Llano County Court Records

Llano County court records detail court proceedings held within the county's judicial system. They and many other Texas court records are important documents that give the public insight into court operations in the county. Court records typically contain varying information, including party names, charges or claims, documentary exhibits, and rulings.

Are Court Records Public in Llano County?

Yes. Court records are considered public in Llano County. The Texas Public Information Act (TPIA) is the statutory framework for most Llano County public records, but it excludes court records. The availability of court records for public inspection is determined by case law and court rules, like Rule 12 of the Texas Rules of Judicial Administration, which outlines provisions for the public inspection of court administrative records. Under these regulations, members of the public may examine Llano court records, but specific records are restricted to protect confidential information.

Court records that are restricted from public access in Texas include:

• Judicial work products
• Security and emergency response plans
• Juvenile justice records
• Mental health commitment proceedings
• Protective order applications and supporting materials
• Adoption and termination of parental rights records

Llano County Court Records Search

To obtain a court record in Llano County, individuals may:

• Visit the court responsible for the case
• Search the court's docket
• Search online third-party databases

Llano County Courts

The 33rd and 424th District Courts, a Constitutional County Court, the Justice of the Peace Courts, and several municipal courts serve Llano County. Together, these courts have complete jurisdiction over the legal matters arising within the county. Below are the courthouses in Llano County:

Llano County Courthouse
801 Ford Street
Llano, Texas 78643
Phone: (325) 247-5036
Fax: (325) 248-0492

Llano County Constitutional Court
107 West Sandstone Street
Llano, Texas 78643
Phone: (325) 247-4455
Fax: (325) 247-2406

Llano County Justice of the Peace Precinct One
101 Ferguson Road
Horseshoe Bay, Texas 78657
Phone: (830) 598-2296
Fax: (830) 598-5231

Llano County Justice of the Peace Precinct Two
8347 Ranch Road 1431
Buchanan Dam, Texas 78609
Justice of the Peace Phone: (512) 793-2332
Commissioner Phone: (512) 793-6181

Llano County Justice of the Peace Precinct Three
8347 Ranch Road 1431
Buchanan Dam, Texas 78609
Justice of the Peace Phone: (512) 793-2016
Commissioners Phone: (512) 793-2007

Llano County Justice of the Peace Precinct Four
Llano County Law Enforcement Center
2001-B North State Highway 16
Llano, Texas 78643
Justice of the Peace Phone: (325) 247-3178
Commissioners Phone: (325) 247-2788

Horseshoe Bay Municipal Court
1 Community Drive
Horseshoe Bay, Texas 78657
Phone: (830) 598-8741

Llano Municipal Court
301 West Main Street, First Floor
Llano, Texas 78643
Phone: (325) 247-1928
Fax: (325) 247-4196

Sunrise Beach Village Municipal Court
124 Sunrise Drive
Sunrise Beach Village, Texas 78643-9283
Phone: (325) 388-6438

Llano County Criminal and Civil Records

Criminal records are created when a person violates the law and enters the criminal justice system. Law enforcement departments and courts maintain these records. For example, Llano County arrest records are primarily held by law enforcement agencies, though they may also become part of court documents. Llano County criminal records maintained by courts often include details such as charges, convictions, and sentencing.

Conversely, civil records contain information about legal matters that do not relate to the commission of a crime. Civil cases include property claims, divorce proceedings, and contract disputes.

Court records can be retrieved from the District Clerk, County Clerk, or Municipal or Justice Courts, depending on which court handled the case. Note that Municipal Courts exclusively handle criminal cases. Requesters typically need a party name or case number to find a court record. Provided the record is not confidential, the clerk will make the record available for copying for a fee.

Llano County Marriage Records

Marriage records validate marital unions. Llona County marriage records are generally public documents unless restricted by the court. The Llano County Clerk's Office is responsible for issuing marriage licenses and recording them after the marriage ceremony has taken place. Individuals seeking a copy of a Llano County marriage certificate may visit the County Clerk's Office in person. Each certified marriage certificate costs $7.

Llano County Divorce Records

The 33rd and 424th District Courts handle divorce proceedings in Llona County. To obtain a divorce record in the county, individuals may visit or call the District Clerk's Office. To locate a record, the requester may need to provide the parties' names or the case number. A fee will apply if a copy of the divorce record is requested.

Llano County Birth Records

Llano County birth records are vital records that establish a person's age, identity, and citizenship. These records are kept by the County Clerk, who is the custodian of all Llona County vital records. Per Tex. Gov't Code § 552.115(a)(1), birth records are not public until 75 years after their creation. Persons who can access a birth record during this period of confidentiality include:

• The registrant
• Immediate family members (parent, child, spouse, or sibling)
• Legal guardian or representative
• Individuals with a court order

A Llona County birth certificate can be requested in person at the County Clerk's Office or by mail. A valid mail request must include a completed Birth/Death Certificate Application, Affidavit for Birth/Death Certificate, and a photocopy of a government-issued ID. The cost of a birth certificate is $23 per copy.

Llano County Death Records

The Llona County Clerk is the county's custodian of death records. Under Tex. Gov't Code § 552.115(a)(2), these records are confidential for 25 years from creation. However, the record will become public after one year if the decedent is unidentified. Confidential death records are only accessible to immediate family members, legal representatives, and persons with a direct and tangible interest as determined by the court.

Like birth records, death records can be requested in person or via mail by submitting the birth/death certification application and affidavit. The fee for obtaining a Llona death certificate is $21 for the first document and $4 for each other copy requested at the same time.

Llano County Probate Court Records

Probate court records document proceedings related to the distribution of a deceased person's estate and associated matters. These records also include wills, guardianship proceedings, and estate inventories. The Llona Constitutional Court serves as the Probate Court.

The public may access Llano probate records at the County Clerk's Office. While these records are not available online, individuals can call the court to request a name search for a probate record at $5 per name.

Llano County Property Records

Property records contain essential information about real estate in Llano County. These records are regulated by the Texas Public Information Act and are open to the public for perusal. The Llano County Clerk, Central Appraisal District, and Tax Assessor-Collector maintain different types of property records.

The Llano County Clerk maintains land records like deeds, liens, and plats, while the Central Appraisal District handles property values, ownership data, and maps for tax assessments. The Tax Assessor-Collector oversees property tax records, including payments, delinquencies, and tax certificates.

Individuals can view a property record at the appropriate custodian's office. Additionally, property records can be accessed on the County Clerk's Property Record Search portal and the Central Appraisal District's Property Search portal.

Llano County Court Records Online

Due to the limited availability of Llano court records on official online portals, individuals may use third-party websites like Texascourtrecords.us to look up Llano County court records. These platforms offer remote access to court records, typically searchable by name or case number. Depending on the platform, users may be privy to some information for free. A fee is usually required for full access to the record. While third-party websites are a convenient option for accessing court records, users should note that the records obtained cannot be used for legal or official purposes.