Coleman County Felony Records
Coleman County felony records are on file with the District Clerk's Office in Coleman, Texas. The 35th District Court handles all felony criminal cases in the county. This page explains how to search for these records and what tools are available at both the county and state level.
Coleman County Overview
Coleman County District Clerk
The Coleman County District Clerk's Office is at the Coleman County Courthouse in Coleman, Texas. The District Clerk is the keeper of all district court records in the county, including felony criminal case files. The office files indictments from the grand jury, tracks case progress through the court system, and makes records available to the public. The office also reports felony dispositions to the Texas Department of Public Safety after each case is resolved.
The 35th District Court also serves Brown County, and the judge rotates between the two. Coleman County cases are always filed and indexed in Coleman regardless of when the court physically sits here. The courthouse is located at 100 W. Liveoak St., Coleman, TX 76834. Phone: (325) 625-2521.
Office hours are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Bring a valid photo ID when visiting in person to request records. Standard copy fees apply. Call ahead to confirm hours and payment options.
The Coleman County official website provides contact details for all county offices including the District Clerk.
The site includes department listings, courthouse address and hours, and links to any available online services.
35th District Court Jurisdiction in Coleman County
The 35th District Court handles all felony criminal cases in Coleman County. It also serves Brown County and rotates between the two. When sitting in Coleman County, the court hears arraignments, pre-trial motions, guilty pleas, and trials. All case records for Coleman County matters are maintained by the District Clerk in Coleman regardless of where the judge is sitting on a given day.
Texas classifies felonies into five levels. State jail felonies carry 180 days to 2 years in a state jail facility. Third-degree felonies run 2 to 10 years. Second-degree felonies carry 2 to 20 years. First-degree felonies can result in 5 to 99 years or life. Capital felonies may result in death or life without parole. Fines up to $10,000 apply at most felony levels. All of these case types create records indexed and held by the District Clerk.
From the indictment forward, every filing in a Coleman County felony case is part of the public record unless sealed by court order. That includes bond papers, motions from both sides, jury selection materials if the case went to trial, and the final judgment. These documents can be accessed by any member of the public.
Searching Coleman County Felony Records Online
The re:SearchTX portal is the primary online tool for searching Coleman County criminal records. It is free to use and covers all Texas counties. Go to the site, select Coleman County from the location filter, and search by defendant name or cause number. You will see the cause number, filing date, case type, charges, and current status. Docket entries are also visible.
Document images in re:SearchTX may be limited for smaller counties like Coleman. If you need a specific document, contact the District Clerk at (325) 625-2521. Staff can provide plain copies for $1 per page and certified copies for an additional $5 per document. A name search fee of $5 may apply if no cause number is given.
The Texas DPS Crime Records Service offers a $3 per name statewide criminal history search. It covers all Texas counties including Coleman and is useful when you want to see a broader criminal record beyond just one county. Create a CRS Public Website Account before you can run a search.
Requesting Coleman County Court Records
For in-person requests, visit the Coleman County Courthouse at 100 W. Liveoak St., Coleman, TX 76834. Bring photo ID and the defendant's name or cause number. Staff will locate the file and make copies. Same-day service is typical for most requests.
Mail requests require a written letter with the defendant's full name, case year, cause number if available, and a description of the records you need. Include payment for copy fees. Send to: Coleman County District Clerk, 100 W. Liveoak St., Coleman, TX 76834. Allow up to two weeks for processing and return mail.
The Texas Public Information Act under Government Code Chapter 552 requires agencies to respond within 10 business days. Most felony case records are public. Juvenile records, sealed files, and expunged cases are exceptions.
Statewide Resources for Coleman County
The TDCJ offender search shows current prison status for anyone sentenced to TDCJ facilities. Search by name or TDCJ number to find the current unit, offense, and projected release date. This is the tool to use when you need to confirm whether a Coleman County defendant is still incarcerated.
The Texas Sex Offender Registry is searchable by Coleman County and shows all registered sex offenders in the area with current address and offense history data. It is maintained by the Texas DPS.
For guidance on public records rights or help with a denied records request, the Texas Attorney General's Open Government page explains the process. The AG can issue a ruling on whether a government body must release specific records.
Nearby Counties
Coleman County is in central West Texas. Several neighboring counties surround it, and felony records for each can be found through their county pages.