Camp County Court Records
Camp County court records cover civil, criminal, family, and probate cases filed in this small northeast Texas county. The District Clerk and County Clerk both maintain public records at the courthouse in Pittsburg. With about 13,000 residents, Camp County is a rural county in the Piney Woods region of Texas. The 8th Judicial District Court handles district-level cases for the county. The county court system here covers felony cases, civil lawsuits above the county threshold, family law, misdemeanors, and probate. Online search is available at camp.tx.publicsearch.us and through the statewide re:SearchTX portal. In-person requests can be made at the courthouse in Pittsburg during regular business hours.
Camp County Overview
Camp County District Clerk
The Camp County District Clerk handles felony criminal cases, civil suits above the county court limit, and all family law matters filed in the 8th Judicial District Court. The courthouse is at 126 Church Street, Pittsburg, TX 75686. Phone: (903) 856-2731. Office hours run Monday through Friday during regular business hours. For online searches, re:SearchTX covers e-filed cases from Camp County courts. Enter a party name or case number to find results for free. County clerk records are searchable through TexasFile at texasfile.com. The re:SearchTX portal provides free access to e-filed Camp County court records across all Texas counties.
| Office | Camp County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 126 Church Street, Pittsburg, TX 75686 |
| Phone | (903) 856-2731 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| District Court | 8th Judicial District Court |
Camp County Clerk
The Camp 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 Pittsburg. You can search recorded instruments through TexasFile at texasfile.com. For records not in the online system, mail requests are a good option. Send a written request with the case number or party names, the documents you need, and a check for the estimated amount. Call the office first to confirm fees. The clerk mails copies back once payment is confirmed.
How to Search Camp County Court Records
Start with re:SearchTX for e-filed cases from Camp County. The system is free and covers all Texas courts. For older cases, call the District Clerk at (903) 856-2731. For property records, TexasFile at texasfile.com provides free access. To get copies in person, visit the courthouse at 126 Church Street in Pittsburg. Plain copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies cost more. The Texas State Law Library at sll.texas.gov has resources on court procedures and mail record requests.
Types of Camp County Court Records
District courts in Camp County handle felony criminal cases, civil suits over $10,000, and 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, 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 site provides court contact details and guidance on record access for Camp County and all Texas counties.
County Clerk Records in Camp County
The Camp 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 Camp 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 Camp 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 Pittsburg. 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.
Camp County Court Records Online Portal
The Camp County District Clerk operates a public records search portal at camp.tx.publicsearch.us. The portal shown below is the main online tool for finding court records in Camp County without making a trip to the courthouse in 8th. 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 8th directly.
Use the portal above to run a name or cause number search before visiting 8th. 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 Camp County District Clerk's office in 8th. 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 Camp County Cases
Lone Star Legal Aid covers northeast Texas including Camp County. 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 forms for self-represented litigants.
Cities in Camp County
Camp County's main city is Pittsburg, the county seat. No cities in the county meet the 100,000-resident threshold for a dedicated city page. All court cases are handled at the Camp County courthouse in Pittsburg.