Bell County District Court Case Search

In Bell County and other parts of the Lone Star State, the District Courts are the highest county-level courts. Bell County District court case records are files relating to legal prosecutions within the District Courts in Bell County, TX. The District Clerk's Office is the custodian of District Court Case records in Bell County. Per the Texas Public Information Act, they make these documents accessible to individuals who may need them for background checks, research, public awareness, and other lawful purposes. Public members can access Bell County District Court records online or through the District Clerk's Office.

What Kinds of Cases have been heard in Bell District Court?

The District Courts in Bell County handle civil and criminal cases. Bell County’s District Courts jurisdiction include cases relating but are not limited to:

• Felonies
• Misdemeanors
• Divorce
• Land-related disagreements
• Tax disputes
• Eminent domain and condemnation
• Adoption
• Judicial consent for minors
• Juvenile delinquency
• Probate matters
• Guardianship
• Habeas corpus.

The five District Courts in Bell County do not have specialized divisions but handle a wide range of civil and criminal cases.

Bell County District Court

Bell County District Courts are apex county-level judicial institutions with authority over civil and criminal cases beyond the jurisdiction of the County, Justice, and Municipal Courts. The District Courts in Bell County handle drug-related cases, violent crimes, and other serious violations of Texas Laws. They also oversee claim cases where the amounts in controversy exceed $200,000.00. Additionally, they handle high-stakes cases that require strict compliance with State and federal laws.

Interested individuals can contact Bell County District Courts at the following addresses:

27th Judicial District Court ("A" Court)
Bell County Justice Center
1201 Huey Road,
Belton,
Texas 76513
Phone: (254) 933-5261
Fax: (254) 933-5977

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 324,
Belton,
Texas 76513

146th Judicial District Court ("B" Court)
Bell County Justice Center
1201 Huey Road,
Belton,
Texas 76513
Phone: (254) 933-6737
Fax: (254) 933-5978

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 324,
Belton,
Texas 76513

169th Judicial District Court ("C" Court)
Bell County Justice Center
1201 Huey Road,
Belton,
Texas 76513
Phone: (254) 933-5265
Fax: (254) 933-5933

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 324,
Belton,
Texas 76513

264th Judicial District Court ("D" Court)
Bell County Justice Center
1201 Huey Road,
Belton,
Texas 76513
Phone: (254) 933-5245
Fax: (254) 933-5909

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 324,
Belton,
Texas 76513

426th Judicial District Court
Bell County Justice Center
1201 Huey Road,
Belton,
Texas 76513
Phone: (254) 933-5246
Fax: (254) 933-5990

Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 324,
Belton,
Texas 76513.

Bell County Case Lookup

Individuals seeking Bell County case records should apply any of the following options:

Online search

• For civil case records, log into the Bell County Odyssey Search Portal:
  • Click the Smart Search icon to access the search tools
  • Enter the case number or the name of an involved party into the search tools
  • Expand the Advanced Filtering Options menu, select the specific court (add additional filters if necessary), and submit

Note: case records not available online may be accessible through the Bell County District Clerk's Office

Mail-in request

• Download a Bell County case records Copy Request Form
• Complete the request form with the necessary information, sign it, and include a self-addressed envelope (with sufficient postage) and a signed check/money order to cover applicable payments
• Mail the request to:

Joanna Staton
Bell County District Clerk
Attn: Copy Clerk
P.O. Box 909,
Belton,
Texas 7651

Walk-in request

Visit the Bell County District Clerk's Office with a valid government-issued photo ID between 8.00 a.m. and 4.30 p.m. on work days and request access to case records. Accessing Bell County case records may attract fees according to the following rates:

• Standard copies - $1.00 per page
• Certified copies - $1.00 per page plus an additional $5.00 certification fee per document
• Search fee if the case number is not available - $5.00 per name.

The Bell County District Clerk's Office accepts cash (for in-person payments) and signed checks and money orders (payable to the Bell County District Clerk) for copies of case records. According to Rule 12 of the Texas Rules of Judicial Administration, the Bell County District Clerk's Office must respond to requests within 14 days of payments. Nonetheless, requesters can contact the Bell County District Clerk's Office to confirm the status of their requests.

Bell District Court Case Search by Name

The Bell County Odyssey Search Portal and most online repositories offer name-based searches for documents and information. This option is convenient for individuals who want to access Bell County District Court records but do not have case numbers.

Log into the Bell County Odyssey Search Portal for a name-based search for Bell County District Court records. This search platform allows users to look for Bell County case records by case numbers or the names of the parties involved in cases. The Bell County District Court Clerk's Office also permits mail-in and walk-in name-based requests for case records.

However, when making a name-based request for documents and information, note that a name-only search may lead to errors and multiple outcomes; to improve accuracy and streamline results, requesters should verify name spellings, prove additional identifying information, and use filters.

Bell District Court Docket Search

Bell County District Court dockets are official logs of legal proceedings within the District Court in Bell County, TX. Generally, court dockets include but are not limited to information such as:

• Case types
• Names of the parties involved in legal trials
• Filing dates
• Names of attorneys and presiding judges/magistrates
• Dates of hearings
• Motions
• Orders
• Rulings
• Case status.

Bell County District Court case dockets are useful resources for tracking legal trials within the Bell County District Courts. They update interested individuals about case progress and are important tools for managing caseloads and ensuring the transparency of judicial processes.

Individuals looking for Bell County case dockets should visit the Bell County District Court Dockets Page and look for specific docket types through the various links. Alternatively, mail or visit the Bell County District Clerk's Office and request access to case dockets.

Lookup Bell County District Court Online

Bell County District Court cases are accessible through the Bell County Odyssey Search Portal and non-official sources. Third-party websites like Texascourtrecords.us are convenient alternatives to traditional government online repositories. These platforms provide quick access to documents through advanced search tools. Record seekers can globally access different types of case records from various courts in one place through third-party websites. However, users should verify the authenticity and accuracy of documents from non-official sources because these platforms are independent, and there are no guarantees.

Supreme Court vs. District Court

The Bell County District Courts and the Texas Supreme Court serve distinct functions within the Texas judicial system. These judicial institutions differ in case types, scope of authority, and structural compositions. Below are key differences between the Bell County District Courts and the Texas Supreme Court.

Case types

The District Courts in Bell County are trial courts with jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases. In contrast, the Texas Supreme is an appellate court and does not conduct trials.

Jurisdiction

Bell County District Courts conduct trials and pass judgments based on available evidence. By comparison, the Texas Supreme Court’s functions include:

• Reviewing the decisions of other Texas courts
• Administrative oversight over the Texas judicial system
• Establishing procedural rules for civil trials
• Licensing of Texas attorneys
• Establishing disciplinary rules for erring attorneys

Scope of Authority

Bell District Courts are county-level courts whose authorities are within the Bell County geographical boundaries. By comparison, the Texas Supreme Court has binding authority over the whole of Texas.

Appeals

Litigants can appeal the judgments of the Bell County District Courts through the Texas Court of Appeals. In contrast, the Texas Supreme Court is the highest state court in Texas, and its decisions are final.