Access Maverick County Felony Records
Maverick County felony records are maintained by the District Clerk in Eagle Pass, Texas, and cover all criminal cases heard by the county district court. This page explains how to find, search, and obtain copies of those records.
Maverick County Overview
Maverick County District Clerk
The Maverick County District Clerk is the official keeper of all felony records in the county. The office is at the Maverick County Courthouse in Eagle Pass, Texas. Staff can search for cases by name or cause number, pull copies of court documents, and certify records on request. All felony indictments, motions, court orders, and judgments from the district court are filed and indexed through this office.
Maverick County is on the Texas-Mexico border in the southwest part of the state. Eagle Pass is the county seat and a significant border crossing point. The county's location means it sees a notable volume of federal-local joint cases, including drug trafficking and border-related felony charges. Many of these cases are prosecuted in federal court, but state-level felony matters go through the Maverick County district court and are recorded by the District Clerk.
Copy fees follow the Texas statewide schedule: $1 per page for plain copies, $5 per document for certified copies. A name search fee applies if staff must search manually. Call ahead to confirm hours and fees before visiting or mailing a request. Include payment with mail requests, payable to Maverick County.
The Maverick County official website provides department contact information and links to county offices.
Use the county site to find the District Clerk's phone number, hours, and physical address before visiting.
District Court Felony Jurisdiction in Maverick County
The 293rd District Court handles all felony criminal cases in Maverick County. This court has authority over the full range of Texas felony offenses, from state jail felonies to capital crimes. Every document produced during a felony case, from the original indictment to the final judgment, is filed with and maintained by the District Clerk.
Texas felony classes include: capital felonies (death penalty or life without parole), first-degree (5 to 99 years or life), second-degree (2 to 20 years), third-degree (2 to 10 years), and state jail (180 days to 2 years in a state jail facility). The severity of the charge determines where a convicted person serves their sentence and what type of post-conviction relief may be available.
Border counties like Maverick often see felony cases involving controlled substances, weapons, and human trafficking offenses alongside the standard range of local criminal matters. Federal agencies may be involved in some investigations, leading to cases being filed in federal court. For state-level felony records specifically, the District Clerk's office in Eagle Pass is the right source.
How to Search Maverick County Felony Records Online
The re:SearchTX portal is the main free tool for looking up Maverick County felony records online. The statewide system covers all 254 Texas counties. Search by defendant name, cause number, or attorney. The portal shows case type, parties, docket entries, and current status. Some documents are available for free; others may require a registered account.
If the online results do not include the case you need, contact the District Clerk's office directly. Older cases may be in paper indexes or earlier filing systems that are not fully synced with the online portal. Staff can perform manual searches and pull older files. Always call ahead if you need records from several years ago to confirm availability and turnaround time.
The Texas DPS Crime Records Service is available for statewide criminal history lookups. A name-based check costs $3. This draws from the Texas DPS criminal history database, which includes all counties. For formal background checks, fingerprint-based searches are more precise.
Note: Some Maverick County records may involve both state and federal charges. Federal court records are separate from state court records and are not available through re:SearchTX.
Maverick County Sheriff and Arrest Records
The Maverick County Sheriff's Office handles county arrests and maintains the jail. Felony arrests generate booking records that are submitted to the Texas DPS criminal history database. Most arrest records are public under the Texas Public Information Act.
To request arrest records, submit a written public information request to the Sheriff's Office. Under Government Code Chapter 552, the agency has 10 business days to respond. Records tied to active investigations may be withheld temporarily, but the agency must explain in writing what is being withheld and cite the legal basis.
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice offender search covers state prison inmates. If a person was convicted in Maverick County and sent to a Texas state prison, they will show up in this system. Search by name, TDCJ number, or SID. Results include facility, sentence, and projected release date.
Expunctions and Nondisclosure Orders
Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, a person may petition for expunction of a felony arrest record when the case was dismissed, the person was acquitted, or no prosecution occurred within the statute of limitations. Expunction orders require all agencies to permanently destroy the records. Petitions must be filed in the 293rd District Court in Maverick County.
Nondisclosure orders are available for some deferred adjudication cases after successful discharge from supervision. This seals the record from public view but does not erase it from government systems. Serious offenses and certain repeat offenses are excluded from nondisclosure eligibility under Texas law.
Official forms are available at txcourts.gov through the Office of Court Administration. Free guides are at texaslawhelp.org. An attorney experienced in Texas criminal record relief can confirm eligibility and help prepare the correct paperwork for your specific situation.
Statewide Resources for Maverick County Cases
The Texas Sex Offender Registry is searchable by county, city, zip code, or name. Registered sex offenders with Maverick County addresses are listed here. The registry is managed by the Texas DPS and is free to search.
The Texas Attorney General Open Government page explains your rights under the Public Information Act and how to file a request. If a county agency denies a request, the AG can issue a formal opinion. The Open Government Hotline is (877) OPEN-TEX.
The Texas Judicial Branch website has court forms, rules, and procedures for all Texas courts. TexasCourtHelp.org provides plain-language guidance on navigating the criminal court process without an attorney. Both are useful if you are dealing with a case in Maverick County.
Nearby Counties
Maverick County is on the Southwest Texas border and neighbors several other counties. Felony records for those areas are available through their county pages.