Tyler County, TX Courts and Public Records
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The district courts of Tyler County, Texas hear civil, family, juvenile, and criminal cases, and the county's clerks keep the court records.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| District Clerk | Crews, Renee. Phone: (409) 283-2162 |
| County Clerk | Gregory, Donece. Phone: (409) 283-2281 |
| Records Kept By | The District Clerk keeps district court records, and the County Clerk keeps county court records. |
| District Court Case Types (FY 2024) | Civil, family, juvenile, and criminal, as published by the Texas Office of Court Administration |
| Statewide Case Search | re:SearchTX (research.txcourts.gov) |
How to Search Tyler County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and the approximate dates ready before you search.
Online
Go to re:SearchTX to search statewide court records.
Registration and pricing apply, since it is a subscription service.
Check the terms on the site before you search.
Best for: Statewide lookups by name or case number
In Person
Visit the District Clerk's office in Tyler County.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them. Call (409) 283-2162 to confirm what to bring.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Phone
Call the District Clerk at (409) 283-2162 about district court records.
Call the County Clerk at (409) 283-2281 about county court records.
Confirm what the clerk needs before you request copies.
Best for: Requests when you cannot visit in person
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
Tyler County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
Tyler County's district, statutory county and constitutional county courts added 1,216 cases in FY 2025, including probate, guardianship and mental health filings. The courts disposed of 1,347 cases, and total filings rose 32.6% from FY 2024.
1,216
Total cases added in FY 2025
1,347
Total cases disposed in FY 2025
~608
Filings per judicial position (~2 positions)
+32.6%
Change in total filings vs FY 2024 (917 to 1,216)
| Metric | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 1,216 | 917 | +32.6% |
| Total Dispositions | 1,347 | 722 | +86.6% |
| Criminal Filings | 607 | 363 | +67.2% |
| Civil Filings | 204 | 192 | +6.2% |
| Family Law Filings | 306 | 259 | +18.1% |
| Probate Filings | 97 | 102 | -4.9% |
| Mental Health Filings | 0 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | 2 | 1 | +100.0% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~2 | ~2 | ~0.0% |
Criminal filings drove the change in FY 2025, rising by 244 cases.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Tyler County?
This table shows Tyler 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 | 1,216 | 1,347 | +32.6% |
| FY 2024 | 917 | 722 | +12.1% |
| FY 2023 | 818 | 701 | +2.6% |
| FY 2022 | 797 | 604 | -23.9% |
| FY 2021 | 1,047 | 798 | +27.5% |
Total filings rose 16.1% between FY 2021 and FY 2025, from 1,047 to 1,216. The largest annual change was +32.6% in FY 2025. The latest change of +32.6% was led by criminal filings, which rose by 244 cases.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Tyler County?
Criminal cases are the largest category in Tyler County, at 49.9% of filings in FY 2025.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2025 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 607 | 49.9% | +67.2% |
| Civil | 204 | 16.8% | +6.2% |
| Family law | 306 | 25.2% | +18.1% |
| Probate | 97 | 8.0% | -4.9% |
| Mental health | 0 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Juvenile | 2 | 0.2% | +100.0% |
Criminal cases grew the fastest at +67.2%, while probate cases fell the most at -4.9%.
How Does Tyler County Compare With Texas Overall?
Tyler 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 | Tyler County | Texas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 1,216 | 3,129,582 | 0.04% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | +32.6% | +1.8% | Above state |
| Filings per judicial position | ~608 | ~3,610 | 83% below state |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~674 | ~3,472 | 81% below state |
| Criminal share of filings | 49.9% | 42.5% | 7.4 points above state |
| Civil share of filings | 16.8% | 28.9% | 12.1 points below state |
| Family law share of filings | 25.2% | 18.9% | 6.3 points above state |
Its filings grew 32.6% while statewide filings grew 1.8%. Criminal cases make up 49.9% of its filings against 42.5% statewide, and civil cases 16.8% against 28.9%.
Tyler County Crime Statistics (2025)
These are the crimes reported to the FBI in 2025 by the 5 law enforcement agencies in Tyler County that reported, added together. For the agencies with both years on file, violent crimes rose 210.0% and property crimes rose 51.4% from 2024.
31
Violent crimes in Tyler County, 2025
112
Property crimes in Tyler County, 2025
151.6
Violent crime rate per 100K, Tyler County, 2025
+70.2%
Change in total reported crimes vs 2024 (84 to 143)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 0 | 0.0 | ~0 | ~0.0% |
| Rape | 10 | 48.9 | ~3 | ~+233.3% |
| Robbery | 0 | 0.0 | ~0 | ~0.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 21 | 102.7 | ~7 | ~+200.0% |
| Violent crimes total | 31 | 151.6 | ~10 | ~+210.0% |
| Burglary | 39 | 190.8 | ~26 | ~+50.0% |
| Larceny-theft | 55 | 269.0 | ~36 | ~+52.8% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 18 | 88.0 | ~12 | ~+50.0% |
| Property crimes total | 112 | 547.9 | ~74 | ~+51.4% |
Tyler County's violent crime rate of 151.6 per 100K is below the Texas rate of 346.3, and its property crime rate of 547.9 is below the state's 1,790.2.
Tyler County Courthouse Locations
Tyler County court proceedings are held at the Tyler County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler County Courthouse | 100 West Bluff, Woodville, TX 75979 | (409) 283-2281 | 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 Tyler County?
Cases in Tyler 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 | Tyler 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 Tyler 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 | Tyler County District Court | Felony cases are tried in district court after grand jury indictment. |
| DUI | County Court of Tyler County or County Court at Law | DWI misdemeanors are usually heard here; felony DWI goes to district court. |
| Domestic violence | County Court of Tyler 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 Tyler 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 | Tyler County Justice of the Peace Court | Justice courts hear small claims cases within their dollar limit. |
| Eviction | Tyler County Justice of the Peace Court | Eviction suits are filed in the justice court for the precinct where the property is located. |
| Divorce | Tyler County District Court | Family matters are heard in district court, sometimes a dedicated family district court. |
| Child custody or support | Tyler County District Court | The Attorney General's Child Support Division may also be involved in support cases. |
| Probate or estate | County Court of Tyler County or Probate Court | Estates are handled by the county court, a statutory probate court, or a county court at law. |
| Juvenile case | Tyler 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 Tyler 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, along with 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 District Clerk at (409) 283-2162 or the County Clerk at (409) 283-2281 to confirm which court holds a case.
Are Tyler County Court Records Public?
Yes, court records in Texas are generally open to the public under the Texas Public Information Act (Government Code chapter 552) and court public-access rules, with exceptions for records restricted by law or court order.
Public records
Court records for Tyler County are generally open to inspection. The District Clerk or County Clerk can confirm which records are open for a specific case.
Restricted or confidential records
Records that are sealed, confidential under law, or restricted by court order are not public. The clerk can confirm which restrictions apply to a case.
Online access
re:SearchTX is a statewide search that requires registration and pricing, and its results are not official court records.
In-person access
Contact the District Clerk at (409) 283-2162 or the County Clerk at (409) 283-2281 to ask how to view or request records.
Fees
No copy fees are listed in this data. Ask the clerk about copy charges before you request records.
How to Search Tyler County Court Records Online
Case information for Tyler 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 Tyler 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 Tyler 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 Tyler 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 | Tyler 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 Tyler County District Clerk | Family case index and status where available. | Sealed, confidential, and protected records are not public online. |
| Probate | re:SearchTX or the Tyler County Clerk | Probate case index and filing information where available. | Document access varies; request copies from the clerk if not online. |
| Juvenile | Tyler 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 at re:SearchTX for Tyler County cases, and ask the clerk for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, civil, family, or juvenile.
- Open re:SearchTX and register for an account if the site requires it.
- Search by name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case details, and confirm them with the court, since search results are not official court records.
- Call the District Clerk at (409) 283-2162 or the County Clerk at (409) 283-2281 to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| All case types | re:SearchTX (research.txcourts.gov) | Case search results from the statewide search | Subscription service with registration and pricing; documents may require the clerk |
Case-type portals for this county are not listed in this data, so ask the clerk if a case type is not in the statewide search.
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Tyler County
Payment options for Tyler County fines and citations are not listed in this data, so contact the clerk's office about a specific case.
- District Clerk: call (409) 283-2162 to ask how to pay a district court fine or citation.
- County Clerk: call (409) 283-2281 to ask how to pay a county court fine or citation.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by the district or county clerk.
Tyler County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Tyler County court records?
Use re:SearchTX, a statewide search that requires registration, or call the District Clerk at (409) 283-2162 for records that are not online.
Are Tyler County court records public?
Yes, court records are generally open under the Texas Public Information Act, but records restricted by law or court order are not public.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name in re:SearchTX and confirm the case with the clerk at (409) 283-2162.
How do I find a court date?
Check your ticket or notice first, then call the clerk at (409) 283-2162 to confirm the date.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
Call the clerk at (409) 283-2281 to ask which payment methods apply to your case.
How many cases are filed in Tyler County each year?
Tyler County district courts added 633 cases in fiscal year 2024 (September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2024), according to Texas Office of Court Administration data.
What is the most common type of case?
Family law cases were the largest category with 259 of 633 cases added in FY 2024, or 40.9%.
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.
Courts in the County
Tyler Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 813 N. Broadway Ave., Tyler, TX, 75702 |
| Phone Number: | (903) 531-1266 |
| Fax: | (903) 531-1369 |
| Website: | https://www.cityoftyler.org/government/departments/municipal-court |
Useful Links
- Tyler County, Texas - County Clerk : Find information on public records, marriage licenses, and official documents through the Tyler County Clerk's office.
- Tyler County - Justice of the Peace : Access contact details and duties of the Justice Courts handling minor legal matters and disputes in Tyler County.
- Tyler County, Texas - District Clerk : Provides information on filing records and obtaining court case details through the District Clerk's office.
- Tyler County - County Judge : Learn about the administrative functions and responsibilities of the County Judge managing Tyler County operations.
- Texas Judicial Branch - Home : Access to comprehensive resources for statewide judicial information, including court records, rules, and judicial directives.
- Texas Judicial Branch - Court Records : Guidelines and resources on accessing court records across various jurisdictions within the Texas judicial system.
- Texas Judicial Branch - Rules & Forms : Official forms and rules for filing legal documents and understanding court procedures in Texas.
- Texas Court Reporters Certification : Information on becoming a certified court reporter and maintaining standards for reporting in legal proceedings.
- State Law Library of Texas : Offers access to extensive legal resources, including statutes, case law, and legal research assistance for Texas.
- Texas Law Help - Free Legal Information and Forms : A nonprofit providing free legal information and resources to help with various legal issues in Texas.
- Texas Court System Hierarchy : A detailed PDF explaining the structure and hierarchy of courts within the Texas judicial system.
- County Websites - Texas Association of Counties : Links to official websites of every county in Texas, including Tyler County, providing local governmental resources.
- Tyler County District Attorney : Information on the Tyler County District Attorney's office handling prosecution of crimes within the county.
- Tyler County Sheriff's Office : Provides public safety and law enforcement services, including crime reports and incident records, for Tyler County.
- Tyler County Treasures Official Site : Offers historical and genealogical resources for Tyler County, enriching understanding of local heritage and records.
- Texas Courts & Cases - Legal Research Guide : Comprehensive guide for researching Texas court cases and understanding the Texas court system framework.
- State Bar of Texas : Provides a wealth of resources for legal professionals and the general public regarding legal practice and support services.
- 211 Texas - Statewide Resource Helpline : Connects citizens to various local service providers, including legal aid and court-related services in Texas.
- Tyler County Election Information : Provides comprehensive information on voter registration, polling locations, and election procedures in Tyler County.
- Tyler County Probation Department : Details on supervision services and rehabilitation programs for offenders on probation within Tyler County.
Table of Contents
- Tyler County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Tyler County Court Records
- Tyler County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Tyler County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Tyler County?
- How Does Tyler County Compare With Texas Overall?
- Tyler County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Tyler County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Tyler County?
- Are Tyler County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Tyler County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Tyler County
- Tyler County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links