Search Scurry County Court Records

Scurry County court records cover civil, criminal, and family cases filed in district and county courts at the Snyder courthouse. The District Clerk and County Clerk both maintain these public records for this West Texas county. You can search records in person, by mail, or online through the statewide re:SearchTX portal. The 132nd 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 scurry.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.

Scurry County District Clerk

The Scurry County District Clerk maintains all district court records. The office handles felony criminal cases, civil lawsuits, and family law matters including divorce and custody. Scurry County is part of the 132nd Judicial District. The clerk's office is at the Scurry County Courthouse, 1806 25th Street, Snyder, TX 79549. Office hours are Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Online access is available through re:SearchTX, the Texas Judicial Branch statewide portal. Search by party name or case number at no cost. For older or paper-filed cases, contact the clerk's office directly. Scurry County has a modest population and case volume, so in-person service is generally fast.

The screenshot below shows the TexasFile portal for Scurry County public records.

TexasFile provides free access to Scurry County deed records and county clerk filings.

Scurry County Clerk

The Scurry County Clerk handles misdemeanor cases, probate, and all official county public records including deeds, liens, and marriage licenses. Search county clerk records through TexasFile. For certified copies, contact the County Clerk in Snyder. Probate and estate records are also with the County Clerk.

Types of Court Records in Scurry County

The District Clerk holds felony criminal records, civil filings, and family law cases. The County Clerk holds misdemeanor cases, probate, and property records. Justice of the Peace courts handle small claims and Class C misdemeanors. Criminal records include indictments and sentencing orders. Civil records cover petitions, motions, and judgments. Family law records include divorce decrees and custody orders. Most records are public. Juvenile records, adoptions, and sealed or expunged cases are restricted.

How to Search Scurry County Court Records

Start with re:SearchTX for a free online search. For in-person searches, visit the Scurry County Courthouse at 1806 25th Street in Snyder. Bring a party name or cause number. Copies cost $1 per page. For county clerk records, use TexasFile. Mail requests to the clerk with cause number, details, and payment.

Court Record Fees in Scurry County

Plain copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies include an extra certification fee. Online re:SearchTX searches are free. TexasFile is free with an account. Fee waivers are available under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145 for those who cannot afford court costs.

County Clerk Records in Scurry County

The Scurry 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 Scurry 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 Scurry 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 Snyder. 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.

Scurry County Court Records Online Portal

The Scurry County District Clerk operates a public records search portal at scurry.tx.publicsearch.us. The portal shown below is the main online tool for finding court records in Scurry County without making a trip to the courthouse in 132nd. 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 132nd directly.

Use the portal above to run a name or cause number search before visiting 132nd. 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 Scurry County District Clerk's office in 132nd. 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 Scurry County Cases

West Texas Legal Services may provide civil legal aid for Scurry County residents. The State Bar of Texas runs a referral service at (800) 252-9690. TexasLawHelp at texaslawhelp.org has free guides and forms. The Texas State Law Library at sll.texas.gov offers research tools online.

Cities in Scurry County

Scurry County's main city is Snyder, the county seat. No cities in Scurry County meet the population threshold for individual city pages. All district court cases are handled at the Scurry County Courthouse in Snyder.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Scurry County in West Texas.