Kenedy County, TX Courts and Public Records
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The District Clerk and County Clerk of Kenedy County keep the court records for the county. Use the contacts below to ask about case files, court dates, and records requests.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| District Clerk | Vela, Veronica |
| District Clerk Phone | (361) 294-5220 |
| County Clerk | Vela, Veronica |
| County Clerk Phone | (361) 294-5220 |
How to Search Kenedy County Court Records
Have the person's full name, a case number if you have one, and approximate dates ready before you search Kenedy County court records.
Online
Go to re:SearchTX to search statewide court records.
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In Person
Call (361) 294-5220 to confirm the office address and hours.
Bring the person's full name and any case number you have.
Ask the clerk which records are available at the counter.
Best for: Records the clerk must pull for you
By Phone
Call the District Clerk at (361) 294-5220.
Ask which records the office can look up for you.
Confirm what the clerk needs before you call.
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Search by Name on TXCourts.org
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Kenedy County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
Kenedy County's district, statutory county and constitutional county courts added 416 cases in FY 2025, including probate, guardianship and mental health filings. The courts disposed of 552 cases, and total filings fell 30.1% from FY 2024.
416
Total cases added in FY 2025
552
Total cases disposed in FY 2025
~416
Filings per judicial position (~1 positions)
-30.1%
Change in total filings vs FY 2024 (595 to 416)
| Metric | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 416 | 595 | -30.1% |
| Total Dispositions | 552 | 392 | +40.8% |
| Criminal Filings | 372 | 577 | -35.5% |
| Civil Filings | 42 | 15 | +180.0% |
| Family Law Filings | 2 | 1 | +100.0% |
| Probate Filings | 0 | 2 | -100.0% |
| Mental Health Filings | 0 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | 0 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~1 | ~1 | ~0.0% |
Criminal filings drove the change in FY 2025, falling by 205 cases.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Kenedy County?
This table shows Kenedy 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 | 416 | 552 | -30.1% |
| FY 2024 | 595 | 392 | -6.4% |
| FY 2023 | 636 | 271 | +128.8% |
| FY 2022 | 278 | 197 | +13.5% |
| FY 2021 | 245 | 83 | +52.2% |
Total filings rose 69.8% between FY 2021 and FY 2025, from 245 to 416. The largest annual change was +128.8% in FY 2023. The latest change of -30.1% was led by criminal filings, which fell by 205 cases.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Kenedy County?
Criminal cases are the largest category in Kenedy County, at 89.4% of filings in FY 2025.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2025 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 372 | 89.4% | -35.5% |
| Civil | 42 | 10.1% | +180.0% |
| Family law | 2 | 0.5% | +100.0% |
| Probate | 0 | 0.0% | -100.0% |
| Mental health | 0 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Juvenile | 0 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Civil cases grew the fastest at +180.0%, while criminal cases fell the most at -35.5%.
How Does Kenedy County Compare With Texas Overall?
Kenedy County accounted for 0.01% of the 3,129,582 cases filed in Texas district, statutory county and constitutional county courts in FY 2025.
| Metric | Kenedy County | Texas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 416 | 3,129,582 | 0.01% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | -30.1% | +1.8% | Below state |
| Filings per judicial position | ~416 | ~3,610 | 88% below state |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~552 | ~3,472 | 84% below state |
| Criminal share of filings | 89.4% | 42.5% | 46.9 points above state |
| Civil share of filings | 10.1% | 28.9% | 18.8 points below state |
| Family law share of filings | 0.5% | 18.9% | 18.4 points below state |
Its filings fell 30.1% while statewide filings grew 1.8%. Criminal cases make up 89.4% of its filings against 42.5% statewide, and civil cases 10.1% against 28.9%.
Kenedy County Crime Statistics (2025)
These are the crimes reported to the FBI in 2025 by the Kenedy County Sheriff's Office. No 2024 comparison is shown because the agencies did not report a full set of 2024 data.
0
Violent crimes in Kenedy County, 2025
3
Property crimes in Kenedy County, 2025
0.0
Violent crime rate per 100K, Kenedy County, 2025
n/a
Change in total reported crimes vs 2024 (2024 not fully reported)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 0 | 0.0 | ~0 | ~0.0% |
| Rape | 0 | 0.0 | ~0 | ~0.0% |
| Robbery | 0 | 0.0 | ~0 | ~0.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 0 | 0.0 | ~0 | ~0.0% |
| Violent crimes total | 0 | 0.0 | ~0 | ~0.0% |
| Burglary | 1 | 313.5 | ~1 | ~+0.0% |
| Larceny-theft | 1 | 313.5 | ~1 | ~+0.0% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1 | 313.5 | ~1 | ~+0.0% |
| Property crimes total | 3 | 940.4 | ~3 | ~+0.0% |
Kenedy County's violent crime rate of 0.0 per 100K is below the Texas rate of 346.3, and its property crime rate of 940.4 is below the state's 1,790.2.
Kenedy County Courthouse Locations
Kenedy County court proceedings are held at the Kenedy County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenedy County Courthouse | 101 East La Parra Avenue, Sarita, TX 78385 | (361) 294-5220 | 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 Kenedy County?
Cases in Kenedy 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 | Kenedy 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 Kenedy 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 | Kenedy County District Court | Felony cases are tried in district court after grand jury indictment. |
| DUI | County Court of Kenedy County or County Court at Law | DWI misdemeanors are usually heard here; felony DWI goes to district court. |
| Domestic violence | County Court of Kenedy 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 Kenedy 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 | Kenedy County Justice of the Peace Court | Justice courts hear small claims cases within their dollar limit. |
| Eviction | Kenedy County Justice of the Peace Court | Eviction suits are filed in the justice court for the precinct where the property is located. |
| Divorce | Kenedy County District Court | Family matters are heard in district court, sometimes a dedicated family district court. |
| Child custody or support | Kenedy County District Court | The Attorney General's Child Support Division may also be involved in support cases. |
| Probate or estate | County Court of Kenedy County or Probate Court | Estates are handled by the county court, a statutory probate court, or a county court at law. |
| Juvenile case | Kenedy 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 Kenedy County | Appeals from trial courts go to the intermediate Court of Appeals; federal matters go to the U.S. District Court. |
Texas courts are organized into district courts, county courts, justice courts, and municipal courts. District courts keep their records with the District Clerk for Kenedy County, and county court records are kept by the County Clerk.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | District court (general jurisdiction) | Records are kept by the District Clerk at (361) 294-5220. |
| Civil lawsuit | District court (general jurisdiction) | Records are kept by the District Clerk at (361) 294-5220. |
| Traffic ticket | The court named on your ticket | Check the court listed on the citation before you pay or appear. |
| Parking ticket | The agency that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are not handled by the court. |
Are Kenedy County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Kenedy County court records are public, with exceptions for sealed and confidential records. Court records are generally open under the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552, Government Code) and court public-access rules.
Public records
Most court records are open for inspection, and the clerk can help you locate them.
Restricted or confidential records
Sealed records and records that a law or court order makes confidential are not available to the public.
Online access
re:SearchTX is a subscription service that requires registration. It does not show every document, and access depends on the record.
In-person access
Ask the District Clerk at (361) 294-5220 how to view or request records at the office.
How to Search Kenedy County Court Records Online
Case information for Kenedy 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 Kenedy 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 Kenedy 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 Kenedy 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 | Kenedy 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 Kenedy County District Clerk | Family case index and status where available. | Sealed, confidential, and protected records are not public online. |
| Probate | re:SearchTX or the Kenedy County Clerk | Probate case index and filing information where available. | Document access varies; request copies from the clerk if not online. |
| Juvenile | Kenedy County Juvenile Probation Department or District Clerk | Juvenile matters are generally confidential. | Juvenile records are not available through public online search. |
Use the official court contacts to search Kenedy County court records by case type, and ask the clerk for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, civil, family law, or juvenile.
- Open re:SearchTX to search statewide records by name or case number.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case details and note any scheduled dates.
- Call the District Clerk at (361) 294-5220 to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | re:SearchTX | Case information by name or case number | Confirm coverage and documents with the clerk |
| Civil | re:SearchTX | Case information by name or case number | Confirm coverage and documents with the clerk |
| Family law | re:SearchTX | Case information by name or case number | Confirm coverage and documents with the clerk |
| Juvenile | District Clerk, (361) 294-5220 | Case information through the clerk | Juvenile records are restricted |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Kenedy County
Fines and citations for Kenedy County are paid through the court that issued them, and the District Clerk can confirm which payment methods the office accepts.
- Phone: Call the District Clerk at (361) 294-5220 to ask which payment methods the office accepts and what you need to pay.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by the court.
Kenedy County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Kenedy County court records?
Use re:SearchTX to search statewide records by name, or call the District Clerk at (361) 294-5220.
Are court records public?
Court records are generally open under the Texas Public Information Act, but sealed and confidential records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name in re:SearchTX or call the District Clerk at (361) 294-5220 with the defendant's full name.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket or notice, or call the District Clerk at (361) 294-5220 to ask about the scheduled date.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Call the District Clerk at (361) 294-5220 to ask which payment methods the court accepts for your citation.
How many cases are added in Kenedy County each year?
The district courts added 465 cases in FY2024 and disposed of 258.
What is the most common type of case?
Criminal cases made up 98.1% of the 465 cases added in FY2024, with 456 added.
What is the crime trend in the latest year?
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.
Courts in the County
Kenedy County District CourtMore Info
| Address: | 101 Mallory St., Sarita, TX, 78385 |
| Phone Number: | 361-294-5220 |
| Fax: | 361-294-5218 |
| Website: | http://www.co.kenedy.tx.us/page/kenedy.district.clerk |
Useful Links
- Kenedy County, Texas - Official County Government Website - Portal to Kenedy County government services, official records, and department directories including court information.
- Texas Judicial Branch - The state-level portal providing access to Texas Courts' resources, news, and state court system information.
- Texas Department of State Health Services - Vital Statistics - Offers access to certified copies of vital records including birth and death certificates beyond court-related services.
- Office of the Texas Attorney General - Resources about child support, legal opinions, public information act, and crime victim services, aiding legal proceedings.
- State Law Library - Texas - Provides law resources, guides, and tools for researching state statutes, federal laws, and other legal resources.
- Texas Courts - Justice of the Peace Courts - Details the roles and services of JP courts including minor misdemeanor cases and civil lawsuits not exceeding $20,000.
- TJB Search - Case Record Search - Offers a search tool for finding case information from district, county, and appellate courts in Texas.
- Dallas County Case Records - Case Lookup - Part of Texas Online Portal featuring Dallas-specific court records access including criminal, civil, and family cases.
- Texas Courts - Courts of Appeals Procedures - Appellate court processes and procedural rules, including explanations of appellate district court roles in Texas.
- Texas Legislature Online - Offers legislative information including access to bills, statutes, and session laws pivotal for legal research.
- Texas Chapters - American Board of Trial Advocates - Promotes proficiency and civility in advocacy emphasizing the role and importance of the Seventh Amendment.
- Legal Services Corporation - Nation's largest funder of civil legal aid ensuring access to quality legal assistance across America including Texas.
- Texas RioGrande Legal Aid - Non-profit legal aid provider delivering free civil legal services to low-income residents in Texas and elsewhere.
- State Bar of Texas - Encompasses bar membership, legal resources, ethics advice, and more for legal professionals and public assistance.
- Texas Law Help - Free Legal Information and Resources - Provides free and reliable legal information and resources for residents seeking assistance in Texas.
- Texas Juvenile Justice Department - Guides regarding juvenile justice, services, facilities, and community-based programs across Texas including legal contexts.
- Guide to Texas Court Records - Texas State Law Library - Detailed guidance on accessing and understanding court records and archives within Texas judicial system.
- Legal Help Finder - Directory of Legal Assistance - Tool for finding legal aid organizations, assistance, and resources in Texas based on location and legal issue.
- Child Support in Texas - Office of the Attorney General - Information and resources on child support services, application process, and enforcement programs across Texas.
- Texas Access to Justice Commission - Group focusing on ensuring equal legal representation and access to justice for all Texan residents, regardless of income.
Table of Contents
- Kenedy County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Kenedy County Court Records
- Kenedy County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Kenedy County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Kenedy County?
- How Does Kenedy County Compare With Texas Overall?
- Kenedy County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Kenedy County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Kenedy County?
- Are Kenedy County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Kenedy County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Kenedy County
- Kenedy County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links