Milam County, TX Courts and Public Records
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Milam County district court records are kept by the District Clerk, and county court records are kept by the County Clerk. Contact details for each office are listed below.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| District Clerk | Karen Berry, (254) 697-7052 |
| County Clerk | Jodi Morgan, (254) 697-7049 |
| Statewide Case Search | re:SearchTX, a subscription search service with registration and pricing |
How to Search Milam County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search Milam County court records.
Online
Go to re:SearchTX to search statewide court records.
Register and review the pricing before you search.
Search by name or case number, then open the case summary.
Best for: Statewide lookups by name or case number
In Person
Go to the District Clerk or County Clerk at the Milam County courthouse.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Call (254) 697-7052 to confirm the office and its address before you visit.
Best for: Records and copies you cannot get online
By Phone
Call the District Clerk at (254) 697-7052 for district court records.
Call the County Clerk at (254) 697-7049 for county court records.
Ask which details the clerk needs to find your case.
Best for: Confirming a case and its court
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
Milam County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
Milam County's district, statutory county and constitutional county courts added 1,645 cases in FY 2025, including probate, guardianship and mental health filings. The courts disposed of 1,925 cases, and total filings fell 3.7% from FY 2024.
1,645
Total cases added in FY 2025
1,925
Total cases disposed in FY 2025
~822
Filings per judicial position (~2 positions)
-3.7%
Change in total filings vs FY 2024 (1,709 to 1,645)
| Metric | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 1,645 | 1,709 | -3.7% |
| Total Dispositions | 1,925 | 1,774 | +8.5% |
| Criminal Filings | 872 | 868 | +0.5% |
| Civil Filings | 364 | 433 | -15.9% |
| Family Law Filings | 269 | 258 | +4.3% |
| Probate Filings | 98 | 115 | -14.8% |
| Mental Health Filings | 0 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | 42 | 35 | +20.0% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~2 | ~2 | ~0.0% |
Civil filings drove the change in FY 2025, falling by 69 cases.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Milam County?
This table shows Milam 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 | 1,645 | 1,925 | -3.7% |
| FY 2024 | 1,709 | 1,774 | -14.4% |
| FY 2023 | 1,996 | 2,123 | -1.7% |
| FY 2022 | 2,030 | 1,751 | -9.7% |
| FY 2021 | 2,249 | 1,740 | +3.9% |
Total filings fell 26.9% between FY 2021 and FY 2025, from 2,249 to 1,645. The largest annual change was -14.4% in FY 2024. The latest change of -3.7% was led by civil filings, which fell by 69 cases.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Milam County?
Criminal cases are the largest category in Milam County, at 53.0% of filings in FY 2025.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2025 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 872 | 53.0% | +0.5% |
| Civil | 364 | 22.1% | -15.9% |
| Family law | 269 | 16.4% | +4.3% |
| Probate | 98 | 6.0% | -14.8% |
| Mental health | 0 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Juvenile | 42 | 2.6% | +20.0% |
Juvenile cases grew the fastest at +20.0%, while civil cases fell the most at -15.9%.
How Does Milam County Compare With Texas Overall?
Milam County accounted for 0.05% of the 3,129,582 cases filed in Texas district, statutory county and constitutional county courts in FY 2025.
| Metric | Milam County | Texas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 1,645 | 3,129,582 | 0.05% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | -3.7% | +1.8% | Below state |
| Filings per judicial position | ~822 | ~3,610 | 77% below state |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~962 | ~3,472 | 72% below state |
| Criminal share of filings | 53.0% | 42.5% | 10.5 points above state |
| Civil share of filings | 22.1% | 28.9% | 6.7 points below state |
| Family law share of filings | 16.4% | 18.9% | 2.6 points below state |
Its filings fell 3.7% while statewide filings grew 1.8%. Criminal cases make up 53.0% of its filings against 42.5% statewide, and civil cases 22.1% against 28.9%.
Milam County Crime Statistics (2025)
These are the crimes reported to the FBI in 2025 by the 7 law enforcement agencies in Milam County that reported, added together. For the agencies with both years on file, violent crimes fell 46.5% and property crimes fell 19.3% from 2024.
46
Violent crimes in Milam County, 2025
163
Property crimes in Milam County, 2025
175.2
Violent crime rate per 100K, Milam County, 2025
-27.4%
Change in total reported crimes vs 2024 (288 to 209)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 3.8 | ~2 | ~-50.0% |
| Rape | 7 | 26.7 | ~13 | ~-46.2% |
| Robbery | 1 | 3.8 | ~2 | ~-50.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 37 | 140.9 | ~69 | ~-46.4% |
| Violent crimes total | 46 | 175.2 | ~86 | ~-46.5% |
| Burglary | 54 | 205.7 | ~67 | ~-19.4% |
| Larceny-theft | 92 | 350.4 | ~114 | ~-19.3% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 17 | 64.7 | ~21 | ~-19.0% |
| Property crimes total | 163 | 620.8 | ~202 | ~-19.3% |
Milam County's violent crime rate of 175.2 per 100K is below the Texas rate of 346.3, and its property crime rate of 620.8 is below the state's 1,790.2.
Milam County Courthouse Locations
Milam County court proceedings are held at the Milam County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milam County Courthouse | 102 S Fannin Ave, Cameron, TX 76520 | 254-697-7052 | 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 Milam County?
Cases in Milam 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 | Milam 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 Milam 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 | Milam County District Court | Felony cases are tried in district court after grand jury indictment. |
| DUI | County Court of Milam County or County Court at Law | DWI misdemeanors are usually heard here; felony DWI goes to district court. |
| Domestic violence | County Court of Milam 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 Milam 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 | Milam County Justice of the Peace Court | Justice courts hear small claims cases within their dollar limit. |
| Eviction | Milam County Justice of the Peace Court | Eviction suits are filed in the justice court for the precinct where the property is located. |
| Divorce | Milam County District Court | Family matters are heard in district court, sometimes a dedicated family district court. |
| Child custody or support | Milam County District Court | The Attorney General's Child Support Division may also be involved in support cases. |
| Probate or estate | County Court of Milam County or Probate Court | Estates are handled by the county court, a statutory probate court, or a county court at law. |
| Juvenile case | Milam 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 Milam County | Appeals from trial courts go to the intermediate Court of Appeals; federal matters go to the U.S. District Court. |
Texas trial courts include district courts, which have general jurisdiction, and county courts at law, statutory county courts, constitutional county courts, justice courts, and municipal courts. The District Clerk keeps district court records, and the County Clerk keeps county court records. Call the clerk that holds your case type to confirm which court handles your matter: District Clerk (254) 697-7052 or County Clerk (254) 697-7049.
Are Milam County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Milam County court records are generally open to the public under the Texas Public Information Act (Government Code chapter 552), but records that a law or court order makes confidential are restricted.
Public records
Most district and county court records are generally open to inspection, and the clerk can help you request copies.
Restricted or confidential records
Records that a law or court order makes confidential are not available to the public. Ask the clerk which records apply to your case.
Online access
re:SearchTX is a statewide search service with registration and pricing. Confirm results with the clerk before you rely on them.
In-person access
Visit the District Clerk or County Clerk at the Milam County courthouse to view or request records. Call (254) 697-7052 for district court records or (254) 697-7049 for county court records to confirm which office holds your case.
How to Search Milam County Court Records Online
Case information for Milam 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 Milam 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 Milam 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 Milam 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 | Milam 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 Milam County District Clerk | Family case index and status where available. | Sealed, confidential, and protected records are not public online. |
| Probate | re:SearchTX or the Milam County Clerk | Probate case index and filing information where available. | Document access varies; request copies from the clerk if not online. |
| Juvenile | Milam County Juvenile Probation Department or District Clerk | Juvenile matters are generally confidential. | Juvenile records are not available through public online search. |
Use the statewide search service and the clerk's offices to look up Milam County court records by case type.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, civil, family law, or juvenile.
- Open re:SearchTX, the statewide search service with registration and pricing.
- Search by party name or case number, and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case details, and confirm them with the clerk.
- Call the District Clerk at (254) 697-7052 or the County Clerk at (254) 697-7049 to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| All case types | re:SearchTX | Case search results | Registration and pricing apply; ask the clerk for documents not online |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Milam County
No online payment page for Milam County is listed here, and no statewide online fine payment option was found.
To ask which payment methods apply to your ticket or case, call the County Clerk at (254) 697-7049, or call the District Clerk at (254) 697-7052 for district court cases.
Milam County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Milam County court records?
Search statewide records on re:SearchTX, a subscription service with registration and pricing, or call the District Clerk at (254) 697-7052 or the County Clerk at (254) 697-7049.
Are Milam County court records public?
Most court records are generally open under the Texas Public Information Act, but records that a law or court order makes confidential are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name on re:SearchTX, or call the District Clerk at (254) 697-7052 for district court cases or the County Clerk at (254) 697-7049 for county court cases.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket or notice first, then call the clerk that holds your case at (254) 697-7052 (District Clerk) or (254) 697-7049 (County Clerk).
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
No online payment page for Milam County is listed here. Call the County Clerk at (254) 697-7049 to ask which payment options apply to your ticket.
How many cases are filed in Milam County each year?
District courts in Milam County added 1,187 cases in fiscal year 2024 (September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2024).
What is the most common type of case?
Criminal cases, at 525 of the 1,187 cases added in FY 2024, or 44.2%.
Is crime in Milam County 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.
Courts in the County
Milam County District CourtMore Info
| Address: | 102 S. Fannin Ave, Cameron, TX, 76520 |
| Phone Number: | 254-697-7010 |
| Fax: | 254-697-7012 |
| Website: | https://www.milamcounty.net/page/milam.distclerk |
Useful Links
- Milam County, Texas - Official County Government Website The official source for Milam County government information, provides details on county offices, services, public notices, and announcements.
- Milam County District Clerk Access court records, legal filings, forms, and fee information through the District Clerk's Office for civil and criminal cases.
- Milam County Clerk Provides vital records, real property records, probate, and other services offered by the County Clerk’s Office in Milam County.
- Texas Judicial Branch Comprehensive resource for Texas court system including court structure, rules, forms, and directories for statewide judiciary details.
- Case Search - Texas Judicial Branch Online search tool for accessing case information from Texas appellate courts, including opinions and court activity records.
- Texas Attorney General Provides resources on child support, consumer protection, and legal resources, representing public interests in court and advice.
- Texas Court Rules & Forms Find necessary legal forms and up-to-date court rules for preparing and filing court documents across Texas jurisdictions.
- Victim Support Assistance and resources for crime victims, offering guidance on court processes and accessing justice related services in Texas.
- Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas A non-profit organization that provides free legal assistance to low-income clients in civil matters throughout Texas, including Milam County.
- Texas Law Help A resource for free and reliable legal information and assistance for low-income Texans on various legal issues and court proceedings.
- Office of the Attorney General - Child Support Division Information and services regarding child support including applications, payment resources, and information about enforcement procedures.
- Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) Offers training, resources, and tools for Texas prosecutors, law enforcement, and attorneys handling court cases in Texas.
- Guides at Texas State Law Library Research aids and guides on Texas legal topics, aimed at helping navigate Texas law and court procedures for laypersons and professionals.
- Texas State Law Library Self-Help Self-help resources available to individuals representing themselves in legal proceedings without a lawyer in the Texas court system.
- Texas Young Lawyers Association (TYLA) Offers public resources and outreach programs related to legal rights, responsibilities, and processes within the state of Texas.
- Texas Access to Justice Foundation Aims to provide access to justice for the underserved through funding and support for legal aid across Texas.
- LegalZoom Online Legal Services Enables individuals and small businesses to create legal documents and access attorney advice online for various legal matters.
- National Association of Immigration Judges (NAIJ) Represents immigration judges and offers insights into immigration courts, rules, and procedures related to Texas jurisdictions.
- LawHelp Interactive Provides access to interactive legal forms and resources for those representing themselves, including in Texas courts.
- FindLaw Texas Laws and Legal Information A comprehensive tool for finding legal information, attorney listings, and understanding various Texas laws and court procedures.
Table of Contents
- Milam County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Milam County Court Records
- Milam County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Milam County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Milam County?
- How Does Milam County Compare With Texas Overall?
- Milam County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Milam County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Milam County?
- Are Milam County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Milam County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Milam County
- Milam County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links