Windsor County court records, Vermont, are available through several channels. WindsorCourt.us allows searching for publicly available information about court cases in the county. Additionally, records can be found through the official online resources of the Vermont court system, directly at the clerk's office at the Windsor District Courthouse, as well as through public terminals installed in the courthouse building in White River Junction.
Windsor Court System & Jurisdictions
Vermont organizes its court system differently than most states. Instead of county courts of general jurisdiction, there is a single structure — the Vermont Superior Court, which is divided into divisions. In Windsor County, these divisions operate from the courthouse building in White River Junction.
- Criminal Division — handles criminal cases: felonies, misdemeanors, and violations prosecuted by the Windsor County State's Attorney's office.
- Civil Division — civil lawsuits, including small claims cases up to $5,000, as well as larger civil disputes.
- Family Division — divorces, child custody, alimony, protective orders. The family court is located at 82 Railroad Row, White River Junction.
- Probate Division — wills, estate management, guardianship, adoption. Historical probate court records are stored in the Vermont State Archives.
- Judicial Bureau — traffic violations, municipal fines, and some administrative cases.
Federal cases concerning the county are handled by the U.S. District Court for the District of Vermont.
Contact information for the main divisions:
Judicial Bureau — Windsor
Family Division — Windsor
Windsor Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
The schedule of hearings in Vermont courts is published through the Judiciary's online system. To find out which hearings are scheduled for today, tomorrow, or this week in Windsor County, use the Vermont Judiciary website (vermontjudiciary.org), where calendars for each division of the Superior Court are posted.
- Go to the Vermont Judiciary page and select the "Court Calendars" section.
- Select "Windsor" as the court location and the desired division (Criminal, Civil, Family, etc.).
- Specify the date range — the system will show scheduled hearings with party names, case numbers, and times.
You can also call the court clerk's office directly at the numbers listed above to confirm the time of a specific hearing. Public terminals in the Windsor District Courthouse building allow viewing the calendar on-site.
How to Get a Copy of a Windsor Court Document
Most court documents in Vermont are public according to 1 V.S.A. § 317 and the Vermont Rules for Public Access to Court Records. However, family cases, juvenile cases, and some sealed criminal records have restricted access.
Certified and Uncertified Copies
The difference is significant. A certified copy has the court seal and clerk's signature — it is needed for submission to other courts or government agencies. An uncertified copy is suitable for personal review.
How to Obtain a Copy
- In Person: Visit the court clerk's office in White River Junction. You will need the case number or party names. The clerk will find the document and make a copy for you.
- By Mail: Send a written request specifying the case number, party names, document type, and return address. Include a check or money order for the appropriate amount.
- Online: Some documents can be ordered through the Vermont Judiciary's electronic system. For criminal checks, the VCCRIS service is available.
Mailing address for requests:
For cases heard in White River Junction, confirm the address and division by phone, as different divisions may have separate mailboxes.
Windsor Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court documents in Vermont are set by administrative orders and Judiciary rules. Below are approximate rates applicable to the Superior Court. Confirm exact amounts with the clerk's office before submitting a request.
| Service | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Copy of court document (per page) | $1.00 |
| Document certification | $5.00 per document |
| Court record search (by name) | Free in person; a fee may apply for written requests |
| Criminal history check via VCCRIS (online) | $30.00 |
| Criminal history check (with fingerprints, via VCIC) | Depends on type of check |
Payment is accepted by check or money order made out to "Vermont Superior Court." Some clerk's offices also accept credit cards in person — confirm in advance. The online VCCRIS service accepts card payments directly on the site.
Additional information on criminal record checks and related fees can be found on the Vermont Crime Information Center website.