How do I find my civil court records in Texas?
Sarah Cherry
Published Feb 20, 2026
How do I find my civil court records in Texas?
Typically, most Texas court cases can be accessed by contacting the office of the record custodian in the court where the case was filed. Contact details for Texas courts can be obtained via this directory. Several Texas courts also provide members of the public with online access to court records and information.
How do I get a civil suit record?
There are three ways to look at court records:
- Go to the courthouse and ask to look at paper records.
- Go to the courthouse and look at electronic court records.
- If your court offers it, look at electronic records over the internet. This is called “remote access.”
How do I find old court records online?
Federal case files are maintained electronically and are available through the internet-based Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) service. PACER allows anyone with an account to search and locate appellate, district, and bankruptcy court case and docket information. Register for a PACER account.
Are Texas court records online?
Obtaining Court Records Court records are made available through the court clerk’s office. For the courts of appeal, including the Supreme Court and the Court of Criminal Appeals, online access is available on the Texas Judicial Branch website.
How do I look up charges?
How to search
- Select the ‘Search online’ button.
- Register or log in to the NSW Online Registry.
- Search for a civil case to which you are a party.
- Select the relevant case.
- View the different types of information by clicking the tabs (Proceedings, Filed Documents, Court Dates, Judgments and Orders).
How do I obtain a copy of a county civil court document?
Here is a list of forms that are available for downloading, printing and completing. In this department you can obtain a copy of a County Civil Court at Law document. Visit our Document Portal to register your account in order to view or print (with the unofficial watermark) copies online. To request copies please use our Copy Order Form.
Where can I find contact information for the court clerks?
The contact information for the court clerks can be found on the County Clerk web site under the County Civil Courts tab. Questions regarding case requirements or documents needed should be directed to the Court Clerks of the court you are assigned to.
How do i e-file with the state of Texas?
To e-file through the State of Texas’ electronic portal EFileTexas.gov, you must first select an electronic filing service provider (EFSP). To view a list of electronic filing providers (EFSP) that have been approved by the State visit