Archer County Criminal Court Records Lookup
Archer County criminal court records are kept at the combined District and County Clerk office in Archer City, Texas. This office handles both felony and misdemeanor case files for the county. You can search Archer County criminal records through the free re:SearchTX portal, visit the courthouse at 100 S. Center Street in person, or contact the clerk by phone to ask about a case. This page covers where records are held, what they include, and how to request copies in Archer County.
Archer County Overview
Archer County District and County Clerk
Archer County uses a combined clerk system, which means one office manages both district court and county court records. The combined clerk at 100 S. Center Street in Archer City holds all felony indictments, misdemeanor case files, and court orders. This is standard for smaller Texas counties where the caseload does not justify separate offices.
The 97th Judicial District Court covers Archer County. All felony criminal matters go through the district court and are maintained by the combined clerk. For expunction petitions under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, those are also filed in Archer County's combined clerk office. Staff can assist with searches by name or cause number during business hours.
| Office | Archer County District/County Clerk (Combined) |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 S. Center Street Archer City, TX 76351 |
| Phone | (940) 574-4615 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Archer County Criminal Records
The re:SearchTX portal provides free public access to Archer County criminal case records from the Texas court system. The portal shows case status, charges, hearing dates, and documents filed in district court. No account or payment is needed to search.
The re:SearchTX portal is a good starting point for any case search in Archer County. You can look up by name or cause number. Results show the court, case type, charges, and current status. For a broader statewide search, the DPS Criminal History search costs $3 and covers courts across all of Texas. For the most accurate identification-based search, the FAST fingerprint program provides definitive results.
To search in person, go to the combined clerk's office at 100 S. Center Street in Archer City. Call ahead at (940) 574-4615 to confirm hours and ask what you need to bring. Mail requests should include the full name of the subject, a general timeframe, and payment for any copies.
Archer County Misdemeanor Records
Misdemeanor records in Archer County are held in the same combined clerk's office as felony records. The county court handles Class A and B misdemeanor cases, including first-offense DWI, theft under certain thresholds, and assault without serious bodily injury. Because the district and county functions are combined in Archer County, you contact the same office for both types of records.
Class C misdemeanors are different. Those cases are handled at the justice of the peace and municipal court level. Records from those courts are not stored with the combined clerk. If you need a Class C misdemeanor record, you would need to contact the specific JP or municipal court that handled the case in Archer County.
Note: The combined clerk at (940) 574-4615 can help you identify which court handled a specific case if you are not sure whether it was a Class A, B, or C offense.
Archer County Arrest Records
The Archer County Sheriff's Office maintains arrest records and the county jail log. When someone is booked into the Archer County Jail, an arrest record is created. This record captures the name, date of arrest, booking charges, and bond information. Arrest records do not show court outcomes. Those are in the case file, which is a separate document held by the clerk.
The TDCJ offender search gives you information on people currently serving time in Texas state prisons or who have been recently released. It is free and searchable by name. The Texas sex offender registry lets you search for registered sex offenders by name or county, including Archer County.
What Archer County Criminal Records Contain
Criminal case files in Archer County are maintained by the combined clerk's office. Each file contains the charging instrument plus all documents filed before, during, and after the case. The total number of documents varies a lot depending on whether the case went to trial or was resolved by plea.
Common documents in Archer County criminal files:
- Indictment or charging information
- Arrest warrant and affidavit
- Bond and bail records
- Pretrial motions and rulings
- Plea agreement if applicable
- Judgment and sentence
- Community supervision or probation terms
Public access to these records is guaranteed under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Exceptions include juvenile records, sealed records, and cases where an expunction order has been issued. Expunged records under Chapter 55 of the Code of Criminal Procedure must be returned or destroyed by all agencies involved.
Fees and Record Access in Archer County
Plain copies of criminal records in Archer County cost $1 per page. Certified copies cost $1 per page plus a $5 certification fee. You can get copies in person at the courthouse or by mailing a request with payment to the combined clerk's office. For online access, re:SearchTX is free and has no per-search fees.
The statewide DPS name-based criminal history search costs $3. Standard court forms are available free at txcourts.gov. Call the clerk at (940) 574-4615 to confirm current fees and payment methods before sending a mail request.
Legal Resources in Archer County
Lone Star Legal Aid serves North Texas including Archer County. They provide free legal assistance to low-income residents and can help with civil legal matters including expunctions and record-related issues. Visit their website to check current eligibility and services.
Use the Texas Bar Find-A-Lawyer tool to locate attorneys near Archer County. TexasLawHelp.org has free guides on criminal records, expunctions, and related topics. For questions about requesting public records from the sheriff or court, see the Texas Public Information Act overview from the Attorney General's office.
Cities in Archer County
Archer City is the county seat and serves as the location for all Archer County criminal court proceedings. Cases filed from anywhere in the county go through the Archer City courthouse.
Other communities in Archer County include Holliday, Megargel, Windthorst, and Scotland. All cases from these areas are handled through the Archer County combined clerk's office in Archer City.
Nearby Counties
Archer County is located in North Texas. If a case was handled in a neighboring area, check with Wichita County, Clay County, Young County, or Baylor County. Each county has its own court system and clerk's office.