King County Court Records
King County court records are maintained at the courthouse in Guthrie, the county seat of one of the least populated counties in Texas. With fewer than 300 residents, King County in West Texas handles very few court cases each year. Records are public under Texas law and can be accessed at the courthouse or through the state's online systems. The 50th 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 king.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.
King County Overview
King County District Clerk
The King County District Clerk handles district court filings in the 50th Judicial District, a multi-county district in West Texas. Given the tiny population, King County sees very few court filings in any given year. The courthouse is in Guthrie, TX 79236. Phone: (806) 596-4411. Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call ahead to confirm clerk availability, as hours can vary in very small county offices. King County is one of the most remote counties in Texas, dominated by large ranches and open range. Most of the land is part of the historic Four Sixes Ranch. Court matters here primarily involve property disputes, family law, and criminal cases for the few residents. The same public access rules apply as in all Texas counties. You can search online through re:SearchTX or visit the courthouse in Guthrie.
The screenshot below shows the re:SearchTX portal at research.txcourts.gov, the statewide tool for searching King County and other Texas court records online.
re:SearchTX covers e-filed cases from King County and courts statewide at no cost.
| Office | King County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | King County Courthouse, Guthrie, TX 79236 |
| Phone | (806) 596-4411 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Judicial District | 50th |
King County Clerk
The King County Clerk handles misdemeanor records, probate files, deeds, and other official public records. Property and deed records, including ranch land transfers, are searchable through TexasFile at texasfile.com. For certified copies, contact the County Clerk's office at the Guthrie courthouse.
Searching King County Court Records Online
re:SearchTX at research.txcourts.gov is the best online tool for King County court records. The Texas Judicial Branch at txcourts.gov provides court rules and contact information. eFileTexas at efiletexas.gov handles electronic filing for attorneys in Texas courts including King County.
Types of Court Records in King County
King County court records cover district court cases (felony criminal, civil over $200,000, family law), county court cases (misdemeanors, probate), and Justice of the Peace cases. Given the tiny population, case volume is extremely low. Most records are public under Texas Supreme Court Rule 12. Restricted records include juvenile files, adoption records, sealed cases, and expunged records.
Fees for King County Court Records
Plain copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry additional fees. Call (806) 596-4411 for rates. Online searches through re:SearchTX are free. Fee waivers are available under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145.
County Clerk Records in King County
The King 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 King 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 King 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 Guthrie. 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.
King County Court Records Online Portal
The King County District Clerk operates a public records search portal at king.tx.publicsearch.us. The portal shown below is the main online tool for finding court records in King County without making a trip to the courthouse in 50th. 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 50th directly.
Use the portal above to run a name or cause number search before visiting 50th. 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 King County District Clerk's office in 50th. 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 King County
The State Bar of Texas at (800) 252-9690 or texasbar.com can help you find an attorney in West Texas. TexasLawHelp at texaslawhelp.org provides free guides and court forms. The Texas State Law Library at sll.texas.gov offers online legal research tools.
Cities in King County
King County has only Guthrie as its county seat. No communities in King County meet the population threshold for a separate city page. All court matters are handled at the Guthrie courthouse.
Nearby Counties
These counties border King County in West Texas.