Uvalde County Court Records

The Tex. R. Jud. Admin. 12.2 defines Uvalde County court records as any records created or kept by or for a court during its regular course of business. This record can be any material such as paper, map, tape, document, film, letter, book, photograph, or recording. Lawyers and judges use Uvalde County court records to identify precedents and prior rulings that guide future cases because they contain the following information:

• Case information (cause, filing date, case type, and court)
• Party information (name, sex, date of birth, height, weight, and type)
• Disposition information (date and disposition)
• Offence information (offense, level, degree, and statute)
• Balance information (payment made and balance owed)

Are Court Records Public in Uvalde County?

Yes. The Texas Public Information Act and Tex. R. Jud. Admin. 12.4 allows public access to court records at the Uvalde County District Clerk's office. However, the Tex. R. Jud. Admin. 12.5 exempts some court records from public disclosure because they are confidential. Examples of such records are: court law library and judicial calendar information, judicial work product and drafts, and any personnel information whose disclosure would constitute an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.

Uvalde County Court Records Search

The Uvalde County District Clerk issues court records primarily in person at the courthouse. To conduct a search, requesters need a name or case number. A search fee of $5 and $1 for each copy applies to such requests.

Uvalde County Courts

The Fourth Court of Appeals serves 32 counties, including Uvalde County. The county also has several trial courts, including District, Justice of the Peace, and Municipal Courts. Below are the addresses of these courts:

38th Judicial District
Courthouse Plaza, Box 15
Uvalde, TX 78801

Justice of Peace Precinct One
Courthouse Plaza, Box 14
Uvalde, TX 78801
Phone: (830) 278-3921
Fax: (830) 278-6662
Email: jp1@uvaldecounty.gov

Justice of Peace Precinct Two
P.O. Box 177
Sabinal, TX 78881
Phone: (830) 988-2462
Fax: (830) 988-3182
Email: jp2@uvaldecounty.gov

Justice of Peace Precinct Three
P.O. Box 416
Utopia, TX 78884
Phone: (830) 966-3445
Fax: (830) 966-2229
Email: jp3@uvaldecounty.gov

Justice of Peace Precinct Four
Courthouse Plaza, Box 12
Uvalde, TX 78801
Phone: (830) 278-3904
Fax: (830) 278-8750 Fax
Email: jp4@uvaldecounty.gov

Justice of Peace Precinct Six
339 King Fisher Ln., Box 4
Uvalde, TX 78801
Phone: (830) 278-8123
Fax: (830) 591-9052
Email: jp6@uvaldecounty.gov

Uvalde Municipal Court
101 East Main Street
City Hall, Second Floor
Uvalde, TX 78801
Phone: (830) 278-8357
Fax: (830) 591-2089

Sabinal Municipal Court
P.O. Box 715
Sabinal, TX 78881
Phone: (830) 988-2630
Email: court@cityofsabinal.org

Uvalde County Criminal and Civil Records

The Sheriff's Office maintains Uvalde County criminal records, such as arrest, warrant, jail, and inmate information. Those seeking Uvalde County arrest records can contact the office via phone at (830) 278-4111, email at sheriff@UvaldeCounty.gov, or in person during business hours. The records staff will need basic information, like name or arrest date, to process the request. In-person requests should be made at the address below:

Uvalde County Sheriff's Department
339 King Fisher Ln., Box 1
Uvalde, TX 78801

Residents can obtain copies of civil records at the Uvalde County District Clerk. The Clerk issues certified copies of civil records in person at the courthouse during business hours. However, requesters can contact the office via phone at (830) 278-3918, fax at (830) 591-1344, or email at christina.ovalle@uvaldecounty.gov to inquire about other methods of retrieving the desired record. A fee of $5 applies for the search and $1 for each copy. Those seeking to obtain copies of civil records or view civil information online can use the County Clerk's Online Records Search portal. The search parameters are cause number, name, cause of action, filing date range, or disposition date.

Uvalde County Marriage Records

Residents can view or obtain copies of Uvalde County marriage records online on the Clerk's Office website. Click the Online Records Search portal and register for an account using an email and password. The transaction fee is $0.30, but users can click the "Guest Login" button to view marriage information for free. Interested persons can request certified copies of the Uvalde County marriage certificate in person at the Clerk's Office. They must pay a fee of $21.00 for such copies. The office opens from Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and it is located at the address below:

Uvalde County Clerk
20 Courthouse Square
Uvalde, Texas 78801
Phone: (830) 278-6614

Uvalde County Divorce Records

The Uvalde County District Clerk is the custodian of divorce records. The most common way to obtain certified copies of divorce records is in person at the courthouse. The requester must provide a name or case number to help locate the record. Uvalde County residents may obtain divorce records by contacting the County Clerk's office via phone at (830) 278-3918, fax at (830) 591-1344, or email at christina.ovalle@uvaldecounty.gov. The Clerk charges $5 for searching a record and $1 for each copy.

Uvalde County Birth Records

Individuals can obtain Uvalde County vital records, including birth documents, from the County Clerk's Office. Uvalde County birth records become publicly accessible 75 years after birth. After this period, they are available to members of the public online, by mail, or in person. Certified copies of Uvalde County birth certificates cost $23 for the first copy and $4 for each additional copy of the same record. Accepted payment methods vary by request method and may include credit card, cash, money order, or cashier's check.

To request records online, users must register through the Online Search portal. The transaction fee is $0.30, but birth index information is free using the guest login option. For mail requests, applicants must submit a completed Application for Birth or Death Record form, a sworn statement, valid photo ID, and payment to the Clerk's Office. In-person requests can be made at the Clerk's Office, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Uvalde County Death Records

Uvalde County public records include 25-year-old death certificates. These certificates can be obtained online, by mail, or in person at the Uvalde County Clerk's Office. The Clerk charges $21 each for certified copies of death certificates and $4 each for additional copies of the same record. Accepted forms of payment are credit card, cash, money order, or cashier's check.

Requesters can use the Clerk's Online Records Search tool to purchase copies of death records electronically. The portal has a free guest login option to view death index information. The search criteria are name or event date. The Clerk processes mail requests when a completed Application for Birth or Death Record form, a sworn statement, valid photo ID, and the appropriate fee are received. In-person customers can visit the office Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Uvalde County Probate Court Records

The Uvalde County Clerk's Office issues copies of probate records in person during business hours. Plain copies cost $1 per page, and certified copies cost $5 plus $ 1 per page. If possible, individuals coming to the office should ensure they bring the appropriate fees and a valid photo ID. Those who cannot visit the office can search for probate records on the Online Records Search portal. Users can register an account and use their email and password to log in to the portal. They can purchase five images for probate records before a subscription will be required. Afterwards, any purchase made will require a mandatory transaction fee of $0.30. Individuals can also use the guest login option to view the probate index information for free. A search can be conducted by cause number, name, case type, court, address, or file date range.

Uvalde County Property Records

Property documents are part of Uvalde County public records and are available to anyone upon request. The Uvalde County Clerk, Treasurer, and Tax Assessor-Collector are the custodians of property records and issue copies at their offices for a small fee. Record seekers are typically required to provide sufficient information to help locate the records they seek. The Uvalde County Clerk's Office has an Online Records Search portal where customers can obtain copies of property records electronically or view information for free. Users can either register an account or use the guest login option. They will need an instrument number, name, party type, filing date range, record type, volume, or page number.

Uvalde County Court Records Online

Record seekers may opt to use third-party online databases, such as Texascourtrecords.us, for conducting court records searches because these platforms offer access to information across multiple jurisdictions. These portals are often user-friendly, requiring minimal search criteria to view or download court information within seconds. However, most third-party sites sometimes contain inaccurate or incomplete information. Consequently, the information they provide may not be used for official purposes.