Located in the south-east portion of the state, the county was organized in 1873. It covers a total area of 2,304 square miles with a population of 22,241. The county seat, Jamestown, is located at the intersection of Interstate 94 and Highway 281.

The Stutsman County Courthouse is located at 511 Second Avenue South East, Jamestown.

Occupants of the Courthouse include the Auditor and Tax Director's Office, Clerk Of Court, County Recorder, District Court, Juvenile Court, State's Attorney Office, Treasurer's Office and Weed Department.

The Law Enforcement Center is located at 205 Sixth Street South East, Jamestown.

The Law Enforcement Center houses the Jamestown Police Department, Stutsman County Sheriff's Office, North Dakota Highway Patrol, Veterans Services, Emergency Management, Communications Center/9-1-1 and Corrections Center.