Kendall County Criminal Court Records

Kendall County criminal court records are maintained at the courthouse in Boerne, Texas, where both the District Clerk and County Clerk offices handle public record requests. The county sits in the Texas Hill Country northwest of San Antonio and has seen steady growth over the past two decades, which means court filings have grown as well. Felony cases go through the district court, misdemeanor matters are handled at the county court level, and both sets of records are open to the public. Note that searches involving records older than 2010 may carry a fee at the Kendall County clerk's office.

Kendall County District Clerk

The Kendall County District Clerk maintains felony criminal case files from district court proceedings. This office is located at 221 Fawn Valley Drive in Boerne and handles records for all district court cases filed in the county. If you need documents from a felony case, this is the correct office to contact first. Staff can look up cases by name, cause number, or date of filing.

Kendall County is part of the 216th Judicial District. Felony charges are filed and tried in that court, and the resulting record, including the indictment, any motions, plea paperwork, and final judgment, is held by the District Clerk. These documents are available to the public. One thing to keep in mind: the office has noted that searches involving records filed before 2010 may carry an additional fee due to the research involved in locating older paper files.

If you need records from before 2010, it is a good idea to call ahead first, confirm what is available, and ask whether a fee applies before submitting a formal request. The office can usually let you know over the phone what to expect.

How to Search Kendall County Criminal Records

The statewide re:SearchTX portal is the best starting point for most people. It is free to use, covers district and county court cases statewide, and returns case-level details such as charges, hearing dates, and current status. You can search Kendall County cases by defendant name or cause number without any account or fee required.

The Texas Office of Court Administration runs the re:SearchTX court records portal, which provides public access to Kendall County district and county court criminal filings.

For a broader criminal history that covers arrests and dispositions across the state, the Texas DPS Criminal History portal is the right tool. The self-search option is free. Third-party searches involve a small fee. For cases that require a certified result, the FAST fingerprint program provides a more thorough review through DPS. In-person visits to the Boerne courthouse are also a reliable method for anyone who needs specific documents or wants to review a full case file.

Misdemeanor Records in Kendall County

Class A and B misdemeanor cases in Kendall County are handled in the county court, and the County Clerk maintains those records. The County Clerk's office is located at the same general courthouse complex in Boerne. Charges at this level include things like DWI first offense, assault causing bodily injury, and theft below certain dollar thresholds.

Misdemeanor case files follow the same general structure as felony files: charging document, any bond conditions set by the judge, motions from both sides, and the final disposition. For records filed before 2010, the same note about possible research fees applies at the county court level as well. It is worth calling the County Clerk at the Boerne courthouse to confirm before mailing a request.

Class C misdemeanors are the lowest level of offense in Texas and are handled by Justice of the Peace courts. Kendall County has JP courts in Boerne and other precincts. Those records are kept separately from the District and County Clerk offices. If you are searching for a minor traffic offense or similar Class C matter, contact the JP court directly.

Arrest Records and Related Sources

Arrests in Kendall County are handled by the Kendall County Sheriff's Office and, within the city limits of Boerne, by the Boerne Police Department. Booking records from the county jail are maintained by the Sheriff's Office and are separate from court records. An arrest record reflects the charge at the time of booking; what happened in court afterward is documented in the clerk's case files.

The Texas DPS Criminal History portal pulls together arrest and conviction data from agencies across the state, including Kendall County. The Texas Sex Offender Registry is searchable by county and lists registered offenders in Kendall County. If you need to look up someone held in or released from Texas state prison, the TDCJ offender search covers current and former inmates statewide.

District Attorney records are handled through the Kendall County DA's office in Boerne. While case-level prosecution documents are part of the court file, the DA does not maintain a separate public search portal.

What Criminal Case Files Contain

When you request a criminal case file from the Kendall County clerk, you will typically find a collection of documents that tell the story of how a case moved through the court system. Common documents include:

• Indictment or criminal information stating the charge
• Probable cause affidavit and any arrest warrant
• Bond documents and conditions of release
• Motions filed by defense and prosecution
• Court orders and rulings on those motions
• Plea agreement or trial record
• Final judgment and sentencing details
• Probation terms if community supervision was ordered
• Appeal filings if the case was contested after conviction

Some items in a case file can be sealed by the court. Juvenile records are confidential by statute and will not appear in public searches. If a case was expunged under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, the record is removed from public access. If you believe a record should exist but cannot find it, ask the clerk directly.

Fees and How to Request Records

Standard copy fees at the Kendall County clerk's office are $1 per page as set by Texas law. Certified copies cost a bit more due to the certification fee added on top of the per-page rate. For records from before 2010, an additional research fee may apply, so confirm that before sending payment.

Mail requests are accepted. Include the full name of the defendant, the approximate year the case was filed, a description of what you need, and a check or money order payable to the Kendall County District Clerk or County Clerk depending on the court level. In-person visits are the fastest way to get copies, and staff can usually help you right away during business hours. Walk-ins are welcome during regular office hours in Boerne.

For free help with your own criminal record, TexasLawHelp.org has plain-language guides on expunctions and non-disclosures under Texas law. Lone Star Legal Aid covers the Hill Country region and may be able to help with qualifying cases. The State Bar of Texas referral service connects you with a licensed attorney if you need direct legal advice.

Cities in Kendall County

Kendall County's largest city is Boerne, the county seat, with a population around 20,000. Boerne does not meet the threshold for a dedicated city records page on this site. Other communities in the county include Fair Oaks Ranch and Comfort. All criminal court records for Kendall County addresses, regardless of city, are filed at the courthouse in Boerne.

Nearby Counties

Kendall County sits in the Texas Hill Country west of San Antonio. Criminal court records for surrounding areas can be found at: Bexar County, Comal County, Blanco County, Kerr County, and Bandera County.