Moore County Court Records

Moore County court records are official documents detailing extensive information on litigations, court rulings, and other judicial actions within the county's trial courts. Requesters may also find Moore County arrest records and other information related to court proceedings in the county's criminal court records.

Are Court Records Public in Moore County?

Several Texas common and statutory laws and court rules grant the general public access to public records, including those of Moore County courts. Statutes such as the Public Information Law and Section 191.006 of the Local Government Code guarantee public access to most case files, court records, docket sheets, trial dates, and more. Interested parties may view and make copies of these documents unless otherwise stated in law or court rulings.

Court records that are inaccessible to the public include adoption, juvenile, and mental health records. Texas laws also allow court record custodians to redact sensitive information, such as financial account information, expunged or sealed case records, Social Security numbers, and the addresses of protected individuals, before granting public access.

Moore County Court Records Search

Individuals wishing to perform a general search of Moore County court records may do so via the Moore County District and County Clerks' Offices. While the County Clerk's Office handles misdemeanor, probate, and civil court cases, the County District Clerk is responsible for felony and district-level legal matters. Interested parties may visit these offices in person to conduct record searches or submit record requests.

Moore County Courts

The Moore County trial court comprises 1 District Court, 1 Constitutional Court, 1 Court at Law, 2 Justice Courts, and 3 Municipal Courts. The contact details of some of these courts are as follows:

Moore County 69th District Court
715 S Dumas Ave, #109, Dumas, TX 79029
Phone: (806) 935-4218
Fax: (806) 935-6325

Moore County Constitutional Court
715 S Dumas Ave, #107, Dumas, TX 79029
Phone: (806) 935-2009
Fax: (806) 935-9004

Moore County Court at Law
715 S Dumas Ave, #107, Dumas, TX 79029
Phone: (806) 935-2009
Fax: (806) 935-9004

Moore County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1
119 W 5th St, Dumas, TX 79029
Phone: (806) 935-3920
Fax: (806) 935-4614

Moore County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2
415 Main St, P.O. Box 250, Sunray, TX 79086
Phone: (806) 948-5362
Fax: (806) 948-4485

Cactus Municipal Court
P.O. Box 365, Cactus, TX 79013
Phone: (806) 966-5458

Dumas Municipal Court
124 E 7th St, Dumas, TX 79029
Phone: (806) 935-3158

Sunray Municipal Court
E 5th St, P.O. Box 116, Sunray, TX 79086
Phone: (806) 948-5362

Moore County Criminal and Civil Records

The County Clerk's Office maintains civil and probate case records, as well as records of appeals from the justice of the peace courts and the municipal courts. Requesters may access these documents in person or by mailing in a record request with identifying details (case number or party name). They may also sign up for the County Clerk's Online Record Search platform to view available civil court case records.

At the same time, the Moore County District Clerk maintains criminal and civil cases. Criminal records typically concern serious criminal offenses (felonies), including Moore County arrest records. Civil cases related to family law matters and juvenile cases. Publicly available civil and criminal court records comprise case files, court proceedings, judgments, and official documents. However, Texas law typically restricts access to juvenile records, sensitive matters such as adoption and child custody, and mental health records from the public.

Information seekers may contact the Moore County Clerk and District Clerks' Offices at the following addresses:

Moore County Clerk
715 S. Dumas Ave. Room 107
Dumas, Texas 79029
Phone: (806) 935-2009, (806) 935-6164
Fax: (806) 935-9004

District Clerk
715 S. Dumas Avenue, Room 109
Dumas, Texas 79029
Phone: (806) 935-4218
Fax: (806) 935-6325
Office Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Friday: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Moore County Marriage Records

The Moore County Court Clerk maintains and issues certified copies of marriage records (for weddings conducted in the county) in person or by mail. Eligible requesters may also order certified marriage certificates online through the state-authorized vendor.

To obtain marriage records from the County Clerk's Office, requesters must provide a valid ID, a completed record request form, and the relevant fee ($21.00 per certified copy).

The request packet may be dropped off at the County Clerk's Office or mailed to:

715 S. Dumas Ave. Room 107
Dumas, Texas 79029

Moore County Divorce Records

Requesters searching for Moore County divorce records may acquire such documents from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The DSHS maintains public indexes of Texas divorces from 1968 to date.

Eligible applicants may request certified copies of divorce records granted in the county before 1968 from the Moore County District Court. To obtain such documents, the applicant must provide valid proof of identification and a concise explanation of the justification behind their record requests.

The locational address of the Moore County District Clerk is as follows:

715 S. Dumas Ave. Room 107
Dumas, Texas 79029

Moore Birth Records

Qualified applicants seeking Moore County birth records may obtain certified copies in person or by mail from the Moore County Court Clerk's Office. Eligible applicants must provide a valid ID, a completed record request form, a sworn statement, and a non-refundable charge of $23.00 per certified copy to get such documents from the county clerk's office. Applicants may submit their request packets at the Moore County Clerk's Office.

Moore Death Records

Anyone may obtain Moore County death certificates older than 25 years. However, death records of individuals who have been deceased for less than 25 years are only accessible to their immediate family members.

When filing a Moore County death certificate request, eligible requesters typically need to download and fill out the death record application form, pay the appropriate fee, and provide a copy of their current driver's license.

The first certified copy of a death record ordered costs $21.00, and each additional copy costs $4.00. Applicants may pay for Moore's death certificates with checks or money orders payable to the Moore County Clerk at the address above.

Moore County Probate Court Records

In Moore County, the County Clerk's Office maintains probate records and guardianship matters. These documents encompass various case types, including wills and estate administrations, guardianship proceedings, heir determinations, small estate affidavits, and court judgments related to probate affairs.

Interested parties may search and purchase these records via the County Clerk's Office Online Records Search Portal. However, access to some documents (e.g., certified copies) may require visiting the Clerk's Office to submit a record request.

The County Clerk's Office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Moore County Property Records

The Moore County Clerk's Office maintains property records, including deeds, mortgages, plats, and liens. Interested individuals may access these documents by visiting the County Clerk's Office or subscribing to their Online Records Search Portal.

With the Moore County Tax Property Search tool, users can access property information, including land and building valuations for tax purposes, parcel details (such as lot size, zoning classifications, and land use data), and tax and ownership information.

Requesters may also obtain property records via the Moore County Appraisal District (MCAD) portal. The platform allows them to find property details by owner name, address, parcel ID, or even via the interactive map.

Moore County Court Records Online

Residents and non-residents may be able to access court records online via the Moore County Clerk's Online Records Search Portal. Alternatively, third-party online repositories, such as Texascourtrecords.us, may offer seamless access to Moore County court records with an internet connection, saving time and effort for individuals who prefer not to visit the courthouse in person. These platforms typically have straightforward interfaces that enable users to quickly search for specific cases or persons. However, such websites are run independently of government bodies. As a result, desired records may be inaccurate, unavailable, or incomplete.