Hansford County Felony Records
Hansford County felony records are filed and maintained by the District Clerk in Spearman, Texas. The 84th District Court handles all felony criminal cases for the county. This page covers how to find, access, and request copies of those public records.
Hansford County Overview
Hansford County District Clerk
The Hansford County District/County Clerk's office is at the Hansford County Courthouse, 15 Northwest Court, Spearman, TX 79081. Phone: (806) 659-4110. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. In small Panhandle counties like Hansford, one elected official often serves as both District Clerk and County Clerk. This office files all felony indictments, keeps official case records, and provides copies on request.
Spearman is the county seat of this small Panhandle county in far northwest Texas near the Oklahoma border. The county has an agricultural economy. Because the population is small, the felony caseload is modest. Staff can usually help walk-in visitors efficiently. Bring the defendant's full name and approximate year for the search. A cause number will speed things up considerably.
The clerk maintains permanent records of all felony cases filed in Hansford County. Even cases from many years ago remain on file. For records stored only in paper archives, call ahead to give the clerk time to locate them before your visit. Written mail requests are also accepted if you cannot visit in person.
The Hansford County official website provides contact details and links to county services.
The county website is useful for confirming the clerk's current office hours and contact details before making the long drive to Spearman.
Felony Cases in the 84th District Court
The 84th District Court handles all felony criminal cases for Hansford County. This court also serves other Panhandle counties. When sitting in Spearman, all Hansford County felony proceedings take place at the courthouse. The judge rotates among the counties in the district on a set schedule.
Felony levels under the Texas Penal Code are the same statewide. 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 imprisonment or the death penalty. All types are processed through the 84th District Court when filed in Hansford County. The District Clerk indexes each case and keeps the official record.
All felony cases are public record in Texas once filed unless sealed. Convictions, acquittals, dismissals, and deferred adjudication outcomes are accessible under Texas Government Code Chapter 411. Individuals who complete deferred adjudication may seek a nondisclosure order to limit access to their record.
Note: Call the Hansford County District Clerk to confirm court schedule dates in Spearman, as the 84th District Court rotates among several Panhandle counties.
Searching Hansford County Felony Records Online
The re:SearchTX statewide court portal is the best online option for Hansford County felony record searches. It covers all 254 Texas counties and is free for basic lookups. Search by party name, cause number, or attorney. Case status, party information, and hearing dates are available. The portal 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 you search. Fingerprint-based FAST searches are more precise and required for formal background check purposes. Both tools cover Hansford County criminal history going back many years.
Hansford County is a small rural county and is unlikely to have a dedicated local online court portal. Re:SearchTX is your best remote search option. For records that predate digital systems, a mail request to the clerk in Spearman is the most reliable approach. Include as much identifying information as possible in your request.
Requesting Copies of Felony Records
Standard copy fees apply in Hansford County. 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. Payment is typically accepted by cash, money order, and cashier's check. Call ahead to confirm whether card payments are available.
For mail requests, write to Hansford County District/County Clerk, 15 Northwest Court, Spearman, TX 79081. Include the defendant's full name, approximate case year, and cause number if known. Include a money order for the estimated copy cost. The clerk will contact you if more payment is needed or if the record cannot be found.
Walk-in visits during regular business hours are the fastest method. Bring photo ID. For larger or older files, calling ahead is recommended so the clerk can pull the materials in advance. Public access terminals may be available at the courthouse.
Under the Texas Public Information Act, Government Code Chapter 552, government bodies must respond to public records requests within 10 business days. If they need more time or plan to withhold records, they must notify you and may seek an opinion from the Texas Attorney General.
Statewide Resources for Hansford 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 Hansford County and sent to TDCJ will appear here.
The Texas Sex Offender Registry lists all registered sex offenders in Hansford 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 Hansford County, the governing law is Chapter 55 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. For nondisclosure orders, see Government Code Chapter 411, Subchapter E-1. The District Clerk in Spearman can provide petition forms. The Texas State Law Library criminal records guide has plain-language explanations of how to access and clear criminal records in Texas.
Nearby Counties
Hansford County is in the far northwest Texas Panhandle. Records for neighboring counties are at the links below.