Court resources
Texas court resources
Official links for filing and finding your way through Texas courts, organized so you can start with the statewide essentials and then narrow to your county.
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- Counties
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TX / STATEWIDE
Statewide
E-filing
- eFileTexas.gov — Official E-Filing System
Central portal to e-file in Texas courts; register and file documents online.
E-filingEnglish destinationefiletexas.gov
- eFileTexas Service Providers (EFSP)
Choose and register with an approved electronic filing service provider.
E-filingEnglish destinationefiletexas.gov
- eFileTexas Self-Help (Pro Se Portal)
Create and e-file common court forms for free as a self-represented litigant.
E-filingEnglish destinationselfhelp.efiletexas.gov
- eFileTexas Independent User Registration — Training Video
Training video: how non-attorney filers register for eFileTexas.
E-filingEnglish destinationefiletexas.gov
- TYLA Guide: How to eFile Documents (PDF)
Texas Young Lawyers Association step-by-step e-filing guide.
E-filingEnglish destinationtxcourts.gov
- TexasLawHelp: How to E-File Guide
Overview of e-filing process and common mistakes for pro se litigants.
E-filingEnglish destinationtexaslawhelp.org
- eFileTexas Service Provider Comparison Table (PDF)
Compare EFSP features, fees, and services side-by-side.
E-filingEnglish destinationefiletexas.gov
Case & record search
- re:SearchTX — Statewide Case Search
Search cases and documents across all 254 Texas counties.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationresearch.txcourts.gov
- Texas Supreme Court Case Search
Search Supreme Court of Texas cases (trial court records not included). [Returned HTTP 403 to automated check; verify manually in a browser.]
Case & record searchEnglish destinationsearch.txcourts.gov
- State Law Library Court Records Research Guide
Research guide explaining how to find Texas court records at all levels.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationguides.sll.texas.gov
Court websites
Local rules
- OCA Local Rules, Forms & Standing Orders Search
Searchable database of local rules, forms, and standing orders for all Texas courts.
Local rulesEnglish destinationtopics.txcourts.gov
- Texas Rules & Standards Overview
How Texas court rules are made; links to local-rules website.
Local rulesEnglish destinationtxcourts.gov
- State Law Library Court Rules Guide
Guide to finding local court rules for Texas courts at all levels.
Local rulesEnglish destinationguides.sll.texas.gov
- TexasLocalRules.com — Directory by County
Directory of Texas local court rules, standing orders, and forms by county. [Returned HTTP 403 to automated check; verify manually in a browser.]
Local rulesEnglish destinationtexaslocalrules.com
Forms
- Texas Supreme Court Approved Forms
Download official Texas court forms for family, juvenile, and civil matters.
FormsEnglish destinationtxcourts.gov
- TexasLawHelp Guided Forms Directory
Interactive guided interviews to create court-ready forms for eviction, divorce, custody, etc.
FormsEnglish destinationtexaslawhelp.org
- Texas Justice Court Training Center Forms
Download eviction, small claims, and other JP court forms with instructions.
FormsEnglish destinationtjctc.org
- txaccess.org — District Court Forms
Fillable court forms organized by case type for Texas district courts.
FormsEnglish destinationtxaccess.org
Self-help & legal aid
- TexasLawHelp.org
Free legal information, guided forms, and referrals to legal aid for low-income Texans.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationtexaslawhelp.org
- TexasCourtHelp.org — OCA Self-Help Site
Self-help resource website for pro se parties created by OCA and Access to Justice Commission.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationtexascourthelp.org
- Texas State Law Library — Self-Help & Consumer Info
Legal research help, ask-a-librarian, and self-help legal information.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationsll.texas.gov
- Self-Represented Litigants — Official TJB Page
Official judicial branch page with resources and links for pro se litigants.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationtxcourts.gov
- Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas
Free civil legal services for low-income residents of North and West Texas.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationlegalaidtx.org
- Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas — Online Intake
Apply online or by phone for free legal help, advice, or representation.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationlegalaidtx.org
- Texas Access to Justice Commission
Access to justice initiatives, simplified forms, and limited scope representation. [Returned HTTP 401 to automated check; verify manually in a browser.]
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationtexasatj.org
TX / LOCAL
County collections
County-specific links. Choose your county to see its courts and clerks.
Bell3 resources+
- Bell County District Clerk
Online search for civil cases; e-filing and self-help resources.
Court websitesEnglish destinationbellcountytx.com
- Bell County Local Rules & Forms
Local rules and self-help resources page from the District Clerk.
Local rulesEnglish destinationbellcountytx.com
- Bell County Law Library
Self-help basic research facility with legal resources for the community.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationbellcountytx.com
Bexar7 resources+
- Bexar County District Courts Case Inquiry
Search civil district court records; criminal via County Clerk portal.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationapps.bexar.org
- Bexar County Justice Portal (Odyssey)
Integrated portal for court records, hearings, and payments.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationbexar.org
- Bexar County District Clerk's Office
Administers 27 district courts; search civil, criminal, and juvenile records.
Court websitesEnglish destinationbexar.org
- Bexar County Local Rules Page
Civil district court, county court at law, criminal district, and e-filing rules.
Local rulesEnglish destinationbexar.org
- Bexar County Forms
Download probate, civil, assumed name, and other court forms.
FormsEnglish destinationbexar.org
- Bexar County Law Library
Public law library with legal forms, research materials, and Zoom hearing computers.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationbexar.org
- Bexar County Self-Help Legal Packets
Self-help legal information packets for justice courts and pro se litigants.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationbexar.org
Brazoria4 resources+
- Brazoria County Odyssey Public Access
Search district and county court records online.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationportal-txbrazoria.tylertech.cloud
- Brazoria County District Clerk
Records search, forms library, and e-filing information.
Court websitesEnglish destinationbrazoriacountytx.gov
- Brazoria County District Clerk Forms Library
Download civil, family, and criminal forms including filing fee info.
FormsEnglish destinationbrazoriacountytx.gov
- Brazoria County Law Library
Mentioned in family department page; exact law library URL may differ.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationbrazoriacountytx.gov
Cameron3 resources+
- Cameron County Clerk Judicial Case Search
30-day trial iDocket and Tyler Portal judicial case searches.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationcameroncountytx.gov
- Cameron County District Clerk (Laura Perez-Reyes)
Custodian of district court records for civil and criminal cases.
Court websitesEnglish destinationcameroncountytx.gov
- Cameron County Forms & Self-Help Resources
Links to Texas Rural Legal Aid, State Law Library, and TYLA Pro Se Guide.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationcameroncountytx.gov
Collin5 resources+
- Collin County Case Information Portal
Search active and historical cases in district, county, and JP courts.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationcollincountytx.gov
- Collin County Court Records (cijspub)
Direct public portal to search Collin County court records.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationcijspub.co.collin.tx.us
- Collin County District Clerk
E-file info, case records, and document forms for district courts.
Court websitesEnglish destinationcollincountytx.gov
- Collin County Justice of the Peace Courts
Find all JP precincts, judges, and contact info for evictions and small claims.
Court websitesEnglish destinationcollincountytx.gov
- Collin County Law Library (Curt B. Henderson)
Public law library with legal reference materials and forms for litigants.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationcollincountytx.gov
Dallas9 resources+
- Dallas County JP 3-1 e-Filing Info
JP 3-1 e-filing instructions linking to eFileTexas Self-Help.
E-filingEnglish destinationdallascounty.org
- Dallas County Online Record Search
One-stop search for Dallas County court records from District Clerk and County Clerk.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationdallascounty.org
- Dallas County District Clerk (Felicia Pitre)
Official records for civil, family, juvenile, and criminal district courts.
Court websitesEnglish destinationdallascounty.org
- Dallas County Justice of the Peace Courts Portal
Find all JP precincts, contact info, and local rules for evictions and small claims.
Court websitesEnglish destinationdallascounty.org
- Dallas County Civil & Family Court Rules
Standing orders and local rules for Civil and Family District Courts.
Local rulesEnglish destinationdallascounty.org
- Dallas County JP 4-1 Local Rules
Local rules for JP Precinct 4 Place 1 (evictions, small claims, etc.).
Local rulesEnglish destinationdallascounty.org
- Dallas County District Clerk Downloadable Forms
Download civil, family, and self-represented litigant forms.
FormsEnglish destinationdallascounty.org
- Dallas County Family Court Forms (Guide & File)
Uncontested divorce and adult name change forms through Guide and File.
FormsEnglish destinationdallascounty.org
- Dallas County Law Library
Public law library with legal research guides and self-help catalog.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationdallascounty.org
Denton5 resources+
- Denton County E-Filing Information
Mandatory e-filing in civil and family cases; info for pro se filers.
E-filingEnglish destinationdentoncounty.gov
- Denton County Judicial & Law Enforcement Records Search
Search district court case records, calendars, and sheriff jail records.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationdentoncounty.gov
- Denton County District Clerk
Custodian of court records for district courts; e-file info and case search.
Court websitesEnglish destinationdentoncounty.gov
- Denton County Local Rules
District court standing orders regarding children, property, and evidence.
Local rulesEnglish destinationdentoncounty.gov
- Denton County Representing Yourself Guide
Links to OCA self-help, TJCTC, and law library resources for pro se litigants.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationdentoncounty.gov
El Paso4 resources+
- El Paso County Case Records Search
Public access portal for El Paso County court records.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationportal-txelpaso.tylertech.cloud
- El Paso County District Clerk
E-file Texas Self Help, search warrants, and court records info.
Court websitesEnglish destinationepcounty.com
- El Paso County Local Rules
Local rules for district and county courts; includes broadcasting/recording guidelines.
Local rulesEnglish destinationepcounty.com
- El Paso County Law Library
Collaborative operation with Domestic Relations Office and private bar.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationepcounty.com
Fort Bend5 resources+
- Fort Bend County Pro Se Litigant e-Filing
Create and file court forms through eFileTexas Self Help as a pro se litigant.
E-filingEnglish destinationfortbendcountytx.gov
- Fort Bend County Online Court Records
Search district court case records and documents online.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationfortbendcountytx.gov
- Fort Bend County District Clerk's Office
Case search, e-certified documents, and e-filing info.
Court websitesEnglish destinationfortbendcountytx.gov
- Fort Bend County Justice of the Peace Courts
Find all JP precincts, judges, and contact information.
Court websitesEnglish destinationfortbendcountytx.gov
- Fort Bend County Law Library Pro Se Center
Pro se handbook, forms, and legal assistance resources organized by section.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationfortbendlibraries.gov
Galveston3 resources+
- Galveston County Records Search
Search court records, real property, marriage, and assumed name records.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationgalvestoncountytx.gov
- Galveston County District Clerk
Civil, criminal sections; e-file info and case records search.
Court websitesEnglish destinationgalvestoncountytx.gov
- Galveston County Law Library
Public access to online and printed legal materials.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationgalvestoncountytx.gov
Harris11 resources+
- Harris County District Clerk E-Filing FAQ
Pro se filers may still paper-file; attorneys must e-file in civil courts.
E-filingEnglish destinationhcdistrictclerk.com
- Harris County District Clerk Records Search
Search civil, family, and criminal court records for Harris County district courts.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationhcdistrictclerk.com
- Harris County Clerk Civil & Probate Web Inquiry
Search county civil and probate court records from the County Clerk.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationcclerk.hctx.net
- Harris County JP Case Search
Search justice of the peace cases by case number, name, or citation.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationjpwebsite.harriscountytx.gov
- Harris County District Clerk (Marilyn Burgess)
Official records custodian for 90+ district courts; search cases and e-file info.
Court websitesEnglish destinationhcdistrictclerk.com
- Harris County Justice of the Peace Precincts
Find all JP precincts, judges, and contact information for eviction and small claims.
Court websitesEnglish destinationharriscountytx.gov
- Harris County District Courts Local Rules (Justex)
Local rules for civil, family, criminal, and juvenile trial divisions.
Local rulesEnglish destinationjustex.net
- Harris County Civil Courts at Law Local Rules (PDF)
Local rules for County Civil Courts at Law (updated Dec 2023).
Local rulesEnglish destinationccl.hctx.net
- Harris County Law Library Combined Forms Packets
Printed TexasLawHelp forms packets for courts, law libraries, and self-help centers.
FormsEnglish destinationharriscountylawlibrary.org
- Harris County Law Library (Robert W. Hainsworth)
Public law library with self-help resources, forms, and legal research assistance.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationharriscountylawlibrary.org
- Harris County JP Self-Help Resources
Self-help information for pro se litigants in Harris County JP courts.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationjp.hctx.net
Hays4 resources+
- Hays County Clerk Self-Service Records
Search county clerk records including probate, civil, and criminal cases.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationerss.co.hays.tx.us
- Hays County District Clerk
Records search and copy requests for district court cases.
Court websitesEnglish destinationhayscountytx.gov
- Hays County District Court Forms & Local Rules
Access district court forms, local rules, and in-person docket info.
Local rulesEnglish destinationhayscountytx.gov
- Hays County Law Library
Print divorce packets, use Westlaw, and access forms through Texas Law Help.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationhayscountytx.gov
Hidalgo4 resources+
- Hidalgo County eFile Texas Page
E-filing for civil, family, and probate cases by attorneys.
E-filingEnglish destinationhidalgocounty.us
- Hidalgo County Civil & Criminal Case Search
Search district court civil and criminal records online.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationhidalgocounty.us
- Hidalgo County District Clerk's Office
Preserves court records for district courts; e-file and case search info.
Court websitesEnglish destinationhidalgocounty.us
- Hidalgo County Self-Represented Litigants Page
Links to Texas courts online, state law library, and self-help resources.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationhidalgocounty.us
Lubbock4 resources+
- Lubbock County District Clerk
Request records; e-filing for civil and family cases required since 2014.
Court websitesEnglish destinationlubbockcounty.gov
- Lubbock County Local Rules
Local rules applying to attorneys, pro se defendants, and court staff.
Local rulesEnglish destinationmylubbock.us
- Legal Aid Society of Lubbock
Free legal assistance in family law and elder law for Lubbock County.
FormsEnglish destinationlubbocklegalaid.org
- Lubbock County Law Library
Public law library with legal research materials for judges, litigants, and residents.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationlubbockcounty.gov
Montgomery3 resources+
- Montgomery County Odyssey Public Access
Search district court criminal, civil, family, and probate case records.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationodyssey.mctx.org
- Montgomery County District Clerk
Case search, jury info, e-filing, forms, and local rules.
Court websitesEnglish destinationmctx.org
- Montgomery County Law Library Pro Se Services
Pro Se Reference Attorney can review uncontested family law paperwork.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationmctx.org
Nueces3 resources+
- Nueces County Case Records Search
Search civil, family, and criminal case records through the records portal.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationnuecesco.com
- Nueces County District Clerk
Case search, records department, e-filing, and self-help resources.
Court websitesEnglish destinationnuecesco.com
- Nueces County Law Library (Hon. Noah O. Kennedy Jr.)
Public law library with forms, legal databases, and eFile Texas Self Help.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationlibrary.nuecescountytx.gov
Tarrant9 resources+
- Tarrant County e-Filing Information
Mandatory e-filing requirements for Tarrant County district courts.
E-filingEnglish destinationtarrantcountytx.gov
- Tarrant County District Clerk Court Document Lookup
View and obtain copies of civil, family, and felony criminal case documents.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationtarrantcountytx.gov
- Tarrant County Official Record Search (PublicSearch)
Search district court records index and full text.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationtarrantdistrict.tx.publicsearch.us
- Tarrant County Clerk Online Searches
Search county court at law, probate, and JP court case records.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationtarrantcountytx.gov
- Tarrant County District Clerk
Manages 27 district courts; search court documents and e-file info.
Court websitesEnglish destinationtarrantcountytx.gov
- Tarrant County Local Rules of Court
Local rules for Tarrant County district and county courts.
Local rulesEnglish destinationtarrantcountytx.gov
- Tarrant County JP Local Rules (PDF)
Local rules for Justice of the Peace courts in Tarrant County.
Local rulesEnglish destinationtarrantcountytx.gov
- Dell DeHay Law Library of Tarrant County
Public law library with legal research materials, forms, and self-help resources.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationtarrantcountytx.gov
- Tarrant County Free/Low Cost Legal Assistance
Directory of legal aid, pro bono programs, and helplines for Tarrant County.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationtarrantcountytx.gov
Travis5 resources+
- Travis County District Clerk E-Filing Info
E-file through eFileTexas.gov or mail paper for pro se filers.
E-filingEnglish destinationtraviscountytx.gov
- Travis County Clerk Civil Case Search
Search county civil court case records from the County Clerk.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationcountyclerk.traviscountytx.gov
- Travis County District Clerk
Search case information, request certified documents, and e-file info.
Court websitesEnglish destinationtraviscountytx.gov
- Travis County Local Rules Page
Local rules for district, criminal district, county, and JP courts.
Local rulesEnglish destinationlawlibrary.traviscountytx.gov
- Travis County Law Library & Self-Help Center
Helps pro se litigants with legal research, forms, and Family Law Case Review.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationlawlibrary.traviscountytx.gov
Webb4 resources+
- Webb County Public Record Search (Odyssey)
Search criminal, probate, family, and civil case records.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationpublicaccess.webbcountytx.gov
- Webb County District Clerk's Office
Court records, filings, jury operations, and case management.
Court websitesEnglish destinationwebbcountytx.gov
- Webb County Courts E-Filing Website
E-filing requirements page from County Clerk; may contain local rules.
Local rulesEnglish destinationwebbcountytx.gov
- Webb County Law Library
Public law library with forms and pro se litigant information sheets.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationwebbcountytx.gov
Williamson3 resources+
- Williamson County Judicial Records Search
Search criminal, civil, family, probate, and JP court records.
Case & record searchEnglish destinationjudicialrecords.wilco.org
- Williamson County District Clerk
Indexes and secures all court records; case search and e-file info.
Court websitesEnglish destinationwilcotx.gov
- Williamson County Self-Represented Litigants Page
Links to Texas State Law Library and self-help legal information.
Self-help & legal aidEnglish destinationwilcotx.gov