Lamar County Felony Records
Lamar County felony records are filed with the District Clerk in Paris, Texas, covering all criminal cases heard by the Lamar County district courts. This page explains where to find those records and how to request them.
Lamar County Overview
Lamar County District Clerk
The Lamar County District Clerk keeps all felony records for the county. The office is in Paris, Texas, at the Lamar County Courthouse. Felony indictments, case filings, court orders, and final judgments are all maintained here. Staff can search by name or cause number and provide copies during regular business hours.
Lamar County has two district courts: the 6th District Court and the 62nd District Court. Both courts sit in Paris and handle felony criminal cases, civil matters, and family law. The 6th is one of the oldest district courts in Texas. Together they handle all felony case filings in Lamar County from indictment through final disposition.
The Lamar County Courthouse is at 119 N. Main St., Paris, TX 75460. Call the District Clerk at (903) 737-2420. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Having a cause number or the full name of the defendant will help staff pull records quickly.
The Lamar County official website provides contact information and department listings for county offices in Paris, Texas.
Use the county website to confirm the right department contact before calling or visiting for Lamar County felony records.
Felony Cases in Lamar County
Lamar County felony cases begin with a grand jury indictment. Once an indictment is returned, the District Clerk opens a file. From that point, every arraignment, motion, hearing, plea, and sentencing record is added to the case file. When the case closes, the final judgment becomes a permanent public record.
Lamar County is in Northeast Texas near the Oklahoma border. Paris is the county seat and the largest city. The county sees felony cases across all categories, including drug offenses, violent crimes, property crimes, and repeat DWI charges. All of these flow through the 6th and 62nd District Courts.
Texas felony classifications cover five levels. 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 felonies can result in death or life without parole. All levels are handled in Lamar County.
Searching Records Online
The re:SearchTX portal is the primary free option for searching Lamar County felony records online. The system covers all 254 Texas counties and lets you search by party name, cause number, or attorney. Basic case information and docket entries are free. Some document images may require a subscription.
In-person access at the courthouse in Paris is free during business hours. Public access terminals are available in the clerk's office lobby. If you need paper copies, staff will prepare them for $1 per page. Certified copies cost $5 per document in addition to the per-page fee. A name research fee of $5 may apply when you don't have a cause number.
For mail requests, send to the Lamar County District Clerk, 119 N. Main St., Paris, TX 75460. Include the defendant's name, approximate case year, and cause number if available. Include payment for copy fees or ask for an invoice.
Arrest Records and Sheriff's Office
The Lamar County Sheriff's Office maintains arrest records and jail information. You can request these under the Texas Public Information Act. Under Texas Government Code Chapter 552, the office must respond within 10 business days. Arrest records for cases that have been charged are generally public.
The Paris Police Department also maintains records for arrests made within city limits. Incident reports and arrest records from city police can be requested through the Paris PD records division. The county jail holds inmates from both city and county arrests pending arraignment or sentencing.
State Criminal Records Resources
The Texas DPS Crime Records Service offers name-based criminal history searches for $3 per name statewide. Fingerprint-based searches are better for formal purposes and more complete. Both require a CRS Public Website Account. Results cover convictions and deferred adjudications from all Texas counties including Lamar.
The TDCJ offender search shows anyone currently in Texas state prison. If someone was sentenced after a Lamar County felony conviction, they will appear in the system. Search by name or TDCJ number. Results show the facility, offense, and projected release date.
The Texas Sex Offender Registry is searchable by county and covers all registered offenders in Lamar County. Under Texas Government Code Chapter 411, felony conviction records are public. Expunged records under Chapter 55 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure are not available to the public once expunged.
Nearby Counties
Lamar County is in Northeast Texas near the Oklahoma state line. These neighboring counties maintain their own felony records.