AGENCY: District Court (Fourth District)

SERIES: 1583
TITLE: Findings of fact and conclusions of law record books
DATES: 1892-1896.
ARRANGEMENT: Alphanumerical.

DESCRIPTION: After considering the evidence presented, a court or jury interprets the evidence and sets forth what it believes, i.e., finds, are the actual facts. The court's findings, along with its "conclusions of law," form the basis for the court's decision. These two volumes record the findings and conclusions in civil and probate cases in the territorial fourth district court.

RETENTION

DISPOSITION

RETENTION AND DISPOSITION AUTHORIZATION

These records are in Archives' permanent custody.

FORMAT MANAGEMENT

Paper: Retain in State Archives permanently.

APPRAISAL

Historical

Disposition based on documentation about individuals, legal procedure, court history and functions. Book(s) serve as a vital record essential for the operation of the court and its ability to fulfill obligations to the public.

PRIMARY DESIGNATION

Public

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