Recorder of Deeds

Are you getting married? Follow these steps!

Civil Union Registry

Request a certified copy of a marriage license here: https://aumentumweb.jacksongov.org/

OR

Request a certified copy by regular mail. The request should include:

• Names utilized at the time of the marriage license application.
• Date of the marriage
• Current mailing address
• Telephone number you can be reached if necessary. 

A $10.00 personal check or money order, made payable to the Recorder of Deeds Department, should be included. Certified Copies will be mailed the same day the request is received or the next morning.

Submit documents or requests by mail to:
Historic Truman Courthouse
Recorder of Deeds Office
112 W. Lexington
Suite 30
Independence, MO 64050

The purpose of the Jackson County Recorder of Deeds Office is to review and index submitted documents for placement into the Public Record. For information on how to prepare a deed for submission look here.

Recording Requirements

 When preparing a document for submission, please be aware of these requirements.

Recording Fees

 A complete list of how to pay for recording services.

Request a Certified Copy of a Deed

Request a certified copy of a deed online here: https://aumentumweb.jacksongov.org/

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The Jackson County Recorder of Deeds strongly recommends that non-essential personal information be excluded from any document presented for recording with this office.

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To receive a copy of a divorce decree, call Civil Records at 816-881-1710.

The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) for the State of Missouri was substantially revised with the passage of Revised Article 9. The Code applies to all transactions which are intended to create a security interest in personal property or fixtures located in Missouri. Banks, mortgage companies and leasing companies file the largest volume of these liens.

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