Crane County Criminal Court Records
Crane County criminal court records are filed with the combined District and County Clerk office in Crane, Texas. One office handles both felony and misdemeanor filings, which is typical for small West Texas counties. You can search records online for free through the re:SearchTX portal, stop by the courthouse at 201 W. 6th Street in person, or call (432) 558-3581 to ask about mail requests. Staff can search by name or cause number and tell you whether a specific record is available.
Crane County Overview
Crane County District and County Clerk
The combined clerk office in Crane handles all criminal case filings for both the district court and the county court. Crane County falls under the 109th Judicial District. The district judge travels a circuit, so court sessions in Crane do not happen every week. If you are planning a visit related to an active case, call ahead to confirm the court schedule and what the clerk has available.
Because the district and county functions are combined, one call or one visit covers both felony and misdemeanor records. The clerk files indictments, maintains case files, takes payments for copies, and processes post-conviction filings. Expunction petitions under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 are filed with this office as well. Staff are generally familiar with locating older records and can help if you are searching for a case from many years ago.
| Office | Crane County District/County Clerk (Combined) |
|---|---|
| Address | 201 W. 6th Street Crane, TX 79731 |
| Phone | (432) 558-3581 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Crane County Criminal Records
Start with the re:SearchTX portal, which is maintained by the Texas Office of Court Administration. It is free, requires no login, and covers Crane County district court filings. You can search by name or cause number. Results show the charge, case status, hearing dates, and documents that have been filed in the case.
The re:SearchTX search tool shown below is the most accessible way to check Crane County criminal records from anywhere with internet access.
For a broader criminal history check across Texas courts, use the Texas DPS Criminal History Search at $3 per name. This tool is useful when you need to check for cases filed in multiple counties. For a definitive result tied to one individual, the FAST fingerprint program is the most reliable option. To search in person at the Crane County Courthouse, bring a valid ID.
Crane County Misdemeanor Records
Crane County's combined clerk office stores misdemeanor records in the same system as felony records. Class A and B misdemeanor cases heard in county court, such as first-offense DWI, assault, and theft under the felony threshold, are all filed and maintained at 201 W. 6th Street. There is no need to visit a separate office for misdemeanor records in Crane County.
Class C misdemeanors are handled by the justice of the peace courts in Crane County's precincts. Those records are not filed with the combined clerk. If you need a Class C offense record, such as a fine-only traffic matter, contact the JP precinct that handled the case. The combined clerk's office can help you figure out which precinct to contact if you are not sure.
Crane County Arrest Records
The Crane County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement and runs the county jail. Booking records are created when someone is arrested and processed at the jail. Those records show the person's name, the charges listed at booking, and the date of arrest. An arrest record does not reflect what happened in court. A person can be arrested and have charges dropped, or be found not guilty, without that outcome changing the arrest record.
For state prison records, the TDCJ offender search is a free online resource covering the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system statewide. The Texas sex offender registry lists registered offenders by name and location and covers Crane County along with every other county in the state. Both resources are free and updated regularly. For current jail information, call the Crane County Sheriff's Office directly.
What Crane County Criminal Records Contain
A criminal case file in Crane County includes everything filed in court from the start of the case to its conclusion. For a felony that goes to trial, the file can be substantial. For a case resolved quickly by plea, it may be shorter.
Documents typically found in a Crane County criminal case file:
- Indictment or criminal information
- Arraignment and plea records
- Bond orders and conditions of release
- Motions filed by both prosecution and defense
- Court orders resolving those motions
- Any plea agreement signed by the parties
- Judgment and sentence
- Probation or supervision terms if applicable
- Post-conviction motions or expunction petitions
Most of these documents are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Sealed records and expunged cases are withheld. Ask the clerk if you are not sure whether a particular file is restricted before requesting copies.
Fees and Access in Crane County
The Crane County combined clerk charges $1 per page for plain copies and an extra $5 for certified copies. If you need a certified copy to use as legal proof, plan to pay both charges. Mail requests should include a money order made payable to the Crane County Clerk. Call (432) 558-3581 to confirm the amount before mailing.
Online searches through re:SearchTX cost nothing. The DPS name search is $3 per query. Standard court forms are free at txcourts.gov. For legal assistance, Lone Star Legal Aid serves West Texas residents with limited income. TexasLawHelp.org has free self-help guides on expunctions and record access. The Texas Bar lawyer search can help you locate a licensed attorney in the Permian Basin area.
Cities in Crane County
Crane is the county seat and the only city in Crane County. It is a small community in the Permian Basin of West Texas. All criminal court filings in the county go through the Crane County Courthouse, regardless of where the offense occurred. No other city in the county meets the population threshold for a separate records page.
Nearby Counties
Crane County is in the Permian Basin surrounded by other oil-producing West Texas counties. Neighboring counties include Upton County to the east, Ector County to the north, Ward County to the west, Winkler County to the northwest, and Andrews County to the north. Each county maintains its own court records and clerk office.