Hunt County Court Records Search
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Hunt County sits in northeast Texas with its county seat in Greenville. The county operates a multi-level court system that includes two District Courts (the 196th and 354th), a Constitutional County Court, two County Courts at Law, four Justice of the Peace Courts, and nine Municipal Courts. Court records generated by these tribunals — criminal dockets, civil filings, family law proceedings, and probate matters — are maintained by two primary custodial offices: the Hunt County District Clerk and the Hunt County Clerk. Understanding which office holds the records you need is the first step toward a successful search.
For those looking to locate court records in Texas, several official channels are available. The Hunt County Tyler Odyssey Portal provides free online access to case information across multiple Hunt County courts. Records can also be retrieved in person at the respective clerk offices in the Hunt County Courthouse at 2507 Lee Street in Greenville, through written mail requests, or via public access terminals. TexasStateCourts.us may help users locate publicly available court case information at the state level. Additionally, the Texas Department of Public Safety offers criminal history searches through its statewide database.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Hunt County?
Hunt County provides several pathways for locating case records, depending on the court that handled the matter and the type of information needed.
Online search through the Odyssey Portal:
- Navigate to the Hunt County Judicial Records portal.
- Select the record category — Odyssey Public Access covers court case data, jail records, jail bond records, and law enforcement incident records.
- Enter search criteria such as a party name, case number, or date range.
- Review the results, which display docket information, hearing dates, and case status.
Identifying the correct office:
The office you contact depends on the court level where the case was heard:
- District Court cases (felonies, civil matters exceeding County Court jurisdiction, divorce, family law): Contact the Hunt County District Clerk.
- County Court cases (misdemeanors, probate, guardianship, lower-value civil disputes, appeals from Justice of the Peace Courts): Contact the Hunt County Clerk.
- Justice of the Peace Court cases (small claims, evictions, Class C misdemeanors): Contact the specific JP Court where the matter was filed.
Hunt County District Clerk
Physical Address: 2507 Lee Street, Suite #204, Greenville, TX 75401
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1437, Greenville, TX 75403
Phone: (903) 408-4172
Email: dclerk@huntcounty.net
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. (closed for lunch)
Hunt County Clerk
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1316, Greenville, TX 75403
Phone: (903) 408-4130
Fax: (903) 408-4287
Email: countyclerk@huntcounty.net
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Requesting copies by mail:
For District Court records, complete the District Court Records Request Form and mail it with the appropriate fees to the District Clerk’s mailing address above. For County Court records, use the Application for Copy of Judicial Records, enclose payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope, and send it to the County Clerk.
Copy fees (District Clerk, effective January 1, 2026):
| Copy Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Certified copy — per page | $1.00 + $5.00 certificate and seal |
| Non-certified paper copy — per page | $1.00 |
| Electronic copy — up to 10 pages | $1.00 |
| Electronic copy — each page over 10 | $0.10 |
| Record search — per name | $5.00 |
Copy fees (County Clerk, effective January 1, 2024):
| Copy Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Plain (uncertified) copy — per page | $1.00 |
| Certified copy | $5.00 + $1.00 per page |
| Authenticated copy (clerk certifies twice) | $10.00 + $1.00 per page |
| Certificate of Fact (Criminal/Civil/Probate) | $5.00 |
Are Court Records Public in Hunt County?
Most Hunt County court records are accessible to the public. Texas law establishes a strong presumption of openness for government records. The Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552) gives any person the right to request access to records held by governmental bodies, including county clerk offices and court administrators.
Despite this broad right, certain categories of records carry restrictions or are entirely exempt from public disclosure:
- Sealed or expunged records: Cases sealed by court order or expunged under the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure are removed from public view.
- Juvenile records: Proceedings involving minors are confidential under the Texas Family Code.
- Adoption records: Adoption files are sealed and accessible only to parties with legal standing.
- Mental health proceedings: Records from involuntary commitment and other mental health filings are confidential.
- Protective orders: Certain domestic violence protective order records may have restricted access.
- Ongoing investigations: Records tied to active law enforcement or judicial investigations may be withheld.
- Personal identifying information: Social Security numbers, driver’s license numbers, and similar sensitive data are exempt.
- Trade secrets and proprietary information: Business information submitted under seal is not publicly available.
To request records formally, submit a written request to the relevant clerk office citing the Texas Public Information Act. Each office must respond within 10 business days. If a governmental body believes a record is exempt, it must seek an opinion from the Texas Attorney General’s Open Records Division within the statutory timeframe.
Hunt County Criminal Court Records
Criminal cases in Hunt County are divided between the District Courts, the County Courts at Law, and the Justice of the Peace Courts based on offense severity. The 196th and 354th District Courts handle felony prosecutions. The County Courts at Law adjudicate Class A and Class B misdemeanors. Justice of the Peace Courts process Class C misdemeanor complaints and issue certain warrants.
Where criminal records are kept:
- District Clerk: Maintains records for all felony and certain higher-level criminal cases heard in the 196th and 354th District Courts.
- County Clerk: Maintains misdemeanor case records from the County Courts at Law and the Constitutional County Court.
- JP Courts: Maintain their own records for Class C misdemeanors and traffic violations.
Court locations:
| Court | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 196th District Court | 2507 Lee St., 3rd Floor, Greenville, TX 75401 | (903) 408-4190 |
| 354th District Court | 2507 Lee St., 3rd Floor, Greenville, TX 75401 | (903) 408-4194 |
| County Court at Law 1 | 2507 Lee St., 4th Floor, Room 400, Greenville, TX 75401 | (903) 408-4200 |
| County Court at Law 2 | 2507 Lee St., 2nd Floor, Room 205, Greenville, TX 75401 | (903) 408-4234 |
Searching criminal records online:
The Hunt County Odyssey Portal provides access to criminal case docket information, jail records, jail bond records, and law enforcement incident records. The Hunt County Sheriff’s Office also maintains a jail inmate search tool where users can view current inmates or search booking records by date range.
Statewide criminal history checks:
The Texas Department of Public Safety operates two systems for criminal background information:
- Online name-based search: Visit the Criminal History Search website, create an account, and purchase search credits at $3.00 each (plus payment processing fees). This database covers Class B misdemeanors, Class C convictions, and higher offenses. For records not found online, call (512) 424-2474.
- Fingerprint-based CHRI review: Individuals seeking their own criminal history record information must schedule a fingerprint scan through DPS Fingerprint Applicant Services of Texas (FAST) or by calling (888) 467-2080. The fingerprint scan costs $10.00 and the CHRI search costs $15.00. For questions, call (512) 424-5079.
Sheriff’s Office records:
The Hunt County Criminal Investigations Division accepts open records requests for criminal investigation reports. Complete the open records request form and submit it during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.) to:
Criminal Investigation Division, Sheriff’s Office
2801 Stuart Street, Greenville, TX 75401
Phone: (903) 453-6822
District Court criminal filing fees (effective January 1, 2026):
The basic filing fee for a new criminal case in District Court is $350.00, composed of a $137.00 state consolidated fee, an $82.00 judicial support fee, $20.00 for indigent services, a $30.00 e-file system fee, and additional local surcharges. The complete District Court fee schedule is published on the county website.
Hunt County Civil Court Records
Civil litigation in Hunt County is spread across the District Courts, County Courts at Law, and Justice of the Peace Courts depending on the dollar amount in controversy and the nature of the claim. District Courts hear civil cases involving larger sums and specialized matters such as eminent domain and fraudulent liens. The County Courts at Law handle civil disputes within their statutory jurisdictional limits, bond forfeitures, and appeals from JP Courts. Justice of the Peace Courts handle small claims, evictions, and debt cases within their monetary thresholds.
How to obtain civil court records:
For District Court civil cases, complete the District Court Records Request Form and submit it to the District Clerk in person or by mail. For County Court civil cases, submit an Application for Copy of Judicial Records with payment and a self-addressed stamped envelope to the County Clerk. For JP Court records, contact the specific precinct office where the case originated.
District Court civil filing fees (effective January 1, 2026):
| Filing Type | Total Fee |
|---|---|
| General civil case | $350.00 |
| Condemnation (eminent domain) | $350.00 |
| Delinquent tax case | $350.00 |
| Foreign judgment | $350.00 |
| Petition for non-disclosure (GC 411.072 exception) | $350.00 |
| Expunction | $350.00 |
| Transfer from another county | $213.00 |
| Subsequent filings (counterclaim, cross-action, intervention, contempt, motion for new trial) | $80.00 |
| Issuance of process (citation, subpoena, show cause, etc.) | $8.00 each |
| Service by Hunt County Constable | $75.00 |
| Writ of execution, garnishment, possession, sequestration | $150.00 each |
| Jury demand fee | $10.00 |
County Clerk civil filing fees (selected):
New civil filings in County Court typically total $244.00, which includes the clerk’s fee, records management, courthouse security, law library, and various state-mandated surcharges. Adverse actions (cross-actions, pleas, interventions) cost $90.00. Writ of garnishment in County Court costs $259.00 (the new civil filing fee of $244.00 plus a $15.00 writ preparation charge). The full County Clerk fee schedule details every surcharge and its statutory authority.
Property records:
Real property filings, including deeds, mortgages, and liens, are recorded by the County Clerk’s office. The Hunt County property records portal allows online searches of recorded land instruments and plat records at no charge. To request copies by mail, complete the Application for Copy of Public Records and send it with payment to the County Clerk. Recording fees for the first page of a real property document total $25.00 (including a $5.00 recording fee, $10.00 records management fee, and $10.00 records archive fee), with each additional page costing $4.00.
Justice of the Peace Courts:
| Court | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| JP Precinct 1, Place 1 | 2801 Stuart St., Greenville, TX 75401 | (903) 453-6922 |
| JP Precinct 1, Place 2 | 2801 Stuart St., Greenville, TX 75401 | (903) 453-6930 |
| JP Precinct 2 | 100 Kings Plaza, Suite F, Commerce, TX 75428 | (903) 886-6726 |
| JP Precinct 3 | 118 E. Main, Wolfe City, TX 75496 (P.O. Box 110, Wolfe City, TX 75496) | (903) 496-7974 |
| JP Precinct 4 | 112 E. Main, Quinlan, TX 75475 (P.O. Box 2859, Quinlan, TX 75474) | (903) 356-2904 |
Hunt County Family Court Records
Family law proceedings in Hunt County — divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, adoption, protective orders, and related matters — are heard primarily in the District Courts. The District Clerk is the custodian of these records. Certain family matters, such as juvenile cases and mental health proceedings involving the County Court, fall under the County Clerk’s jurisdiction.
Divorce records:
Divorce petitions are filed with the District Clerk. To request copies of a divorce decree or related filings, complete the District Court Records Request Form and provide the names of both parties, the case number (if known), and the approximate date of the divorce. Requests can be submitted in person at the District Clerk’s office or mailed to P.O. Box 1437, Greenville, TX 75403.
Family law filing fees (District Court, effective January 1, 2026):
| Filing Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Divorce | $350.00 |
| Annulment / Void Marriage | $350.00 |
| Suit Affecting Parent-Child Relationship (SAPCR) | $350.00 |
| Adoption of a child / Adoption with termination | $355.00 |
| Adoption of an adult | $350.00 |
| Protective order application | No fee |
| Emancipation of minor / Name change | $350.00 |
| SAPCR transfer from another county | $213.00 |
| Non-SAPCR transfer from another county | $213.00 |
| Modification, enforcement, contempt (subsequent filings) | $80.00 |
Protective order respondents are assessed a $16.00 fee under Family Code § 81.003(a), but there is no filing fee for the applicant.
Marriage licenses:
The County Clerk issues marriage licenses in Hunt County. The total fee is $46.00, which includes a $25.00 license fee, $10.00 records management, $10.00 records archive, and $1.00 vital statistics preservation fee. Texas Family Code § 2.204 imposes a 72-hour waiting period from the date and time of issuance before the license can be used, unless the applicant provides a Certificate of Completion of the Texas Premarital Education Course or is an active-duty member of the Armed Forces (which waives the waiting period; the total for the waived-waiting-period license is $21.00). No proxy or absent-applicant marriages are processed. To request a certified copy of a marriage license, use the Application for Copy of Marriage Certificate and mail it with $21.00 (search fee $10.00, Texas online fee $10.00, and vital statistics preservation fee $1.00) to the County Clerk.
Birth and death certificates:
The County Clerk issues Texas birth and death certificates for events that occurred in Hunt County. A birth certificate costs $23.00 ($20.20 search/certificate/county clerk fee, $1.80 vital statistics fee, and $1.00 preservation fee). A death certificate costs $21.00. Each additional copy of a death certificate ordered at the same time costs $4.00. Applications are available on the County Clerk’s webpage, including the Birth Certificate Application and the Death Certificate Application. Under Texas law, birth records remain closed for 75 years and death records for 25 years; during those periods, only eligible family members, legal guardians, or those with a direct legal interest may obtain certified copies.
Hunt County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Hunt County — including will probate, estate administration, guardianship appointments, trust proceedings, and small estate affidavits — are handled through the County Court system. The County Clerk serves as the custodian of all probate filings.
How to request probate records:
To obtain copies of probate case filings, complete the Application for Copy of Judicial Records and mail it with the appropriate fee and a self-addressed stamped envelope to:
Hunt County Clerk
P.O. Box 1316
Greenville, TX 75403
Phone: (903) 408-4130
Fax: (903) 408-4287
Probate records can also be searched online through the Hunt County Odyssey Portal.
Probate filing fees (County Clerk):
The cost to open a new probate case — whether for letters testamentary, letters of administration, determination of heirship, or appointment of a guardian — totals $348.00. This includes a $40.00 clerk’s fee, $5.00 records management, $10.00 court record preservation fee, $5.00 courthouse security, $35.00 law library, $40.00 judicial fee, $10.00 basic civil legal services for indigents, $15.00 court reporter fee, $5.00 judicial education fund, $42.00 judicial support fee, $5.00 appellate judicial system fee, $20.00 supplemental court-initiated guardianship fund, $30.00 state electronic fee fund, $5.00 judicial and court security training, $4.00 judge’s fee, and a $75.00 service fee that includes one posted or published citation. Each additional issuance of citation adds $4.00 plus a $75.00 service charge and $2.00 records management fee.
A small estate affidavit carries a total filing fee of $269.00. Adverse actions in probate cases (cross-actions, pleas, interventions) cost $110.00. Applications for sale of real or personal property total $107.00. Opening a safety deposit box costs $117.00.
Guardianship registration:
Under Texas Government Code § 155.151 and Estates Code § 1104.003, all guardians must register with the Judicial Branch Certification Commission (JBCC) and complete mandatory training before appointment.
Key considerations for probate searches:
When requesting probate records, provide as much identifying detail as possible — the decedent’s full legal name, date of death, and any known case or file number. Certified copies cost $5.00 for the certificate and seal plus $1.00 per page. A Certificate of Fact for a probate matter costs $5.00 from the County Clerk.
Wills are not required to be filed electronically in Hunt County. If a will is e-filed, the original must be presented to the Clerk’s Office within three business days. Documents filed under seal, presented in camera, or otherwise restricted by law or court order must not be filed electronically.