Gonzales County Court Records Search

Gonzales County court records cover civil, criminal, family, and probate cases filed in this South Central Texas county. The District Clerk and County Clerk maintain public records at the courthouse in Gonzales. With about 20,000 residents, Gonzales County is part of the 25th Judicial District. All court filings from district court, county court, and justice of the peace courts are handled through the Gonzales courthouse. The 25th Judicial District Court serves the area, handling felony charges, civil suits, and family law matters. Most records can be searched online through the county portal at gonzales.tx.publicsearch.us or through the statewide re:SearchTX system. Certified copies and documents not available online require a direct request to the clerk's office.

Gonzales County District Clerk

The Gonzales County District Clerk handles felony criminal cases, civil suits above the county court threshold, and all family law matters filed in the 25th Judicial District. Divorce filings, custody and support matters, and civil suits are all maintained by this office. The District Clerk keeps the official dockets and case files for district court proceedings in Gonzales County. The District Clerk's office is at the Gonzales County Courthouse, 414 Saint Joseph Street, Gonzales, TX 78629. Phone: (830) 672-2801. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can request records by party name or case number. Plain copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an additional certification fee. Call ahead to confirm current rates before your visit. For online searches, use re:SearchTX, the Texas Judicial Branch's statewide portal. It covers e-filed cases from Gonzales County courts. Searches are free by name or cause number. Recent filings are most likely to appear online. Older cases may need to be requested directly from the courthouse. The screenshot below shows the TexasFile portal for Gonzales County, which provides an online index of county clerk public record filings. TexasFile indexes Gonzales County public records including deed and lien filings from the County Clerk's office.

Gonzales County Clerk

The Gonzales County Clerk handles misdemeanor criminal records, probate filings, real property records, and other official public documents. Deed records, liens, marriage licenses, and assumed name certificates are all filed with this office. The County Clerk also manages records from Justice of the Peace courts and County Court proceedings. These are separate from the District Clerk's files. The County Clerk's office is at the same courthouse, 414 Saint Joseph Street in Gonzales. Phone: (830) 672-2327. For property and deed searches, TexasFile provides an online index of many Gonzales County Clerk filings. re:SearchTX also covers e-filed court records for the county. Probate cases in Gonzales County go through the County Court. Wills, estate proceedings, and guardianship filings are kept with the County Clerk. To access probate records, contact the office with the decedent's name and approximate date of death. Staff can pull the case file and provide copy costs before making copies.

How to Search Gonzales County Court Records

The best free online option is re:SearchTX. Enter a party name or cause number to pull up case details and docket entries. The system covers e-filed cases in Gonzales County. Recent filings are most likely to show up. For older cases, contact the courthouse at (830) 672-2801. To request records in person, go to the Gonzales County Courthouse at 414 Saint Joseph Street. Bring the party name or case number. Plain copies are $1 per page. Certified copies cost more. Mail requests are also accepted. Write to the District Clerk with the case details and include a check or money order for estimated fees.

TexasFile covers property records. The Texas Judicial Branch site has court directories and contact information for all Texas courts.

Types of Court Records in Gonzales County

Gonzales County court records fall into several categories. District Court handles felony criminal charges, civil suits above the county threshold, and all family law matters. County Court handles misdemeanor criminal cases, probate, and smaller civil suits. Justice of the Peace courts deal with small claims, Class C misdemeanors, and eviction proceedings. Criminal records include charge documents, indictments, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and probation records. Civil records include petitions, motions, judgments, and appeals. Family law files include divorce decrees, custody orders, child support rulings, and modifications. Probate records cover wills, inventories, and guardian orders. Most records are public under Texas Supreme Court Rule 12. Sealed cases, juvenile records, adoption files, and expunged matters are restricted. Call the clerk at (830) 672-2801 if you have questions before visiting the courthouse.

Gonzales County Court Records Online Portal

The Gonzales County District Clerk operates a public records search portal at gonzales.tx.publicsearch.us. The portal shown below is the main online tool for finding court records in Gonzales County without making a trip to the courthouse in 25th. 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 25th directly.

Use the portal above to run a name or cause number search before visiting 25th. 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 Gonzales County District Clerk's office in 25th. 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 in Gonzales County

Texas RioGrande Legal Aid serves South Texas residents including those in Gonzales County. Call (956) 996-8752 or visit trla.org to apply for free civil legal help. The State Bar of Texas referral service is at (800) 252-9690. Search for attorneys at texasbar.com. Free guides and court forms are at TexasLawHelp.org. The Texas State Law Library provides legal research resources online. If court fees are a burden, ask the clerk for the Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs form. The court may waive fees for those who qualify under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145.

Statewide Court Resources

Use re:SearchTX for free court record searches across Texas. The Texas Judicial Branch site has court directories and forms. eFileTexas is the official state e-filing portal.

Cities in Gonzales County

Gonzales County is a South Central Texas county with Gonzales as the county seat. No city in Gonzales County currently meets the 100,000-population threshold for a dedicated city page on this site. Gonzales is the main city in the county, with smaller communities like Nixon and Cuero nearby. All district court and county court matters are handled at the Gonzales County Courthouse in Gonzales.

Nearby Counties

These counties are adjacent to Gonzales County. Each has its own clerk's office and court records.