Fisher County Criminal Court Records

Fisher County criminal court records are maintained in Roby, Texas, the county seat in West Texas. Fisher County is one of Texas's smaller and more rural counties, and the District and County Clerk functions are combined into a single office that handles both felony and misdemeanor filings. Records can be searched through the statewide re:SearchTX portal online, by visiting the clerk's office in Roby, or by making a written request by mail.

Fisher County District and County Clerk

In small Texas counties like Fisher, the District Clerk and County Clerk roles are combined. The combined office in Roby handles all criminal filings, both felony cases from the district court and Class A and B misdemeanor cases from the county court. All records are stored in the same building and managed by the same staff.

Fisher County is served by the 32nd Judicial District Court, which also covers Nolan, Mitchell, and Crosby counties. The judge rotates between those counties on a schedule, but cases filed in Fisher County remain in Fisher County's records. The clerk's office processes all filings, tracks them through the court, and stores the final documents.

Given Fisher County's small population, the caseload is modest and staff can generally help locate records without much delay. Call ahead for older records that may need to be pulled from storage before your visit.

How to Search Fisher County Criminal Records

The free statewide re:SearchTX portal covers Fisher County criminal cases from both the district and county courts. Search by name or cause number and see charges, case status, court dates, and available documents. No account is required and the tool is available any time.

The screenshot below is from the Texas Judicial Branch's re:SearchTX portal, the statewide system for public access to criminal and civil court records including Fisher County.

For older records or physical document copies, contact the clerk's office directly before making the trip to Roby. For a statewide criminal history, the Texas DPS Criminal History portal covers arrest and conviction data from agencies across Texas. Self-searches are free. Third-party searches cost a small fee. Certified reports go through the FAST fingerprint program.

Misdemeanor Records in Fisher County

Class A and B misdemeanor cases are heard in the Fisher County Court. The same combined clerk's office handles those records. Because the office manages both felony and misdemeanor files, you do not need to contact two separate offices when researching a Fisher County criminal case.

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

Class C misdemeanors go through the Fisher County Justice of the Peace courts. Those records are held by the individual J.P. court that heard them, not the combined clerk's office.

Arrest Records and Criminal History

The Fisher County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency in the county. It handles arrests in both the unincorporated county and within the small communities that do not have their own municipal police. Booking records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office and the county jail.

For a full Texas-wide criminal history, the Texas DPS Criminal History portal covers arrests and convictions from agencies statewide. Self-searches are free. Third-party searches cost a small fee. Certified reports come from the FAST fingerprint program.

The Texas Sex Offender Registry allows searches by county and name. The TDCJ offender search covers anyone who has been in the Texas state prison system after a conviction in Fisher County or elsewhere in the state.

What Criminal Case Files Include

Fisher County criminal case files hold the same core documents used across Texas. A simple plea produces a short file. A contested case generates more pages. Common items include:

• Grand jury indictment or criminal information
• Arrest warrant and probable cause affidavit
• Bond documents and release conditions
• Pretrial motions from both sides
• Court orders and judge's rulings
• Plea agreement and judicial acceptance
• Final judgment and sentence
• Community supervision or probation conditions
• Restitution orders if applicable
• Appellate filings if the case was appealed

Records expunged under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 are removed from public access. Sealed orders and juvenile files are also restricted. Ask the clerk about the status of any specific record before visiting.

Fees and Requesting Records

Copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an added certification fee. Call the clerk's office to get a page count before sending payment. Mail requests go to the Fisher County District/County Clerk at 302 S. Main Street, Roby, TX 79543. Include the defendant's full name, cause number if known, approximate date range, a description of what you need, and payment.

Free legal help is available at TexasLawHelp.org for guides on expunctions and non-disclosures. Lone Star Legal Aid may serve qualifying residents in West Texas. The Texas Bar referral service can connect you with a licensed attorney. Court forms are available at txcourts.gov.

Cities in Fisher County

Roby is the county seat and the largest community in Fisher County. Rotan is another small community in the county. No cities in Fisher County meet the population threshold for individual city pages. All criminal court filings are handled at the courthouse in Roby.

Nearby Counties

Fisher County is in West Texas south of Abilene. Find criminal court records for surrounding areas at: Nolan County, Jones County, Haskell County, Stonewall County, Kent County, and Scurry County.