Burnet County, Texas Court Records
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Burnet County sits in the Texas Hill Country west of Austin, with the city of Burnet as its county seat. The county operates a layered court system that includes two District Courts, a County Court at Law, a Constitutional County Court, four Justice of the Peace courts, and several Municipal Courts—each maintaining its own set of records. Those records cover everything from felony criminal proceedings to estate inventories, and most are accessible to the public under Texas law. Whether you need a certified copy of a divorce decree, want to confirm the outcome of a civil lawsuit, or are researching property ownership history, knowing exactly which office holds a given record and what the retrieval process looks like is the essential first step.
For those searching Texas court records, TexasStateCourts.us is one resource for locating publicly available case information. Beyond that, official clerk offices, courthouse public access terminals, the Texas Judicial Branch's online search tools, and the county's own Odyssey portal collectively offer several ways to access Burnet County court records in person, by mail, or online.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Burnet County?
Burnet County offers two main online platforms for case lookups, supplemented by in-person access through the relevant clerk's office.
Odyssey Public Access Portal
The Burnet County Odyssey Public Access portal is a county-specific case search tool. Log in using the public credentials (Username: visitor / Password: visitor) and search by party name or case number across the courts covered by the system.
re:SearchTX – Texas Judicial Branch
The Texas Office of Court Administration also operates re:SearchTX, a statewide case search platform covering District Court civil and family records across all 254 Texas counties. This free tool lets you search by party name, case number, or attorney name without any registration required.
In-Person Access
For document copies, certified records, or cases not indexed online, visiting the appropriate clerk's office in person is the most reliable option.
| Office | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Clerk | 1701 E. Polk Street, Suite 90, Burnet, TX 78611 | (512) 756-5450 | Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. |
| County Clerk | 220 S. Pierce Street, Burnet, TX 78611 | (512) 756-5406 | Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. |
| County Court at Law | 220 S. Pierce Street, Burnet, TX 78611 | (512) 715-5245 | Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
Email for County Clerk: ctyclk@burnetcountytexas.org
Email for County Court at Law: burnetccal@burnetcountytexas.org
Mail Requests
Written requests for certified copies or record searches can be mailed to the appropriate clerk. Include the full names of all parties, approximate case dates, and any known case numbers, along with payment for applicable fees. Requests for marriage certificates can also be submitted by mail to the County Clerk using the certified copy application form available on the county website.
Are Court Records Public in Burnet County?
The Texas Public Information Act establishes the default rule that government records—including court documents—are open to public inspection and copying. Courts and clerk offices are required to release records upon request unless a specific legal exemption applies.
Several categories of Burnet County court records carry access restrictions:
- Juvenile records — sealed to protect the privacy of minors involved in delinquency or child welfare proceedings
- Adoption records — confidential; access requires court authorization under Texas Family Code 162.022
- Certain victim-related records — documents in sexual assault cases and cases involving minors may be redacted or restricted
- Grand jury materials — not available for public inspection
- Judicial work product and internal deliberations — exempt from disclosure
- Personnel records of court officials — withheld to the extent disclosure would constitute an unreasonable invasion of privacy
- Records exempt under other state or federal statutes — including sealed cases and expunged records
When a record contains both public and restricted information, clerks apply redactions to exempt portions before releasing it. If you believe a denial of access is improper, the Texas Attorney General's Open Records Division can provide assistance.
Burnet County Criminal Court Records
Felony criminal cases in Burnet County are filed in the District Courts. The Burnet County District Clerk's office maintains official records for the 33rd and 424th District Courts, including indictments, criminal pleadings, judgments, and sentencing orders. Misdemeanor criminal cases handled by the County Court at Law are also maintained by the District Clerk.
District Courts Criminal Division
Courthouse Annex North
1701 East Polk Street, Suite 90
Burnet, TX 78611
Phone: (512) 756-5450
District Clerk Filing Fees (Effective January 1, 2025)
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Capias issuance | $8.00 |
| Citation issuance | $8.00 |
| Certified mail service (by District Clerk) | $85.00 |
| Record search (per name) | $5.00 |
| Copies (per page, not less than $1.00) | $1.00 |
| Certification of copy (per document) | $5.00 |
| Exemplified copy (additional per document) | $5.00 |
| Email copies – noncertified only (per page) | $0.10 |
| Insufficient check fee | $30.00 |
Sheriff service fees for criminal process—capias, citations, TROs, and writs—are set at $85.00 per service, with writs at $250.00. Current Texas Comptroller-approved Sheriff fee schedules are available at the state's sheriff fee lookup tool.
Arrest Records and Inmate Information
The Burnet County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail at 1601 E. Polk Street, Burnet, TX 78611. The facility houses up to 587 offenders and is certified by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards. For general inmate information, call (512) 715-8600. An online inmate search is also available through the Odyssey system using the public visitor credentials.
Statewide Criminal History
If you need a comprehensive criminal background check that goes beyond a single county's records, the Texas Department of Public Safety Crime Records Division maintains the Computerized Criminal History (CCH) database. Name-based searches for conviction records are available to the public through the TxDPS criminal history portal.
Expunctions
Arrest and court records may be eligible for expunction under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55. An expunction is not automatic—it requires a court petition, and the resulting order must be served on all agencies holding relevant records, including the District Clerk and the Texas Department of Public Safety. The District Clerk's office maintains an expunctions information page with a local agency contact list to help petitioners work through the process.
Burnet County Civil Court Records
Civil case filings in Burnet County span several court levels depending on the dollar amount and subject matter involved. District Courts handle major civil matters—contract disputes, tort claims, real estate actions, tax collections, and consumer cases. The County Court at Law handles appeals from lower courts and certain mid-range civil matters. Justice of the Peace courts handle small claims and minor civil disputes at the precinct level.
District Court Civil Records
The District Clerk maintains all civil filings, judgments, and orders from the 33rd and 424th District Courts. Case information is searchable through both the Odyssey Public Access portal and re:SearchTX. For certified copies, contact the District Clerk at (512) 756-5450 or visit the office in person.
District Clerk Civil Filing Fees (Effective January 1, 2025)
| Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil (new case) | $350.00 |
| Expunction petition | $350.00 |
| Petition for Non-Disclosure | $350.00 |
| Severed/Transferred to Burnet County | $350.00 |
| Motion/Counterclaim/Cross Action/Intervention/3rd Party Petition | $80.00 |
| Abstract of Judgment | $8.00 |
| Writ issuance | $8.00 |
Justice of the Peace Small Claims
Small claims matters are filed in the Justice of the Peace courts by precinct. JP Precinct 3 (Marble Falls Courthouse Annex, 810 Steve Hawkins Parkway, Suite 2) sets its civil filing fee at $54.00 with a $100.00 service fee per defendant. JP Precinct 4 sets its combined filing and service fee at $127.00. Precinct-level courts handle claims up to the statutory small claims limit and also cover traffic citations, minor civil disputes, and landlord-tenant matters at the local level.
Justice of the Peace Court Locations
| Precinct | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Precinct 1 | 220 S. Pierce Street, Suite 109, Burnet, TX 78611 | (512) 756-5421 |
| Precinct 2 | 220 S. Pierce Street, Suite 105, Burnet, TX 78611 | (512) 756-5453 |
| Precinct 3 | 810 Steve Hawkins Pkwy, Suite 2, Marble Falls, TX 78654 | (830) 798-3212 |
| Precinct 4 | 810 Steve Hawkins Pkwy, Suite 4, Marble Falls, TX 78654 | (830) 798-3205 |
Property Records
Deed records, plats, maps, easements, tax liens, and other real property instruments are recorded and maintained by the Burnet County Clerk. The County Clerk's self-service portal allows online searches of recorded real estate documents by party name, recording date, and document number. Property tax records and valuations are maintained separately through the county tax assessor-collector's office.
Burnet County Family Court Records
The District Clerk's Family Division handles all family law cases filed in Burnet County—divorce, annulment, adoption, termination of parental rights, establishment of paternity, child custody, child support, protective orders, and name changes. These records are maintained by the Burnet County District Clerk at 1701 E. Polk Street, Suite 90, Burnet, TX 78611.
Family Case Filing Fees (Effective January 1, 2025)
| Case Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Divorce / Annulment / Void Marriage | $350.00 |
| Adoption | $350.00 |
| Termination of Parent-Child Relationship | $350.00 |
| Name Change | $350.00 |
| Removal of Disabilities | $350.00 |
| Establishing Paternity | $350.00 |
| Foreign Judgment (enforcement) | $350.00 |
| Protective Order | $350.00 |
| Transferred to Burnet County | $350.00 |
| Motion to Enforce / Modify / Contempt | $80.00 |
| Motion for New Trial; Counterclaim | $80.00 |
Divorce Records
Divorce decrees and dissolution orders are filed with the District Clerk. You can request copies in person at the District Clerk's office or by contacting the office directly. Cases are searchable online through re:SearchTX using either party's name. Under Texas Family Code 6.411, divorce records are generally public unless a court has specifically sealed them.
Marriage Records
Marriage licenses are issued and recorded by the County Clerk. A certified copy costs $7.00 and can be requested by mail using the county's marriage certificate application form, or searched and ordered online through the County Clerk's self-service portal. Mail requests go to: Vicinta Stafford, Burnet County Clerk, 220 South Pierce Street, Burnet, TX 78611.
Birth and Death Records
Burnet County birth and death certificates are restricted records accessible only to the registrant, immediate family members, and authorized legal representatives.
- Birth certificate fee: $23.00 per certified copy
- Death certificate fee: $21.00 per certified copy
- Mail requests require a notarized proof of identification form, a copy of a valid ID, and the applicable fee
- Online orders can be placed through the County Clerk's self-service portal
- The Texas Department of State Health Services also lists Burnet County as a local issuing office for both birth and death certificates
Mailed requests for birth and death certificates should be sent to: Vicinta Stafford, Burnet County Clerk, 220 South Pierce Street, Burnet, TX 78611.
Burnet County Probate Court Records
All Burnet County probate matters—including estates, wills, guardianships, and heirship proceedings—are heard by Judge Henson in the County Court at Law. The County Clerk's office maintains probate records, and the probate division page on the county website provides current procedural guidance and contact information.
Probate Hearing Appearance Policy
Judge Henson requires in-person appearance at all probate hearings as the default. Limited exceptions apply:
- Parties residing more than 150 miles away may request a phone appearance for uncontested probate matters
- Parties and required disinterested witnesses in uncontested heirship proceedings who reside more than 150 miles away may request a Zoom appearance
- Remote appearance requests must be made when scheduling the hearing date
- All proposed documents must be e-filed with the County Clerk at least 48 hours before the scheduled hearing
Hearing dates are requested by emailing the court at burnetccal@burnetcountytexas.org.
Pro Se Representation in Probate
Effective September 1, 2025, individuals applying for letters testamentary, letters of administration, determination of heirship, muniment of title, small estate affidavit, or guardianship must be represented by a licensed Texas attorney. The court will not take action on documents filed by a pro se applicant seeking to represent a probate estate or guardianship ward.
Probate Filing Fees (Effective January 1, 2025)
| Matter | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| Letters Testamentary / Administration / Muniment of Title | $392.00 |
| Small Estates Affidavit | $362.00 |
| Guardianship (initial filing) | $472.00 |
| Subsequent filings | $120.00 |
| Annual Accounting | $27.00 |
| Guardianship Report of Person | $12.00 |
| Inventory & Appraisement (after 90 days) | $27.00 |
| Inventory & Appraisement (within 90 days) | $2.00 |
| Letter (certified copy) | $6.00 |
| Each additional page | $1.00 |
To search probate case records online, use the Odyssey Public Access portal with the public visitor credentials. For in-person access to physical probate files or to request certified copies, visit the County Clerk's office at 220 South Pierce Street, Burnet, TX 78611, during regular office hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.).