Search Andrews County Criminal Court Records
Andrews County criminal court records are filed with the combined District and County Clerk office in Andrews, Texas. This office handles both felony and misdemeanor case files for the county. You can search Andrews County criminal records through the statewide re:SearchTX portal, visit the courthouse at 201 N. Main Street in person, or submit a written request by mail. The clerk's office maintains records going back many years and can help you locate cases by name or cause number.
Andrews County Overview
Andrews County District and County Clerk
Andrews County uses a combined clerk system where one office handles both district court and county court records. This is common in smaller Texas counties. The combined clerk at 201 N. Main Street manages felony indictments, misdemeanor case filings, and related criminal court documents. Staff can search records by defendant name or case number.
The 109th Judicial District Court covers Andrews County. Felony cases are heard in the district court, and the clerk files all documents from arrest to sentencing. For post-conviction matters such as expunction petitions under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, you would also file with this office. Because the district and county functions are combined, one call or one visit gets you access to both types of records.
| Office | Andrews County District/County Clerk (Combined) |
|---|---|
| Address | 201 N. Main Street Andrews, TX 79714 |
| Phone | (432) 524-1423 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Andrews County Criminal Records
The re:SearchTX portal provides free public access to Andrews County criminal case records from the Texas court system. The portal shows case status, charges, hearing dates, and documents filed in district court. This is the fastest way to check if a case exists and get basic information without visiting the courthouse.
The re:SearchTX portal is run by the Texas Office of Court Administration and covers cases filed across the state. Searches are free. You can look up cases by full name, partial name, or cause number. Results include the court division, charge, filing date, and current status.
The Texas DPS runs a statewide criminal history database. You can search it at DPS Criminal History Search for $3 per search. This is a name-based search that pulls from courts across Texas. For more accurate results tied to a specific individual, the FAST fingerprint program gives definitive results. To search in person, visit the clerk's office at 201 N. Main Street with a valid ID and the name of the person you are searching.
Andrews County Misdemeanor Records
Because Andrews County uses a combined clerk office, misdemeanor records are stored in the same place as felony records. The county court at law handles Class A and B misdemeanor cases. These include charges such as DWI, assault causing bodily injury, and theft between certain dollar amounts. The combined clerk files and maintains all documents from these cases.
Class C misdemeanors are different. Those cases are handled at the justice of the peace courts and municipal courts. Records from JP and municipal courts are not stored with the county or district clerk. If you need a Class C record, contact the specific JP court that handled the case in Andrews County.
Note: The combined clerk at (432) 524-1423 can tell you whether a case falls under their records or needs to be requested from a JP or municipal court.
Andrews County Arrest Records
The Andrews County Sheriff's Office handles arrests and maintains jail records. When someone is booked into the Andrews County Jail, an arrest record is created. That record contains the name of the person arrested, the charges at booking, date and time of arrest, and booking information. An arrest record is not the same as a court record and does not show the outcome of any court case.
For people currently in state prison or recently released, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice offender search is a free statewide tool. The Texas sex offender registry lists registered offenders by name and location across the state, including Andrews County. Both are public resources available online at no cost.
What Andrews County Criminal Records Contain
Criminal case files in Andrews County contain documents from every stage of a case. The file typically starts with the charging document and grows as motions, orders, and hearings are added. By the time a case closes, the file may include dozens of documents.
Common documents in an Andrews County criminal case file:
- Indictment or information (the formal charges)
- Arrest and booking records
- Bond orders and conditions
- Motions filed by both sides
- Judge's orders and rulings
- Plea agreement if applicable
- Judgment, sentence, and any probation terms
Most of these records are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552, the Public Information Act. Sealed records, juvenile cases, and records that have been expunged are not available to the public. You can ask the clerk whether a specific record is sealed or restricted before making a formal request.
Fees and Access in Andrews County
Standard copy fees at the Andrews County combined clerk office are $1 per page for plain copies and an additional $5 for certified copies. If you need a certified copy to use as legal proof, you pay both the per-page fee and the certification fee. Payment can be made in person or by money order for mail requests.
The re:SearchTX portal is free to use and does not require an account. Basic case information is available to anyone. The DPS name-based search costs $3. Court forms are available at txcourts.gov for free. Contact the clerk at (432) 524-1423 to verify fees before mailing a records request.
Legal Help in Andrews County
Andrews County residents who need legal help with a criminal matter can reach out to Lone Star Legal Aid, which provides free civil legal services to eligible low-income Texans. They cover a wide area of West Texas and can assist with issues like expunctions and record sealing.
The Texas Bar Find-A-Lawyer directory lets you search for licensed attorneys by county and practice area. TexasLawHelp.org has free guides covering criminal records, expunctions, and public access to court files. The Texas Public Information Act outlines your rights when requesting records from government offices like the sheriff or court clerk.
Cities in Andrews County
Andrews is the county seat and the main city in Andrews County. All criminal court cases filed in the county go through the courts in Andrews, regardless of where in the county the offense occurred.
The county is largely rural. Small communities outside the city of Andrews include Shafter Lake and other unincorporated areas. All cases are processed through the Andrews County courthouse.
Nearby Counties
Andrews County sits in the Permian Basin region of West Texas. Neighboring counties all have their own courts and record systems. If you need records from a bordering area, check with Ector County, Gaines County, Martin County, or Midland County.