Walsh County is located in the eastern part of North Dakota. The county has approximately 10,563 residents and a land area of 1,281.6 square miles. Its county seat is Grafton City.

Courts in Walsh County

Walsh County is home to a District Court and two Municipal Courts. The District Court generally handles a wide range of cases, including civil actions, criminal felony and misdemeanor proceedings, mental health, and probate matters. In addition, the District Court has a Juvenile Court division that hears cases relating to child neglect and juvenile delinquency. There is also a Small Claims Court division that presides over general civil claims with a value of $5,000 or less.

The Municipal Courts in Walsh County are located in Grafton and Drayton. Each court exercises jurisdiction over cases on municipal ordinances and traffic violations.

Where to Find Public Court Records in Walsh County

The Walsh County District Clerk maintains all records of the District Court’s proceedings. These records are available in electronic format on the North Dakota Courts Records Inquiry Portal. Interested persons may also visit the Clerk’s office to access and obtain copies of court records.

Municipal Courts in Walsh County also have Clerks who maintain records of the cases heard by the courts. Residents may contact the Municipal Courts to request copies of their records.

Types of Public Court Records in Walsh County

Court records are documents and information pertaining to a court case or proceeding. Court records in Walsh County are available to members of the public unless restricted by statute. Common examples of court records include:

• Case index
• Court calendar
• Docket sheets
• Orders and judgments
• Court minutes

Confidential Court Records in Walsh County

Some court records in Walsh County are restricted from public access to protect sensitive information and preserve confidentiality. Examples of such records include:

• Juvenile cases
• Adoption and paternity records
• Mental health records
• Records involving Social Security numbers and other financial information
• Drug and alcohol treatment records.

Juvenile Delinquency in Walsh, ND

Unfortunately, in many areas of the Walsh County, juvenile delinquency issues are on the rise. There are many reasons for the rise in youth offenders. The juvenile sentence in North Dakota often depends on the severity of the crime, the number of crimes, and other family matters.

A lot of counties, including, Walsh County, are focusing on family therapy and relationships rather than punishment for juvenile crimes. Future Walsh County juvenile delinquency numbers will show whether or not this approach is working.

Government of Walsh County, ND

https://www.nd.gov/

County Seat:	Grafton
Government Type:	County
Authority:	Home Rule
Year Organized:	1881
Total Square Miles:	1,294
2019 Population:	10,855
Persons/Square Mile:	0.12
County Contact:	600 Cooper Ave County Courthouse Grafton , ND 58237-1535 http://www.co.walsh.nd.us/

Walsh County, ND Courts