Hall County Felony Records
Hall County felony records are filed and kept by the District Clerk in Memphis, Texas. The 100th District Court handles all felony criminal cases for the county. This page explains how to search, access, and request copies of those public court records.
Hall County Overview
Hall County District Clerk
The Hall County District/County Clerk's office is located at the Hall County Courthouse, 512 W. Main Street, Memphis, TX 79245. Phone: (806) 259-2638. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. In small Texas counties like Hall, the District Clerk and County Clerk roles are often combined into one office. The clerk files all felony indictments, keeps case records, and provides copies on request.
Memphis is the county seat and the main town in Hall County, a small Red River Valley county in the eastern Texas Panhandle. The population is low, so the caseload is modest. Staff at the combined clerk's office can generally help walk-in visitors quickly. Bring the defendant's full name and approximate year for the search. A cause number will speed things up even more.
For older Hall County records, the clerk's office maintains files going back many decades. Paper files for very old cases may require more time to locate. If you are researching a case from before digital record-keeping was common, calling ahead to give the clerk time to prepare is a good idea.
The Hall County official website lists contact information for county departments including the clerk's office.
The county website is a quick way to confirm current office hours and contact numbers before making the drive to Memphis.
Felony Cases in the 100th District Court
The 100th District Court handles felony criminal cases for Hall County. This court also serves other counties in the region, so the judge rotates among multiple courthouses. When sitting in Memphis, all Hall County felony proceedings take place at the courthouse on Main Street. The District Clerk maintains the official record for each case.
Hall County sees relatively few felony filings each year because of its small population. The cases that are filed, however, follow the same structure as in any Texas county. State jail felonies carry 180 days to 2 years. Third-degree felonies bring 2 to 10 years. Second-degree felonies run 2 to 20 years. First-degree felonies carry 5 to 99 years or life. Capital felonies may result in life without parole or the death penalty.
Once filed, all felony cases in Hall County are public record unless sealed by court order. Convictions, acquittals, dismissals, and deferred adjudication outcomes are accessible under Texas Government Code Chapter 411. Individuals who complete deferred adjudication may later seek a nondisclosure order to limit access to their record.
Note: The 100th District Court rotates among several counties. Call the Hall County District Clerk to confirm when the court is next scheduled to sit in Memphis before visiting for a specific hearing.
Searching Hall County Felony Records Online
The re:SearchTX statewide court portal is the best online tool for Hall County felony record searches. This system covers all 254 Texas counties and is free for basic lookups. Search by party name, cause number, or attorney. Case status, party information, hearing dates, and some document images are available. Data refreshes nightly.
For statewide criminal history checks, use the Texas DPS Crime Records Service. Name-based searches cost $3 each. Create a free account before searching. Fingerprint-based FAST searches are more precise and required for formal background check purposes. Both tools cover Hall County criminal history.
Hall County is unlikely to have its own local online court portal given its small size. Re:SearchTX is your best online option for remote case lookups. For records that predate digital systems, an in-person or mail request to the clerk's office in Memphis is the most reliable approach.
Requesting Copies of Felony Records
Copy fees in Hall County follow Texas law. Plain copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies run $1 per page plus $5 per document for the certification. Name-based search fees without a cause number are $5 per name. These rates apply across most Texas county and district clerk offices under the Texas Local Government Code.
For mail requests, write to Hall County District/County Clerk, 512 W. Main Street, Memphis, TX 79245. Include the defendant's full name, approximate case year, cause number if known, and a money order for the estimated copy cost. The clerk will contact you if more payment is needed.
Walk-in visits during regular hours are the fastest approach. Bring photo ID. Given the small office size, calling ahead is a good idea for larger or older document requests. The clerk can pull the file in advance to save time on your visit.
Under the Texas Public Information Act, Government Code Chapter 552, government bodies must respond to public records requests within 10 business days. If more time is needed or records will be withheld, the agency must notify you and may seek an opinion from the Texas Attorney General.
Statewide Resources for Hall County Cases
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice Offender Search covers all people in Texas state prisons. Search by name, TDCJ number, or SID. Results show current facility, projected release date, and offense information. People convicted in Hall County and sent to TDCJ will appear here.
The Texas Sex Offender Registry lists all registered sex offenders in Hall County. It is searchable by county, zip code, or name and is maintained by Texas DPS under Government Code Chapter 62. Records include name, date of birth, address, and offense details. Searches are free.
For expunctions in Hall County, the process follows Chapter 55 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. For nondisclosure orders, see Government Code Chapter 411, Subchapter E-1. The District Clerk in Memphis can provide petition forms. The Texas Office of Court Administration publishes annual felony caseload statistics for all Texas counties.
Nearby Counties
Hall County is in the eastern Texas Panhandle near the Red River. Records for neighboring counties are at the links below.