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Platte County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Platte County, Wyoming. Serving a population of 8546 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Wheatland • Land Area: 2081,459 sq mi • State: Wyoming (WY)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Platte County Courthouse / Recording Office, Wheatland, WY 82201

Seat of government for Platte County in Wheatland, WY.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(307) 727-2461

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 56031 • Coordinates: 42.1316° N, -104.9540° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Platte County

  • ✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
  • ✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
  • ✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
  • ✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode
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Land Records & Real Property

Platte County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Wyo. Stat. § 18-3-402
First Page Base Fee
$12.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$3.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
None (Wyoming has no real estate transfer tax)
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Wyoming:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.
Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.
Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.
Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Platte County

License Fee $30.00
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 365 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Platte County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Issued by County Clerk. Valid for 1 year with no waiting period.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $25.00
Death Cert $25.00
Marriage Cert $25.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Wyoming Department of Health Vital Statistics Services and the local Platte County clerk counter.
Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.
Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Platte County

Filing Fee: $10.00
1. Filing Authority

In Platte County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Wyoming Secretary of State.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Wyoming.

3. State Rules & Notice

Trade name registered with the Wyoming Secretary of State.

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Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Wyoming county recording statutes. Get attorney-drafted Quitclaim Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Promissory Notes formatted with correct margins and statutory acknowledgments.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Platte County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Platte County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Platte County office is located at Platte County Courthouse / Recording Office, Wheatland, WY 82201. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (307) 727-2461.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Platte County?
Under Wyoming statute (Wyo. Stat. § 18-3-402), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Platte County costs $12.00 for the first page, plus $3.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: None (Wyoming has no real estate transfer tax).
How do I obtain a marriage license in Platte County, WY?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Platte County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $30.00. Wyoming requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 365 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Platte County?
In Platte County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Wyoming Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $10.00. Trade name registered with the Wyoming Secretary of State.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Platte County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $25.00 and death certificates starting at $25.00) can be requested through the Wyoming Department of Health Vital Statistics Services or directly at the Platte County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.