Llano County Court Records Search
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Llano County sits in the Texas Hill Country, served by a network of courts ranging from the district level down to municipal benches. Records from these proceedings — covering everything from felony criminal cases to small estate probates — are maintained by the District Clerk and the County Clerk at the Llano County Courthouse. Whether you need to verify a case outcome, get a certified copy of a divorce decree, or review a probate filing, the first practical step is knowing which office holds the record and what the access process requires.
Residents and researchers can visit TexasStateCourts.us for links to court resources across Texas. For Llano County specifically, records are held by individual clerk offices and, as of July 28, 2025, can also be searched online through the re:SearchTX platform maintained by the Texas Office of Court Administration. In-person access remains the most reliable method for obtaining certified documents, reviewing case files, or submitting formal records requests.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Llano County?
The right approach for finding a Llano County court case depends on the type of proceeding and the court that handled it. District Court and County Court records are held by separate clerk offices; Justice of the Peace and Municipal Court records are kept at their respective court locations.
Step-by-step search options:
- Online via re:SearchTX — As of July 28, 2025, the Llano County Clerk's Office directs researchers to re:SearchTX for online court record searches. The platform offers free name-based searches across civil cases from district, county, and justice courts statewide.
- In-person at the District Clerk — For felony criminal cases, major civil matters, and family law proceedings, contact the District Clerk's Office. You'll typically need a party name or cause number.
- In-person at the County Clerk — For misdemeanor cases, probate filings, and vital records, the County Clerk's Office at 107 West Sandstone Street is the right place to go.
- Mail requests — Either clerk office will fulfill written records requests. Include the party name, approximate filing date or case number, and a check or money order for applicable fees.
- Justice of the Peace and Municipal Courts — For lower-level civil and Class C misdemeanor cases, contact the specific precinct or municipal court where the case was filed.
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID when visiting clerk offices in person, particularly for property-related filings, which now require ID verification under HB 16 (Local Government Code § 191.010(b)).
District Clerk — Llano County Courthouse
Address: 832 Ford Street, Llano, Texas 78643
Phone: (325) 247-5036
Fax: (325) 248-0492
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Clerk: Ashley Inge
County Clerk — Llano County Constitutional Court
Address: 107 West Sandstone Street, Llano, Texas 78643
Phone: (325) 247-4455
Fax: (325) 247-2406
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Are Court Records Public in Llano County?
Texas law treats court records as generally accessible to the public, though the framework is distinct from the broader open-records statute. Access to court records is primarily determined by Rule 12 of the Texas Rules of Judicial Administration, along with case-specific statutes and court orders. The Texas Public Information Act (TPIA), Texas Government Code Chapter 552, covers non-court public records such as sheriff's office reports — but it does not directly control judicial case records.
Records that are restricted from public access in Texas courts include:
- Juvenile justice records and proceedings
- Adoption and termination of parental rights records
- Mental health commitment proceedings
- Protective order applications and supporting affidavits
- Judicial work products
- Security and emergency response plans
- Sealed cases or records ordered expunged by a court
For most other case types — including civil lawsuits, felony and misdemeanor criminal cases, divorce proceedings, and probate filings — members of the public may inspect and obtain copies. Standard copy fees are $1.00 per page, and certification of a document typically costs $5.00 per instrument. A name search fee of $5.00 per name applies to probate record inquiries at the County Clerk's Office.
If you're unsure whether a specific record is accessible, submit a written request to the appropriate clerk, who will respond consistent with court rules and applicable statutes.
Llano County Criminal Court Records
Felony criminal matters in Llano County are heard by the 33rd and 424th District Courts, which together serve a four-county judicial district encompassing Burnet, Llano, Blanco, and San Saba Counties. All hearings are held in the county where the case was filed, so Llano County felony proceedings take place at the Llano County Courthouse. District Court Judge J. Allan Garrett presides over the 33rd District Court, and Judge Evan Stubbs presides over the 424th. The 33rd & 424th District Court can be reached at (512) 756-5436.
The District Attorney for the 33rd & 424th Judicial Districts, Perry Thomas, maintains a Llano office at 811 Berry Street, Llano, Texas 78643, Phone: (325) 247-5755
Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases are handled by the Llano County Constitutional County Court, located at the same address as the County Clerk. Municipal Courts in Horseshoe Bay, Llano, and Sunrise Beach Village handle Class C misdemeanors occurring within their respective city limits.
Criminal case records can be obtained through:
- The Llano County District Clerk for felony files and associated documents
- The County Clerk for misdemeanor cases processed in the Constitutional County Court
- Municipal court clerks for Class C misdemeanor records
Arrest records are maintained primarily by law enforcement agencies. For arrest information and inmate status at the Llano County jail, contact the Llano County Sheriff's Office at (325) 247-5767. The Sheriff handles non-emergency dispatch and public information requests; a Public Information Request Form is available on the county website. Texas Department of Public Safety criminal history background checks, which compile conviction records statewide, are available separately through the DPS portal for employment or personal use.
Llano County Civil Court Records
Civil cases in Llano County are filed in either the District Court or the Constitutional County Court, depending on the amount in controversy and the nature of the dispute. The District Courts have general jurisdiction over civil claims that exceed the county court's monetary threshold, as well as all cases involving title to land and injunctive relief. The Constitutional County Court handles civil matters within its statutory jurisdiction.
Justice of the Peace courts handle small claims and eviction proceedings at the precinct level. Four Justice of the Peace precincts serve Llano County:
| Precinct | Judge | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| Precinct 1 | Judge Sam Silver | 101 Ferguson Road, Horseshoe Bay, TX 78657 | (830) 598-2296 |
| Precinct 2 | Judge Maureen Riggs | 8347 Ranch Road 1431, Buchanan Dam, TX 78609 | (512) 793-2332 |
| Precinct 3 | Judge Deb Edwards | 8347 Ranch Road 1431, Buchanan Dam, TX 78609 | (512) 793-2016 |
| Precinct 4 | (Judge, Precinct 4) | 2001-B North State Highway 16, Llano, TX 78643 | (325) 247-3178 |
Civil filings in district court typically require a base filing fee of $350.00 for new cases including civil suits, annulments, and expunctions. Motions in existing civil cases generally carry an $80.00 fee. Copies of civil case documents cost $1.00 per page, plus a $5.00 certification fee if a certified copy is needed.
You can search civil case records online through re:SearchTX or visit the District Clerk's Office in person. The Llano County Clerk's fee schedule effective January 1, 2024 lists applicable recording and document fees for county-level civil filings. Those wishing to submit a public information request for non-judicial county records may use the official Llano County Public Information Request Form.
Llano County Family Court Records
Family law matters — including divorce, child custody, child support modifications, adoption, and termination of parental rights — are handled by the 33rd and 424th District Courts. Divorce filings are initiated with the Llano County District Clerk. To locate an existing divorce record, you'll typically need the names of both parties or the cause number; a fee applies for any copies provided.
Adoption records are sealed by statute and are not accessible to the general public. Requests for access to sealed adoption files must be supported by a court order. Protective order applications and supporting materials are similarly restricted.
For child support establishment and enforcement matters, the Texas Office of the Attorney General administers the Child Support Division, which can assist families in opening or modifying child support cases regardless of whether a private attorney is retained.
Key vital records relevant to family law proceedings:
- Marriage licenses — Issued by the Llano County Clerk. Certified copies of marriage certificates cost $7.00 per copy.
- Birth certificates — Maintained by the County Clerk. Under Texas Government Code § 552.115(a)(1), birth records are confidential for 75 years from the date of birth. Eligible requesters include the registrant, immediate family members, a legal guardian, or anyone with a valid court order. The fee is $23.00 per certified copy.
- Death certificates — Also held by the County Clerk. Under Texas Government Code § 552.115(a)(2), death records are confidential for 25 years from the date of death, with a one-year public release if the decedent is unidentified. The fee is $21.00 for the first copy, with $4.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time.
Birth and death certificate requests submitted by mail must include a completed Birth/Death Certificate Application, a notarized Affidavit for Birth/Death Certificate, and a photocopy of a valid government-issued photo ID.
Llano County Probate Court Records
The Llano County Constitutional Court handles probate matters for the county, including estate administration, wills, guardianships, conservatorships, and mental health commitment proceedings. The Llano County Clerk maintains all county-level judicial records, including probate filings.
Probate case records are not currently available through an online search portal. If you need to locate a probate file, call the County Clerk's Office at (325) 247-4455 and request a name search, which costs $5.00 per name searched. If a copy of the record is needed, the standard copy fee of $1.00 per page applies, along with a $5.00 certification fee for certified documents.
Common probate filings handled by the Llano County Clerk include:
- Letters testamentary and letters of administration for estate proceedings
- Will filings and heirship determinations
- Guardianship petitions and orders
- Small estate affidavits
- Inventory, appraisement, and list of claims
To file a probate matter or respond to a pending proceeding in Llano County, contact the County Clerk's Office directly at 107 West Sandstone Street, Llano, Texas 78643. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Property records connected to estate transactions — deeds, liens, and plats recorded by the estate — can be searched through the County Clerk's online Property Records Search portal (EDOC Technologies), which is updated nightly and available 24 hours a day. Property appraisal and ownership data for tax assessment purposes is maintained separately by the Llano Central Appraisal District, with a dedicated property search tool available online.