Guide to the Big Horn County Clerk records

Collection

Identifier: RG1123

Staff Only

Scope and Content

This record group contains records created by the county clerk's office and may include records relating to county government administration, county commissioners, budgets and receiving books, elections and appointments, land ownership, brands, county contracts and agreements, corporation and business records, marriages registered with the county, community welfare, motor vehicle titles, and cartographic records.

Dates

1953-2011

Creator

Big Horn County (Wyo.). Clerk (Organization)

Language of Materials

English

Access Restrictions

The collection is open for research with the exceptions of the building plans, military discharges and security/master microfilm rolls

Copy Restrictions

Limited duplication of print materials allowed for research purposes. User is responsible for all copyright compliance.

Historical Note

The county clerk's office manages records relating to county government administration, real estate transactions, corporations, marriages, elections, road and bridge maintenance, and motor vehicle registrations. Prior to 1909, livestock brands were registered at the county level. Historically, counties were also responsible for the welfare of their citizens and often oversaw early efforts to financially assist the poor, mentally ill and elderly.