Circuit Court - Basin
Scope and Content
Case files, dockets, and administrative records filed with the Big Horn County Justice of the Peace and County Courts ranging from criminal, civil court records to hunter and guide affidavits, coroners inquest, and election certificates. Cases heard by the Justice of the Peace Courts involved misdemeanor charges. Felony cases were either dismissed or bound over to the County District Court. Cases heard by the County Courts could involve either misdemeanor or low-level felony charges.
Dates
- 1897-2004
Language of Materials
English
Access Restrictions
There are no access restrictions on the materials for research purposes, and the collection is open to the public.
Extent
From the Collection: 30.5 cubic feet (includes volumes and boxes)
Repository Details
Part of the Wyoming State Archives, Wyoming Cultural Resources Division, Wyoming Department of State Parks & Cultural Resources Repository
Barrett Building
2301 Central Avenue
Cheyenne Wyoming 82002 United States
(307) 777-7826
wyarchive@wyo.gov