Search Grayson County Court Records

Grayson County court records cover civil, criminal, family, and probate cases filed in this North Texas county just south of the Oklahoma border. The District Clerk and County Clerk maintain public records at the courthouse in Sherman. With about 135,000 residents, Grayson County is part of the DFW metro-adjacent region and is served by the 15th and 59th Judicial Districts. You can search cases online or visit the courthouse in person. The 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 grayson.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.

Grayson County District Clerk

The Grayson County District Clerk handles felony criminal cases, civil suits above the county court threshold, and all family law matters. Two judicial districts serve Grayson County: the 15th and the 59th. Divorce filings, custody and support orders, child support modifications, and civil suits are all filed with the District Clerk. The office keeps official dockets and case files for all district court proceedings in the county. The District Clerk's office is at the Grayson County Courthouse, 100 West Houston Street, Sherman, TX 75090. Phone: (903) 813-4352. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can search for records by party name or case number. Plain copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an additional certification fee. Call ahead to confirm exact rates before your visit. Online case searches are available through re:SearchTX, the Texas Judicial Branch's statewide portal. It indexes e-filed cases from Grayson County courts. Searches are free by name or cause number. The system is especially useful for recent filings. Older cases may require a direct request to the courthouse. The screenshot below shows the TexasFile portal for Grayson County, which provides access to official county clerk public record filings including deed and lien records. TexasFile indexes Grayson County public records including deed filings and liens recorded with the County Clerk in Sherman.

Grayson County Clerk

The Grayson County Clerk handles misdemeanor criminal records, probate filings, real property records, and other official public documents. Deed records, liens, marriage licenses, assumed name certificates, and Commissioner Court minutes are all maintained here. The County Clerk also handles records from Justice of the Peace courts and County Courts at Law. These are separate from the District Clerk's files. The County Clerk's office is at the Grayson County Courthouse, 100 West Houston Street in Sherman. Phone: (903) 813-4243. For property and deed searches online, TexasFile provides an online index of many Grayson County Clerk filings. The re:SearchTX system also covers e-filed court records for the county. Probate matters in Grayson County are handled by the County Courts at Law. Wills, estate administration, guardianship proceedings, and trust matters are all filed with the County Clerk. To request probate records, contact the office with the decedent's name and approximate date of death. Staff can locate the case and tell you the copy cost before making copies.

How to Search Grayson County Court Records

The best free online tool is re:SearchTX. This state portal covers e-filed cases in Grayson County courts. Enter a party name or cause number to find case details, docket entries, and recent filed documents. No account is needed for basic searches. The system is maintained by the Texas Judicial Branch and is updated regularly. To get records in person, visit the Grayson County Courthouse at 100 West Houston Street in Sherman. Staff will locate files by party name or case number. Plain copies are $1 per page. Certified copies cost more. Mail requests are also accepted. Send a written request to the District Clerk with the case details and a payment estimate.

TexasFile covers property and deed records. The Texas Judicial Branch site has court directories and local rules for all Texas courts including those in Grayson County.

Types of Court Records in Grayson County

Grayson County court records fall into several categories. The District Courts (15th and 59th) handle felony criminal cases, civil suits above the county threshold, and all family law matters. The County Courts at Law handle misdemeanor criminal cases, probate, and civil suits below the district court threshold. Justice of the Peace courts handle 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 court orders. Family law files include divorce decrees, custody orders, child support rulings, and modifications. Probate records include wills, estate inventories, and guardian appointment orders. Property records include deed filings, liens, and mortgage documents.

Most records are public under Texas Supreme Court Rule 12. Juvenile cases, adoption records, sealed files, and expunged matters are restricted. If you are not sure about a specific record, call the clerk's office at (903) 813-4352 before making the drive to Sherman.

Grayson County Court Records Online Portal

The Grayson County District Clerk operates a public records search portal at grayson.tx.publicsearch.us. The portal shown below is the main online tool for finding court records in Grayson County without making a trip to the courthouse in 15th / 59th. 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 15th / 59th directly.

Use the portal above to run a name or cause number search before visiting 15th / 59th. 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 Grayson County District Clerk's office in 15th / 59th. 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 Grayson County

Legal aid services for Grayson County residents are available through Lone Star Legal Aid, which covers North Texas. Their main number is (800) 733-8394, and you can apply online at lonestarlegal.org. They handle family law, housing, and consumer issues for qualifying low-income individuals. The State Bar of Texas referral service is at (800) 252-9690. Search for local attorneys at texasbar.com. Free self-help guides and court forms for Texas courts are at TexasLawHelp.org. The Texas State Law Library has legal research tools available online. If you cannot afford court fees, ask the clerk about the Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs form under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145.

Statewide Court Resources

The re:SearchTX portal is the primary free tool for searching court records across Texas, including Grayson County. The Texas Judicial Branch site lists all courts and provides directories, forms, and local rules. eFileTexas is the official state e-filing portal for attorneys and self-represented parties.

Cities in Grayson County

Grayson County includes Sherman, Denison, and several other communities. No city in Grayson County currently meets the 100,000-population threshold for a dedicated city page on this site. The main cities are Sherman (county seat), Denison, and Pottsboro. All district court and county court cases are handled at the Grayson County Courthouse in Sherman.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Grayson County. Each has its own clerk's office and court records system.