Access Crosby County Felony Records
Crosby County felony records are on file with the District Clerk in Crosbyton, Texas, covering all criminal cases handled by the 106th Judicial District Court in this South Plains county. This page explains the search process, record request procedures, and available online tools.
Crosby County Overview
Crosby County District Clerk
The Crosby County District Clerk's office is at the Crosby County Courthouse in Crosbyton, Texas. The District Clerk is the official custodian of all felony criminal case records filed in the county. The office processes new case filings, tracks cases through the court, maintains the case archive, and makes copies available on request. The clerk also keeps civil, family, and juvenile district court records.
At the close of each felony case, the District Clerk reports the disposition to the Texas Department of Public Safety for entry into the statewide Computerized Criminal History database. If you are researching a specific case, having the cause number or full defendant name ready will speed up the search and may save you the $5 research fee the clerk charges when locating a case without a cause number.
Copy rates follow the Texas standard: $1 per page for plain copies plus $5 per document if you need a certified copy. Cash or money orders are generally the most reliable payment at small county offices. Call ahead to verify hours and confirm payment options before visiting.
The Crosby County official website provides contact details for the courthouse and county offices.
Use the county site to find current phone numbers, office hours, and links to services for the District Clerk and County Clerk.
106th District Court and Felony Cases
The 106th Judicial District Court handles all felony cases in Crosby County. This court also covers civil cases, family law matters, and juvenile proceedings. The court may share a schedule with neighboring counties, so sessions in Crosbyton may not occur every week. Contact the District Clerk for current scheduling information.
Texas felony levels range from state jail felonies at the low end (180 days to 2 years in a state jail facility) up through third-degree (2 to 10 years), second-degree (2 to 20 years), first-degree (5 to 99 years or life), and capital felonies. Drug offenses, theft over certain dollar thresholds, assault causing bodily injury, and firearms charges are common felony types in Texas. The specific level is set by the Texas Penal Code based on offense type, amount, and prior history.
Each felony case generates a series of documents: the indictment, arraignment record, pre-trial motions, plea or trial transcript, and judgment and sentence. These records are all public and maintained by the District Clerk unless sealed by court order.
Online Search Tools
The re:SearchTX statewide portal is the main free tool for looking up Crosby County court cases online. This system covers all 254 Texas counties. You can search by name, cause number, or attorney. Basic case details are free. Document images may require a subscription or in-person visit.
For a full criminal history check across all Texas counties, the Texas DPS Crime Records Service offers name-based searches at $3 per name. The database captures all Class B misdemeanors and above. A fingerprint-based search is more accurate and recommended for formal purposes. Both require creating a CRS Public Website Account.
The free TDCJ Offender Search shows current Texas state prison inmates. Search by name or TDCJ number to see current facility and offense details. The Texas Sex Offender Registry allows county-level searches for registered offenders.
In-Person and Mail Records Requests
For certified copies of Crosby County felony records, you can visit the courthouse or send a written request by mail. In-person requests are handled at the Crosby County Courthouse in Crosbyton. Bring photo ID and know your case number or defendant name. Fees are $1 per page for plain copies, $5 extra per document for certification. Staff can usually pull common documents the same day.
For mail requests, write to: Crosby County District Clerk, Crosby County Courthouse, Crosbyton, TX 79322. Include the case number or name, the documents needed, your contact info, and payment by check or money order. Add a self-addressed stamped envelope for return copies. Allow 5 to 10 business days for processing.
Note: If you are unsure which county filed a case, use the re:SearchTX portal to search statewide before sending a mail request to a specific county.
Public Information Requests
Under Texas Government Code Chapter 552, government agencies must respond to public records requests within 10 business days. This covers all Crosby County offices including the District Clerk, County Clerk, and Sheriff. If the county cannot meet the 10-day deadline or wants to withhold records, they must notify you within that window and explain the reason.
The Texas Attorney General Open Government page has guidance on how to file requests and what to do if an agency does not comply. The Open Government Hotline at (877) OPEN-TEX is a free resource for questions about public records rights in Texas.
Expunctions and Nondisclosures
People with Crosby County felony arrests that did not result in conviction may qualify for expunction under Chapter 55 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. If eligible, the petition is filed with the District Clerk and the 106th District Court decides the matter. Orders of Nondisclosure apply to successful deferred adjudication cases and seal records from public view without destroying them.
Forms are available from the District Clerk or at txcourts.gov/rules-forms. Free guides for both processes are at TexasLawHelp.org. Legal aid organizations may be able to assist Crosby County residents who qualify based on income.
Nearby Counties
Crosby County is on the South Plains of Texas. Neighboring counties with their own felony records systems include these.