Gray County Criminal Court Records
Gray County criminal court records are filed and stored at the courthouse in Pampa, Texas. The District Clerk maintains all felony criminal case records while the County Clerk keeps Class A and B misdemeanor files. You can search Gray County criminal cases through the free re:SearchTX portal, visit the Pampa courthouse in person, or submit a written records request by mail. This page explains where records are kept and how to get copies from the right office.
Gray County Overview
Gray County District Clerk
The Gray County District Clerk holds all felony criminal court records for the county. This office processes indictments from the grand jury, manages the criminal docket for the 31st Judicial District Court, and stores final judgments and sentences. Any felony charged in Gray County will have its case file here at the Pampa courthouse.
In-person requests can be made at the counter during business hours. Staff can search by defendant name or cause number. Mail requests are also accepted. Expunction petitions under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 are filed with this office. When the court grants an expunction, the record is removed from public access and all agencies must destroy their copies per the court's order.
| Office | Gray County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 205 N. Russell Street Pampa, TX 79065 |
| Phone | (806) 665-8001 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Gray County Criminal Records
The free re:SearchTX portal from the Texas Office of Court Administration gives you online access to district court criminal records for Gray County and the rest of Texas. Search by name, cause number, or attorney. The system shows charges, case status, and hearing dates. No account is required to use it.
For a statewide criminal history report, use the DPS Criminal History Search at $3 per name. This covers courts across all Texas counties and is helpful when searching someone who may have records in multiple locations. The FAST fingerprint program is the most accurate method when identity matters most.
The re:SearchTX portal shown above is maintained by the Texas Office of Court Administration and provides free public access to district court records including those from Gray County.
Gray County Misdemeanor Records
Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases in Gray County are handled in the County Court and stored by the County Clerk. DWI charges, low-level assault, and theft cases below the felony threshold are common examples. The County Clerk's office is in the same courthouse building in Pampa as the District Clerk. You can visit both offices in one trip.
To get a misdemeanor record from Gray County, contact the County Clerk with the name of the defendant or the cause number. They can search the system and tell you what is on file. Class C misdemeanors are handled at the JP court level and those records are not held by the County Clerk. You would need to contact the specific justice of the peace court where the case was heard.
| Office | Gray County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 205 N. Russell Street Pampa, TX 79065 |
| Phone | (806) 665-5218 |
Note: Class C misdemeanor records are kept by individual justice of the peace courts, not the County Clerk or District Clerk.
Gray County Arrest Records
Arrest records for Gray County are maintained by the Gray County Sheriff's Office in Pampa. When someone is booked at the county jail, the sheriff creates a booking record that lists the person's name, charges at booking, and date of arrest. That record is separate from any court case that may follow. Arrest records show what happened at booking, not the result of the criminal case in court.
For current Gray County jail inmates, contact the Sheriff's Office. For statewide prison inmates, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice offender search is available online. The DPS sex offender registry is a public database that lists registered offenders by county and address. Both are free to search.
What Gray County Criminal Records Contain
A criminal case file in Gray County can hold many documents. The file starts when the charging instrument is filed. For felonies, that is a grand jury indictment. For misdemeanors, it is an information filed by the county attorney. The file then grows as motions, hearings, and orders are added throughout the case.
Common items found in Gray County criminal case files:
- Indictment or information charging the offense
- Arrest warrant and probable cause affidavit
- Bond documents and conditions of release
- Plea agreement or jury trial records
- Judgment and sentence of the court
- Community supervision terms if probation was ordered
Most criminal records are open to the public. Sealed records include juvenile cases and some mental health evaluations. Expunged records are removed from public access entirely. Under Texas Government Code Chapter 552, the Texas Public Information Act gives residents the legal right to request government records including court files. The Texas Attorney General provides guidance on how to use that right if an agency denies access.
Record Access Fees in Gray County
Copies of criminal court records in Gray County cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an extra $5 fee. You can request records in person at the Pampa courthouse or by mailing a written request with payment to the clerk's office. Include the name of the defendant, the cause number if available, and specify whether you want plain or certified copies.
Online access through re:SearchTX is free for basic case data. The DPS name-based search is $3 and covers all Texas courts. For full details on available search methods, see the DPS Crime Records Service page.
Note: Call the Gray County District Clerk at (806) 665-8001 to confirm the current fee schedule before submitting a mail request for copies.
Legal Resources in Gray County
Lone Star Legal Aid serves low-income Texans across the Texas Panhandle region including Gray County. They may provide help with criminal record matters such as expunction petitions. For attorney referrals, the Texas Bar Find-A-Lawyer tool lets you search by county and practice area.
Self-help legal resources are at TexasLawHelp.org, including free guides on expunction, criminal records access, and the Texas court process. The Texas Public Information Act also allows you to request records from the Gray County Sheriff's Office and other county agencies.
Cities in Gray County
Pampa is the county seat of Gray County and where all district and county courts are located. All criminal cases from anywhere in Gray County are handled through the Pampa courthouse.
Other communities in Gray County include McLean and Lefors. These communities have no separate court systems. All criminal cases go through the Gray County courts in Pampa.
Nearby Counties
Gray County is in the Texas Panhandle. Neighboring counties each maintain their own court records. If you need to know which county held a case, determine where the offense occurred. Surrounding counties include Carson County, Donley County, Collingsworth County, Wheeler County, Roberts County, and Hemphill County.