Harrison County Felony Records
Harrison County felony records are kept by the District Clerk's office in Marshall, Texas. The 71st and 202nd District Courts handle all felony criminal cases for the county. This page explains how to find, access, and request copies of those public court records.
Harrison County Overview
Harrison County District Clerk
The Harrison County District Clerk's office is at the Harrison County Courthouse, 200 W. Houston Street, Marshall, TX 75670. Phone: (903) 935-8413. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The District Clerk files all felony indictments, maintains official case records, collects court fees, and provides copies on request. Staff can search by defendant name or cause number. Walk-in visits and mail requests are both accepted.
Marshall is the county seat and the main city in Harrison County in East Texas. Longview, which straddles the Gregg-Harrison county line, also contributes cases to the Harrison County docket. If you are searching for a Longview-area case and cannot find it in Harrison County records, check the Gregg County District Clerk as well, since jurisdiction depends on which side of the county line the offense occurred.
The District Clerk keeps permanent records of all felony cases filed in Harrison County. Cases go on file from arraignment through final judgment, and the record stays with the clerk's office even after a case closes. The clerk also handles civil, family, and juvenile case records, so when you contact the office or visit, specify that you are looking for a criminal felony file.
Note: Call (903) 935-8413 to confirm current hours, as the Harrison County website may have connectivity issues. Staff can provide current contact information and office hours by phone.
Felony Courts in Harrison County
Harrison County has two district courts that handle criminal matters. The 71st District Court and the 202nd District Court both sit in Marshall at the Harrison County Courthouse. Together they cover the full caseload of felony filings for the county, from simple drug possession cases to violent felonies and serious property crimes.
The full range of Texas Penal Code felony levels applies here. 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. The District Clerk assigns cause numbers and maintains official records for all these case types.
Once filed, all felony cases in Harrison County are public record unless sealed by court order. Convictions, acquittals, dismissals, and deferred adjudication outcomes are accessible under Texas Government Code Chapter 411. People who complete deferred adjudication programs may seek a nondisclosure order to limit who can see their record.
Searching Harrison County Felony Records Online
The re:SearchTX statewide court portal is the primary online tool for Harrison 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 you search. Fingerprint-based FAST searches are more precise and required for formal background check purposes like professional licensing applications.
If you are looking for Longview-area cases specifically, run searches in both Harrison County and Gregg County on re:SearchTX. The two counties share the Longview metropolitan area. A person who committed an offense in Longview may have their case in either county depending on the address of the incident. Running both searches is the safest approach.
Requesting Copies of Felony Records
Standard copy fees apply at the Harrison County District Clerk. 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 accepted by cash, credit or debit card, money order, and cashier's check.
For in-person visits, go to 200 W. Houston Street, Marshall, TX 75670 during regular business hours. Bring photo ID and as much case information as possible. For mail requests, write to the same address with the defendant's full name, approximate year, cause number if known, and a money order for the estimated copy cost.
Under the Texas Public Information Act, Government Code Chapter 552, government bodies must respond to records requests within 10 business days. Agencies that need more time or plan to withhold records must notify the requester and may seek a ruling from the Texas Attorney General.
Statewide Resources for Harrison 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 Harrison County and transferred to TDCJ will appear here.
The Texas Sex Offender Registry lists all registered sex offenders in Harrison 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 Harrison County, see Chapter 55 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. For nondisclosure orders, see Government Code Chapter 411, Subchapter E-1. Petition forms are available from the District Clerk in Marshall. The Texas Office of Court Administration publishes annual felony caseload statistics for Harrison County and all other Texas counties.
Nearby Counties
Harrison County is in East Texas near the Louisiana border. Records for neighboring counties are at the links below.