Montague County, TX Courts and Public Records
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The district courts in Montague County have general jurisdiction, and county-level courts handle other case types. The District Clerk keeps district court records, and the County Clerk keeps county court records.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Records Kept By | District Clerk (district courts) and County Clerk (county courts) |
| District Clerk | Robin Woods, (940) 894-2571 |
| County Clerk | Kim Jones, (940) 894-2461 |
| Court Type | District courts (general jurisdiction) and county courts |
| Online Case Search | re:SearchTX (statewide subscription search) |
How to Search Montague County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search Montague County court records.
Online
Go to re:SearchTX to search statewide court records.
Expect registration and pricing, since it is a subscription vendor product.
Search by name or case number, then confirm details with the clerk.
Best for: Statewide lookups by name or case number
In Person
Go to the District Clerk or County Clerk office for court records.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Call (940) 894-2571 to confirm the location before you visit.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Phone
Call the District Clerk at (940) 894-2571 for district court records.
Call the County Clerk at (940) 894-2461 for county court records.
Ask the clerk what details to have ready before you call.
Best for: Quick questions about a specific case
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
Montague County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
Montague County's district, statutory county and constitutional county courts added 1,184 cases in FY 2025, including probate, guardianship and mental health filings. The courts disposed of 989 cases, and total filings rose 46.5% from FY 2024.
1,184
Total cases added in FY 2025
989
Total cases disposed in FY 2025
~1,184
Filings per judicial position (~1 positions)
+46.5%
Change in total filings vs FY 2024 (808 to 1,184)
| Metric | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 1,184 | 808 | +46.5% |
| Total Dispositions | 989 | 701 | +41.1% |
| Criminal Filings | 528 | 231 | +128.6% |
| Civil Filings | 344 | 249 | +38.2% |
| Family Law Filings | 199 | 215 | -7.4% |
| Probate Filings | 105 | 103 | +1.9% |
| Mental Health Filings | 2 | 0 | +2 cases |
| Juvenile Filings | 6 | 10 | -40.0% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~1 | ~1 | ~0.0% |
Criminal filings drove the change in FY 2025, rising by 297 cases.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Montague County?
This table shows Montague 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 | 1,184 | 989 | +46.5% |
| FY 2024 | 808 | 701 | -13.8% |
| FY 2023 | 937 | 1,000 | -9.2% |
| FY 2022 | 1,032 | 1,013 | -0.1% |
| FY 2021 | 1,033 | 997 | -8.7% |
Total filings rose 14.6% between FY 2021 and FY 2025, from 1,033 to 1,184. The largest annual change was +46.5% in FY 2025. The latest change of +46.5% was led by criminal filings, which rose by 297 cases.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Montague County?
Criminal cases are the largest category in Montague County, at 44.6% of filings in FY 2025.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2025 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 528 | 44.6% | +128.6% |
| Civil | 344 | 29.1% | +38.2% |
| Family law | 199 | 16.8% | -7.4% |
| Probate | 105 | 8.9% | +1.9% |
| Mental health | 2 | 0.2% | +2 cases |
| Juvenile | 6 | 0.5% | -40.0% |
Criminal cases grew the fastest at +128.6%, while juvenile cases fell the most at -40.0%.
How Does Montague County Compare With Texas Overall?
Montague County accounted for 0.04% of the 3,129,582 cases filed in Texas district, statutory county and constitutional county courts in FY 2025.
| Metric | Montague County | Texas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 1,184 | 3,129,582 | 0.04% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | +46.5% | +1.8% | Above state |
| Filings per judicial position | ~1,184 | ~3,610 | 67% below state |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~989 | ~3,472 | 72% below state |
| Criminal share of filings | 44.6% | 42.5% | 2.1 points above state |
| Civil share of filings | 29.1% | 28.9% | 0.2 points above state |
| Family law share of filings | 16.8% | 18.9% | 2.1 points below state |
Its filings grew 46.5% while statewide filings grew 1.8%. Criminal cases make up 44.6% of its filings against 42.5% statewide, and civil cases 29.1% against 28.9%.
Montague County Crime Statistics (2025)
These are the crimes reported to the FBI in 2025 by the 2 law enforcement agencies in Montague County that reported, added together. For the agencies with both years on file, violent crimes fell 27.5% and property crimes rose 6.1% from 2024.
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Violent crimes in Montague County, 2025
173
Property crimes in Montague County, 2025
132.0
Violent crime rate per 100K, Montague County, 2025
-0.5%
Change in total reported crimes vs 2024 (203 to 202)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 0 | 0.0 | ~0 | ~0.0% |
| Rape | 6 | 27.3 | ~8 | ~-25.0% |
| Robbery | 1 | 4.6 | ~2 | ~-50.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 22 | 100.2 | ~30 | ~-26.7% |
| Violent crimes total | 29 | 132.0 | ~40 | ~-27.5% |
| Burglary | 57 | 259.5 | ~54 | ~+5.6% |
| Larceny-theft | 101 | 459.8 | ~95 | ~+6.3% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 15 | 68.3 | ~14 | ~+7.1% |
| Property crimes total | 173 | 787.6 | ~163 | ~+6.1% |
Montague County's violent crime rate of 132.0 per 100K is below the Texas rate of 346.3, and its property crime rate of 787.6 is below the state's 1,790.2.
Montague County Courthouse Locations
Montague County court proceedings are held at the Montague County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montague County Courthouse | 101 E Franklin Street, Montague, TX 76251 | (940) 894-2571 | 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 Montague County?
Texas has district courts, county courts, justice courts, and municipal courts, so the right court depends on the case type.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic ticket | The court named on your citation | The court listed on your citation handles the case. |
| Parking ticket | The agency that issued the ticket | Parking tickets are handled by the issuing agency, not the court. |
| Misdemeanor | Justice court or county court | The court depends on the charge, so check your paperwork. |
| Felony | District court | The District Clerk keeps district court records. |
| Civil lawsuit | District court or county court | The amount and claim type decide the court; the clerk can confirm. |
| Small claims | Justice court | Small claims cases are generally filed in justice court. |
| Eviction | Justice court | Eviction cases are generally filed in justice court. |
| Divorce | District court | The District Clerk keeps district court records. |
| Child custody or support | District court | The District Clerk keeps district court records. |
| Probate or estate | County court | The County Clerk keeps county court records. |
| Federal case | U.S. District Court for Texas | Federal cases are not handled by county or district courts. |
| Appeal | Texas courts of appeals | Appeals go to one of the state's 15 courts of appeals. |
Are Montague County Court Records Public?
Yes, most court records in Montague County are public, with exceptions set by Texas law and court rules. The Texas Public Information Act (Government Code chapter 552) and court public-access rules generally make court records open.
Public records
Most case files kept by the District Clerk and County Clerk are open for inspection, subject to the exceptions below.
Restricted or confidential records
Records made confidential by law or sealed by a court are not available to the public. Ask the clerk which records are restricted before you request them.
Online access
A statewide search at re:SearchTX covers records from many courts, but it is a subscription vendor product with registration and pricing. Not every document is online, and online results are not official court records.
In-person access
Visit or call the District Clerk for district court records and the County Clerk for county court records. Call (940) 894-2571 or (940) 894-2461 to confirm where your case is filed.
How to Search Montague County Court Records Online
Use re:SearchTX to search Montague County cases online, and ask the clerk for documents that are not available there.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, traffic, civil, small claims, family law, probate, or juvenile.
- Open re:SearchTX for a statewide search by name or case number.
- Note the case number from the results and review the case details.
- Confirm details with the clerk, since search results are not official court records.
- Contact the District Clerk or County Clerk to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | re:SearchTX | Case information and docket entries | Confirm with the clerk; documents may require a request |
| Traffic | re:SearchTX | Case information | Confirm where a traffic case is filed with the clerk named on the citation |
| Civil | re:SearchTX | Case information | Documents may require a request to the clerk |
| Small claims | re:SearchTX | Case information | Small claims cases are generally filed in justice court |
| Family law | re:SearchTX | Case information | Sealed or confidential details are restricted |
| Probate | County Clerk, (940) 894-2461 | Probate records kept by the County Clerk | Confirm search options by phone |
| Juvenile | District Clerk, (940) 894-2571 | Case information through the clerk | Juvenile proceedings are generally closed to the public |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Montague County
Fines and citations are paid to the office or court that handles the case, and the clerk can confirm which options apply.
- Phone: Call the District Clerk at (940) 894-2571 or the County Clerk at (940) 894-2461 to ask which payments they accept for your case.
Parking tickets are paid to the agency that issued them, not to the court.
Montague County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Montague County court records?
Use re:SearchTX for a statewide search by name or case number, or call the District Clerk at (940) 894-2571 or the County Clerk at (940) 894-2461.
Are Montague County court records public?
Yes, most are, under the Texas Public Information Act and court public-access rules, but sealed and confidential records are restricted.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name or case number at re:SearchTX, then confirm the case with the District Clerk at (940) 894-2571 or the County Clerk at (940) 894-2461.
How do I find a court date?
Check your citation or notice for the scheduled date, then call the clerk for the court listed on your paperwork.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Call the clerk for the court named on your citation to ask which payment options apply.
How many cases are filed in Montague County each year?
District courts in Montague County added 576 cases in FY 2024, the most recent year published for the county.
What is the most common case type?
Family law cases were the largest category in FY 2024, with 215 of the 576 cases added (37.3%).
What is the crime trend in Texas?
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
- Montague County Clerk - Official Site : Access official public records, such as property and court records, from the Montague County Clerk's office.
- Montague County District Clerk : Find resources related to district court cases, filings, and procedures in Montague County, Texas.
- Montague County Justice Courts : Provides information on justice courts, including contacts, jurisdiction, and case handling processes in Montague County.
- Texas Judicial Branch Home | Texas Judicial Branch : Explore comprehensive resources on the Texas court system and its services, including judicial procedures statewide.
- Office of Court Administration Public Information : Gain access to statewide court statistics, reports, and public information by the Texas Office of Court Administration.
- Child Support Division | Office of the Attorney General : Obtain guidance and resources for handling child support cases in Texas, includes legal aid and case filing assistance.
- TexasLawHelp.org - Providing Free and Reliable Legal Information : A non-profit resource offering free legal information and self-help documents for Texas residents and legal practitioners.
- Supreme Court of the United States - Opinions : Review opinions and case announcements affecting Texas and other states issued by the United States Supreme Court.
- State Records - Texas : Search public records for Texas, including court, inmate, and vital records using this comprehensive state resource.
- Texas Court of Appeals, Eighth District : Find appellate court resources, opinions, and procedural information servicing Montague County and surrounding regions.
- Texas Legal Research Guide | FindLaw : Discover various legal resources, case laws, and statutes relevant to Texas from FindLaw's comprehensive legal repository.
- Montague County, Texas Free Public Records Directory : Access a wide range of public records for Montague County including court, property, and official documents.
- Texas Court Records & Case Information - Texas State Law Library : Get guidance on locating court records in Texas, with detailed instructions and links to court websites.
- National Association for Court Management (NACM) : Gain insights into court management practices and standards from the leading association for court professionals.
- National Legal Aid & Defender Association : Provides resources and support for legal aid practitioners and organizations serving low-income communities in Texas.
- National Center for State Courts : Explore resources offered to help improve judicial administration and court operations throughout the United States.
- Civil Court Costs - Montague County : Overview of costs associated with filing, recording, and processing civil court cases in Montague County.
- Montague County Case & Jail Records Inquiry : Search for jail records and case details through the online inquiry system provided by Montague County.
- Texas Association of Counties : Stay informed on local government initiatives and resources that impact counties, including Montague, across Texas.
- Texas Lawyers Help : Support resource for lawyers offering legal services in Texas; includes training, tools, and legal document templates.
Table of Contents
- Montague County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Montague County Court Records
- Montague County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Montague County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Montague County?
- How Does Montague County Compare With Texas Overall?
- Montague County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Montague County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Montague County?
- Are Montague County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Montague County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Montague County
- Montague County Court Records FAQ
- Useful Links