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Morton County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Morton County, Kansas. Serving a population of 2580 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Elkhart • Land Area: 729,731 sq mi • State: Kansas (KS)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Morton County Courthouse / Recording Office, Elkhart, KS 67950

Seat of government for Morton County in Elkhart, KS.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(785) 793-1999

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

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 20129 • Coordinates: 37.1852° N, -101.8095° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Morton 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

Morton County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by K.S.A. 28-115
First Page Base Fee
$21.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$17.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
None (Mortgage registration tax abolished)
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Kansas:

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 Morton County

License Fee $85.50
Waiting Period 72 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 180 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Morton County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Issued by District Court Clerk. 3-day waiting period.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $20.00
Death Cert $20.00
Marriage Cert $20.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Kansas Department of Health and Environment Office of Vital Statistics and the local Morton 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 Morton County

Filing Fee: $0.00
1. Filing Authority

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

2. Statutory Requirement

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

3. State Rules & Notice

Kansas does not require or register county DBA names; corporations register directly with the Secretary of State.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Morton County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Morton County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Morton County office is located at Morton County Courthouse / Recording Office, Elkhart, KS 67950. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (785) 793-1999.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Morton County?
Under Kansas statute (K.S.A. 28-115), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Morton County costs $21.00 for the first page, plus $17.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: None (Mortgage registration tax abolished).
How do I obtain a marriage license in Morton County, KS?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Morton County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $85.50. Kansas requires a waiting period of 72 hours, and the license is valid for 180 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Morton County?
In Morton County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Kansas Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $0.00. Kansas does not require or register county DBA names; corporations register directly with the Secretary of State.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Morton County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $20.00 and death certificates starting at $20.00) can be requested through the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Office of Vital Statistics or directly at the Morton County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.