Childress County, TX Courts and Public Records
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Cases in Childress County are heard in the Texas trial courts, which include district courts, county courts at law, statutory and constitutional county courts, justice courts, and municipal courts.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Statewide Court Website | txcourts.gov |
| Statewide Case Search | re:SearchTX (a subscription product with registration and pricing) |
| Who Keeps Records | The district clerk keeps district court records, and the county clerk keeps county court records |
| Local Addresses and Phones | Confirm the courthouse address and phone for Childress County with the county clerk |
How to Search Childress County Court Records
Have the person's full name, a case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search.
Online
Go to re:SearchTX to search Texas court records.
Register for an account and review pricing before you search.
Expect a subscription product, not a free official court portal.
Best for: Statewide lookups by name or case number
In Person
Go to the district or county clerk's office that keeps your case type for Childress County.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which office holds the records you need.
Best for: Copies and records not available online
By Phone
Call the district or county clerk's office for the court that holds your case.
Ask which office keeps the case type you need.
Ask how to request copies and what the clerk needs from you.
Best for: Confirming the right office before you visit
Search by Name on TXCourts.org
Go to TXCourts.org and enter a full name.
Search across record types without a case number.
Confirm results with the court, since they are not official court records.
Best for: Finding leads without a case number
Childress County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
Childress County's district, statutory county and constitutional county courts added 658 cases in FY 2025, including probate, guardianship and mental health filings. The courts disposed of 826 cases, and total filings rose 13.6% from FY 2024.
658
Total cases added in FY 2025
826
Total cases disposed in FY 2025
~658
Filings per judicial position (~1 positions)
+13.6%
Change in total filings vs FY 2024 (579 to 658)
| Metric | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 658 | 579 | +13.6% |
| Total Dispositions | 826 | 295 | +180.0% |
| Criminal Filings | 429 | 391 | +9.7% |
| Civil Filings | 139 | 112 | +24.1% |
| Family Law Filings | 62 | 36 | +72.2% |
| Probate Filings | 19 | 35 | -45.7% |
| Mental Health Filings | 0 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | 9 | 5 | +80.0% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~1 | ~1 | ~0.0% |
Criminal filings drove the change in FY 2025, rising by 38 cases.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Childress County?
This table shows Childress County's total filings and dispositions in its district, statutory county and constitutional county courts over the last five fiscal years.
| Fiscal Year | Total Filings | Total Dispositions | YoY Filing Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY 2025 | 658 | 826 | +13.6% |
| FY 2024 | 579 | 295 | -24.3% |
| FY 2023 | 765 | 182 | +42.7% |
| FY 2022 | 536 | 247 | +3.1% |
| FY 2021 | 520 | 183 | -23.5% |
Total filings rose 26.5% between FY 2021 and FY 2025, from 520 to 658. The largest annual change was +42.7% in FY 2023. The latest change of +13.6% was led by criminal filings, which rose by 38 cases.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Childress County?
Criminal cases are the largest category in Childress County, at 65.2% of filings in FY 2025.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2025 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 429 | 65.2% | +9.7% |
| Civil | 139 | 21.1% | +24.1% |
| Family law | 62 | 9.4% | +72.2% |
| Probate | 19 | 2.9% | -45.7% |
| Mental health | 0 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Juvenile | 9 | 1.4% | +80.0% |
Family law cases grew the fastest at +72.2%, while probate cases fell the most at -45.7%.
How Does Childress County Compare With Texas Overall?
Childress County accounted for 0.02% of the 3,129,582 cases filed in Texas district, statutory county and constitutional county courts in FY 2025.
| Metric | Childress County | Texas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 658 | 3,129,582 | 0.02% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | +13.6% | +1.8% | Above state |
| Filings per judicial position | ~658 | ~3,610 | 82% below state |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~826 | ~3,472 | 76% below state |
| Criminal share of filings | 65.2% | 42.5% | 22.7 points above state |
| Civil share of filings | 21.1% | 28.9% | 7.7 points below state |
| Family law share of filings | 9.4% | 18.9% | 9.5 points below state |
Its filings grew 13.6% while statewide filings grew 1.8%. Criminal cases make up 65.2% of its filings against 42.5% statewide, and civil cases 21.1% against 28.9%.
Childress County Crime Statistics (2025)
These are the crimes reported to the FBI in 2025 by the 3 law enforcement agencies in Childress County that reported, added together. For the agencies with both years on file, violent crimes rose 8.3% and property crimes fell 8.8% from 2024.
13
Violent crimes in Childress County, 2025
31
Property crimes in Childress County, 2025
195.7
Violent crime rate per 100K, Childress County, 2025
-4.3%
Change in total reported crimes vs 2024 (46 to 44)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 0 | 0.0 | ~0 | ~0.0% |
| Rape | 2 | 30.1 | ~2 | ~+0.0% |
| Robbery | 1 | 15.1 | ~1 | ~+0.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 10 | 150.5 | ~9 | ~+11.1% |
| Violent crimes total | 13 | 195.7 | ~12 | ~+8.3% |
| Burglary | 5 | 75.3 | ~5 | ~+0.0% |
| Larceny-theft | 20 | 301.1 | ~22 | ~-9.1% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 6 | 90.3 | ~7 | ~-14.3% |
| Property crimes total | 31 | 466.7 | ~34 | ~-8.8% |
Childress County's violent crime rate of 195.7 per 100K is below the Texas rate of 346.3, and its property crime rate of 466.7 is below the state's 1,790.2.
Childress County Courthouse Locations
Childress County court proceedings are held at the Childress County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Childress County Courthouse | 100 Avenue E NW, Childress, TX 79201 | (940) 937-6143 | See location page |
Addresses and phone numbers come from public directory listings and may change, so confirm them with the clerk before you visit.
Which Court Handles Your Case in Childress County?
Cases in Childress County, Texas are heard by justice courts, municipal courts, the county court or a county court at law, and the district court, depending on the type of case.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | Childress County Justice of the Peace Court or the city municipal court | Fine-only traffic offenses go to a justice or municipal court, depending on where the ticket was issued. |
| Parking ticket | City municipal court or the city or agency that issued the ticket | Parking citations are handled by the issuing city or agency. |
| Misdemeanor | County Court of Childress County or County Court at Law | Class A and B misdemeanors are heard here; Class C fine-only offenses go to justice or municipal court. |
| Felony | Childress County District Court | Felony cases are tried in district court after grand jury indictment. |
| DUI | County Court of Childress County or County Court at Law | DWI misdemeanors are usually heard here; felony DWI goes to district court. |
| Domestic violence | County Court of Childress County or County Court at Law, or District Court | Charges are heard as misdemeanors or felonies; protective orders are handled by district or county courts at law. |
| Civil lawsuit | County Court of Childress County at Law or District Court | The court depends on the amount in dispute; federal claims go to the U.S. District Court. |
| Small claims | Childress County Justice of the Peace Court | Justice courts hear small claims cases within their dollar limit. |
| Eviction | Childress County Justice of the Peace Court | Eviction suits are filed in the justice court for the precinct where the property is located. |
| Divorce | Childress County District Court | Family matters are heard in district court, sometimes a dedicated family district court. |
| Child custody or support | Childress County District Court | The Attorney General's Child Support Division may also be involved in support cases. |
| Probate or estate | County Court of Childress County or Probate Court | Estates are handled by the county court, a statutory probate court, or a county court at law. |
| Juvenile case | Childress County Juvenile Board and County or District Court | Juvenile matters are handled by the juvenile court designated for the county. |
| Appeal | Court of Appeals for the district covering Childress County | Appeals from trial courts go to the intermediate Court of Appeals; federal matters go to the U.S. District Court. |
Are Childress County Court Records Public?
Yes, court records in Childress County are generally open to the public, with exceptions set by state law and court rules.
Public records
Court records are generally open under the Texas Public Information Act (Government Code chapter 552) and court public-access rules.
Restricted or confidential records
Some records are restricted by law or court order, so check with the clerk before you request a sealed or confidential file.
Online access
re:SearchTX is a statewide case search that requires registration. It is a subscription product with pricing, and its results are not official court records.
In-person access
Visit the district or county clerk's office that keeps your case type to view or request records.
Fees
The clerk's office sets any fees for copies, so ask the clerk before you request records.
How to Search Childress County Court Records Online
Case information for Childress County courts is available through statewide and county clerk portals, but coverage differs by court and case type.
- Identify your case type (criminal, traffic, civil, family, probate, or juvenile).
- Pick the official portal that covers that court and county.
- Search by party name or case number.
- Review the case details, parties, and scheduled hearings.
- Contact the clerk to request documents that are not available online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | re:SearchTX for district-level cases, or the Childress County District Clerk portal | Case index and status for many district court criminal cases, depending on county. | Statewide coverage of criminal cases is not guaranteed; some counties use their own system. Documents may require a fee or the clerk. |
| Traffic | The city municipal court or Childress County Justice of the Peace Court website | Ticket status and payment options where the court offers them. | Not part of the general statewide portal; availability depends on the court. |
| Civil | re:SearchTX or the Childress County District or County Clerk portal | Civil case index, parties, and docket entries for participating courts. | Some documents require registration, a fee, or a request to the clerk. |
| Small claims | Childress County Justice of the Peace Court | Contact the court for case status and filings. | Small claims are not generally searchable in the statewide portal. |
| Family law | re:SearchTX or the Childress County District Clerk | Family case index and status where available. | Sealed, confidential, and protected records are not public online. |
| Probate | re:SearchTX or the Childress County Clerk | Probate case index and filing information where available. | Document access varies; request copies from the clerk if not online. |
| Juvenile | Childress County Juvenile Probation Department or District Clerk | Juvenile matters are generally confidential. | Juvenile records are not available through public online search. |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Childress County
This page does not list a statewide online fine payment system, so contact the court named on your citation to learn which payment methods it accepts.
Ask the court or clerk for Childress County which payment methods it accepts for your case, and confirm any amount due before you pay.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued the ticket, not by a district or county court.
Childress County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Childress County court records?
Start with re:SearchTX, a subscription search that requires registration. For records it does not show, contact the district or county clerk.
Are Childress County court records public?
Generally yes, under the Texas Public Information Act and court public-access rules, but some records are restricted by law or court order.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by the defendant's full name on re:SearchTX, or contact the district or county clerk with the name and approximate dates.
How do I find a court date?
Check your citation or notice first, then contact the court clerk named on your paperwork.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
This page does not list a statewide online payment system, so contact the court named on your citation to learn which payment methods it accepts.
How many cases are filed in Childress County each year?
The district courts recorded 313 total cases added in FY 2024 (September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2024), with 135 disposed.
What is the most common type of case?
The published county figures combine all district court case types, so the most common type cannot be stated from them.
Is crime in Texas rising or falling?
County crime counts are not available here. Statewide, reported violent crimes fell 11.3% to 109,812 in 2025 from 123,736 in 2024, and property crimes fell 11.6% to 570,196 from 644,662, as reported to the FBI. These are Texas statewide figures, and reporting coverage changed between years.
Useful Links
- Childress County Clerk - Access official records, marriage licenses, probate records, and legal filings through the Childress County Clerk's office.
- Texas Judicial Branch - Comprehensive resources and information on the Texas court system, including court locations and legal resources.
- Texas Attorney General - Offers legal opinions, consumer protection information, and child support services across Texas, including Childress County.
- Texas Department of Public Safety - Provides criminal history records and background checks statewide, including the Childress area, through a secure online portal.
- State Bar of Texas - Legal resources, attorney directory, and professional services supporting legal processes available in Texas, including Childress County.
- Texas State Law Library - Court & Legal Research - A guide for individuals seeking to research court cases and legal information specific to Texas law.
- Texas Law Help - Free legal information and resources for Texans, particularly those handling their own legal matters in Childress County.
- Childress County Appraisal District - Property search, tax records, and appraisal information for Childress County, essential for legal and court procedures.
- Child Support in Texas - Guidelines and services offered by the Attorney General's office specifically related to child support matters across Texas.
- Texas Court Help - A guide providing easy-to-understand instructions on navigating the Texas court system, including dealing with rural courts.
- Helpful Texas Court Resources - Quick access to vital information and services offered by the Texas court system, assisting users effectively.
- Texas Association of Counties - Resources for understanding the roles and duties of counties within Texas including Childress County's judicial functions.
- Texas Court Forms - Access necessary forms for Texas court proceedings, provided directly by the Texas Judicial System.
- Texas Justice Court Training Center - Training and resources for justices of the peace, emphasizing court services and responsibilities in Texas counties.
- Texas Crime Records Service - Crime records service providing public access to crime statistics and criminal history records across Texas.
- Texas Juvenile Court - Handles matters involving juvenile offenses, ensuring fairness and upholding laws concerning youthful offenders in Texas.
- Texas Justice of the Peace Courts - Overview and information about JP courts, focusing on minor offenses and small claims, crucial for local justice.
- Texas Bar CLE - Continuing legal education resources for attorneys practicing in Texas, enhancing skills and legal understanding.
- Texas Legal Research at UH - Univesity of Houston’s comprehensive repository of Texas legal research resources for law students and practitioners.
- Texas Vital Statistics - Provides access to vital records such as birth, death, marriage, and divorce records essential for legal proceedings.
Table of Contents
- Childress County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Childress County Court Records
- Childress County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Childress County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Childress County?
- How Does Childress County Compare With Texas Overall?
- Childress County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Childress County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Childress County?
- Are Childress County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Childress County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Childress County
- Childress County Court Records FAQ
- Useful Links