San Jacinto County Court Records
San Jacinto County court records cover civil, criminal, and family cases filed in district and county courts at the Coldspring courthouse. The District Clerk and County Clerk both maintain public records for this East Texas county near Lake Livingston. You can search cases in person at the courthouse or use online tools to look up filings remotely. The 258th 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 san-jacinto.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.
San Jacinto County Overview
San Jacinto County District Clerk
The San Jacinto County District Clerk maintains all records for the district courts. That includes felony criminal cases, civil lawsuits over the county court threshold, and family law matters like divorce and custody. San Jacinto County is served by the 258th Judicial District. The clerk's office is at the San Jacinto County Courthouse in Coldspring and handles filings, copies, and record searches during regular business hours. The courthouse address is 1 State Highway 150, Coldspring, TX 77331. Staff can search case records by party name or cause number. If you know the cause number, searches go faster. Office hours are Monday through Friday, typically 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call ahead to verify hours and ask about fees before making the drive. Coldspring is about an hour from Houston, so it pays to confirm what you need before visiting. For online case searches, use re:SearchTX from the Texas Judicial Branch. The platform covers e-filed cases from San Jacinto County and lets you search by party name, case number, or attorney bar number. Basic access is free. The system is best for recent cases filed electronically. Older or paper-filed cases may not appear online. Below is a screenshot from the TexasFile portal showing San Jacinto County official public records available for search. TexasFile offers free access to San Jacinto County deed records and county clerk filings with a registered account.
| Office | San Jacinto County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 1 State Highway 150, Coldspring, TX 77331 |
| Judicial District | 258th Judicial District |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Online Search | re:SearchTX |
San Jacinto County Clerk
The San Jacinto County Clerk handles misdemeanor criminal cases, probate, and all official public records for the county. Property records including deeds, liens, and real estate instruments are filed with and maintained by the County Clerk. Marriage licenses, assumed name filings, and Commissioner Court minutes are also in the County Clerk's custody. Search San Jacinto County deed records and other county clerk filings through TexasFile. Free access requires a registered account. For certified copies of any record, request them from the County Clerk's office in Coldspring. Standard copy fees apply. Probate filings, estate records, and will probations are also maintained by the County Clerk.
Types of Court Records in San Jacinto County
Court records in San Jacinto County cover several case types. The District Clerk holds felony criminal records, civil case files, and family law matters. The County Clerk holds misdemeanor cases, probate records, and property documents. Justice of the Peace courts handle small claims and Class C misdemeanor cases. Each court type keeps its own records separately, so knowing the case type helps you find the right office. Criminal records include charging documents, indictments, plea agreements, and sentencing orders. Civil records include petitions, motions, and judgments. Family law records cover divorce, custody orders, child support, and related modifications. Probate records include wills, estate inventories, and guardianship appointments. Most of these records are open to the public under Texas Supreme Court Rule 12. Juvenile records, adoptions, expunged cases, and sealed matters are not available through the standard search system.
How to Search San Jacinto County Court Records
Start with re:SearchTX for a free online search of e-filed cases. The Texas Judicial Branch portal covers San Jacinto County and all 254 Texas counties. Search by party name or cause number. For in-person access, go to the San Jacinto County Courthouse at 1 State Highway 150 in Coldspring. Staff can locate case files and provide copies. Bring a party name or cause number to speed up the process. For property and county clerk records, TexasFile is the best free option. Create a free account to search deeds, liens, and other county clerk filings. For mail requests, write to the appropriate clerk with the cause number and document details, include payment, and allow time for processing.
Court Record Fees in San Jacinto County
Plain copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an extra certification fee. Online searches through re:SearchTX are free at the basic level. TexasFile searches are free with a registered account. Call the clerk to confirm current fee amounts before requesting a large volume of copies. Fee waivers are available under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145 for those who cannot afford court costs.
San Jacinto County Court Records Online Portal
The San Jacinto County District Clerk operates a public records search portal at san-jacinto.tx.publicsearch.us. The portal shown below is the main online tool for finding court records in San Jacinto County without making a trip to the courthouse in 258th. 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 258th directly.
Use the portal above to run a name or cause number search before visiting 258th. 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 San Jacinto County District Clerk's office in 258th. 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 San Jacinto County Cases
Lone Star Legal Aid covers East Texas including San Jacinto County. Call (800) 733-8394 or visit lonestarlegal.org to apply for civil legal help. The State Bar of Texas has a lawyer referral line at (800) 252-9690. TexasLawHelp at texaslawhelp.org provides free forms and guides for family law, housing, and other civil matters.
Cities in San Jacinto County
San Jacinto County is a rural East Texas county. Coldspring is the county seat. No cities in San Jacinto County meet the population threshold for individual city pages. All district court and county court cases are handled at the San Jacinto County Courthouse in Coldspring.
Nearby Counties
These counties border San Jacinto County. Each has its own clerk's offices for court records.