Access McMullen County Criminal Court Records
McMullen County criminal court records are maintained by the combined District and County Clerk in Tilden, Texas. McMullen is one of the least populated counties in Texas, and all criminal case filings go through this single clerk office at the courthouse on River Street. You can search records online through the re:SearchTX portal, call or visit the clerk in person, or mail a written request. Given the county's small size, phone calls often get quick answers.
McMullen County Overview
McMullen County District and County Clerk
McMullen County uses a combined clerk office, which is standard practice for very small Texas counties. The combined clerk on River Street in Tilden handles all criminal case records, both felony and misdemeanor. McMullen County is one of the smallest counties in Texas by population, so the office has a very small staff and a low volume of cases. This often means responses are faster and more personal than in larger counties.
McMullen County is part of the 36th Judicial District. District court sessions are held on a limited schedule. Felony cases such as drug offenses, theft, and assault are filed with the combined clerk. Because this is a combined office, you do not need to contact separate district and county clerk offices. One call or one visit covers both.
Expunction petitions under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 are filed with this office. Call ahead to confirm availability, especially for complex post-conviction matters, as staff resources are limited.
| Office | McMullen County District/County Clerk (Combined) |
|---|---|
| Address | 401 River Street Tilden, TX 78072 |
| Phone | (361) 274-3215 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search McMullen County Criminal Records
Start with the re:SearchTX portal for a free online search. The portal covers McMullen County district court filings and is run by the Texas Office of Court Administration. You can search by name, cause number, or attorney without creating an account. Results show charge details, case status, and documents on file.
Because McMullen County has very few cases filed each year, the re:SearchTX results may be limited. If a case does not appear in the portal, contact the combined clerk directly at (361) 274-3215. Staff can look up older records and archived files that may not appear in the online system.
The re:SearchTX portal provides free public access to McMullen County district criminal case records filed in the Texas court system.
The portal is updated as new documents are filed with the clerk and covers courts statewide, including McMullen County.
The Texas DPS Criminal History Search provides a statewide name-based report for $3 and is a good option when you are unsure which county a case was filed in. For fingerprint-certified results, use the FAST program. For in-person searches, visit 401 River Street in Tilden with a valid photo ID.
McMullen County Misdemeanor Records
Class A and B misdemeanor cases in McMullen County are filed in the county court and maintained by the combined clerk, same as felony records. This is a benefit of the combined clerk system. Whether a case is a felony or a Class A or B misdemeanor, you go to the same office. Charges at the misdemeanor level include DWI first offense, assault causing bodily injury, and similar offenses.
Class C misdemeanors are a separate matter. Those are handled at the justice of the peace court level and the JP clerk keeps those records. If you need a Class C record from McMullen County, contact the JP court for the precinct where the offense occurred. The combined clerk at (361) 274-3215 can direct you to the right court if needed.
McMullen County Arrest Records
The McMullen County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency in the county and maintains local booking records. Because the county population is very small and there is no large city, the sheriff handles almost all law enforcement activity. Booking records show the person's name, charges at time of arrest, booking date, and identifying information. These records are separate from court files.
For state-level searches, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice offender search covers people in state custody or recently released from a Texas prison. The Texas sex offender registry lists registered offenders statewide by name and county. Both are free and available online. McMullen County offenders who meet registration requirements are listed in both databases.
What McMullen County Criminal Records Contain
A criminal case file in McMullen County contains the documents generated at each stage of the proceeding. Common contents include:
- Indictment or information with the formal charges
- Arrest warrant or capias if applicable
- Bond orders and conditions of release
- Motions from defense and prosecution
- Court orders and judge's rulings
- Plea agreement if the case was resolved by plea
- Final judgment and sentence
- Probation terms if community supervision was ordered
Most records are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Juvenile records, sealed records, and expunged cases are not available to the public. Ask the combined clerk before making a formal request if you are unsure whether a record can be released.
Fees and Access in McMullen County
Copy fees at the McMullen County combined clerk are $1 per page for plain copies and an additional $5 for certification. Use a money order for mail requests. Call (361) 274-3215 before sending a written request to confirm the current fee total and the correct address. Re:SearchTX is free. The DPS name-based search costs $3. Court forms are free at txcourts.gov/rules-forms.
For legal help, TexasLawHelp.org has free resources on expunctions and public access to records. The Texas Bar Find-A-Lawyer directory lists licensed attorneys by county. Lone Star Legal Aid may serve eligible residents in this part of South Texas.
Cities in McMullen County
Tilden is the county seat of McMullen County and the only recognized community in the county. The population is extremely sparse, and there are no incorporated cities that meet the threshold for individual city pages on this site. All criminal court cases in the county go through the courts in Tilden.
Nearby Counties
McMullen County is in the South Texas Plains region. Bordering counties have their own courts and clerk offices. For records from nearby areas, see La Salle County, Frio County, Atascosa County, Live Oak County, Webb County, or Duval County.