Walker County, TX Courts and Public Records
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District courts in Walker County are general jurisdiction trial courts. The District Clerk keeps district court records, and the County Clerk keeps county court records.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| District Clerk | Leslie Woolley |
| District Clerk Phone | (936) 436-4972 |
| County Clerk | Kari French |
| County Clerk Phone | (936) 436-4922 |
How to Search Walker County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and approximate dates ready before you search Walker County court records.
Online
Go to re:SearchTX at research.txcourts.gov to search Texas court records.
Expect a subscription service with registration and pricing.
Check the registration and pricing terms before you search.
Best for: Statewide lookups by name or case number
In Person
Go to the District Clerk's office in Walker County after confirming the address by phone.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk which division handles your case type.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Phone
Call the District Clerk at (936) 436-4972 for district court records.
Call the County Clerk at (936) 436-4922 for county court records.
Ask the clerk what information your request needs.
Best for: Confirming which clerk holds a 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
Walker County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
Walker County's district, statutory county and constitutional county courts added 3,094 cases in FY 2025, including probate, guardianship and mental health filings. The courts disposed of 2,711 cases, and total filings rose 9.2% from FY 2024.
3,094
Total cases added in FY 2025
2,711
Total cases disposed in FY 2025
~1,547
Filings per judicial position (~2 positions)
+9.2%
Change in total filings vs FY 2024 (2,834 to 3,094)
| Metric | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 3,094 | 2,834 | +9.2% |
| Total Dispositions | 2,711 | 2,733 | -0.8% |
| Criminal Filings | 1,443 | 1,199 | +20.4% |
| Civil Filings | 779 | 745 | +4.6% |
| Family Law Filings | 593 | 668 | -11.2% |
| Probate Filings | 247 | 182 | +35.7% |
| Mental Health Filings | 0 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | 32 | 40 | -20.0% |
| 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 Walker County?
This table shows Walker 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 | 3,094 | 2,711 | +9.2% |
| FY 2024 | 2,834 | 2,733 | +1.1% |
| FY 2023 | 2,802 | 2,764 | -0.9% |
| FY 2022 | 2,827 | 2,823 | -8.3% |
| FY 2021 | 3,083 | 2,465 | +3.9% |
Total filings rose 0.4% between FY 2021 and FY 2025, from 3,083 to 3,094. The largest annual change was +9.2% in FY 2025. The latest change of +9.2% was led by criminal filings, which rose by 244 cases.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Walker County?
Criminal cases are the largest category in Walker County, at 46.6% of filings in FY 2025.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2025 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 1,443 | 46.6% | +20.4% |
| Civil | 779 | 25.2% | +4.6% |
| Family law | 593 | 19.2% | -11.2% |
| Probate | 247 | 8.0% | +35.7% |
| Mental health | 0 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Juvenile | 32 | 1.0% | -20.0% |
Probate cases grew the fastest at +35.7%, while juvenile cases fell the most at -20.0%.
How Does Walker County Compare With Texas Overall?
Walker County accounted for 0.10% of the 3,129,582 cases filed in Texas district, statutory county and constitutional county courts in FY 2025.
| Metric | Walker County | Texas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 3,094 | 3,129,582 | 0.10% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | +9.2% | +1.8% | Above state |
| Filings per judicial position | ~1,547 | ~3,610 | 57% below state |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~1,356 | ~3,472 | 61% below state |
| Criminal share of filings | 46.6% | 42.5% | 4.1 points above state |
| Civil share of filings | 25.2% | 28.9% | 3.7 points below state |
| Family law share of filings | 19.2% | 18.9% | 0.3 points above state |
Its filings grew 9.2% while statewide filings grew 1.8%. Criminal cases make up 46.6% of its filings against 42.5% statewide, and civil cases 25.2% against 28.9%.
Walker County Crime Statistics (2025)
These are the crimes reported to the FBI in 2025 by the 4 law enforcement agencies in Walker County that reported, added together. For the agencies with both years on file, violent crimes rose 3.1% and property crimes fell 11.9% from 2024.
303
Violent crimes in Walker County, 2025
979
Property crimes in Walker County, 2025
361.4
Violent crime rate per 100K, Walker County, 2025
-8.5%
Change in total reported crimes vs 2024 (1,288 to 1,178)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 3.6 | ~3 | ~+0.0% |
| Rape | 47 | 56.1 | ~45 | ~+4.4% |
| Robbery | 11 | 13.1 | ~11 | ~+0.0% |
| Aggravated assault | 242 | 288.6 | ~235 | ~+3.0% |
| Violent crimes total | 303 | 361.4 | ~294 | ~+3.1% |
| Burglary | 152 | 181.3 | ~172 | ~-11.6% |
| Larceny-theft | 769 | 917.2 | ~873 | ~-11.9% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 58 | 69.2 | ~66 | ~-12.1% |
| Property crimes total | 979 | 1,167.7 | ~1,111 | ~-11.9% |
Walker County's violent crime rate of 361.4 per 100K is above the Texas rate of 346.3, and its property crime rate of 1,167.7 is below the state's 1,790.2.
Walker County Courthouse Locations
Walker County court proceedings are held at the Walker County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walker County Courthouse | 1100 University Ave, Huntsville, TX 77340 | (936) 436-4900 | 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 Walker County?
Cases in Walker 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 | Walker 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 Walker 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 | Walker County District Court | Felony cases are tried in district court after grand jury indictment. |
| DUI | County Court of Walker County or County Court at Law | DWI misdemeanors are usually heard here; felony DWI goes to district court. |
| Domestic violence | County Court of Walker 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 Walker 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 | Walker County Justice of the Peace Court | Justice courts hear small claims cases within their dollar limit. |
| Eviction | Walker County Justice of the Peace Court | Eviction suits are filed in the justice court for the precinct where the property is located. |
| Divorce | Walker County District Court | Family matters are heard in district court, sometimes a dedicated family district court. |
| Child custody or support | Walker County District Court | The Attorney General's Child Support Division may also be involved in support cases. |
| Probate or estate | County Court of Walker County or Probate Court | Estates are handled by the county court, a statutory probate court, or a county court at law. |
| Juvenile case | Walker 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 Walker County | Appeals from trial courts go to the intermediate Court of Appeals; federal matters go to the U.S. District Court. |
Are Walker County Court Records Public?
Generally yes, with exceptions. Court records in Texas are generally open under the Texas Public Information Act (Government Code chapter 552) and court public-access rules.
Public records
Most court records in Walker County are open to the public, and the clerk can confirm which records are available.
Restricted or confidential records
Some records are restricted by law or court order, and the clerk can explain which ones.
Online access
Statewide case information can be searched through re:SearchTX, a subscription service that requires registration and has pricing. Results are not official court records, so ask the clerk for documents.
In-person access
Contact the District Clerk at (936) 436-4972 or the County Clerk at (936) 436-4922 to view or request records.
How to Search Walker County Court Records Online
Case information for Walker 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 Walker 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 Walker 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 Walker 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 | Walker 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 Walker County District Clerk | Family case index and status where available. | Sealed, confidential, and protected records are not public online. |
| Probate | re:SearchTX or the Walker County Clerk | Probate case index and filing information where available. | Document access varies; request copies from the clerk if not online. |
| Juvenile | Walker 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 tool and the clerk's phone lines to find Walker County court records, since no county online portal is listed here.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, civil, family law, or juvenile.
- Open re:SearchTX at research.txcourts.gov to search statewide records, and review its subscription terms.
- Search by 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 (936) 436-4972 or the County Clerk at (936) 436-4922 to request documents that are not online.
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Walker County
No online payment option for Walker County is listed in the court records available here, so contact the clerk named on your citation to confirm the accepted payment methods.
To ask about payment, call the District Clerk at (936) 436-4972 for district court matters or the County Clerk at (936) 436-4922 for county court matters. No statewide online fine payment option was identified.
Parking tickets are generally handled by the agency that issued them, not by the court.
Walker County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Walker County court records?
Use re:SearchTX, a subscription service, or call the District Clerk at (936) 436-4972 for district court records.
Are Walker County court records public?
Generally yes. Court records are generally open under the Texas Public Information Act, but some records are restricted by law or court order.
How do I find a criminal case in Walker County?
Search by name on re:SearchTX, or call the District Clerk at (936) 436-4972 with the person's full name.
How do I find a court date in Walker County?
Check your citation or notice for the date, or call the clerk named on your paperwork at (936) 436-4972 or (936) 436-4922 to confirm it.
How do I pay a traffic ticket in Walker County?
No online payment option is listed for Walker County here. Call the clerk named on your citation to ask which payment methods are accepted.
How many cases are filed in Walker County each year?
Walker County's district courts added 1,188 cases in fiscal year 2024, the only year published here.
What is the most common type of case?
Criminal cases were the largest category at 671 cases added in FY 2024, or 56.5% of the total.
Is crime 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
Walker County District CourtMore Info
| Address: | 836 Austin St., Hempstead, TX, 77445 |
| Phone Number: | 979-826-7735 |
| Fax: | 979-826-7738 |
| Website: | http://www.court506.com/index.html |
Huntsville Municipal CourtMore Info
| Address: | 717 FM 2821 W Suite 200, Huntsville, TX, 77320 |
| Phone Number: | (936) 291-5476 |
| Fax: | (936) 295-8097 |
| Website: | https://www.huntsvilletx.gov/373/Municipal-Court |
Useful Links
- Walker County - County Clerk - Access vital records, probate, and deed records, managed by the County Clerk, Walker County, Texas.
- Walker County Justice of the Peace Courts - Information and services regarding Justice of the Peace courts in Walker County, including court dockets and contact information.
- Texas Judicial Branch - Online Records Search - Search Texas court records from the state and county level, including civil, criminal, and appellate cases.
- Walker County - District Clerk - Find court records and services dealing with felony criminal cases, divorces, and civil suits in Walker County.
- Walker County - District Attorney - The District Attorney provides information on criminal prosecution and court proceedings in Walker County, Texas.
- Texas Courts – Access to Justice - Resources ensuring all Texas residents, regardless of income, can access legal assistance and court services.
- Texas Vital Statistics - Request Processing - Guide to obtaining certified copies of Texas vital records, including birth, death, marriage, and divorce records.
- Texas Attorney General - Consumer Protection - Resources and guidelines from the Texas AG’s office to protect consumers from scams and unfair business practices.
- Texas Law Help - A free resource offering easy-to-understand legal information and court help for Texans in civil legal matters.
- The Supreme Court of Texas - Official website of Texas's highest court, providing judicial opinions, rules, and Supreme Court orders.
- Texas Court of Criminal Appeals - The state's highest court for criminal matters, offers opinions, decisions, and information on current cases.
- Texas Association of Counties - Offers information and services related to county officials’ responsibilities, including legal, legislative, and educational resources.
- NAACP - Know Your Rights - Provides educational guides on legal rights, ensuring citizens are informed and treated fairly in judicial matters.
- Texas State Law Library - Self-Help Legal Information - Comprehensive legal resources for self-represented litigants in Texas, including guides and access to legal forms.
- United States Courts - Find information on federal courts, including rules, policies, and access to federal court case records.
- State Bar of Texas - Resources for attorneys and public, including legal education programs and attorney referral services for Texas residents.
- Texas Governor's Office Criminal Legal Records - Access criminal legal records and services through the Texas Governor's Office for legal professionals and public citizens.
- Lone Star Legal Aid - Free legal resources and civil legal aid for low-income Texans, including legal representation and advocacy.
- Texas Law Help - Find Legal Help - Directs to legal resources and referrals for Texans needing legal advice or representation in various civil matters.
- Texas Department of Family and Protective Services - Resources and services provided by DFPS in Texas for child protection, adult protective services, and family support.
Table of Contents
- Walker County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Walker County Court Records
- Walker County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Walker County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Walker County?
- How Does Walker County Compare With Texas Overall?
- Walker County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Walker County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Walker County?
- Are Walker County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Walker County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Walker County
- Walker County Court Records FAQ
- Courts in the County
- Useful Links