About Texas Official Records
Texas is a big state with a lot of moving parts when it comes to public records. There are 254 counties, each with its own District Clerk, County Clerk, and court system. On top of that, state-level offices in Austin handle vital records, criminal history checks, and other statewide filings. Tracking down the right office for a specific document can turn into a real chore. That is the problem this site was built to solve. We gather all of the key details into one spot so you can figure out where to go without calling five different offices first.
The Reason This Site Exists
Public records in Texas belong to the public. The Texas Public Information Act makes that clear. But knowing you have the right to see a record and actually getting your hands on it are two different things. County clerks handle property filings. District clerks deal with court cases. The Texas Department of State Health Services manages birth and death certificates. And that just scratches the surface.
We set up this site to bridge that gap. Our pages walk you through which office holds what, how to reach them, and what to expect when you make a request. If there is an online portal or search tool available, we point you to it.
What This Site Covers
- County Pages: Office locations, phone numbers, hours, and mailing addresses for District Clerks and County Clerks in all 254 Texas counties
- City Pages: Details on which county court serves each major Texas city and how to get in touch with the clerk that handles local filings
- Record Guides: Straightforward explanations of different record types in Texas, who can access them, and what restrictions might apply
- Search Tools: Links to outside search services that pull data from public records databases
What We Do Not Offer
This is a private website. We are not affiliated with any Texas government agency at any level. There are some things we flat out cannot do:
- Submit records requests or file documents on your behalf
- Provide certified copies of court orders, vital records, or any official paperwork
- Offer legal guidance or tell you how to proceed with a case
- Guarantee that every address, phone number, or office hour listed here is still current
Certified copies and documents bearing an official court seal must come directly from the government office that issued them. We can point you to the right place, but the document itself has to come from their hands.
Search Partners
You will notice links to paid search services on some of our pages. These are run by outside companies that set their own pricing and handle billing on their end. We may receive a referral fee if you click through and use one of those tools. That is part of how we keep this site running at no charge to visitors. We have no control over what those services charge or what turns up in their search results.
How We Handle Accuracy
Government offices move. Phone numbers change. Hours shift around holidays or due to staffing. We try to keep everything on this site current, but mistakes happen. Before driving to a courthouse, pick up the phone and confirm they are open and can help with what you need. Two minutes on a call can save you a wasted trip across town.
If you spot something outdated or incorrect, let us know and we will get it updated.
Reach Out to Us
Have a question or found an error? Visit our Contact page and drop us a line. We go through every message that comes in.