Blanco County Criminal Court Records

Blanco County criminal court records are filed and kept at the courthouse in Johnson City, Texas. Felony cases are handled by the District Clerk, and Class A and B misdemeanor records go through the County Clerk. Blanco is a small Hill Country county, and both clerk functions may be handled through a compact office at the courthouse. You can search Blanco County criminal cases using the free re:SearchTX portal, contact the clerk's office directly, or visit in person for copies of documents.

Blanco County District Clerk

The Blanco County District Clerk manages all felony criminal court records originating from the county. When someone is indicted on a felony charge in Blanco County, the District Clerk creates the case file, assigns a cause number, and tracks the matter through the court system. Every document filed after that point becomes part of the public record stored at the courthouse in Johnson City.

Blanco County falls within the 33rd Judicial District. The District Clerk serves as the official link between the court and the public for access to felony case files. You can look up cases in person, by phone, or by mail. For expunctions and non-disclosure petitions tied to Blanco County felony cases, this is also the office where those are filed. The Texas expunction statute sets the eligibility requirements.

Searching Blanco County Criminal Case Records

The re:SearchTX portal is the best free option for searching Blanco County criminal cases remotely. You search by the defendant's name or cause number, and the system returns the charge, case status, court dates, and any electronically filed documents. The portal covers both district and county court criminal cases across Texas, so you can check both court levels in a single search.

The re:SearchTX portal gives the public free access to Blanco County criminal court records filed in Texas district and county courts statewide.

In-person searches at the Johnson City courthouse are reliable for older records that may not be fully indexed online. Call ahead if you are looking for a case from more than a decade ago, as retrieval may take extra time. For a broader criminal history that covers statewide arrests and dispositions, use the Texas DPS Criminal History portal.

Misdemeanor Records in Blanco County

Class A and B misdemeanor cases in Blanco County are handled in the county court, and the County Clerk maintains those records. Charges at this level include DWI without aggravating factors, assault causing bodily injury, minor drug possession, and theft in certain value ranges. The County Clerk's office in Johnson City can help you find a specific case or provide copies of documents.

The re:SearchTX portal covers county court misdemeanor cases as well. If you are not sure whether a charge was a felony or a misdemeanor, a name search on that portal will show you both court levels and let you identify which one applies. For cases close to the felony/misdemeanor line, the charge wording in the indictment or information document tells you definitively.

Class C misdemeanor cases, such as traffic tickets and minor offenses handled by the Blanco County Justice of the Peace courts, are separate from the County Clerk's records. Contact the JP court for those.

Arrest Records and Related Criminal History Sources

The Blanco County Sheriff's Office handles arrests and jail operations for the county. Sheriff's records include booking logs, arrest reports, and jail roster information. These records are separate from what the District and County Clerk maintain. An arrest report shows what was alleged at the time of arrest. Court records show how the case was resolved.

For a statewide criminal history that goes beyond just Blanco County, the Texas DPS Criminal History portal is the right tool. It covers arrests and dispositions from counties across Texas. Self-searches are free. Third-party searches require a small fee. For certified background reports used in employment or licensing contexts, the FAST fingerprint program provides the most complete results.

The Texas Sex Offender Registry can be searched by county to find registered offenders in Blanco County. The TDCJ offender search covers people who have been sentenced to Texas state prison after a conviction in Blanco County or elsewhere in the state.

What Is Inside a Criminal Case File

Criminal case files in Blanco County are structured the same way as in other Texas counties. The number of pages varies a lot depending on whether the case went to trial. Here are the documents you typically find:

• Indictment or criminal information (the formal charging document)
• Arrest warrant and probable cause affidavit
• Bond documents and conditions of release set by the court
• Pretrial motions and the court's rulings on them
• Any diversion or deferred adjudication agreements
• Plea agreements and judicial acceptance of the plea
• Trial records if the case went before a jury or judge
• Final judgment and sentence
• Probation or community supervision conditions
• Records of any appeal filed by either party

Juvenile records are confidential and sealed by law. Records that have been expunged under Chapter 55 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure are removed from public access entirely. If you cannot locate a record, the clerk can confirm whether a restriction applies.

Fees and How to Request Records

Copies from the Blanco County clerk's office are $1 per page under standard Texas fees. Certified copies carry an added fee for the certification. For mail requests, include the defendant's full name, approximate date range, the type of record you need, and a check or money order. Staff will copy what they can and contact you if the cost exceeds your initial payment.

In-person requests are typically faster. You can visit the courthouse in Johnson City during business hours and ask staff to pull the file. Most requests can be processed the same day if the file is readily accessible.

For free legal help related to Blanco County criminal records, TexasLawHelp.org has guides on expunctions, non-disclosures, and public records rights. The Texas Bar referral service can connect you with a local attorney. Lone Star Legal Aid may be able to assist with qualifying matters in the Hill Country region.

Cities in Blanco County

Blanco County is a small Hill Country county located between Austin and San Antonio. Johnson City serves as the county seat. The town of Blanco and a few other small communities make up the rest of the population. None of these communities meet the population threshold for a separate city records page. All criminal court records for addresses in Blanco County are maintained at the courthouse in Johnson City.

Nearby Counties

Blanco County sits in the Texas Hill Country surrounded by several other counties. Find criminal court records for nearby areas at: Gillespie County, Llano County, Burnet County, Travis County, Hays County, Comal County, and Kendall County.