Kerr County Criminal Court Records

Kerr County criminal court records are filed and maintained in Kerrville, the county seat in the Texas Hill Country. The District Clerk handles felony case files from district court, while the County Clerk maintains misdemeanor records from the county court. Both offices operate out of the Kerr County Courthouse and are open to the public. You can search records online through the statewide re:SearchTX system, request documents in person or by mail, or check the Texas DPS system for a broader statewide criminal history view.

Kerr County District Clerk

The Kerr County District Clerk maintains felony criminal case records from the district courts serving the county. Kerr County is part of the 198th and 216th Judicial Districts. Cases filed in either of those courts are kept by the District Clerk's office at the Main Street courthouse in Kerrville. These documents are public records under Texas law and can be requested by anyone with a valid need or general interest.

When a felony case is filed in Kerr County, it generates a file that the District Clerk holds throughout the life of the case and afterward. That file includes the indictment, arraignment record, all pretrial motions, any plea agreement or jury trial documents, the final judgment, and the sentencing order. If the conviction was appealed, the appeal filings are also part of the record. You can request the full file or just specific documents within it.

Staff at the District Clerk's office can search by defendant name or cause number. Walk-in access is available during regular business hours. For a large or complex case file, calling ahead gives staff time to locate the records before your visit.

How to Search Kerr County Criminal Records

The re:SearchTX portal is the starting point for most people. It covers district and county court cases from Kerr County and across Texas, is free to use, and requires no account. Enter a name or cause number to see case details including charges, hearing dates, and current status. The portal is particularly useful for checking recent filings or confirming whether a case has been resolved.

The Texas Office of Court Administration operates the re:SearchTX portal, which gives free public access to Kerr County criminal court records from any device with an internet connection.

For a statewide picture of someone's criminal history beyond just Kerr County, the Texas DPS Criminal History portal covers arrests and dispositions from law enforcement agencies across the state. Self-searches are free. Third-party searches carry a small fee. The FAST fingerprint program handles certified results for cases where that level of verification is needed. In-person visits to the Kerrville courthouse are also welcome during business hours.

Misdemeanor Records in Kerr County

Class A and B misdemeanor cases in Kerr County are handled by the County Court, and the County Clerk maintains those records. The County Clerk's office is located at the same courthouse complex in Kerrville. Charges at this level include DWI first offense, assault causing bodily injury, criminal mischief in certain ranges, and other mid-level offenses. These records are public and can be requested using the same process as felony records.

Kerr County has a moderate size population for a Hill Country county, so the misdemeanor docket sees regular activity. If you are searching for a misdemeanor case, give the clerk a name and approximate filing date. Cause numbers speed things up if you have them. The County Clerk's office is separate from the District Clerk's office, so make sure you contact the right office depending on the court level you need. Class C misdemeanors are handled by Justice of the Peace courts and are kept by those courts, not the County Clerk.

Arrest Records and Other Sources

Arrests in Kerr County are handled primarily by the Kerr County Sheriff's Office and, within the city of Kerrville, by the Kerrville Police Department. Booking and jail records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office separately from the court records held by the clerk. An arrest record shows what happened at the time of booking and what charge was alleged. The court record shows whether charges were filed and how the case was resolved.

The Texas DPS Criminal History portal is the best tool for a statewide view. It covers data from Kerr County and other counties across Texas, combining arrest and disposition information. The Texas Sex Offender Registry can be searched by county and shows registered offenders in Kerr County. The TDCJ offender search shows anyone currently held in or released from a Texas state correctional facility, along with their offense and status information.

What Is in a Kerr County Criminal Case File

Criminal case files in Kerr County cover everything from straightforward plea cases to long, contested trials. The documents typically found in a file include:

• Indictment or criminal information stating the charge
• Arrest warrant and probable cause affidavit
• Bond conditions set by the court at arraignment
• Pretrial motions from both the defense and prosecution
• Judge's orders and rulings on those motions
• Plea agreement or jury trial transcript
• Final judgment and sentence
• Probation or community supervision terms if applicable
• Appeal filings if the conviction was challenged

Sealed records are not available to the public. Juvenile records are confidential by statute. Cases expunged under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 will not show up in public searches. If you believe a record should exist but cannot locate it, contact the clerk's office directly for guidance.

Fees and How to Request Records

Copy fees at both the Kerr County District Clerk and County Clerk are $1 per page under state law. Certified copies include an additional certification fee. For mail requests, include the defendant's full name, approximate filing year, a description of what you need, and a check or money order made out to the appropriate clerk's office. In-person visits are the fastest way to get copies, and staff can usually process your request on the spot.

For free guidance on Texas criminal records, expunctions, or non-disclosures, TexasLawHelp.org has clear and detailed guides written for the public. Lone Star Legal Aid serves the Hill Country region and may be able to help with qualifying cases. To find a licensed attorney in the Kerrville area, use the State Bar of Texas lawyer referral service. The Texas Courts rules and forms page also has standard criminal forms used statewide.

Cities in Kerr County

Kerrville is the largest city in Kerr County and serves as the county seat. With a population around 25,000, Kerrville does not meet the threshold for a dedicated city records page on this site. Other communities in the county include Ingram and Center Point. All criminal court records for the county, regardless of which part of the county an incident occurred in, are filed at the Kerrville courthouse.

Nearby Counties

Kerr County is in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Criminal court records for surrounding areas can be found at: Gillespie County, Bandera County, Real County, Edwards County, Kimble County, Mason County, and Kendall County.