Lampasas County Criminal Court Records

Lampasas County criminal court records are kept at the courthouse in Lampasas, Texas. The District Clerk handles all felony criminal cases filed in the 27th Judicial District, while the County Clerk manages Class A and B misdemeanor records. You can search cases online using the statewide re:SearchTX portal, make a written request to the clerk's office, or visit in person during business hours.

Lampasas County District Clerk

The Lampasas County District Clerk is the official keeper of felony criminal records in the county. Every felony case filed here gets a cause number, and the clerk tracks the case from the time of indictment through sentencing and any appeals. The office also processes expunctions and non-disclosure petitions for Lampasas County cases.

Lampasas County is part of the 27th Judicial District, which it shares with Bell County. Criminal cases from the city of Lampasas and the surrounding unincorporated areas all funnel through this office. The courthouse is a small operation by Texas standards, so call ahead before visiting to confirm staffing and wait times.

How to Search Lampasas County Criminal Records

The easiest way to search Lampasas County criminal records is through the re:SearchTX portal, the statewide case search system maintained by the Office of Court Administration. It is free to use. You can look up cases by defendant name, cause number, or attorney name. Results show the charge, court, key dates, and case status. The portal covers both district court felony cases and county court misdemeanor cases for Lampasas County.

The Texas Judicial Branch provides public access to the re:SearchTX system at no cost for general case lookups. The image below is from that portal.

The screenshot above shows the re:SearchTX interface at research.txcourts.gov. For in-person searches, contact the District Clerk's office directly. Mail requests should include the defendant's name, a case number if known, an approximate date range, and a check or money order for the copy fees. The office can tell you if online payment is an option.

For a statewide criminal history, the Texas DPS Criminal History portal gives you arrest and conviction data from across the state. Self-searches are free. Third-party searches carry a small per-search fee. Certified reports require the FAST fingerprint program.

Misdemeanor Records in Lampasas County

Class A and B misdemeanor cases are filed in the Lampasas County Court at Law and the records are kept by the County Clerk. These cases cover charges like first-offense DWI, assault causing bodily injury, petty theft at lower dollar amounts, and similar offenses. The County Clerk's office is also located at the Lampasas County courthouse.

You can look up county court misdemeanor cases through the re:SearchTX portal the same way you search felony cases. Just filter by court type. If you want to request copies of misdemeanor case documents, contact the Lampasas County Clerk rather than the District Clerk. The two offices are separate even though they share the same courthouse building.

Class C misdemeanors, such as traffic tickets and minor violations, are handled by Justice of the Peace courts and the Lampasas municipal court. Those records stay with the specific court that heard the case. The JP courts are listed on the Lampasas County website.

Arrest Records and Criminal History

The Lampasas County Sheriff's Office makes most arrests in the county outside the city limits. The Lampasas Police Department handles arrests within the city. Both agencies book arrestees through the county jail. Booking records, including name, charge, and bond information, are generally available through a jail inquiry.

The Texas DPS Criminal History portal is the best resource for a full criminal history search covering Lampasas County and all other Texas jurisdictions. Results include arrest dates, charges, and dispositions reported by local agencies and courts statewide. Self-searches are free on the DPS site.

The Texas Sex Offender Registry lets you check for registered sex offenders in Lampasas County by name or county filter. The TDCJ offender search covers people who served or are serving time in Texas state prison following a conviction in Lampasas or any other Texas county.

What You Will Find in a Criminal Case File

A typical Lampasas County criminal case file includes the core documents generated at each stage of the case. The file grows larger for contested matters and jury trials. Common items found in a criminal case file include:

• Grand jury indictment or criminal information stating the charge
• Arrest warrant and probable cause affidavit
• Bond paperwork and conditions of release
• Pretrial motions filed by the defense and prosecution
• Court orders and rulings
• Plea agreement if the case resolved by plea
• Judgment and sentence
• Community supervision or probation terms
• Restitution orders where a victim suffered financial loss
• Notice of appeal if filed

Records that have been expunged under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 will not appear in public searches. Juvenile records are sealed by default. Clerks will note when a record is restricted but generally cannot disclose the reason.

Fees and How to Get Copies

Copies from the Lampasas County District Clerk cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry a certification fee on top of the per-page charge. Call the office before submitting a large request to get an estimate of the total pages and cost. Some clerks can also tell you whether individual documents are available electronically.

Mail requests to the District Clerk should include the defendant's full legal name, the cause number if you have it, a date range, a description of what you need, and payment. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope if you want copies returned by mail. For misdemeanor records, send mail requests to the County Clerk using the same courthouse address.

If you need legal help with a Lampasas County criminal record, TexasLawHelp.org has free guides on expunctions and non-disclosures. Lone Star Legal Aid serves qualifying low-income residents in the region. The State Bar of Texas referral service can connect you with a licensed attorney in the area.

Cities in Lampasas County

The city of Lampasas is the county seat and the largest community in the county. Other communities in Lampasas County include Copperas Cove (which extends into Coryell County) and several small rural towns. No cities in Lampasas County exceed the population threshold for a dedicated city page. Criminal court records for all addresses in the county are filed at the courthouse in Lampasas.

Nearby Counties

Lampasas County borders several Central Texas counties. Find criminal court records for surrounding areas at: Bell County, Coryell County, Mills County, San Saba County, Burnet County, and Llano County.