Edwards County Felony Records
Edwards County felony records are maintained by the District Clerk's Office in Rocksprings, Texas. The 198th District Court handles all felony criminal cases filed in Edwards County. This page explains how to search these records and what local and statewide resources are available to the public.
Edwards County Overview
Edwards County District Clerk
The Edwards County District Clerk's Office is at the Edwards County Courthouse in Rocksprings, Texas. This small rural courthouse serves one of the least populated counties in Texas. The District Clerk files all felony criminal case documents, maintains the case index, and provides copies of court records to the public. All felony convictions are reported to the Texas DPS, which keeps the statewide criminal history database current.
Edwards County is in the Texas Hill Country along the southern edge. The 198th District Court also serves Bandera, Gillespie, Real, and Kerr Counties on a rotating basis. Because court dates in Rocksprings are infrequent, confirm the next scheduled sitting before planning a visit. The courthouse is in Rocksprings at the main county courthouse building. Phone: (830) 683-2235.
Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Bring photo ID when requesting records in person. The office typically accepts cash and check. Call to confirm payment options before your visit.
The Edwards County official website provides courthouse contact details and county office listings.
The site lists department contacts and provides any available online access to county records and courthouse information.
198th District Court and Edwards County
The 198th District Court serves Edwards County along with Bandera, Gillespie, Kerr, and Real Counties. It has jurisdiction over all felony criminal cases arising in Edwards County. Because this court covers five counties, its schedule in Rocksprings is limited. All felony case files for Edwards County matters are kept by the District Clerk regardless of where the judge sits on any given day.
Felony levels in Edwards County follow the Texas Penal Code. State jail felonies carry 180 days to 2 years. 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 carry death or life without parole. Each level creates a court record that is public unless restricted by a court order.
Grand jury proceedings in Edwards County result in indictments filed with the District Clerk. Each indictment gets a cause number. The case file grows with every subsequent filing. Bond papers, motions, and the final judgment are all indexed and available for public review unless sealed or expunged.
Searching Edwards County Criminal Records Online
The re:SearchTX portal is the best online starting point for Edwards County felony records. It is free and covers all Texas counties. Select Edwards County as the location and search by defendant name or cause number. Results include the case name, filing date, charge, and current status. Docket entries show the sequence of filings in each case.
Document images in re:SearchTX are limited for small rural counties like Edwards. For actual document copies, contact the District Clerk at (830) 683-2235. Staff can provide plain copies for $1 per page and certified copies for an additional $5 per document. A $5 name search fee applies when no cause number is provided.
The Texas DPS Crime Records Service provides a statewide criminal history search for $3 per name. This draws from conviction data reported by all Texas courts including Edwards County. A CRS Public Website Account is needed.
Getting Copies of Edwards County Felony Records
For in-person requests, visit the Edwards County Courthouse in Rocksprings. Bring a photo ID. Provide the defendant's name or cause number. Staff will search for the file and make copies. Same-day service is typical.
For mail requests, write to the Edwards County District Clerk in Rocksprings, TX 78880. Include the defendant's name, case year, cause number if known, and a description of the documents needed. Include payment for copy fees. Plain copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an additional $5 per document.
Under Texas Government Code Chapter 552, agencies have 10 business days to respond to public information requests. Most felony records are public. Juvenile files, sealed records, and expunged cases are not subject to public disclosure.
State-Level Criminal Justice Resources
The TDCJ offender search shows current prison status for anyone in Texas state custody. Search by name or TDCJ number. Results show the current unit, offense type, and projected release date. This tool is useful when you need to locate a person convicted of a felony in Edwards County who received a prison sentence.
The Texas Sex Offender Registry can be searched by Edwards County. It lists all registered offenders with current address and offense history data. The registry is maintained by the Texas DPS.
The Texas Attorney General's Open Government page explains public information rights and how to challenge a denied records request. The AG can issue rulings that require agencies to release records they have improperly withheld.
Nearby Counties
Edwards County is in the Hill Country and borders several other counties. Use these links to find felony records for nearby areas.