Kendall County, Texas Court Records
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Kendall County, Texas is a fast-growing Hill Country community anchored by the city of Boerne. Its court system spans multiple district courts, a constitutional county court, justice of the peace precincts, and a municipal court. Court records generated by these bodies — filings, orders, judgments, dockets, and exhibits — form the official documentation of judicial proceedings. They serve as the legal record for everything from felony prosecutions to probate estate administration. Members of the public, attorneys, journalists, researchers, and parties to litigation all have reason to understand how these records are organized, who maintains them, and what steps are required to obtain copies.
Searching court records in Texas typically begins with the state's official judicial resources. TexasStateCourts.us is a useful resource for locating publicly available case information, identifying the appropriate court or clerk's office, and understanding the structure of Texas courts. Beyond that statewide resource, Kendall County maintains its own online portals, and most records can be accessed through the District Clerk's Office, the County Clerk's Office, or directly through the county's public case search system. The sections below detail exactly how each category of court record is held and how to request it.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Kendall County?
Kendall County offers several methods for searching court records, and the right approach depends on the type of case and the court in which it was filed.
Online Case Search
The most direct route for looking up a district court case is the Kendall County Public Access Portal, which allows searches across civil, family, probate, and criminal cases by party name, case number, or attorney name. For official public records maintained by the County Clerk — including land records, marriage records, and certain probate filings — the Kendall County Official Records Search provides online access to documents recorded from 1983 to the present. Deed records predating 1983, going back to the era of sovereignty, are also accessible through that same portal.
Online Record Search Request (District Clerk)
For cases not immediately visible in the portal, the District Clerk offers a dedicated Record Search form on the county website. Fees are structured as $5 per name searched plus $5 per decade searched. Payment may be made in person, by mailed money order, or electronically through the e-file system. Note that searches covering records older than 2010 may carry additional fees.
In-Person Requests
Both the District Clerk's Office and the County Clerk's Office are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Kendall County Courthouse, 201 East San Antonio Avenue, Boerne, TX 78006. Staff can assist in locating records, though they are not permitted to provide legal advice.
Court Coordinators for Scheduling
To schedule a civil hearing in the 451st District Court, contact Mateo Santos at (830) 249-9343, ext. 308. For the 498th District Court, contact Nancy Graham at (830) 249-9343, ext. 310. The courts share a live calendar that can be viewed online for upcoming dockets.
Are Court Records Public in Kendall County?
Texas law establishes a strong default of openness for government records. The Texas Public Information Act, codified at Texas Government Code Chapter 552, grants the public the right to inspect and copy records held by government agencies, including court records. No justification is required to submit a public records request, and agencies must respond within ten business days.
Despite this broad access, certain categories of records are exempt from disclosure or restricted to authorized parties:
- Juvenile records — confidential under Texas Family Code provisions; general public access is not permitted
- Sealed records — any document sealed by court order is inaccessible without a court order lifting the seal
- Expunged records — records subject to an order of expunction are removed from public access entirely
- Victim and witness information — details that could identify or endanger victims or witnesses to a crime are withheld
- Records that could compromise ongoing investigations — law enforcement agencies may withhold records that would interfere with active criminal proceedings
To submit a general public information request to Kendall County, use the Public Information Request Form. For law enforcement-specific records, open records requests must be directed separately to the Kendall County Sheriff's Office rather than the clerks' offices.
Kendall County Criminal Court Records
Criminal cases in Kendall County are divided by offense level and heard in different courts depending on whether the charge is a felony, misdemeanor, or Class C infraction.
Felony Cases — District Courts
Felony criminal prosecutions are filed in Kendall County's two district courts. The 451st Judicial District Court and the newly established 498th Judicial District Court — presided over by Judge Katherine McDaniel, appointed in 2025 — both hold concurrent jurisdiction over felony cases. Both courts are located at the Kendall County Courthouse.
| Court | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 451st District Court | 201 E. San Antonio Ave, Suite 201, Boerne, TX 78006 | (830) 249-9343, ext. 260 |
| 498th District Court | 201 E. San Antonio Ave, Boerne, TX 78006 | (830) 249-9343, ext. 310 |
| District Clerk's Office | 201 E. San Antonio Ave, Suite 201, Boerne, TX 78006 | (830) 249-9343 |
The District Clerk maintains all criminal filings in these courts. You can search records through the county's public access portal or by submitting the Record Search form. Attorneys and parties to a case may use the fee-based Research and Track Opposing Counsel system maintained by the Texas Judicial Branch for instant digital access to case documents.
Misdemeanor and Class C Cases
Lower-level criminal matters are handled by the justice of the peace courts across the county's four precincts, as well as Boerne Municipal Court:
- JP Precinct 1 — 204 E. San Antonio St., 2nd Floor, Boerne, TX 78006 | (830) 249-9343, ext. 334
- JP Precinct 2 — 32824 IH-10 W, Boerne, TX 78006 | (830) 249-8404
- JP Precinct 3 — Kendall County Courthouse Annex, 221 Fawn Valley Dr., #200, Boerne, TX 78006 | (830) 249-2820
- JP Precinct 4 — 105 Amber Drive, Comfort, TX 78013 | (830) 995-2031
- Boerne Municipal Court — 124 Old San Antonio Road, Boerne, TX 78006 | (830) 248-1504
Arrest Records and Criminal History
Arrest records and law enforcement incident reports are maintained by the Kendall County Sheriff's Office, not by the court clerks. To request these records, submit a completed open records form directly through the KCSO Open Records Request page. The Sheriff's Office also maintains a public inmate roster on its website listing individuals currently in custody. For a comprehensive Texas criminal history report, requests must be submitted to the Texas Department of Public Safety, which administers statewide criminal history background checks.
Kendall County Civil Court Records
Civil litigation in Kendall County — including breach of contract, personal injury, property disputes, and civil equity matters — is handled primarily in the 451st and 498th District Courts. Both courts hold original jurisdiction over civil matters where the amount in controversy exceeds the limits of the lower courts.
Accessing Civil Case Records
Civil case records are maintained by the Kendall County District Clerk and can be searched through the county's public access portal. To request copies, use the online Record Search form, submit a written request by mail to the District Clerk's Office at Suite 201, 201 East San Antonio Avenue, Boerne, TX 78006, or appear in person during office hours.
E-Filing
All attorneys practicing in Kendall County district courts are required by Texas Supreme Court mandate to file documents electronically. Self-represented parties can access E-File Texas Self-Help resources for guidance on how to e-file without an attorney. All lead documents and attachments must be filed as a single combined document. Motions to seal must be filed with paper copies delivered or mailed to the clerk's office, as sealed documents cannot be submitted electronically.
Property Records
Deeds, liens, mortgages, and other official property records are maintained by the Kendall County Clerk and are searchable through the Kendall County Official Records Search portal, which covers recorded documents from 1983 to present. Earlier deed records are also available through that same system. Property tax assessment information is held separately by the Kendall Appraisal District, which operates its own property search tool at its office at 118 Market Street, Boerne, TX 78006, Phone: (830) 249-8012
Kendall County Family Court Records
Divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, name changes, and all other matters affecting the parent-child relationship are handled by Kendall County's district courts. Both the 451st and 498th District Courts are specifically designated to hear these case types. Family law proceedings generate records that are filed with and maintained by the District Clerk.
Divorce Records
Divorce filings and final decrees are maintained by the District Clerk's Office. To obtain a certified copy of a divorce decree, contact the District Clerk at (830) 249-9343 before visiting, as copy fees and processing times may vary. Requests may be submitted in person at Suite 201, by mail, or through the online Record Search form. Search fees follow the $5 per name plus $5 per decade structure. The Texas Judicial Branch case search also provides access to district court divorce cases. For a divorce verification letter rather than the full decree, the Texas DSHS Vital Statistics Section can issue a letter confirming a divorce occurred, though this document is not a substitute for the actual decree.
Marriage Records and Licenses
Marriage licenses are issued by the Kendall County Clerk's Office at Suite 127, 201 East San Antonio Avenue, Boerne, TX 78006, Phone: (830) 249-9343 To obtain a certified copy of a marriage record, download and complete the Mail Application for a Marriage or Divorce Record and submit it to the County Clerk in person or by mail, or alternatively to the Texas DSHS. The fee for a certified marriage record copy is $20, payable by check or money order; this fee is non-refundable even if no record is found. Requesters must present a valid government-issued ID in person or include a copy with mailed requests. Marriage records can also be searched online through the Kendall County Official Records Search.
Birth and Death Records
Birth and death records are restricted until the applicable statutory waiting period has elapsed — 75 years for birth records and 25 years for death records. Before those periods expire, only the record subject, immediate family members, or legal representatives with proper documentation may obtain certified copies.
Requests for both birth and death records can be submitted to the County Clerk's Office or directly to the Texas DSHS Vital Statistics Section. Required steps for each:
- Download the appropriate application — birth record or death record form
- Complete the form fully, including your relationship to the subject
- Include a copy of a valid, acceptable government-issued ID
- Include payment for the applicable fee:
- Birth certificates: $23 per copy
- Death certificates: $20 for the first copy, $3 for each additional copy ordered at the same time
- Submit in person to the County Clerk at Suite 127, or by mail to either the County Clerk or the DSHS Central Vital Statistics Office
Domestic Violence and Protective Orders
Protective orders arising from domestic violence matters are filed in the district courts. These records may have restricted access to protect victim safety, and certain details may be withheld from the public version of the case file even when the underlying case is otherwise public. Questions about protective orders should be directed to the District Clerk's Office.
Kendall County Probate Court Records
Probate proceedings in Kendall County are overseen by the County Judge, with the Honorable Judge Shane Stolarczyk presiding. The County Clerk's Office handles all probate filings and maintains the resulting records. Effective April 1, 2023, probate hearings are held in person, and the probate docket begins at 10:00 a.m. on scheduled hearing dates.
The Kendall County Probate Court handles the following types of matters:
- Probating wills of deceased residents
- Determining heirship when a decedent died without a will (intestate succession)
- Administration of estates, including appointment of executors and administrators
- Establishing guardianships for incapacitated adults
- Adoptions (concurrent with district court jurisdiction)
- Contested probate matters (heard by the district courts when disputes arise)
Contact and Location
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Presiding Judge | Honorable Shane Stolarczyk |
| Address | 201 E. San Antonio Avenue, Suite 122, Boerne, TX 78006 |
| Phone: (County Clerk) | (830) 249-9343 |
| Probate Hearing Scheduling | (830) 249-9343, ext. 212 (County Judge's Office) |
| Docket Start Time | 10:00 a.m. |
Requesting Probate Records
Probate records can be searched through the Kendall County Official Records Search portal. To request certified copies of probate documents or to be added to the probate docket, contact the County Clerk's Office at (830) 249-9343. The clerk's office can also advise on applicable filing fees and court costs for probate matters. For initial assistance understanding the probate process, the Texas Court Help resource is available online, though it does not substitute for legal counsel.
Anyone wishing to file documents in a probate proceeding should be aware that the County Clerk's Office must receive the original will within a short timeframe after an application is filed. To avoid procedural delays, contact the Probate Deputy at the County Clerk's Office before submitting any filings. Attorneys must use the Texas e-file system for all probate filings; self-represented individuals should contact the clerk directly for guidance on paper filing procedures still available to pro se parties in probate matters.