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Garden County, Nebraska Arrest Records

Are Arrest Records Public in Garden County, Nebraska?

Arrest records are public documents in Garden County, Nebraska, pursuant to the Nebraska Public Records Law (Neb. Rev. Stat. §§ 84-712 to 84-712.09). This legislation establishes the public's right to access government records, including those pertaining to arrests made by law enforcement agencies. The statute specifically mandates that public records shall be accessible to citizens during regular business hours, with limited exceptions as prescribed by law.

The Nebraska Public Records Law defines public records as "all records and documents, regardless of physical form, of or belonging to this state, any county, city, village, political subdivision, or tax-supported district in this state, or any agency, branch, department, board, bureau, commission, council, subunit, or committee of any of the foregoing."

Members of the public seeking arrest records in Garden County may obtain:

  • Names of arrested individuals
  • Charges filed
  • Date and time of arrest
  • Booking information
  • Case disposition details

Certain information within arrest records may be redacted in accordance with privacy laws, particularly details pertaining to:

  • Juvenile offenders (protected under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 43-2,108)
  • Victims of sexual assault or domestic violence
  • Confidential informants
  • Ongoing investigations where disclosure might impede law enforcement efforts

Can Arrest Records be Found Online in Garden County?

Garden County arrest records are not available through online public access portals. Unlike larger Nebraska counties that maintain digital databases for public records, Garden County, with its smaller population and limited resources, has not implemented comprehensive online record systems for arrest documentation.

The Nebraska Court Case Search system, maintained by the Nebraska Judicial Branch, provides limited online access to court cases but does not include comprehensive arrest record information. Pursuant to Nebraska Supreme Court Rule § 1-808, electronic court records are subject to specific access protocols that differ from physical records.

The Garden County Sheriff's Office maintains the primary repository of arrest records in the county but does not offer digital access to these documents. Similarly, the Garden County District Court maintains court records related to arrests but does not provide these materials through online platforms.

How to Look Up Garden County Arrest Records in 2025

Individuals seeking arrest records in Garden County must follow established procedures for records requests. The following methods are available for obtaining arrest documentation:

  1. In-person requests may be submitted at the Garden County Sheriff's Office:

    Garden County Sheriff's Office
    611 Bayard Street
    Oshkosh, NE 69154
    Phone: (308) 772-3540
    Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    Garden County Sheriff

  2. Written requests may be submitted by mail to the Sheriff's Office with the following information:

    • Full name of the subject of the record
    • Date of birth (if known)
    • Approximate date of arrest
    • Case number (if known)
    • Requestor's contact information
    • Purpose of the request

  3. Court records related to arrests may be obtained from:

    Garden County Court
    P.O. Box 465
    Oshkosh, NE 69154
    Phone: (308) 772-3696
    Fax: (308) 772-0149
    Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Garden County Court

  4. For felony cases or more serious offenses that proceed to district court:

    Garden County District Court
    611 Bayard Street
    Oshkosh, NE 69154
    Phone: (308) 772-3370
    Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    Garden County District Court

Pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 84-712(4), agencies must respond to records requests within four business days. Fees for copies of records are established under Neb. Rev. Stat. § 84-712(3)(b) and may include:

  • Photocopying fees (typically $0.25-$1.00 per page)
  • Search and retrieval fees for extensive requests
  • Certification fees for official copies

Contents of a Garden County Arrest Record

Garden County arrest records contain standardized information as required by Nebraska law enforcement protocols. These records typically include the following components:

  1. Biographical information:

    • Full legal name of the arrested individual
    • Any known aliases or previous names
    • Date of birth
    • Gender
    • Race/ethnicity (as categorized by law enforcement)
    • Physical description (height, weight, identifying marks)
    • Residential address at time of arrest

  2. Arrest details:

    • Date and time of arrest
    • Location of arrest
    • Arresting agency and officer identification
    • Statutory violations cited
    • Narrative description of circumstances leading to arrest
    • Weapons or contraband seized (if applicable)

  3. Processing information:

    • Booking number and facility
    • Fingerprint classification
    • Mugshot photographs (front and profile views)
    • Property inventory
    • Medical screening notes (non-confidential portions)

  4. Case disposition:

    • Bond amount and conditions
    • Court appearance dates
    • Preliminary hearing outcomes
    • Case status (pending, dismissed, convicted)

The Nebraska Criminal Justice Information System (NCJIS) maintains standardized formats for arrest records across all counties, including Garden County, pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 29-3506, which defines criminal history record information and its proper maintenance.

Expungement of Arrest Records in Garden County

Nebraska law provides mechanisms for the expungement or sealing of certain arrest records under specific circumstances. In Garden County, individuals may petition for expungement pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 29-3523, which governs the dissemination of criminal history record information.

Eligibility criteria for expungement in Garden County include:

  1. Cases resulting in no charges being filed:

    • Records may be sealed if no charges are filed within one year of arrest
    • The arrested individual must not have prior felony convictions
    • The prosecutor must not object to the sealing

  2. Cases resulting in dismissal or acquittal:

    • Records may be sealed upon motion to the court
    • The court must find that sealing serves the interests of justice
    • No subsequent arrests or convictions have occurred

  3. Diversion program completion:

    • Successful completion of a prosecutor-approved diversion program
    • Compliance with all program requirements
    • Payment of all associated fees and restitution

The expungement process requires filing a petition with the Garden County Court or District Court, depending on the severity of the original charge. The petition must include:

  • Certified copies of the arrest record
  • Affidavit attesting to eligibility
  • Filing fee (approximately $150, though fee waivers may be available)
  • Proposed order for the court's consideration

Upon successful expungement, records are sealed from public view but remain accessible to law enforcement agencies and certain government entities for specific purposes as outlined in Neb. Rev. Stat. § 29-3523(5).

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