Find Edwards County Criminal Court Records

Edwards County criminal court records are maintained in Rocksprings, the county seat located in the Texas Hill Country. Edwards County is one of Texas's least populated counties, and the District and County Clerk functions are combined into one office that handles both felony and misdemeanor filings. Records can be accessed through the statewide re:SearchTX portal online, by visiting the clerk's office in Rocksprings, or by making a written request by mail.

Edwards County District and County Clerk

In small Texas counties like Edwards, the District Clerk and County Clerk duties are often combined into one office. That is the case here. The combined clerk's office in Rocksprings handles felony criminal cases filed in the district court as well as Class A and B misdemeanor cases heard in the county court. Both sets of records are kept in the same building.

Edwards County is served by the 63rd Judicial District, which covers Edwards and several surrounding counties. Because the district spans multiple counties, the judge rotates among them on a set schedule. When a criminal case is filed in Edwards County, it stays in Edwards County regardless of the judge's rotation schedule. The clerk's office processes all filings, tracks case progress, and stores the resulting documents.

Given the county's small size, the clerk's office handles a modest number of criminal cases compared to larger counties. Staff are generally available to help with record requests during normal business hours. Calling ahead is a good idea, especially for older records that may need to be pulled from storage.

How to Search Edwards County Criminal Records

The statewide re:SearchTX portal is the best place to start. It covers district court felonies and county court misdemeanors across Texas, including Edwards County. Search by name or cause number to see charges, court dates, case status, and available documents. The tool is free and accessible at any time.

The screenshot below comes from the Texas Judicial Branch's re:SearchTX system, which serves as the central online access point for criminal and civil court records statewide.

The re:SearchTX portal shown above covers both current and older cases that have been added to the system. For older Edwards County records not yet online, or for physical documents, contact the clerk's office directly by phone before making the trip. The Texas DPS Criminal History portal is the right tool for a statewide criminal history search. Self-searches are free. Third-party requests cost a small fee. Certified reports go through the FAST fingerprint program.

Misdemeanor Records in Edwards County

Class A and B misdemeanor cases are heard in the Edwards County Court and records are kept by the combined clerk's office. The same phone number and address above applies. Because this office handles both felony and misdemeanor records, you do not need to contact two separate offices when researching a case in Edwards County.

Common Class A and B misdemeanor charges include first-offense DWI, assault causing bodily injury, theft in lower dollar ranges, and possession of small amounts of certain substances. The re:SearchTX portal will tell you whether a case is a district court felony or a county court misdemeanor when you search by name.

Class C misdemeanors, including traffic violations, go through the Edwards County Justice of the Peace courts. Those records are kept by the J.P. court that heard the case, not by the county clerk's office.

Arrest Records and Criminal History

The Edwards County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement for the county and books arrestees into the county jail. The Sheriff is the primary local law enforcement agency given the county's rural nature and lack of a large municipal police force.

For a full Texas-wide criminal history, the Texas DPS Criminal History portal pulls arrest and disposition data from agencies across the state. Self-searches are free. Third-party searches require a small fee. Official certified reports for legal or licensing use come through the FAST fingerprint program.

The Texas Sex Offender Registry allows searches by county and by name. The TDCJ offender search covers individuals who have served time in Texas state prisons after a conviction in Edwards County or elsewhere in Texas.

What Criminal Case Files Include

Edwards County criminal case files contain the same core documents found in courts across Texas. The file grows based on how the case moves through the system. Common items include:

• Grand jury indictment or criminal information
• Arrest warrant and probable cause affidavit
• Bond documents and conditions of release
• Pretrial motions and responses
• Court orders and rulings from the judge
• Plea agreement and judicial acceptance
• Final judgment and sentencing details
• Community supervision or probation terms
• Restitution orders if the court ordered them
• Any appellate filings if the case was appealed

Records expunged under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 are removed from public access. Juvenile files and sealed court orders are also restricted. Ask the clerk if you are unsure whether a particular record is available.

Fees and Record Request Process

Copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an added fee. For older records that may need to be pulled from storage, it helps to call ahead. Include as much identifying information as possible in your request so staff can locate the file efficiently.

Mail requests go to the Edwards County District/County Clerk at 198 W. Austin Street, Rocksprings, TX 78880. Include the name, cause number if known, approximate date range, what you are looking for, and payment. The office will follow up if the cost is different from what you sent.

Free legal information is available at TexasLawHelp.org for expunction and non-disclosure guidance. Lone Star Legal Aid may serve qualifying residents in this area. The Texas Bar referral service can help you find a licensed attorney. Texas court forms are posted at txcourts.gov.

Cities in Edwards County

Rocksprings is the county seat and the largest community in Edwards County. No cities in Edwards County meet the population threshold for individual city pages. All criminal court filings from across the county are handled at the courthouse in Rocksprings.

Nearby Counties

Edwards County sits in a sparsely populated part of Southwest Texas. Find criminal court records for surrounding areas at: Val Verde County, Kinney County, Uvalde County, Real County, Kerr County, and Sutton County.