Hood County Felony Records

Hood County felony records are maintained by the District Clerk at the Hood County Courthouse in Granbury. The District Clerk holds the official court files for all felony criminal cases processed in the county, from the grand jury indictment through the final judgment and sentence. Hood County is located southwest of Fort Worth along the Brazos River, and Granbury is the county seat and courthouse location. Hood County has seen steady population growth as part of the DFW metro expansion. To search for Hood County felony records, use re:SearchTX online or visit the District Clerk's office in Granbury.

Hood County District Clerk

The Hood County District Clerk is the official keeper of all district court records in the county. The clerk maintains case files for felony criminal cases, civil matters, family law, and juvenile cases. Every document filed with the court becomes part of the official record. The clerk also coordinates jury service, collects court fees and fines, issues subpoenas, and reports all felony case outcomes to the Texas Department of Public Safety after each case closes.

The 355th Judicial District Court serves Hood County and handles all felony criminal cases filed in the county. The court also handles civil cases over $200,000 and family law matters. The courthouse is located in Granbury's historic town square. Hood County's case volume has grown as the population has increased, and the court handles a mix of property crimes, drug offenses, assault cases, and other felony matters common to a growing suburban county near a major metro area.

Searching Hood County Felony Records

Hood County felony records can be searched online through re:SearchTX or in person at the Granbury courthouse. For basic case information, the online portal works well. For full documents and certified copies, go to the courthouse.

The re:SearchTX portal is the main online source for Hood County court records. It covers the 355th Judicial District and is run by the Texas Office of Court Administration. Search by party name or cause number. Results show filing date, parties, charge type, and case status. Basic searches are free. Some document images require a paid subscription.

In person at the Hood County Courthouse in Granbury, bring a photo ID. Staff can search by name or cause number. Copy fees are $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 per document plus the copy fee. A $5.00 research fee applies if you do not have the cause number. Cash, money orders, and credit cards are accepted.

Texas DPS at dps.texas.gov/section/crime-records provides statewide criminal history for $3.00 per name. For TDCJ inmates from Hood County, use offender.tdcj.texas.gov.

Hood County Felony Records: What's Included

Hood County felony case files are public records held by the District Clerk. Each file contains every official document from the time the charge was filed until the case ended.

A typical Hood County felony case file starts with a grand jury indictment naming the defendant and stating the charge. The file includes bond paperwork, conditions of release, pre-trial motions, and all court orders. If the defendant took a plea, the written agreement is in the file. If the case went to trial, the verdict and final judgment are part of the permanent record. The judgment shows the full sentence, including prison time, fines, probation terms, and any restitution.

Felony records in Hood County are public except for sealed records, juvenile files, and expunged cases. For older cases or files not available online, contact the District Clerk's office in Granbury. They can tell you what records exist and how to request them.

Note: Hood County's proximity to Fort Worth means some cases may involve the Tarrant County federal court system as well. For federal felony cases, the Northern District of Texas federal court covers Hood County. Check PACER at pacer.gov for federal case records.

State Resources for Hood County Records

These three state tools are the most useful supplements to the Hood County courthouse for felony record searches.

Re:SearchTX at research.txcourts.gov covers the 355th Judicial District and Hood County. Free for basic case summaries. Best online tool for Hood County felony lookups.

TDCJ Offender Search at offender.tdcj.texas.gov shows Texas state prison inmates. If a Hood County felony conviction resulted in a state sentence, the person should appear here. Free to search.

Texas DPS at dps.texas.gov/section/crime-records provides statewide criminal history for $3.00 per name. Covers all Texas counties.

Cities in Hood County

Hood County includes Granbury, Acton, Cresson, and other communities. All felony cases are handled through the District Court in Granbury.

No cities in Hood County currently meet the population threshold for individual records pages. All felony filings go through the Hood County District Clerk in Granbury.

Nearby Counties

Hood County is southwest of Fort Worth in the DFW region.