Val Verde County Felony Records
Val Verde County felony records are maintained by the District Clerk's office in Del Rio, Texas. This South Texas border county handles felony cases through the 63rd District Court, with case files kept at the courthouse on Pecan Street. Anyone can request access to public felony records by visiting the clerk's office or using online tools like re:SearchTX and the Texas DPS criminal history system. This page explains the offices, search options, and procedures for locating felony records in Val Verde County.
Val Verde County Overview
Val Verde County District Clerk
The Val Verde County District Clerk's office in Del Rio holds all felony case records for the county. Felony charges, trial documents, judgments, and sentencing orders are filed here. The 63rd District Court covers Val Verde County and its clerk handles all records for that court. If you need documents from a felony case, this is the primary office to contact.
The County Clerk operates out of the same building and handles misdemeanor cases, probate, and civil records at the county court level. Both offices are at 400 Pecan Street in Del Rio. Bringing valid photo ID is recommended when visiting in person. Staff can search by name or cause number and assist with records requests.
| Office | Val Verde County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 400 Pecan St., Del Rio, TX 78840 |
| Phone | (830) 774-7596 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
The County Clerk, which handles non-felony court records, can be reached at (830) 774-7595, same address.
How to Search Val Verde County Felony Records
Val Verde County felony records can be searched online or at the courthouse in Del Rio. The statewide tools cover most basic searches. For official certified copies, you need to go through the District Clerk's office.
The re:SearchTX portal includes Val Verde County court data. You can search by case name or cause number and view docket entries and available documents. Registration is free. Case data updates nightly, so very recent filings may not appear right away.
The Texas DPS Computerized Criminal History system covers felony arrests and convictions across all Texas counties including Val Verde. You create a free account on the CRS Public Website and pay per search. Name-based searches are available to the public. Fingerprint searches are more accurate but are used mainly for professional licensing.
The TDCJ Offender Search covers people sentenced to Texas state prison. This is useful when you know someone was convicted of a felony offense and may be in state custody. You can search by name or TDCJ number and see the offense, current facility, and projected release date.
For in-person searches, go to 400 Pecan Street in Del Rio during business hours. The District Clerk's staff can look up cases and provide copies. Bring the full name of the person you are searching and the approximate year of the case if you have it. Certified copies require payment at the time of request.
Note: Val Verde County is a border county with active federal court activity in addition to state court cases. Federal felony cases are handled through the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, not the county courthouse.
Texas re:SearchTX Court Portal
The re:SearchTX portal gives public access to court case data from all 254 Texas counties. Val Verde County case filings, including felony cases from the 63rd District Court, are searchable through this statewide system.
The re:SearchTX portal is the official statewide search tool for Texas court records, including Val Verde County felony cases.
Val Verde County Court System
Felony cases in Val Verde County go before the 63rd District Court. This court handles all felony criminal cases as well as some civil matters for the county. The District Clerk files and maintains all records for this court.
The Val Verde County Court at Law handles Class A and Class B misdemeanors along with lower-level civil cases. If you are looking for misdemeanor records rather than felony cases, contact the County Clerk at (830) 774-7595. The two offices are in the same building but maintain separate records.
Justice of the Peace courts in Val Verde County handle Class C misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims. JP court records are kept at the precinct level and are not part of the District Clerk's records system. For JP court records, contact the relevant justice of the peace precinct office in Del Rio.
Additional Texas Felony Record Tools
Several Texas state agencies maintain databases that include Val Verde County felony data. These tools are available online and can supplement a local courthouse search.
The Texas Sex Offender Registry at sor.dps.texas.gov lists individuals required to register under Texas sex offender law. You can search by county to find registered offenders in Val Verde County. The registry includes offense details, physical description, and current registration address.
The Texas Attorney General's Office provides information about public records rights at texasattorneygeneral.gov/open-government. Court records are presumed public under the Texas Public Information Act. If you have trouble getting a records request fulfilled, the AG's Open Government Hotline at (877) OPEN-TEX can assist.
The Texas State Law Library criminal records guide at guides.sll.texas.gov/criminal-records covers the tools available for searching Texas criminal history and explains how to request expunction or nondisclosure for people seeking to clear their record.
Felony Law in Texas
Texas felony law is set out in Texas Penal Code Chapter 12. Five felony classes exist: state jail felony, third-degree, second-degree, first-degree, and capital felony. Each class has a defined range of punishment under Texas law. Val Verde County courts apply these same classifications to all felony cases.
State jail felonies carry 180 days to 2 years in state jail plus a fine up to $10,000. Third-degree felonies mean 2 to 10 years in prison. Second-degree felonies mean 2 to 20 years. First-degree felonies mean 5 to 99 years or life. Capital felonies carry life without parole or the death penalty.
Public access to these records is protected under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Felony court records are open to the public except for sealed documents, certain victim information, and juvenile records. You do not need to show any reason for requesting a public record. The Val Verde County District Clerk must fulfill lawful records requests under this law.
Nearby Counties
These counties are near Val Verde County in South and West Texas. Each has its own District Clerk and court records system.