Ward County Felony Records
Ward County felony records are filed with the District Clerk's office in Monahans, Texas. This West Texas county seat sits on East El Paso Street, where both the District and County Clerk operate from the same courthouse. Felony cases go through the Ward County District Court. You can search criminal records online through state tools or request documents directly from the clerk's office in Monahans.
Ward County Overview
Ward County District Clerk
The Ward County District Clerk maintains all felony court records for the county. Felony charges, judgments, plea agreements, and sentencing documents are kept here. The clerk can search by name or cause number and provide plain or certified copies of case documents. The District Court is the court of record for all felony cases in Ward County.
The County Clerk at the same address handles County Court matters and misdemeanor records. Reach the County Clerk at (432) 943-2090. The District Clerk number for felony records is (432) 943-2091. Both offices are at 400 East El Paso Street in Monahans.
| Office | Ward County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 400 E. El Paso St., Monahans, TX 79756 |
| Phone | (432) 943-2091 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Ward County Criminal Records
Ward County felony records can be found online through state tools or by contacting the courthouse in Monahans. Both methods are straightforward. Here is how each one works.
The re:SearchTX portal covers all 254 Texas counties including Ward. Search by party name or cause number to find felony cases. Docket entries and some documents are available online. Registration is free. The system refreshes nightly so very recent filings may take a day to appear.
The Texas DPS criminal history database tracks felony arrests and convictions statewide. You need a CRS Public Website account and search credits to run name-based searches. Ward County felony data is included in this system. It is useful for checking whether a person has prior felony convictions anywhere in Texas.
For state prison inmates, the TDCJ Offender Search shows people sentenced to state custody. Search by name or TDCJ number to find offense type, current facility, and projected release date. This covers people convicted of felonies in Ward County and sentenced to state prison.
For certified copies or full case file review, visit the courthouse at 400 East El Paso Street in Monahans. Bring photo ID. Staff can search by name or cause number. Call ahead at (432) 943-2091 if you need a large volume of documents or records from older cases.
Note: Ward County is a small county. The courthouse staff handles multiple offices and may have limited hours on certain days. Calling ahead is recommended before making a trip to Monahans for records.
Ward County Official Website
The Ward County website provides county government information including department contacts and courthouse details for accessing felony court records in Monahans.
The Ward County homepage links to department contacts for the District Clerk and other offices that handle court records in Monahans.
Ward County Courts
Ward County has a District Court and a County Court. The District Court handles all felony criminal cases. The County Court handles misdemeanors and lower-level civil cases. Both courts operate from the same courthouse in Monahans.
Texas felony classifications under Texas Penal Code Chapter 12 range from state jail felonies through capital felonies. The Ward County District Court applies these same rules. State jail felonies carry 180 days to 2 years. First-degree felonies can mean 5 to 99 years or life in state prison.
Ward County, like other small Texas counties, uses visiting judges for some matters. This is common in West Texas counties with lower case volumes. The District Clerk keeps all case files regardless of which judge presided over the case.
Statewide Felony Record Resources
Texas maintains several statewide systems that include Ward County felony data. These tools let you search without traveling to Monahans.
The Texas Sex Offender Registry at sor.dps.texas.gov lists registered sex offenders by county. Search Ward County to see individuals with active registrations, their offense details, and current addresses. DPS updates this registry regularly.
The Texas Attorney General's public records portal at texasattorneygeneral.gov/open-government explains your rights under the Public Information Act. Ward County felony court records are public. If a records request is denied, call the AG's Open Government Hotline at (877) OPEN-TEX.
Annual court statistics for Ward County are available through the Texas Office of Court Administration at txcourts.gov/oca. These reports show felony case filings and dispositions over time for District Court in Monahans.
Texas Law and Felony Record Access
Ward County felony records are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. You can request these records without giving a reason. The District Clerk must respond within 10 business days. Routine requests are usually handled faster.
Texas classifies felony offenses from state jail felonies through capital felonies under Texas Penal Code Chapter 12. The Ward County District Court handles all five classes. Records for each type include charging documents, court orders, and the final judgment.
Expunged records are removed from public access under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55. A nondisclosure order limits access to records from deferred adjudication cases. If a case does not appear in a search, it may have been expunged or sealed. Consult an attorney if you have questions about a specific case's status.
Nearby Counties
These counties are near Ward County in West Texas. Each maintains its own District Clerk and court records system.