Find Stonewall County Felony Records
Stonewall County felony records are maintained at the District/County Clerk's office in Aspermont. The combined clerk's office handles all court records for felony cases that go through the Stonewall County District Court, and those records are public under Texas law.
Stonewall County Overview
Stonewall County District/County Clerk
Stonewall County uses a combined District/County Clerk's office that handles all court records. Felony case files for all charges processed through the District Court are stored here. Staff can look up cases by name or cause number and provide copies to the public. Given the county's small size, calling ahead before visiting is a good idea.
Stonewall County is in West Texas in the Rolling Plains area between Abilene and Lubbock. Aspermont is the county seat. The 39th Judicial District Court serves Stonewall County along with other West Texas counties in the region. Felony case volume is low given the county's small population, but all records are accessible and public.
| Office | Stonewall County District/County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 128 W. Main St., Aspermont, TX 79502 |
| Phone | (940) 989-2256 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
The statewide re:SearchTX portal is the best tool for finding Stonewall County felony case records online without traveling to Aspermont.
re:SearchTX at research.txcourts.gov covers all Stonewall County District Court felony cases. Search is free for basic case information.
Searching Stonewall County Felony Records
Use re:SearchTX for online case searches. This statewide system covers all 254 Texas counties. Search Stonewall County felony cases by party name or cause number. Case summaries and docket entries are free. Some document downloads may need a paid account.
For in-person searches, go to the Stonewall County Courthouse at 128 W. Main St. in Aspermont. Call ahead at (940) 989-2256 to confirm hours and that staff will be able to help you. Bring the defendant's full name and an approximate case year if you do not have a cause number. Standard fees apply for copies.
Mail requests are also accepted. Send a written request with case details, contact information, and payment to the clerk's office in Aspermont. Allow several business days for processing and return mailing.
For a statewide criminal history check, the Texas DPS system covers all Texas counties. This is useful if you want to see someone's full Texas criminal history beyond just Stonewall County.
State Prison Records for Stonewall County Cases
Anyone convicted of a felony in Stonewall County and sentenced to state prison will appear in the TDCJ Offender Search. This free database covers all Texas state prison inmates. Search by name or TDCJ number for offense details, sentence, and current status.
Stonewall County's small population means state prison sentences are not common in absolute numbers, but the TDCJ database does capture anyone sentenced from here. For people who got probation or county jail instead of prison, you would need to check the courthouse records directly.
Note: TDCJ only covers state prison. People on probation or deferred adjudication from Stonewall County cases are not listed in the TDCJ database.
Texas Felony Law in Stonewall County
All felony cases in Stonewall County follow Texas Penal Code. Most adult felony court records are public under Government Code Chapter 552. Juvenile records and expunged records are exceptions. If a case was expunged after a dismissal or acquittal, it is removed from public access entirely.
The Texas Attorney General enforces open records rules. If a records request is improperly denied, contact the AG's Open Government Hotline at (877) OPEN-TEX. The AG can issue a ruling requiring the county to release records that should be public.
Free legal help in this part of West Texas may be available through Lone Star Legal Aid at (800) 733-8394. The State Bar of Texas referral line at (800) 252-9690 can also connect you with a local attorney in the area.
Other Resources for Stonewall County
The Texas Sex Offender Registry lets you search for registered sex offenders by Stonewall County. Each record shows offense type, current address, and risk level. The registry is free online.
The Texas Office of Court Administration publishes annual felony statistics for all Texas counties, including Stonewall. These reports show case filing and outcome trends without naming individual defendants.
The Texas State Law Library guide at guides.sll.texas.gov/criminal-records explains Texas criminal records law in plain language. It covers court records, DPS history checks, expunctions, and nondisclosures at no cost.