Law Library
Address: 725 Courthouse Square Room 105 St. Cloud MN 56303
Voice: 320.656.3678
E-mail: law.library@co.stearns.mn.us
Hours and Location
The Law Library is located in the Stearns County Courthouse. The Library is open to the public Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Library Resources and Services
The Law Library maintains a core collection for research in most legal subject areas. Access to federal caselaw and the caselaw of all 50 states is available, as well as access to United States Code, Minnesota Statutes and numerous other publications specific to Minnesota. Books on real estate, family law and other areas, some legal forms not available through the State/County Court systems, and local ordinances are also contained in the collection. Library staff members are available to assist patrons in locating and using Library materials.
The Law Library has a subscription to Westlaw; it is available at the Library's two public computer stations. A photocopier is located in the Library for patron use. In addition, the Library has a meeting room that can be reserved in advance -- contact Library staff for details.
Search for specific items in the Law Library's collection (will open in a new window)
Self-Help Project
A staff attorney is available at the Law Library. The attorney can help citizens complete civil court forms, assist citizens in understanding the civil court process, and explain options and how to proceed. This service does NOT include legal representation, legal research, strategy, recommendations, or advice. For more information, please contact the Law Library.
Download the Two-Year Self-Help Pilot Project Report (135Kb Adobe Acrobat PDF; opens in a new window)
Law Library 2007 Annual Report
Download the 2007 report (275Kb Adobe Acrobat PDF file; opens in a new window)
Internet Research Sources
The following web sites may help you get started in your legal research. Please contact Law Library staff for further assistance.