Dallas Court Records Online
Dallas court records are held by the Dallas County District Clerk and County Clerk, both located at the George Allen Courts Building in downtown Dallas. Civil, criminal, and family cases filed in Dallas go through the Dallas County court system, which covers one of the most active court dockets in Texas. District court cases for Dallas Court Records Online residents are filed in Dallas and can be searched at dallas.tx.publicsearch.us or through re:SearchTX. The District Clerk in the courthouse handles felony cases, civil suits, and family law. Municipal court handles Class C misdemeanors and traffic violations separately.
Dallas Overview
Dallas County Handles Dallas Court Filings
Dallas is the county seat of Dallas County. All district court filings for Dallas go through Dallas County. The Dallas County District Clerk handles felony criminal cases, civil lawsuits above $200,000, and family law matters including divorce and custody. The District Clerk's office is at 600 Commerce Street, Suite 103 in the George Allen Courts Building. The County Clerk at 500 Elm Street handles misdemeanor cases, probate, and official public records. Dallas County operates over 40 district courts. Cases can be searched online through the county's public record search tool. For full details on the Dallas County court system, visit the Dallas County Court Records page.
| District Clerk | Felicia Pitre |
|---|---|
| Address | 600 Commerce Street, Suite 103, Dallas, TX 75202 |
| Phone | (214) 653-7307 |
| County Clerk | John F. Warren |
| County Clerk Address | 500 Elm Street, Suite 2100, Dallas, TX 75202 |
| County Clerk Phone | (214) 653-7099 |
| Online Search | dallascounty.org |
How to Search Dallas Court Records
The Dallas County record search tool at dallascounty.org is the main starting point for most Dallas court record searches. You can search by party name or case number. The system returns case type, filing date, party names, and current status. The Dallas County Clerk online records system also lets you search property records, deeds, and other official filings separate from the court system. For statewide searches, use re:SearchTX at research.txcourts.gov. This covers all 254 Texas counties and is free to use. You can search by party name, case number, or attorney bar number. The system is helpful when you are not sure which county a case was filed in. eFileTexas at efiletexas.gov handles electronic filing for courts across the state.
Below is a screenshot of the Dallas County Clerk portal for court and public records in Dallas. The Dallas County Clerk system covers deeds, property records, and misdemeanor case filings for Dallas County.
Dallas Police Department Records
The Dallas Police Department handles incident reports, accident reports, and arrest records separate from the county court system. Below is a screenshot of the DPD records portal, which you can access at dallaspolice.net. The Dallas Police Department records system handles incident and accident reports for the City of Dallas.
Dallas Court Records Resources
The screenshot below shows one of the main online tools for finding court records related to Dallas. Most district court cases involving Dallas residents are filed in Dallas and can be found through the Dallas online search portal. The portal shown is free to use and lets you search by name or cause number at any time. Results include case type, filing date, party names, and basic docket information without needing to visit the courthouse. If you need full document access or certified copies of any records, contact the Dallas District Clerk's office in the courthouse directly.
Use the resources shown above to start your search for Dallas court records. For cases not found in the county portal, the statewide re:SearchTX system covers all 254 Texas counties. If you need a certified copy of a court document, visit or write to the Dallas District Clerk in the courthouse. Plain copies typically cost around one dollar per page. Certified copies carry an additional fee. Staff at the clerk's office can confirm current rates before you make the trip. The screenshot below shows one of the main online tools for finding court records related to Dallas. Most district court cases involving Dallas residents are filed in Dallas and can be found through the Dallas online search portal. The portal shown is free to use and lets you search by name or cause number at any time. Results include case type, filing date, party names, and basic docket information without needing to visit the courthouse. If you need full document access or certified copies of any records, contact the Dallas District Clerk's office in the courthouse directly.
Use the resources shown above to start your search for Dallas court records. For cases not found in the county portal, the statewide re:SearchTX system covers all 254 Texas counties. If you need a certified copy of a court document, visit or write to the Dallas District Clerk in the courthouse. Plain copies typically cost around one dollar per page. Certified copies carry an additional fee. Staff at the clerk's office can confirm current rates before you make the trip. The screenshot below shows one of the main online tools for finding court records related to Dallas. Most district court cases involving Dallas residents are filed in Dallas and can be found through the Dallas online search portal. The portal shown is free to use and lets you search by name or cause number at any time. Results include case type, filing date, party names, and basic docket information without needing to visit the courthouse. If you need full document access or certified copies of any records, contact the Dallas District Clerk's office in the courthouse directly.
Use the resources shown above to start your search for Dallas court records. For cases not found in the county portal, the statewide re:SearchTX system covers all 254 Texas counties. If you need a certified copy of a court document, visit or write to the Dallas District Clerk in the courthouse. Plain copies typically cost around one dollar per page. Certified copies carry an additional fee. Staff at the clerk's office can confirm current rates before you make the trip. The screenshot below shows one of the main online tools for finding court records related to Dallas. Most district court cases involving Dallas residents are filed in Dallas and can be found through the Dallas online search portal. The portal shown is free to use and lets you search by name or cause number at any time. Results include case type, filing date, party names, and basic docket information without needing to visit the courthouse. If you need full document access or certified copies of any records, contact the Dallas District Clerk's office in the courthouse directly.
Use the resources shown above to start your search for Dallas court records. For cases not found in the county portal, the statewide re:SearchTX system covers all 254 Texas counties. If you need a certified copy of a court document, visit or write to the Dallas District Clerk in the courthouse. Plain copies typically cost around one dollar per page. Certified copies carry an additional fee. Staff at the clerk's office can confirm current rates before you make the trip.
The screenshot below shows one of the main online tools for finding court records related to Dallas. Most district court cases involving Dallas residents are filed in Dallas and can be found through the Dallas online search portal. The portal shown is free to use and lets you search by name or cause number at any time. Results include case type, filing date, party names, and basic docket information without needing to visit the courthouse. If you need full document access or certified copies of any records, contact the Dallas District Clerk's office in the courthouse directly. Use the resources shown above to start your search for Dallas court records. For cases not found in the county portal, the statewide re:SearchTX system covers all 254 Texas counties. If you need a certified copy of a court document, visit or write to the Dallas District Clerk in the courthouse. Plain copies typically cost around one dollar per page. Certified copies carry an additional fee. Staff at the clerk's office can confirm current rates before you make the trip.
The screenshot below shows one of the main online tools for finding court records related to Dallas. Most district court cases involving Dallas residents are filed in Dallas and can be found through the Dallas online search portal. The portal shown is free to use and lets you search by name or cause number at any time. Results include case type, filing date, party names, and basic docket information without needing to visit the courthouse. If you need full document access or certified copies of any records, contact the Dallas District Clerk's office in the courthouse directly. Use the resources shown above to start your search for Dallas court records. For cases not found in the county portal, the statewide re:SearchTX system covers all 254 Texas counties. If you need a certified copy of a court document, visit or write to the Dallas District Clerk in the courthouse. Plain copies typically cost around one dollar per page. Certified copies carry an additional fee. Staff at the clerk's office can confirm current rates before you make the trip.
Types of Court Records in Dallas
Dallas County court records cover a wide range of cases. The District Clerk holds felony criminal files, civil cases above $200,000, and all family law matters. The County Clerk holds misdemeanor criminal records, probate files, and property records. Justice of the Peace courts handle small claims and eviction cases. County courts at law handle civil matters up to $200,000 and Class A and B misdemeanors. Civil records in Dallas County include petitions, motions, judgments, and court orders. Criminal records include indictments, plea agreements, and sentencing documents. Family law files cover divorce, child custody, support orders, and restraining orders. Most records are public under Texas Supreme Court Rule 12. Sealed cases, juvenile records, and expunged matters are not available through the public portal. If you need records from a restricted case, call the District Clerk at (214) 653-7307 to ask about the process. To get copies in person, go to 600 Commerce Street in downtown Dallas. Plain copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an extra certification fee. You can also request copies by mail by sending a written request with the case number, party names, and a check for the estimated cost.
Legal Help in Dallas
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas covers the Dallas area and handles civil matters for people with low incomes. Call (888) 529-5277 or visit lanwt.org to apply. The Dallas Volunteer Attorney Program runs free legal clinics at several locations in the city. Call (214) 243-2243 for clinic schedules and eligibility requirements. The State Bar of Texas has a lawyer referral service at (800) 252-9690. You can search for Dallas attorneys at texasbar.com. TexasLawHelp at texaslawhelp.org provides self-help guides and all official court forms. The Texas State Law Library at sll.texas.gov has free legal research tools available online.
Nearby Cities
These qualifying cities are in or near Dallas County. Each has its own court records page.