Armstrong County Felony Records

Armstrong County felony records are on file with the combined District and County Clerk office in Claude. You can search them through the statewide re:SearchTX portal or visit the courthouse during office hours to request copies in person.

Armstrong County District and County Clerk

Armstrong County uses a combined clerk office. Tawnee Blodgett serves as both District and County Clerk. This single office handles all felony court records, civil filings, and county court matters. It is one of the smaller Texas counties, and the combined structure reflects that.

The clerk office is live on eFile Texas for both civil and criminal cases. Mandatory e-filing for civil cases began July 1, 2016. Mandatory e-filing for criminal cases started January 1, 2020. If you need to file court documents, visit eFileTexas at efile.txcourts.gov. Each document in the same case must be submitted as a lead document. Orders go in a separate envelope for forwarding to the judge.

Note: Armstrong County has unusual office hours. The office runs a four-day work week, Monday through Thursday. Plan your visit before Friday if you need in-person service.

How to Find Armstrong County Felony Records

You have a few ways to search Armstrong County felony records. The easiest is the statewide re:SearchTX portal, which covers all 254 Texas counties. You can search by party name, case number, or attorney. Basic case information is free to view; document images may require a paid account.

For in-person searches, visit the clerk office at 101 Trice Street in Claude. The staff can look up cases by name or cause number. Bring valid ID. The office provides free access terminals for public searching during regular hours. Copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies carry a $5.00 certification fee per document on top of the per-page charge. Research fees of $5.00 apply if staff must locate the cause number for you.

Mail requests are also accepted. Send a written request to the office with the case number or party name, a description of what you need, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Include payment. Allow several business days for the office to process and return the documents.

For felony case records, the District Clerk function of this combined office is what you need. The District Clerk handles all felony criminal cases filed in Armstrong County, plus civil cases and family law matters at the district court level. The County Clerk function covers misdemeanor cases, probate, land records, and vital records.

Felony Classifications in Armstrong County

All felony cases in Armstrong County follow Texas Penal Code classifications. The most serious charge is a capital felony, which can carry the death penalty or life without parole. First-degree felonies carry five to ninety-nine years or life in prison. Second-degree felonies carry two to twenty years. Third-degree felonies carry two to ten years. State jail felonies carry 180 days to two years in a state jail facility.

The 100th Judicial District Court handles felony matters for Armstrong County. This district court covers multiple Panhandle counties. Cases may be heard in Claude or another county seat depending on the court schedule and docket. The District Clerk in Armstrong County is the custodian of all records for cases assigned to this court in Armstrong County.

Common felony charges that appear in Armstrong County court records include drug possession, assault, theft, and property crimes. The Texas DPS Computerized Criminal History system at dps.texas.gov maintains the statewide record of criminal history for all Texas counties including Armstrong.

Statewide Search Tools for Armstrong County Cases

Several official Texas databases cover Armstrong County felony records alongside all other counties. These tools are worth knowing about if you need broader criminal history information or if the local office is not able to help with a specific request.

The re:SearchTX portal is the official statewide court records system. It covers all 254 Texas counties. You can search cases, filings, and documents. Registration is free, though some features require paid eFile Texas credentials. Data refreshes nightly.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice offender search at offender.tdcj.texas.gov lets you look up current and former state prison inmates. This covers people sentenced to TDCJ from Armstrong County and every other Texas county. The search is free and open to the public.

The Texas DPS Crime Records Service at dps.texas.gov provides name-based criminal history searches for a $3.00 fee per search. This covers arrests and dispositions across the state, not just Armstrong County. Fingerprint-based searches are more accurate but require an authorized agency request.

• re:SearchTX - statewide court records portal
• TDCJ Offender Search - state prison records
• Texas DPS Criminal History - statewide name search
• Texas Sex Offender Registry - DPS sex offender database

Armstrong County Sheriff

The Armstrong County Sheriff's Office is located at 100 Trice Street in Claude, one block from the courthouse. Fleta Barnett serves as sheriff. The office can be reached at (806) 553-6933. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The Sheriff's Office maintains arrest records and booking information for the county jail. Jail inquiries and inmate records requests go through this office. For individuals who have been booked and sentenced to state prison, the TDCJ offender database at offender.tdcj.texas.gov is the right place to look. Local jail records stay with the Armstrong County Sheriff.

Armstrong County's annual average violent crime count is low, consistent with its small population of around 1,900 residents. Most felony case activity involves property crimes and drug offenses. The court docket for the county is lighter than urban counties, but all cases follow the same Texas felony process from arrest through final disposition.

Note: The Sheriff's Office and the clerk office share the same address block. Both are easy to find in the small downtown area of Claude.

Armstrong County Recording and Copy Fees

Recording fees in Armstrong County are $25.00 for the first page and $4.00 for each additional page. If you mail documents for recording, include a self-addressed envelope and leave two inches on the last page for county file stamps. Allow three to five business days for documents to be recorded.

Copies of court records cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $1.00 per page plus a $5.00 certification fee per document. If you need the clerk to search by name rather than by cause number, a $5.00 research fee applies. The office accepts cash, money order, and cashier's check. Check with the office about current payment methods before sending a mail request.

Historical records go back many years at this office. The County Clerk has birth and death records from 1903, marriage and probate records from 1890, court records from 1898, and land records from 1883. If you need records that old, contact the office directly to confirm availability and format before making a request.

Record Expunction in Armstrong County

Texas law allows some individuals to have felony arrest records expunged. Under Chapter 55 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, you may qualify if charges were dismissed, you were acquitted, or no charges were filed after a specified waiting period. For felony arrests without charges, the waiting period is three years. Immediate eligibility applies to dismissals and acquittals once judgment is entered.

To pursue an expunction in Armstrong County, you file a petition with the District Clerk at the courthouse in Claude. The clerk office can provide general guidance on the filing process but cannot give legal advice. For legal help, Texas Law Help at texaslawhelp.org has self-help guides and forms. The State Bar of Texas referral line at (800) 252-9690 can help you find a licensed attorney in the area.

Orders of nondisclosure work differently from expunctions. They seal records from public view rather than destroy them. Eligibility depends on the offense type and whether you completed deferred adjudication. Talk to an attorney if you are unsure which option fits your situation.

Nearby Counties

Armstrong County sits in the Texas Panhandle. If you are not sure which county handles a specific case, check the address where the offense occurred. You must search in the correct county.