Burleson County Court Records
Burleson County court records cover civil, criminal, family, and probate cases filed in this central Texas county. The District Clerk and County Clerk both maintain public records at the courthouse in Caldwell. With about 18,000 residents, Burleson County is a rural county situated between Bryan-College Station and Austin. The 21st Judicial District Court handles district-level cases for the county. Cases in Burleson County go through the district court for felony charges, civil lawsuits, and family matters, and through the county court for misdemeanor cases and probate. The county portal at burleson.tx.publicsearch.us gives free online access to case information. For certified copies or full document access, contact the District Clerk in Caldwell.
Burleson County Overview
Burleson County District Clerk
The Burleson County District Clerk handles felony criminal cases, civil suits above the county court limit, and all family law matters filed in the 21st Judicial District Court. The courthouse is at 100 W. Buck Street, Caldwell, TX 77836. Phone: (979) 567-2366. Office hours run Monday through Friday during regular business hours. For online searches, re:SearchTX covers e-filed cases from Burleson County. Enter a party name or case number to find results for free. You can also search county clerk records through TexasFile at texasfile.com. The Texas Judicial Branch website at txcourts.gov provides contact information and guidance on court access.
The re:SearchTX portal covers e-filed cases from Burleson County and all other Texas counties at no cost.
| Office | Burleson County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 W. Buck Street, Caldwell, TX 77836 |
| Phone | (979) 567-2366 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| District Court | 21st Judicial District Court |
Burleson County Clerk
The Burleson County Clerk handles misdemeanor cases, probate matters, and all official public records including deeds, liens, and marriage licenses. The office is at the courthouse in Caldwell. You can search recorded instruments through TexasFile at texasfile.com. For records not available online, mail requests work well. Send a written request with case details and a check for the estimated cost. The county note is that the Caldwell city name matches the county seat here, but it is a different location from Caldwell County in south Texas. Make sure your search targets the right county when looking up records.
How to Search Burleson County Court Records
Start with re:SearchTX for e-filed cases. The system is free and covers all 254 Texas counties. Enter a party name or case number to see results from Burleson County courts. For older cases, call the District Clerk at (979) 567-2366. These pull from multiple sources and can help you find cases across different court levels. For property records, TexasFile provides free access to recorded instruments. To get copies in person, visit the Burleson County Courthouse at 100 W. Buck Street in Caldwell. Plain copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies cost more. The Texas State Law Library at sll.texas.gov has resources on Texas court procedures and how to request records from county clerks by mail.
Types of Burleson County Court Records
District courts in Burleson County handle felony criminal cases, civil suits over $10,000, and all family law matters. The county court handles misdemeanors and probate. Justice of the Peace courts handle small claims and Class C misdemeanors. Criminal records include charge documents, indictments, plea agreements, and sentencing orders. Civil records include petitions, motions, and judgments. Family law files cover divorce, custody, and support orders. Property records include deeds and liens. Most records are public under Texas Supreme Court Rule 12. The Texas Judicial Branch website provides guidance on court procedures and record access for Burleson County and all Texas counties.
County Clerk Records in Burleson County
The Burleson County County Clerk handles a separate set of records from the District Clerk. While the District Clerk focuses on district court cases, the County Clerk is responsible for misdemeanor criminal cases, probate filings, and all official public instruments. These include deeds, mortgages, liens, and other recorded documents that affect property or legal status in the county. Probate records in Burleson County cover estate administration, guardianship proceedings, and mental health cases. When someone passes away with a will, or when a court needs to appoint a guardian, those cases go through the County Clerk. Probate filings are public unless sealed by the court, and you can usually find them through the same online portal used for other county clerk records.
Misdemeanor criminal cases in Burleson County are handled at the county court level. These are less serious criminal charges than felonies but still produce a court record. County court at law records include Class A and B misdemeanor cases. If you are looking for a minor criminal case that did not go to district court, check with the County Clerk in Caldwell. The County Clerk also records official instruments like deeds and liens. These are not court cases but are still public records that can affect property ownership. You can search these records through TexasFile, which indexes county clerk recordings from across Texas. Keep in mind these differ from court case records in how they are filed and where they appear in search results.
Burleson County Court Records Online Portal
The Burleson County District Clerk operates a public records search portal at burleson.tx.publicsearch.us. The portal shown below is the main online tool for finding court records in Burleson County without making a trip to the courthouse in 21st. You can search by party name or cause number and get back case type, filing date, party names, and docket history at no cost. The system covers all records maintained by the District Clerk, including felony criminal cases, civil suits, and family law filings. For records that predate the online system or that require actual document images, you will need to contact the clerk's office in 21st directly.
Use the portal above to run a name or cause number search before visiting 21st. If the case you need does not appear in the local portal, try the statewide re:SearchTX system, which covers all 254 Texas counties and is maintained by the Texas Judicial Branch. For certified copies, plain copies, or documents not available online, contact the Burleson County District Clerk's office in 21st. Bring a photo ID and the cause number if you have it. Mail requests are also accepted if you include a check or money order for the estimated copy fee along with the case details.
Legal Help for Burleson County Cases
Lone Star Legal Aid covers Burleson County and handles civil legal matters for low-income residents. Call (800) 733-8394 or visit lonestarlegal.org. The State Bar of Texas lawyer referral service is at (800) 252-9690. TexasLawHelp at texaslawhelp.org provides free guides and court forms.
Cities in Burleson County
Burleson County includes Caldwell and smaller communities like Somerville. No cities in the county meet the 100,000-resident threshold for a dedicated city page. All court cases are filed at the Burleson County courthouse in Caldwell.