Hutchinson County Felony Records
Hutchinson County felony records are kept by the District Clerk in Stinnett, Texas, where the district court handles all criminal cases above the misdemeanor level. This page explains how to find and access those records.
Hutchinson County Overview
Hutchinson County District Clerk
The Hutchinson County District Clerk's Office holds all felony records for the county. The office is located at the county courthouse in Stinnett, Texas. All felony indictments, criminal case filings, and judgments are maintained here. Staff can search by name or cause number and provide copies to the public during business hours.
The 84th District Court serves Hutchinson County and handles felony criminal matters along with civil and family law cases. The court sits at the Stinnett courthouse. Borger, the largest city in the county, is served by the same district court system, and all felony cases from across the county are filed with the District Clerk in Stinnett.
The Hutchinson County Courthouse is at 500 Main St., Stinnett, TX 79083. Reach the District Clerk at (806) 878-4002. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Always confirm current hours by phone before visiting.
The Hutchinson County official website lists department information and contacts for county offices including the District Clerk and Sheriff.
The county website can help you confirm the right office and phone number before contacting Hutchinson County about felony records.
Felony Cases and Court Records
Felony cases in Hutchinson County start with a grand jury indictment. After an indictment is returned, the District Clerk opens a case and tracks every proceeding from arraignment through sentencing. Each motion, order, plea agreement, and judgment becomes part of the case file. These records are public once the case is filed.
Hutchinson County is in the Texas Panhandle, near Amarillo. The county has a history tied to the oil and gas industry, and the area sees a range of felony case types including drug offenses, property crimes, and assault charges. All of these pass through the 84th District Court.
Texas felonies run from state jail level through capital. 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 can reach 99 years or life. Capital offenses can result in death or life without parole. The 84th District Court in Hutchinson County handles all five levels.
Finding Hutchinson County Records
The re:SearchTX portal is the best free online option for locating Hutchinson County felony records. This statewide tool covers all 254 Texas counties and lets you search by party name, cause number, or attorney. Basic case details and docket entries are free. Some document images may require a subscription depending on the case.
In-person visits to the Hutchinson County District Clerk's office are also an option. Public access terminals are typically available in the clerk's office. If you need paper copies, staff will prepare them. Standard fees are $1 per page for plain copies and $5 per document for certified copies. A $5 per name research fee may apply when no cause number is provided.
Written mail requests go to the Hutchinson County District Clerk at 500 Main St., Stinnett, TX 79083. Include the defendant's full name, approximate case date, and any cause number. Include payment for copy fees or ask for an invoice. Allow additional time for mail requests.
State Resources for Hutchinson County
The Texas DPS Crime Records Service offers name-based criminal history searches statewide for $3 per name. Fingerprint-based searches are more thorough and better for formal purposes. Both require a CRS account. Results cover convictions and deferred adjudications across all Texas counties, not just Hutchinson.
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice offender search lets you look up people currently in state prison. Search by name or TDCJ number. If someone from a Hutchinson County case is serving time in a state facility, they will appear in the TDCJ system. The result shows the facility, offense, and projected release date.
The Texas Sex Offender Registry is searchable by county and includes all registered offenders in Hutchinson County. The Texas Attorney General's Open Government page covers your rights to request public records. Under Texas Government Code Chapter 411, conviction records are public. Expunged records are not available.
Nearby Counties
Hutchinson County is in the Texas Panhandle. Neighboring counties also maintain felony records through their District Clerk offices.