Bee County, Texas Court Records

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    Bee County, Texas maintains a network of courts centered in Beeville that collectively handle the full range of civil, criminal, family, and probate proceedings for county residents. The courthouse at 105 W. Corpus Christi Street serves as the hub for most judicial activity — the District Clerk, County Clerk, Constitutional County Court, and Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 all operate from that address. The first practical step toward a successful search is figuring out which clerk maintains the records you need, since responsibilities split between the District Clerk for district court matters and the County Clerk for misdemeanor, probate, vital records, and property filings.

    If you're looking for court case information in Texas, you can combine official clerk portals, in-courthouse terminals, and online databases. TexasStateCourts.us may help you identify court locations and find publicly available case information for Texas counties, including Bee County.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Bee County?

    Start with the iDocket portal, which is the primary online tool for searching Bee County court records. It indexes cases filed in the District Court and lets you search by party name, case number, and other identifiers — covering criminal, civil, family, and probate matters maintained by the District Clerk.

    For County Court-level records — including misdemeanor criminal cases and probate filings — the County Clerk maintains a separate online search tool. Records from June 1, 1995 to the present are searchable through the Vanguard Public Search portal. For index books from 1851 to 1995, the Texas QuickLink Online platform provides electronic access to older indexes, with physical copies available for purchase through the County Clerk's office.

    In-person searches are available at both clerk offices during regular business hours. All courts and clerk offices are located at the Bee County Courthouse at the address below, unless otherwise noted.

    Bee County Court Locations:

    Court / OfficeAddressPhoneFax
    36th, 156th & 343rd District Courts105 W. Corpus Christi St., Beeville, TX 78104(361) 621-1562(361) 492-5984
    District Clerk (Room 304)105 W. Corpus Christi, Room 304, Beeville, TX 78102(361) 621-1562 
    Constitutional County Court (Room 108)105 W. Corpus Christi St., #108, Beeville, TX 78102(361) 621-1557(361) 492-5985
    County Clerk (Room 108)105 W. Corpus Christi St., Room 108, Beeville, TX 78102(361) 621-1550 
    Multi-County Court at LawBee County Courthouse, Beeville, TX 78102(361) 268-5001 
    Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1105 W. Corpus Christi St., #102, Beeville, TX 78102(361) 621-1558(361) 492-5982
    Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2708 E FM 623, Pettus, TX 78146(361) 621-1577(361) 492-5991
    Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3105 W. Corpus Christi St., #103, Beeville, TX 78102(361) 621-1559(361) 492-5983
    Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4301 E. Sullivan, Skidmore, TX 78389(361) 287-3436(361) 287-0578
    Beeville Municipal Court405 N. St. Marys St., Beeville, TX 78102(361) 358-0260 

    Are Court Records Public in Bee County?

    Bee County court records are public under the Texas Public Information Act (Texas Government Code, Chapter 552). The Act gives every person the right to access government records and prohibits records officers from requiring requestors to explain why they want the records. Any denial of access must cite a specific statutory exemption, and the custodian may seek a ruling from the Texas Attorney General's Office when withholding is in question.

    Categories of court records commonly restricted or withheld include:

    • Juvenile case files — confidential under the Texas Family Code
    • Adoption records sealed by statute
    • Records sealed by court order under Texas Rules of Civil Procedure Rule 76a
    • Ongoing criminal investigation files that could jeopardize a prosecution
    • Mental health commitment records
    • Records identifying victims of sexual offenses
    • Certain child protective services (CPS) documents

    When only part of a document is exempt, the custodian must redact the protected portion and release the rest. Requestors who believe a denial is improper may file a complaint with the Texas Attorney General's Open Government Division. Fees charged for records reproduction must reflect the actual cost of production and cannot exceed what is permitted by statute.

    The District Clerk's Records Management Clerk, Ofilia Moron, handles open records requests, pro-se information, and jury management at extension 7056. For appeals and prison civil/criminal matters, contact Appeals Clerk Clarissa Morin at extension 7054. All District Clerk staff can be reached at the main line, (361) 621-1562.

    Bee County Criminal Court Records

    The criminal court structure in Bee County follows Texas's three-tier hierarchy. At the lowest level, Justice of the Peace courts and Beeville Municipal Court handle fine-only misdemeanor offenses. The middle level — the Constitutional County Court and the 2nd Multi-County Court at Law — handles Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases under the jurisdiction of the Bee County Clerk. At the top, the three District Courts — the 36th, 156th, and 343rd — hear all felony matters in Bee County.

    Under the local rules of the 36th, 156th, and 343rd District Courts, all criminal cases filed in Bee County are assigned to the 156th District Court. These three courts serve a five-county jurisdiction — Aransas, Bee, Live Oak, McMullen, and San Patricio Counties — rotating through all five counties throughout the year according to a published court calendar.

    Searching for criminal records:

    • Online: Use the iDocket portal to search District Court criminal case records by name or case number.
    • In person: Visit the District Clerk at Room 304 of the Bee County Courthouse. Deputy Clerk Samantha Gutierrez handles tax and criminal cases at extension 7051, and Elizabeth Salazar manages expunctions and prison-related criminal cases at extension 7055.
    • E-filing: Licensed attorneys must file using eFileTexas.gov, the official mandatory state e-filing platform for Texas courts.
    • Misdemeanor criminal records: Contact the County Clerk's Criminal Department, which handles Class A and B misdemeanor cases through the County Court. A Criminal Case Request Form is available online. The Criminal Department also provides criminal background checks for misdemeanor offenses committed in Bee County.

    For inmate custody status, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice's IVSS Counties Website lets the public check the custody status of offenders in state custody. The Bee County Sheriff's Office handles arrest and detention records locally, as well as jail-related records maintained separately from court case files.

    Bee County Civil Court Records

    Civil jurisdiction in Bee County is spread across multiple courts depending on the amount in controversy and the type of claim:

    • General civil cases over $500: Handled by the 36th, 156th, and 343rd District Courts and maintained by the District Clerk.
    • Civil matters in the county court range: The Constitutional County Court and the 2nd Multi-County Court at Law share civil jurisdiction with the District Courts in specified ranges.
    • Civil cases up to $20,000 (small claims/debt claim): Handled by the four Justice of the Peace precincts. JP courts also handle eviction cases regardless of dollar amount.

    The District Clerk's Office maintains civil case records heard in the three district courts. You can search these filings through the iDocket portal or request copies directly from the clerk at Room 304. When submitting a request, identify the case by party name, case number, or date range, and include payment and a self-addressed, stamped envelope for mail requests.

    The County Clerk's Civil Department maintains civil filings for cases handled at the county court level, including appeals from Justice Court. The Vanguard Public Search portal covers County Clerk records from 1995 to present. The County Clerk's office now accepts credit cards in addition to traditional payment methods. Per a Senate Bill 1612 amendment, the $1.00 document filing fee previously authorized by Local Government Code 291.008(d) was repealed effective January 1, 2024.

    Bee County Family Court Records

    Family law matters in Bee County — including divorce, child custody, child support, conservatorship of children, termination of parental rights, and adoptions — are handled by the three District Courts (36th, 156th, and 343rd) and filed with the District Clerk's Office. Juvenile delinquency cases in Bee County are also handled at the district court level (unlike in Aransas and San Patricio Counties, where juvenile jurisdiction is treated differently).

    To search family case records:

    1. Use the iDocket portal and search by the names of the parties involved.
    2. For CPS and second Multi-County Court cases, contact Deputy Clerk Natalian Segovia at extension 7020.
    3. For in-person records inspection, visit the District Clerk at Room 304 during office hours.
    4. For expunction of family-related criminal records, contact Elizabeth Salazar at extension 7055 and refer to the Expunctions List of Local Agencies published by the District Clerk.

    Marriage records are issued and maintained by the Bee County Clerk's Marriage Licenses Department. Both applicants must appear in person. Texas imposes a 72-hour waiting period after a license is issued before a ceremony may take place, and licenses expire 90 days from issuance. Following a divorce, a 30-day waiting period applies before a new license can be obtained — unless the judge waives it, in which case the court order waiving the waiting period must be presented. A Request for Copy/Certified Copy of Marriage License form is available from the County Clerk's office.

    Divorce records are filed with and maintained by the District Clerk. Verification of a divorce record costs $20. You can visit the District Clerk in person, submit a mail request, or use the iDocket portal to locate a divorce case. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) also maintains a public index of Texas marriages and divorces from 1966, which can be useful for quick verification.

    Birth and death records are maintained by the Bee County Clerk's Birth & Death Records Department. Certified birth certificates cost $23.00, and certified death certificates cost $21.00 for the first copy, with each additional copy at $4.00 when ordered at the same time. Payment must be by money order or credit card — the County Clerk does not accept personal checks for vital records. Both can be requested by mail using the downloadable PDF forms — Birth Certificate Request and Death Certificate Request — or in person at the County Clerk's office. Access to both record types is restricted to qualified applicants: the registrant (for birth), immediate family members, legal representatives, and those with written authorization. Applicants must provide valid identification; a list of acceptable forms of ID is available from the County Clerk.

    Bee County Probate Court Records

    Probate jurisdiction in Bee County rests with the Constitutional County Court, sitting as a probate court. The Probate Department of the Bee County Clerk's Office administers these proceedings and maintains all associated records. Cases handled by the Probate Department include:

    • Probate of a will and issuance of letters testamentary
    • Probate of a will as a muniment of title
    • Letters of administration for intestate estates
    • Determination of heirship
    • Guardianship of the person and/or estate
    • Small estate affidavits
    • Mental health commitment proceedings

    Small Estate Affidavit: When a decedent dies without a will, the estate is valued under $75,000, and no real estate is involved, a Small Estate Affidavit may be filed without an attorney. The Small Estate Affidavit Form and the county's New Policy Regarding Small Estate Affidavits are both available on the County Clerk's website.

    Guardianship cases require attorney representation. An application is filed by the attorney, and the judge must sign an order appointing the guardian. The County Clerk provides a list of acceptable forms of identification required when filing probate documents in person.

    To search or obtain probate records, you have three options:

    • Online: Use the iDocket portal to search for probate case records filed in district court, or the Vanguard Public Search portal for County Clerk-level probate filings from 1995 forward.
    • In person: Visit the Bee County Clerk's Probate Department at 105 W. Corpus Christi St., Room 108, Beeville, TX 78102.
    • By mail: Submit a written request with the decedent's full name, the approximate date of death, and the type of documents needed, along with payment by money order or credit card and a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

    For broader official records searches — including deeds, liens, and property-related court documents — the County Clerk's Official Records Department handles copy requests and can be contacted by visiting the same Room 108 address or by emailing the office directly.