Lubbock County Felony Records
Lubbock County felony records are maintained by the District Clerk at the Lubbock County Courthouse in Lubbock, the county seat. The District Clerk is the official custodian of all court files for felony criminal cases in the county, holding records from the grand jury indictment through the final judgment and sentence. Lubbock County is a large county on the South Plains of Texas, home to Texas Tech University and the Hub City. The county includes the city of Lubbock and several surrounding communities. Use the Lubbock County District Clerk website or re:SearchTX to search for felony cases, or visit the courthouse on Broadway in downtown Lubbock.
Lubbock County Overview
Lubbock County District Clerk
The Lubbock County District Clerk maintains all official records for the district courts in the county. For felony criminal cases, the clerk files every document from the initial charge through the final sentencing order. The office collects court fees, coordinates jury selection, issues subpoenas, and reports all felony case dispositions to the Texas Department of Public Safety once each case is closed.
Lubbock County has multiple district courts: 72nd, 99th, 137th, 140th, 237th, 286th, and the 364th Criminal District Court. The 364th District Court is the dedicated Criminal District Court for Lubbock County. It handles all felony criminal cases including violent crimes, drug offenses, property crimes, and white-collar crimes. Other district courts in the county handle civil, family, and juvenile matters. All courts are located at the Lubbock County Courthouse and the Lubbock County Justice Center.
| Office | Lubbock County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | Lubbock County Courthouse 904 Broadway, Room 207 Lubbock, TX 79401 |
| Phone | (806) 775-1014 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | co.lubbock.tx.us |
The County Clerk is a separate office also located at 904 Broadway, Room 207. Phone: (806) 775-1630. The County Clerk handles misdemeanor criminal cases, civil cases under $200,000, probate matters, and real property records. For felony cases, contact the District Clerk.
How to Search Lubbock County Felony Records
Lubbock County offers several ways to search for felony records. The county uses an online portal and links to the statewide re:SearchTX system. In-person searches are available at the courthouse on Broadway in Lubbock.
The re:SearchTX portal covers all Lubbock County district courts including the 364th Criminal District Court. Search by party name or cause number. Results show case type, filing date, parties, charge information, and current status. Basic searches are free. Some document images require a paid subscription. The portal is updated regularly by the Texas Office of Court Administration.
The Lubbock County District Clerk website at co.lubbock.tx.us links to additional court and records resources. Online access provides case status, party information, hearing dates, and some document images. The county's Odyssey-based portal is one of the better county-level tools available for a city of Lubbock's size.
In person at the courthouse, staff can search by name or cause number. Bring a photo ID. Copy fees are $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 per document plus the per-page fee. A $5.00 research fee applies when you do not have a cause number. Cash, money orders, or credit cards are accepted.
For statewide criminal history, Texas DPS at dps.texas.gov/section/crime-records provides searches for $3.00 per name. For TDCJ inmates from Lubbock County, the offender search is at offender.tdcj.texas.gov.
Lubbock County 364th Criminal District Court
The 364th Criminal District Court is the dedicated felony court for Lubbock County. It handles all felony criminal cases filed in the county. This court is located at the Lubbock County Justice Center. Having a dedicated criminal district court means felony cases in Lubbock County are handled by judges and staff who specialize in criminal matters.
The 364th Criminal District Court handles a wide range of felony charges. Drug cases, theft, assault, robbery, sexual assault, murder, and white-collar crimes all come through this court. Cases are typically assigned to this court after the grand jury returns an indictment. Pre-trial motions, hearings, plea proceedings, and trials are all conducted here.
The Lubbock County Sheriff's Office at 916 Main St., Lubbock, TX 79401 handles bookings and jail records. The Lubbock County District Attorney's Office handles prosecutions. If you are looking for jail records or booking information for someone recently arrested in Lubbock County, contact the Sheriff's Office directly. Court case records from the 364th are kept by the District Clerk.
Lubbock County Felony Records: Contents
Lubbock County felony case files are public records maintained by the District Clerk. Each file includes every official document from the time the charge was filed until the case closed.
A Lubbock County felony file starts with a grand jury indictment naming the defendant and stating the charges. The file shows bond paperwork, conditions of release, and any violations. Pre-trial motions from both the defense and prosecution, along with the court's rulings, make up much of the file. Written plea agreements are in the file if the case was resolved by plea. If the case went to trial, the trial transcript, verdict, and final judgment are permanent records. The judgment shows the full sentence, including prison time, fines, probation conditions, and restitution.
Online searches through re:SearchTX or the county portal show party names, case type, filing date, charge descriptions, hearing dates, and case status. Full document images are available for some cases online. For complete files and certified copies, visit the courthouse.
Note: Lubbock County handles a significant case volume as the main city on the South Plains. Recent cases are well-indexed online. For older or complex cases, contact the District Clerk's office directly.
State Resources for Lubbock County Records
Three state tools are most useful for Lubbock County felony record searches.
Re:SearchTX at research.txcourts.gov covers all Lubbock County district courts including the 364th. Best online tool. Free for basic case summaries.
TDCJ Offender Search at offender.tdcj.texas.gov shows current Texas state prison inmates. Anyone serving a state sentence following a Lubbock County conviction should appear here. Free to search by name or TDCJ number.
Texas DPS at dps.texas.gov/section/crime-records provides statewide criminal history for $3.00. Covers all Texas counties. Useful for checking records across multiple counties if a person has moved.
Cities in Lubbock County
Lubbock County includes the city of Lubbock and several surrounding communities. All felony cases from these areas are handled by the 364th Criminal District Court in Lubbock.
Other communities in Lubbock County include Slaton, Wolfforth, and Shallowater. All felony cases go through the Lubbock County District Court system.
Nearby Counties
Lubbock County is the hub of the South Plains region. These neighboring counties have their own courts.