Foard County Criminal Court Records

Foard County criminal court records are maintained at the courthouse in Crowell, the county seat in North Texas near the Red River. Foard County is one of Texas's smallest counties by population, and the District and County Clerk duties are handled by a single combined office. That office manages both felony and misdemeanor criminal filings. Records can be searched through the statewide re:SearchTX portal, by visiting the clerk's office in Crowell, or by written mail request.

Foard County District and County Clerk

Foard County uses a combined clerk's office that handles both District and County Clerk functions. The single office in Crowell processes all criminal filings, both felony cases filed in the district court and Class A and B misdemeanor cases heard in the county court. Staff maintain the case files, assign cause numbers, track cases through the court, and store all resulting documents.

Foard County is served by the 46th Judicial District Court, which also covers Hardeman, Wilbarger, and Cottle counties. The judge rotates among those counties. Cases filed in Foard County stay in the Foard County record system. Because the county's population is very small, the caseload is light and staff can usually assist with records requests without long delays.

It is a good idea to call ahead before visiting, especially for older records. Staff can confirm whether documents are available and whether anything in a specific case is sealed or restricted from public access.

How to Search Foard County Criminal Records

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

The screenshot below comes from the Texas Judicial Branch's re:SearchTX portal, the official statewide system for public court record access in Texas, including Foard County cases.

For records not yet added to the online system or for physical document copies, contact the combined clerk's office directly. For a full Texas-wide criminal history, the Texas DPS Criminal History portal covers arrest and conviction data from agencies across the state. Self-searches are free. Third-party searches cost a small fee. Certified reports come through the FAST fingerprint program.

Foard County Misdemeanor Records

Class A and B misdemeanor cases in Foard County are heard in the county court, and the same combined clerk's office keeps those records. Because felony and misdemeanor files are in the same office, you only need one contact for both types of cases. Common misdemeanor charges include first-offense DWI, assault causing bodily injury, and possession of small amounts of certain controlled substances.

The re:SearchTX portal covers county court cases the same way it covers district court felonies. A quick name search will show you the court type and confirm whether you are dealing with a felony or a misdemeanor. Misdemeanor expunction petitions are also filed with this combined office.

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

Arrest Records and Criminal History

The Foard County Sheriff's Office is the only significant law enforcement agency in this small county. It handles arrests throughout the county and books people into the county jail. The Sheriff's Office maintains its own booking and incident records.

For a full Texas criminal history, the Texas DPS Criminal History portal pulls data from law enforcement agencies statewide. Self-searches are free. Third-party searches cost a small fee. Certified reports go through the FAST fingerprint program.

The Texas Sex Offender Registry allows searches by county and name. The TDCJ offender search covers anyone who has served time in Texas state prison following a conviction in Foard County or anywhere else in the state.

What Criminal Case Files Contain

Foard County criminal case files hold the same types of documents used in courts throughout Texas. A simple plea case is brief. A contested case produces more pages. Typical documents include:

• Grand jury indictment or criminal information
• Arrest warrant and probable cause affidavit
• Bond documents and release conditions
• Pretrial motions filed by both sides
• Court orders and judge's rulings
• Plea agreement and judicial acceptance
• Final judgment and sentence
• Community supervision or probation terms
• Restitution orders if the court ordered them
• 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 you visit.

Fees and Requesting Foard County Records

Copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an additional certification fee. Call the clerk's office before mailing payment for any request that may involve many pages. Mail requests go to the Foard County District/County Clerk at 100 S. Main Street, Crowell, TX 79227. Include the full name, cause number if known, date range, what you need, and payment.

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

Cities in Foard County

Crowell is the county seat and the only significant community in Foard County. No cities in Foard County meet the population threshold for individual city pages. All criminal court filings from the county are handled at the courthouse in Crowell.

Nearby Counties

Foard County is in North Texas near the Red River. Find criminal court records for surrounding areas at: Hardeman County, Wilbarger County, Knox County, King County, and Cottle County.