests for incident reports or other records may carry standard copy fees.
State Criminal Record Resources
Oklahoma operates several state databases that cover Latimer County. The OSBI CHIRP portal lets you get official criminal history reports. It shows fingerprint-based arrest and conviction data for serious misdemeanors and felonies across the state. You need an account and a credit card to use it.
The DOC Offender Lookup tracks people in state prison or under DOC supervision. If someone from Latimer County went to a state facility, this tool shows where they are, how long their sentence is, and when they might get out. The Sex Offender Registry lets you search for registered offenders near Wilburton or anywhere in Latimer County by name, address, or zip code. It updates daily.
Victims and concerned community members can use VINELink to track an offender's custody status. Sign up for alerts by email, text, or phone when an inmate is released or moved. The service is free. The Oklahoma VINE number is 1-877-654-8463.
Expungement in Latimer County
Oklahoma allows certain criminal records to be sealed through expungement. The rules are in 22 O.S. § 18. You may qualify if you were arrested but never charged, if charges were dropped, or if you finished a deferred sentence. Pardons and old misdemeanor convictions may also open the door. The statute lists sixteen different categories.
To start the process in Latimer County, file a petition with the District Court in Wilburton. The OSBI charges $150 to process the order, and court filing fees range from $50 to $200. Most cases take 30 to 45 days to finish. Once the record is sealed, it is treated as if it never existed. You can lawfully deny the arrest or charge ever happened. A local attorney can help you determine whether your situation meets the requirements.
Latimer County Land Records
The Latimer County Clerk provides access to land records through OKCountyRecords.com. The system covers deeds, mortgages, liens, and other property documents. You can search by name, instrument type, or legal description.
Free searching is available online. Document images may cost a small fee. For records not yet in the digital system, visit the courthouse in Wilburton and check the physical record books. The clerk's office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
Cities in Latimer County
Wilburton is the county seat and the largest city in Latimer County. It is also home to Eastern Oklahoma State College. All criminal cases from across the county are processed through the courthouse in Wilburton. Other communities include Red Oak and Panola. No cities in Latimer County have individual pages on this site.
Nearby County Criminal Records
These counties border Latimer County and have their own criminal record offices:
Each county has its own Court Clerk and Sheriff's Office. Court dockets for all Oklahoma counties are on OSCN.