Find Lubbock County Court Records Through the Correct Clerk
Looking for a civil lawsuit, felony case, divorce decree, misdemeanor record or probate filing in Lubbock County? The correct search depends on which court handled the matter. District courts, County Courts at Law, Justice of the Peace courts and municipal courts do not all share the same record custodian.
Which Lubbock County Court Has Your Record?
Choosing the court is the most important step. A felony prosecution may appear in a district-court record system, while a misdemeanor could be assigned to a County Court at Law. Small civil claims and evictions often belong to a Justice of the Peace court, and city traffic citations may be handled through a municipal court.
Lubbock County District Clerk
Maintains case records for the county’s district courts, including felony criminal prosecutions, district civil lawsuits, divorce proceedings and family matters. Certain family proceedings heard in County Courts at Law are also maintained through the District Clerk.
Use this route for: felony judgments, divorce decrees, civil lawsuits, custody-related proceedings and district-court orders.
District court information →Lubbock County Clerk
Maintains county-level civil, criminal, probate and guardianship records. Its official website provides a specific search entry for civil, criminal and probate court proceedings.
Use this route for: misdemeanor matters, County Courts at Law civil cases, probate proceedings and guardianship records.
County court information →Justice of the Peace Courts
Justice courts handle matters such as small claims, residential evictions and certain fine-only criminal offenses. A precinct number or JP designation on court paperwork can help identify the correct office.
Use this route for: evictions, justice-court lawsuits and citations assigned to a JP court.
Municipal Courts
The City of Lubbock and other municipalities may maintain their own local court case systems. A city traffic citation should be checked with the municipal court identified on the citation.
Use this route for: city ordinance violations and municipal traffic cases.
Official Lubbock County Online Court Records Search
The county provides official court-record access resources through its website. The County Clerk also maintains a dedicated entry point for searching civil, criminal and probate cases. The availability of case details and document images depends on the record and applicable access restrictions.
County Online Court Records
The county’s online-access service is intended for available electronic court-record information. Follow its current access instructions, including registration when required.
Open County Court-Records Service ↗County Clerk Court-Case Search
Use the County Clerk’s official website and select its civil, criminal and probate court-record search. This is distinct from the EagleWeb property-document index.
Open Official Clerk Page ↗Seven Steps to Search a Lubbock Court Case
- Determine the case type.
Identify whether you need a felony, misdemeanor, civil, divorce, family, probate, eviction or municipal-court record.
- Find the responsible court.
Use the filing court printed on a summons, judgment, citation or other legal notice. If the court is unknown, start with the jurisdiction guide above.
- Prepare search information.
Gather the full case number, party names, approximate filing date and relevant court designation.
- Open an official search resource.
Use the county website or the appropriate court’s official system. Follow any current account or authentication requirements.
- Run the search.
Start with an exact case number when available. Otherwise, search by party name if the system supports it, then narrow by filing dates or court.
- Verify the result.
Check the court, case number, filing date, case type, party role and available disposition. A matching name alone does not establish identity.
- Request the document.
If the needed judgment, decree or filing is unavailable online, contact the clerk who holds the official record and ask about copies.
Search Lubbock County Court Records by Name
A name search can help locate a case when the case number is unknown. However, multiple people can share the same first and last name, and a case may be indexed differently from the spelling shown on another document.
Information that improves a name search
- Full first and last name, including former names or likely spelling variations.
- Approximate filing year or date range.
- Whether the individual was a plaintiff, defendant, petitioner or respondent.
- Likely court level and type of proceeding.
- Any partial case number or filing document.
Begin with a broad search if permitted by the portal. Narrow the results only after checking whether names are entered in the expected order. If no matching case appears, verify the court and consider an alternate spelling before assuming the case does not exist.
Search Using a Case Number or Cause Number
The most reliable search usually uses the court-assigned case or cause number. Texas court paperwork may use either term depending on the filing and court.
Copy the complete number from an official summons, order, court notice or judgment. Keep letters, suffixes and punctuation unless the search system explicitly instructs you to omit them. If the number produces no result, check whether you selected the correct court and case category.
District Court Records: Felony, Civil, Divorce and Family Cases
Lubbock County’s district-court structure includes the 72nd, 99th, 137th, 140th, 237th and 364th District Courts. District-court files are maintained through the District Clerk.
Felony criminal records
Felony proceedings can involve charging documents, motions, hearings, judgments and sentencing records. The public docket may identify significant events, but not every filing is necessarily available to download. An arrest record should never be presented as proof of conviction.
District civil records
District civil matters can involve contract disputes, personal-injury suits and other proceedings within the court’s jurisdiction. Case records may include petitions, answers, motions, orders and judgments. The precise scope of online access should be confirmed through the official system.
Divorce and family-court records
For a divorce decree or family-law order, use the District Clerk’s record route. Some family proceedings heard by County Courts at Law are also part of its record responsibilities. Sensitive information may be withheld from public remote access, and certain records may be confidential or sealed.
Restricted family records
Adoption, juvenile and other protected proceedings may have separate access rules. The fact that a person knows a case number does not necessarily establish a legal right to inspect confidential documents.
County Courts at Law: Civil, Criminal and Probate Records
The Lubbock County Clerk provides access to county-level civil, criminal and probate case records. The county has three County Courts at Law, and their assignments can differ by subject.
Misdemeanor cases
County Courts at Law commonly handle misdemeanor criminal proceedings within their jurisdiction. A misdemeanor case should not automatically be searched in the same place as a district-court felony.
County civil proceedings
County civil case files may include pleadings, motions, orders and judgments. Search through the County Clerk’s official court-record route rather than the real-property recording system.
Probate and estate cases
Probate records can document applications, estate administration, court orders and related filings. The availability of wills, probate inventories and particular case documents depends on the proceeding and applicable rules.
Guardianship matters
Guardianship files can contain sensitive personal and financial information. Public case details and access to the underlying documents are not necessarily the same.
The County Clerk explicitly states that its staff generally do not perform record searches unless required by law. Users should search available indexes or identify a specific case before requesting a copy.
Types of Lubbock County Court Records and Their Custodians
| Case or record type | Likely custodian | Access consideration |
|---|---|---|
| Felony criminal cases | District Clerk | Court docket and available nonrestricted filings. |
| District civil lawsuits | District Clerk | Petitions, orders and judgments. |
| Divorce and family | District Clerk | Some material may have protected access. |
| Misdemeanor cases | County Clerk | County-level criminal proceedings. |
| County civil lawsuits | County Clerk | County Courts at Law proceedings. |
| Probate and guardianship | County Clerk | Confidentiality may limit document access. |
| Evictions and small claims | Justice of the Peace | Identify the assigned precinct. |
| City citations | Municipal Court | Use the court named on the citation. |
| Marriage and property recordings | County Clerk official records | Separate document index through EagleWeb. |
Understanding Case Results, Dockets and Court Documents
Finding a case in an index is only the beginning when you need proof of a specific court action. Court records have different levels of detail and authentication.
Case Search Result
Typically identifies the case, court, parties and selected status information. It is not necessarily the entire court record.
Case Docket
A chronological record of court activity, filings and hearings. The underlying documents may require separate access.
Filed Document
The actual petition, motion, court order, judgment or other filing in the case record.
Certified Copy
A document authenticated through the responsible court or clerk for uses requiring formal certification.
A filed allegation is not the same as a legal finding. Likewise, a criminal charge is not a conviction, and a case status should be interpreted using the latest relevant court documents.
Lubbock County Clerk and District Clerk Contacts
Lubbock County Clerk
Kelly Pinion, County Clerk904 Broadway, Room 207
Lubbock, TX 79401
Phone: (806) 775-1076
Lobby hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Civil records: (806) 775-1047
- Criminal records: (806) 775-1046
- Probate records: (806) 775-1067
Lubbock County District Clerk
District Clerk’s OfficeLubbock County Courthouse
904 Broadway
Lubbock, Texas
The District Clerk maintains records for the county’s district courts and relevant family-law proceedings.
Confirm the applicable division, telephone number, current office hours and access requirements using the official county directory before visiting.
Lubbock County official website ↗How to Obtain Court Record Copies and Certified Documents
If you need a final judgment, divorce decree, probate order or another particular filing, contact the clerk responsible for the court case. An ordinary online printout is not automatically a certified court document.
What to prepare for a records request
- Full case or cause number.
- Exact court and case title.
- Document requested, such as final judgment, order or decree.
- Approximate filing date or year.
- Whether you need an ordinary or certified copy.
- Mailing or contact details if required for delivery.
Plain copies versus certified copies
A plain copy may be sufficient for personal reference or informal review. A certified copy includes the applicable authentication from the record custodian and may be required for official or legal purposes. Ask the receiving organization what form of document it requires before paying for certification.
How much do copies cost?
Fees depend on the record, type of copy, number of pages, certification and delivery method. A public case lookup may be available without the same charges as an official document order. Confirm the current fee with the appropriate clerk rather than relying on a fee from a different records department.
Texas Statewide, Appellate and Federal Court Options
A case involving someone in Lubbock County may belong to a state appellate court or federal court rather than a county trial court. Use the correct jurisdiction before searching.
Texas re:SearchTX
Texas provides re:SearchTX as an electronic case-information resource for participating courts. Case coverage, document access and permitted user functions can vary. It should not be treated as proof that every historical Lubbock County case is electronically available.
Texas appellate court cases
Lubbock is the seat of the Seventh Court of Appeals. Appeals may receive their own appellate cause numbers and docket histories. Check the Texas appellate case search rather than assuming the county trial-court portal will display the full appeal.
Federal court cases
Federal district, bankruptcy and appellate records are generally accessed through their federal court systems. PACER is the official electronic public-access system for many federal court records, with registration and fees governed by federal rules.
Why a Lubbock County Court Record May Not Appear
| Search problem | Possible explanation | Next step |
|---|---|---|
| Name not found | Spelling difference, wrong court or overrestrictive filters. | Try name variations and verify the filing court. |
| Felony case missing | Wrong record custodian or electronic coverage limitation. | Check with the District Clerk. |
| Misdemeanor missing | Case may be assigned to a County Court at Law. | Use the County Clerk’s court-case search. |
| Traffic citation missing | Municipal or JP court jurisdiction. | Contact the court printed on the citation. |
| Docket exists but no PDF | Remote document access is limited. | Ask the responsible clerk for inspection or copies. |
| Old case missing | Legacy storage, indexing or digitization limits. | Ask about historical or archived records. |
| Restricted record | Sealing, confidentiality or other legal protection. | Ask the court about lawful access requirements. |
Older court cases and courthouse archives
Some records predate the current electronic case-management system. A clerk may need the original court, filing year and case number to identify where a historical file is stored. Older records may require additional retrieval steps.
What if a case was sealed or expunged?
Sealed, expunged or otherwise confidential records may not appear in public searches. These restrictions cannot be bypassed through an ordinary online search. Anyone seeking access should ask the responsible court about applicable legal procedures.
Privacy, Public Access and Responsible Court-Record Use
Court records may contain sensitive personal or financial information. Some documents are public, some are partially redacted, and others are protected by court order or applicable law. Remote online access may be narrower than courthouse access.
A docket entry, charge, complaint or name match should not be used alone to make allegations about a person. Verify the actual record, current disposition and identity before drawing conclusions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I search Lubbock County court records online?
Yes. Official county resources provide access to available court-case information. The appropriate search depends on whether the case is maintained by the District Clerk, County Clerk or another court.
Are Lubbock County court records free?
Some case information may be accessible without a document-purchase charge, but copying, certification or certain electronic services may involve fees. Verify the exact cost with the responsible source.
Where are felony court records kept?
Felony criminal cases are generally handled by the district courts. The Lubbock County District Clerk is the appropriate starting point for those court files.
Where can I find misdemeanor records?
Start with the County Clerk’s civil, criminal and probate court-case search when the matter belongs to a County Court at Law.
Can I search using a person’s name?
Use an official case-search system that supports party-name lookup. Confirm the filing court, case number and party role before concluding that a record concerns a particular person.
How can I obtain a certified divorce decree?
Contact the District Clerk with the court, case number and requested decree. Ask about certification fees, identity requirements where applicable and delivery options.
Are Lubbock probate records public?
Many probate case records may be publicly accessible, but specific filings can be restricted. The County Clerk provides the official route for probate case records.
Why is a court document missing from a docket?
A docket may list filings that are not available for remote viewing. Contact the responsible clerk to determine whether a public copy can be inspected or ordered.
Can I use EagleWeb for criminal court searches?
No. The County Clerk’s EagleWeb interface is for official recorded documents and associated indexes. Use the separate court-case search for civil, criminal and probate cases.
Does an arrest mean someone was convicted?
No. An arrest, accusation, filed charge and criminal conviction are distinct. The disposition must be established from appropriate official court information.
Where do I search for a Lubbock traffic citation?
Check the court shown on the citation. Depending on the issuing agency and offense, the matter may belong to a municipal or Justice of the Peace court rather than a district court.
Are sealed or confidential records available online?
Ordinary public access does not override sealing or confidentiality rules. Ask the responsible court about any lawful access process.
Official Sources and Further Verification
Official County Clerk website ↗
Clerk contacts, lobby hours, county civil and criminal responsibilities, probate and official search entry.
Court-Records Access Service ↗
Official county electronic case-access starting point.
Lubbock County EagleWeb ↗
Recorded documents, marriage records and associated official-record indexing; distinct from the court-case system.
Official electronic-access policy ↗
Explains remote access, privacy and the relationship between electronic access and official court records.
Official Texas Courts website ↗
State judicial information, courts, rules and appellate resources.