Moore County Court Records Search
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Moore County sits in the Texas Panhandle, with Dumas as the county seat. The county's court system includes one District Court, one Constitutional County Court, one Court at Law, two Justice of the Peace courts, and three municipal courts. Every court generates its own records — filings, dockets, orders, judgments, and transcripts — and each clerk's office is the official keeper of those materials. Before making any records request, it helps to know which office handles the type of case you're looking for.
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How to Look Up a Court Case in Moore County?
Moore County court records are split between two main offices, each handling a different category of cases. The County Clerk manages misdemeanor, probate, civil, and county court matters. The District Clerk handles felony cases, district-level civil litigation, and family law. Both offices are inside the Moore County Courthouse in Dumas.
Moore County Clerk
Address: 715 S. Dumas Ave., Room 107, Dumas, Texas 79029
Phone: (806) 935-2009 / (806) 935-6164
Fax: (806) 935-9004
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Moore County District Clerk (Mayra Rivero)
Address: 715 S. Dumas Avenue, Room 109, Dumas, Texas 79029
Phone: (806) 935-4218
Fax: (806) 935-6325
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
You have four ways to access records:
- Online via the County Clerk's Public Inquiry Portal — The County Clerk offers an online public records search where you can look up and purchase county court records, including civil, probate, and property documents, from any internet-connected device.
- Online via re:SearchTX — The Texas Office of Court Administration runs re:SearchTX, which gives you access to district court case information, upcoming hearings, and court documents from all 254 Texas counties, including Moore County.
- In person — Visit either clerk's office during business hours. Bring the case number, party names, or approximate filing date to help staff locate what you need. Public search terminals may also be available at the courthouse.
- By mail — Send a written records request to the appropriate clerk with identifying details and the required fee. If you're requesting property or official public records, review the Official Public Records Filing Requirements before submitting.
Electronic Filing Requirement
Starting January 1, 2016, both the Moore County Clerk and District Clerk require mandatory e-filing for all civil and probate cases where an attorney represents the party. Self-represented parties are exempt from this requirement. All e-filing goes through eFileTexas.gov.
Are Court Records Public in Moore County?
Court records in Moore County are generally open to the public under multiple legal frameworks. The Texas Public Information Act (Government Code, Chapter 552) gives any person — regardless of where they live — the right to inspect and copy government records. Additionally, Section 191.006 of the Texas Local Government Code states that all records belonging to the county clerk's office, where access is not restricted by law or court order, must be open to the public during regular business hours.
Under these statutes, you can typically access case files, docket sheets, court orders, judgments, and most supporting documents filed in Moore County courts. That said, several record categories are restricted or confidential by law:
- Juvenile records — Confidential under the Texas Family Code; not publicly accessible
- Adoption records — Sealed by statute; require a court order to access
- Mental health records — Protected from public disclosure under state law
- Expunged or sealed criminal records — Removed from public access following a court order
- Financial account information — Redacted from public copies
- Social Security numbers — Redacted before any public release
- Addresses of protected individuals — Withheld when disclosure could create a safety risk
- Sealed case records — Inaccessible when specifically sealed by court order
When a record contains both public and restricted information, the custodian must redact only the restricted portions and release the rest. The County Clerk's office has noted that its error and omissions insurance covers only legally required duties, and staff will only conduct record searches authorized by statute — specifically, Federal Tax Lien searches under Texas Property Code § 14.004(d).
Moore County Criminal Court Records
Criminal cases in Moore County are prosecuted at two levels. Felony offenses — those involving serious crimes and potential prison sentences — are heard in the 69th District Court. Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases go before the Constitutional County Court and the Court at Law. Class C misdemeanors, which carry only fines, fall within the jurisdiction of the Justice of the Peace courts.
69th District Court
Address: 715 S. Dumas Ave., Suite 109, Dumas, TX 79029
Phone: (806) 935-4218
Fax: (806) 935-6325
Moore County Constitutional Court / Court at Law
Address: 715 S. Dumas Ave., Suite 107, Dumas, TX 79029
Phone: (806) 935-2009
Fax: (806) 935-9004
Searching Criminal Records
District Court felony records are maintained by the District Clerk and can be searched through re:SearchTX or by visiting Room 109 in person. County Court misdemeanor records are held by the County Clerk in Room 107 — search them through the county's online public inquiry portal or stop by in person.
Moore County Sheriff's Office
Address: 700 S. Bliss Ave., Dumas, Texas 79029
Sheriff: Morgan W. Hightower
Office Phone: (806) 935-4145
Dispatch: (806) 935-2151
The Moore County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency maintaining arrest records and jail booking information. If you need to check an offender's custody status, you can use VINELink, the statewide victim notification network linked from the Sheriff's Office page. Information on missing Texas children is available through MissingKids.com.
Justice of the Peace courts in Moore County also handle criminal citations and Class C misdemeanor complaints filed by the Sheriff's Office, the Texas Department of Public Safety, and local law enforcement. Citations issued in Justice Court for Precinct 2 matters can be paid online through Certified Payments.
Moore County Civil Court Records
Civil cases in Moore County are distributed across courts based on the dollar amount involved and the nature of the claim. The 69th District Court handles larger disputes with no dollar cap — including personal injury, contract claims, real estate litigation, and workers' compensation matters. The County Court at Law has concurrent civil jurisdiction over certain cases. Justice of the Peace courts hear civil claims of $20,000 or less, along with eviction actions (forcible entry and detainer).
Justice of the Peace Courts:
| Court | Address | Phone | Judge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Precinct 1 | 119 W. 5th Street, Dumas, TX 79029 | (806) 935-3920 | Judge Barbara Mulanax |
| Precinct 2 | 116 E 5th Street / P.O. Box 834, Sunray, TX 79086 | (806) 948-5362 | Judge Britt Marquez |
Accessing Civil Records
District Court civil records are searchable through re:SearchTX or at the District Clerk's office in Room 109. County Court civil records are available through the County Clerk's online records search portal or in person at Room 107. For Justice Court civil records, contact the appropriate precinct office directly.
The County Clerk maintains a fee schedule effective January 1, 2024, covering recording fees, copy charges, and civil filing costs. All fees are set by Texas State Statute. Property-related civil records — deeds, liens, mortgages, and plats — are also maintained by the County Clerk and are searchable through the online inquiry portal or the Moore County Appraisal District for tax and ownership information.
Moore County Family Court Records
Family law cases in Moore County go through the 69th District Court, which handles divorce, child custody, child support enforcement, termination of parental rights, adoptions, domestic violence protective orders, and related matters. The District Clerk at Room 109 maintains the records from all these proceedings.
Divorce Records
If you need certified copies of divorce decrees or other case documents filed in District Court, contact the District Clerk's office directly. Submit a written request with the case number, the names of both parties, and the approximate year the divorce was granted, along with the required fee and a valid government-issued ID.
For statewide divorce verification, the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Vital Statistics Section maintains a public index of Texas divorces from 1968 to the present. Keep in mind that DSHS can issue verification letters only — not certified copies of decrees. For a certified copy, you'll need to go through the District Clerk in the county where the divorce was granted. For divorces granted before 1968, the Moore County District Clerk is the only source.
Marriage Records
Marriage licenses are issued and recorded by the Moore County Clerk. Certified copies are available to eligible requesters — those named on the license or their immediate family members — for $21.00 per certified copy. To request a copy, bring or mail a valid government-issued ID, a completed record request form, and the fee to the County Clerk at 715 S. Dumas Ave., Room 107, Dumas, Texas 79029. A Marriage License Application is available on the County Clerk's website. Per the published fee schedule, an informal marriage license costs $46.00, and a replacement marriage license costs $14.50.
For statewide marriage record verification, the DSHS Vital Statistics Section maintains a public index of Texas marriages since 1966.
Birth Records
Moore County birth records are confidential under Texas law. Qualified applicants — including the registrant, parents, siblings, children, and spouses — may obtain certified birth certificates for $23.00 per copy. Submit the completed Application for Birth and Death Record, a sworn statement, a valid government-issued ID, and the fee by check or money order to the County Clerk. The county's fee schedule also lists a separate wills-filed-for-safekeeping fee of $24.00.
Death Records
Death certificates for individuals who have been deceased for more than 25 years are open to the general public. For deaths within the past 25 years, access is limited to immediate family members. The first certified copy of a death certificate costs $21.00; each additional copy ordered at the same time is $4.00. Use the same Application for Birth and Death Record form, submitted with a copy of your current driver's license and payment by check or money order made payable to the Moore County Clerk.
Moore County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Moore County are handled by the Constitutional County Court, with the County Clerk's office at Room 107 serving as the record custodian. Cases under the court's probate jurisdiction include estate administration, probate of wills, guardianship proceedings, heir determinations, small estate affidavits, and related judgments.
Accessing Probate Records
Start with the County Clerk's online public inquiry portal, which lets you search and purchase probate records remotely. For certified copies or records that aren't available online, you'll need to submit an in-person or mail request to the County Clerk's office. Include the estate or guardianship name, the case number if you have it, and an approximate filing year to help staff locate the file. Valid identification is required, and fees for certified copies apply per the 2024 fee schedule.
E-Filing for Probate
Attorneys representing parties in probate matters are subject to the same mandatory e-filing requirement as civil cases. All probate filings from represented parties must go through eFileTexas.gov. Self-represented individuals may still file in person at the County Clerk's office during regular hours.
Property Records Connected to Probate
Property instruments recorded in connection with estate matters — such as deeds conveying inherited property — are part of the Official Public Records maintained by the County Clerk. You can search these through the online public inquiry portal or through the Moore County Tax Property Search tool, which provides land valuations, ownership history, and parcel details. The Moore County Appraisal District website offers additional property search tools, including interactive maps and online protest options for assessed valuations.