How to search Montana court records
Montana's statewide portal reaches most, but not all, courts. A few jurisdictions run their own separate systems — see the additional lookups below. Cost varies by record type — some searches are free, others require a paid account or a formal records request.
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Open the official Montana portal →
What's actually there
District court records access varies by county; the Supreme Court docket is free online.
Other official lookups for Montana
Federal cases filed in Montana
State portals don't cover federal court. If the case you're looking for might be a federal criminal prosecution, civil suit, or bankruptcy, use CourtRecordsFree's live federal search — it queries CourtListener/RECAP directly and isn't limited to any one state.
Search tips
- Try both "Last, First" and "First Last" — courts index names inconsistently.
- Middle initials and suffixes (Jr., III) often matter for common names.
- A date of birth or case number is the only reliable way to confirm you found the right person.
- An arrest or charge shown in a docket is not a conviction — read the disposition.
Frequently asked questions
Is it free to search Montana court records online?
It depends on what you're looking for. Some record types on Montana's portal are free; others require payment or a formal request.
Does this include criminal records?
Yes. Montana's portal includes criminal case records alongside civil cases, subject to the sealing and expungement rules described below.
Does one search cover the whole state?
Mostly. Montana's statewide portal covers most courts, but a few jurisdictions maintain separate systems — worth checking the additional lookups above if your court isn't listed.
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