Fisher County Felony Records

Fisher County felony records are maintained by the District Clerk at the Fisher County Courthouse in Roby, the county seat. All felony criminal cases filed in Fisher County go through the district court, and the District Clerk keeps the complete court files for every case. Fisher County is a small, rural county in west Texas, located southeast of Lubbock. Roby serves as the county seat and the main courthouse location. To search for felony records from Fisher County, use the re:SearchTX portal online or contact the District Clerk's office directly in Roby.

Fisher County District Clerk

The Fisher County District Clerk is responsible for all official court records in the county. The clerk maintains case files for felony criminal cases, civil matters, and family law cases that go through the district court. Each document filed in a case becomes part of the permanent court record kept by the clerk's office. After a felony case ends, the clerk sends the disposition to the Texas Department of Public Safety for the statewide criminal history database.

The 32nd Judicial District Court serves Fisher County along with several neighboring counties in the region. This multi-county district is common in rural West Texas, where population levels do not support a full-time dedicated court for each county. The judge travels to each county on a set schedule. The Clerk's office in Roby is the place to file documents and request records for Fisher County cases.

How to Search Fisher County Felony Records

Fisher County felony records can be searched online through re:SearchTX or in person at the Roby courthouse. For small counties like Fisher, the online search covers recent cases well. Older records may only be available at the courthouse.

The re:SearchTX portal covers Fisher County as part of the 32nd Judicial District. Search by party name or cause number. Results show charge type, filing date, parties, and case status. Basic searches are free. Document image access may require a subscription for some filings. This portal is run by the Texas Office of Court Administration and is the standard online tool for Texas court records.

In person at the Fisher County Courthouse in Roby, the District Clerk can search by name or cause number. Bring a photo ID. Copy fees are $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 per document plus the copy fee. A $5.00 research fee applies when the clerk has to locate a cause number for you. No personal checks accepted for fees.

For state-level resources, use Texas DPS at dps.texas.gov/section/crime-records for a statewide criminal history search at $3.00 per name. For TDCJ inmates from Fisher County, check offender.tdcj.texas.gov for current housing and offense details.

Fisher County Felony Records: What They Contain

A felony case file in Fisher County includes every official document filed from the time the charge was brought until the case was closed. The District Clerk in Roby holds these files and provides copies on request.

Most felony cases in Fisher County start with a grand jury indictment. This document names the defendant and states the specific charges and facts alleged by the state. The file shows what happened after the indictment: bond paperwork, conditions of release, any pre-trial hearings, and motions filed by both sides. If the defendant entered a plea, the written plea agreement is part of the file. If there was a trial, the verdict and the signed judgment of conviction are in the record. The final judgment shows the sentence, including prison time, probation terms, fines, and any restitution ordered.

All felony records in Fisher County are public unless sealed by a court order. Juvenile records are sealed by state law. Expunged records are removed from public access. For anything you cannot find online, call the District Clerk's office before making the drive to Roby to confirm the record exists and is available.

Note: Fisher County is a very small county with limited staff. Call ahead to confirm office hours and availability before your visit.

State Resources for Fisher County Records

State tools complement the Fisher County courthouse for criminal record searches. These resources are available online and can provide broader coverage than a single-county search.

Re:SearchTX at research.txcourts.gov is the primary online source for Fisher County court records. It covers the 32nd Judicial District Court and provides case summaries for free. This is the best starting point for any felony record search.

TDCJ Offender Search at offender.tdcj.texas.gov shows individuals serving state prison sentences. If someone was convicted of a felony in Fisher County and sent to a state facility, they should appear here. The search is free and shows unit, offense, and expected release date.

Texas DPS criminal history at dps.texas.gov/section/crime-records provides statewide searches for $3.00 per name. This is especially useful for Fisher County since the county's online records may have gaps for older cases. The DPS database covers felony convictions from every Texas county.

Cities in Fisher County

Fisher County includes Roby, Rotan, and other small communities. All felony cases from the county are handled by the District Court in Roby.

No cities in Fisher County meet the population threshold for individual records pages. All felony case filings go through the Fisher County District Clerk in Roby.

Nearby Counties

Fisher County is surrounded by small counties in West Texas. Check where the offense occurred to find the correct court.