Wilson County, TX Courts and Public Records
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Wilson County district court records are kept by the District Clerk, and county court records are kept by the County Clerk. District courts have general jurisdiction in the county.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Court Records Office | District Clerk (district courts) and County Clerk (county courts) |
| District Clerk | Deborah Bryan, (830) 393-7322 |
| County Clerk | Genevieve Martinez, (830) 393-7308 |
| Population (2025) | 56,139 |
How to Search Wilson County Court Records
Have the person's full name, the case number if you know it, and the approximate dates ready before you search. Wilson County records are kept by the District Clerk and County Clerk.
Online
Go to re:SearchTX, a subscription search service for Texas court records.
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Results are not official court records; confirm them with the clerk.
Best for: Statewide searches by name
In Person
Visit the District Clerk's office in Wilson.
Bring the case number and party names if you have them.
Ask the clerk to confirm the office address and visit details.
Best for: Records and copies not available online
By Phone
Call the District Clerk at (830) 393-7322 for district court records.
Call the County Clerk at (830) 393-7308 for county court records.
Confirm what the clerk needs before you send a written request.
Best for: Confirming what a clerk needs
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Search across record types without a case number.
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Wilson County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
Wilson County's district, statutory county and constitutional county courts added 2,169 cases in FY 2025, including probate, guardianship and mental health filings. The courts disposed of 2,102 cases, and total filings fell 33.8% from FY 2024.
2,169
Total cases added in FY 2025
2,102
Total cases disposed in FY 2025
~2,169
Filings per judicial position (~1 positions)
-33.8%
Change in total filings vs FY 2024 (3,276 to 2,169)
| Metric | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Filings | 2,169 | 3,276 | -33.8% |
| Total Dispositions | 2,102 | 3,139 | -33.0% |
| Criminal Filings | 1,012 | 2,021 | -49.9% |
| Civil Filings | 491 | 592 | -17.1% |
| Family Law Filings | 449 | 432 | +3.9% |
| Probate Filings | 191 | 184 | +3.8% |
| Mental Health Filings | 0 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Juvenile Filings | 26 | 47 | -44.7% |
| Authorized Judicial Positions | ~1 | ~1 | ~0.0% |
Criminal filings drove the change in FY 2025, falling by 1,009 cases.
How Have Court Filings Changed in Wilson County?
This table shows Wilson 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 | 2,169 | 2,102 | -33.8% |
| FY 2024 | 3,276 | 3,139 | +62.3% |
| FY 2023 | 2,018 | 2,134 | -2.7% |
| FY 2022 | 2,073 | 2,237 | -2.3% |
| FY 2021 | 2,121 | 2,165 | -10.8% |
Total filings rose 2.3% between FY 2021 and FY 2025, from 2,121 to 2,169. The largest annual change was +62.3% in FY 2024. The latest change of -33.8% was led by criminal filings, which fell by 1,009 cases.
What Types of Cases Are Filed in Wilson County?
Criminal cases are the largest category in Wilson County, at 46.7% of filings in FY 2025.
| Case Type | Filings FY 2025 | Share of Total | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal | 1,012 | 46.7% | -49.9% |
| Civil | 491 | 22.6% | -17.1% |
| Family law | 449 | 20.7% | +3.9% |
| Probate | 191 | 8.8% | +3.8% |
| Mental health | 0 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Juvenile | 26 | 1.2% | -44.7% |
Family law cases grew the fastest at +3.9%, while criminal cases fell the most at -49.9%.
How Does Wilson County Compare With Texas Overall?
Wilson County accounted for 0.07% of the 3,129,582 cases filed in Texas district, statutory county and constitutional county courts in FY 2025.
| Metric | Wilson County | Texas | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total filings | 2,169 | 3,129,582 | 0.07% of statewide filings |
| YoY change in filings | -33.8% | +1.8% | Below state |
| Filings per judicial position | ~2,169 | ~3,610 | 40% below state |
| Dispositions per judicial position equivalent | ~2,102 | ~3,472 | 39% below state |
| Criminal share of filings | 46.7% | 42.5% | 4.2 points above state |
| Civil share of filings | 22.6% | 28.9% | 6.2 points below state |
| Family law share of filings | 20.7% | 18.9% | 1.8 points above state |
Its filings fell 33.8% while statewide filings grew 1.8%. Criminal cases make up 46.7% of its filings against 42.5% statewide, and civil cases 22.6% against 28.9%.
Wilson County Crime Statistics (2025)
These are the crimes reported to the FBI in 2025 by the 6 law enforcement agencies in Wilson County that reported, added together. For the agencies with both years on file, violent crimes rose 19.7% and property crimes fell 36.4% from 2024.
73
Violent crimes in Wilson County, 2025
372
Property crimes in Wilson County, 2025
130.0
Violent crime rate per 100K, Wilson County, 2025
-31.1%
Change in total reported crimes vs 2024 (643 to 443)
| Offense | 2025 | Rate per 100K | 2024 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 3.6 | ~2 | ~+0.0% |
| Rape | 25 | 44.5 | ~21 | ~+19.0% |
| Robbery | 4 | 7.1 | ~3 | ~+33.3% |
| Aggravated assault | 42 | 74.8 | ~35 | ~+20.0% |
| Violent crimes total | 73 | 130.0 | ~61 | ~+19.7% |
| Burglary | 83 | 147.8 | ~131 | ~-36.6% |
| Larceny-theft | 247 | 440.0 | ~388 | ~-36.3% |
| Motor vehicle theft | 42 | 74.8 | ~66 | ~-36.4% |
| Property crimes total | 372 | 662.6 | ~585 | ~-36.4% |
Wilson County's violent crime rate of 130.0 per 100K is below the Texas rate of 346.3, and its property crime rate of 662.6 is below the state's 1,790.2.
Wilson County Courthouse Locations
Wilson County court proceedings are held at the Wilson County Courthouse. Check your notice or case paperwork to confirm the courthouse assigned to your case before you go.
| Courthouse | Address | Phone | Verified Services |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson County Courthouse | 1420 3rd St, Floresville, TX 78114 | 830-393-7308 | 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 Wilson County?
Cases in Wilson 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 | Wilson 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 Wilson 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 | Wilson County District Court | Felony cases are tried in district court after grand jury indictment. |
| DUI | County Court of Wilson County or County Court at Law | DWI misdemeanors are usually heard here; felony DWI goes to district court. |
| Domestic violence | County Court of Wilson 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 Wilson 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 | Wilson County Justice of the Peace Court | Justice courts hear small claims cases within their dollar limit. |
| Eviction | Wilson County Justice of the Peace Court | Eviction suits are filed in the justice court for the precinct where the property is located. |
| Divorce | Wilson County District Court | Family matters are heard in district court, sometimes a dedicated family district court. |
| Child custody or support | Wilson County District Court | The Attorney General's Child Support Division may also be involved in support cases. |
| Probate or estate | County Court of Wilson County or Probate Court | Estates are handled by the county court, a statutory probate court, or a county court at law. |
| Juvenile case | Wilson 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 Wilson 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, county courts at law and statutory county courts, constitutional county courts, justice courts, and municipal courts. The clerk named on your paperwork can confirm which court holds your case.
| Your Situation | Go To | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Felony | District Court | District courts have general jurisdiction, and the District Clerk keeps their records at (830) 393-7322. |
| Civil lawsuit | District Court or County Court at Law | Check which court your filing was made in, since the clerk for that court keeps the records. |
| Traffic ticket | Justice Court or Municipal Court | Use the court named on your citation, since justice and municipal courts hear these cases. |
| Federal case | U.S. District Court for Texas | Federal cases are not heard in county or state courts. |
Are Wilson County Court Records Public?
Yes, most Wilson County court records are public, subject to exceptions. Texas court records are generally open under the Texas Public Information Act (Gov't Code ch. 552) and court public-access rules.
Public records
Most case records in the district and county courts are open for inspection at the clerk's offices.
Restricted or confidential records
Some records are closed by law or sealed by court order. Ask the clerk whether a specific record is available before you request it.
Online access
Go to re:SearchTX, a subscription search service for Texas court records. Registration and pricing apply, and online results may not include every document.
In-person access
Visit the District Clerk or County Clerk's office in Wilson, or call the District Clerk at (830) 393-7322 or the County Clerk at (830) 393-7308 to confirm which office holds your record.
Fees
This page does not list fees. Ask the clerk what copies cost before you request them.
How to Search Wilson County Court Records Online
Use re:SearchTX to search Texas court records online, and contact the Wilson County clerks for documents that are not online.
- Identify the case type, such as criminal, civil, family law, or juvenile.
- Open re:SearchTX and create an account if the service requires one.
- Search by party name or case number and note the case number from the results.
- Review the case details, including status and scheduled dates, where they are shown.
- Call the District Clerk at (830) 393-7322 or the County Clerk at (830) 393-7308 to request documents that are not online.
| Case Type | Where to Search | What You'll Find | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal (district court) | re:SearchTX, or District Clerk at (830) 393-7322 | Case information | Documents may require the clerk |
| Civil (district court) | re:SearchTX, or District Clerk at (830) 393-7322 | Case information | Documents may require the clerk |
| Family law (district court) | re:SearchTX, or District Clerk at (830) 393-7322 | Case information | Documents may require the clerk |
| Juvenile | District Clerk at (830) 393-7322 | Case information through the clerk | Ask the clerk what is available |
| County court cases | County Clerk at (830) 393-7308 | Case information through the clerk | Ask the clerk what is available |
How to Pay Fines & Citations in Wilson County
No online fine payment option for Wilson County is listed here, so contact the clerk to confirm how to pay a citation or fine.
- Phone: Call the District Clerk at (830) 393-7322 for district court fines, or the County Clerk at (830) 393-7308 for county court matters, and ask which payment methods apply.
- In person: Visit the clerk's office that handles your case and ask which payment methods it accepts.
Parking tickets are handled by the agency that issued them, not by the district or county courts.
Wilson County Court Records FAQ
How do I search Wilson County court records?
Use re:SearchTX, a subscription service for Texas court records, or call the District Clerk at (830) 393-7322 or the County Clerk at (830) 393-7308.
Are Wilson County court records public?
Yes, most are, under the Texas Public Information Act and court public-access rules, but some records are closed by law or court order.
How do I find a criminal case?
Search by name in re:SearchTX or call the District Clerk at (830) 393-7322 with the defendant's name.
How do I find a court date?
Check your citation or notice, or call the clerk for the court that holds your case.
How do I pay a traffic ticket?
No online fine payment option is listed here, so call the District Clerk at (830) 393-7322 or the County Clerk at (830) 393-7308 to confirm payment options.
How many cases are filed in Wilson County each year?
The Wilson County district courts added 1,185 cases in FY 2024, covering September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2024.
What is the most common type of case?
Family law cases were the largest category, with 432 added in FY 2024, or 36.5% of the total.
Is crime in Wilson 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.
Useful Links
- Wilson County Clerk Recordings - Explore Wilson County Clerk's office services for public records, including marriage licenses, deeds, and probate records.
- Wilson County District Clerk - Access court records and cases filed with the Wilson County District Court through the District Clerk's office.
- Wilson County Judge - Information and contact details for Wilson County Judge's office overseeing administrative functions and local court matters.
- Texas Judicial Branch - Official portal for Texas Judicial Branch offering comprehensive information on state courts, court rules, and publications.
- Texas State Auditor's Office - Audits and reviews public entities including courts for accountability, performance and fiscal responsibility in Texas.
- TexasLawHelp.org - Non-profit platform providing free legal information and resources, including court forms and guides for Texans.
- State Bar of Texas - Offers resources for attorneys and the public, including legal resources, lawyer referrals, and pro bono services.
- Texas Attorney General - Official site of the Texas Attorney General providing legal opinions, resources, and consumer protection information.
- Texas Department of Public Safety - Access public criminal history records and other public safety resources in Texas with online services and information.
- Legal Forms by Texas State Law Library - Find downloadable and printable legal forms and resources tailored for Texas legal processes and court filings.
- Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Explore offender information, prison locations, and criminal justice programs and initiatives across the state of Texas.
- Texas Court Directory - Comprehensive directory of courts in Texas including contact information, links to court websites, and jurisdiction details.
- Wilson County Court at Law - Discover details about the Wilson County Court at Law, including contact information and court responsibilities.
- Gov Texas - Gateway to all official information from the Texas state government, including courts and legal system resources.
- Wilson County Texas - Official Wilson County website providing community resources, county offices' information, and public services available.
- Texas Tribune Criminal Justice Data - Browse unique databases including police reports and judicial records curated by the Texas Tribune for public access.
- Texas DSHS Vital Statistics - Access vital records and statistics such as birth, death, marriage, and divorce records from official state resources.
- United States Courts - Official gateway providing information and resources about the federal judiciary, court cases, rules, and procedures.
- Texas Law from Cornell LII - Offers free access to the full text of the Texas State Code and U.S. Laws relevant to Texas jurisdiction.
- Wilson County Courthouse Directory - Directory of all Wilson County courthouse locations, contact information, and the services they provide for the public.
Table of Contents
- Wilson County, Courts and Public Records
- How to Search Wilson County Court Records
- Wilson County Court Statistics (FY 2025)
- How Have Court Filings Changed in Wilson County?
- What Types of Cases Are Filed in Wilson County?
- How Does Wilson County Compare With Texas Overall?
- Wilson County Crime Statistics (2025)
- Wilson County Courthouse Locations
- Which Court Handles Your Case in Wilson County?
- Are Wilson County Court Records Public?
- How to Search Wilson County Court Records Online
- How to Pay Fines & Citations in Wilson County
- Wilson County Court Records FAQ
- Useful Links