Swisher County Court Records
Swisher County court records are on file with the District Clerk and County Clerk in Tulia, the county seat in the Texas Panhandle. With about 7,000 residents, Swisher County handles its court matters through the 64th Judicial District. All civil, criminal, and family cases filed in the county are maintained at the Tulia courthouse. The county court system here covers felony cases, civil lawsuits above the county threshold, family law, misdemeanors, and probate. Online search is available at swisher.tx.publicsearch.us and through the statewide re:SearchTX portal. In-person requests can be made at the courthouse in Tulia during regular business hours.
County Clerk Records in Swisher County
The Swisher 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 Swisher 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 Swisher 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 Tulia. 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.
Swisher County Overview
Swisher County District Clerk
The Swisher County District Clerk maintains all district court records in Tulia. The 64th Judicial District covers Swisher and Castro counties. The clerk handles felony criminal cases, civil suits above the county court threshold, and all family law matters including divorce, custody, and support. The County Clerk handles misdemeanor cases, probate, and property records. The courthouse is at 119 S. Maxwell Avenue, Tulia, TX 79088. Call (806) 995-3294 to reach the clerk. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. To review records in person, bring a cause number or party names. Plain copies cost $1 per page.
TexasFile provides access to Swisher County county clerk records. The screenshot below shows the TexasFile search at texasfile.com, which indexes official public filings. TexasFile lets you search Swisher County public records at no charge for basic access, covering deeds and county clerk filings.
| Office | Swisher County District/County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 119 S. Maxwell Avenue, Tulia, TX 79088 |
| Phone | (806) 995-3294 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Judicial District | 64th (shared with Castro) |
Types of Swisher County Court Records
Swisher County court records include district court filings, county court matters, and Justice of the Peace records. District court records cover felony criminal cases, civil suits above the limit, and all family law matters. County court records include misdemeanor cases, probate, and smaller civil suits. JP courts handle small claims and Class C violations. Criminal files include charges, indictments, and sentencing orders. Civil records include petitions and judgments. Family law files cover divorce and custody orders. Probate records include wills and estate filings. Most records are public under Texas Supreme Court Rule 12. Sealed and juvenile records are not accessible through standard searches.
How to Search Swisher County Court Records
Use re:SearchTX at research.txcourts.gov for free statewide court searches. This Texas Judicial Branch tool covers e-filed cases from courts across Texas. For county clerk records, TexasFile at texasfile.com offers free basic searches. To view records in person, visit the Swisher County Courthouse at 119 S. Maxwell Avenue in Tulia. Mail requests go to the District Clerk at that address. Include case number, party names, what you need, and payment for copies. The Texas Judicial Branch has a full court directory. The State Bar of Texas at (800) 252-9690 can help you find a local attorney.
Swisher County Court Records Online Portal
The Swisher County District Clerk operates a public records search portal at swisher.tx.publicsearch.us. The portal shown below is the main online tool for finding court records in Swisher County without making a trip to the courthouse in 64th. 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 64th directly.
Use the portal above to run a name or cause number search before visiting 64th. 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 Swisher County District Clerk's office in 64th. 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.
Cities in Swisher County
Tulia is the county seat of Swisher County. No cities in this county meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page.
All court cases in Swisher County are filed at the Tulia courthouse.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Swisher County in the Texas Panhandle. Each has its own court records system.