Find Criminal Court Records in Moore County
Moore County criminal court records are kept at the county courthouse in Dumas, Texas, a Panhandle county known for its oil and natural gas industry and large agricultural operations. The District Clerk stores all felony criminal case files, while the County Clerk holds Class A and B misdemeanor records. You can search cases online for free through the re:SearchTX portal, contact the clerk offices by phone, or visit the courthouse in person on weekdays. This guide explains how to look up records, what they contain, and where to go for more help.
Moore County Overview
Moore County District Clerk
The Moore County District Clerk is the official recordkeeper for all felony criminal cases in the county. When a felony is charged in Moore County, the District Clerk opens a case file and maintains every document from indictment to final judgment. That includes the grand jury indictment, motions filed by both sides, any plea agreement, and the sentence imposed by the court. The clerk also handles expunction filings for cases that qualify.
The 69th Judicial District Court serves Moore County and handles felony criminal proceedings. The District Clerk's office is in the Moore County Courthouse in Dumas. Staff can look up cases by defendant name or cause number. The county's District Clerk page is at co.moore.tx.us.
| Office | Moore County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 715 S. Dumas Avenue Dumas, TX 79029 |
| Phone | (806) 935-2162 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
The District Clerk in Dumas maintains the official criminal docket for the 69th Judicial District and keeps all felony case records for Moore County.
How to Search Moore County Criminal Records
The re:SearchTX portal gives you free online access to district court criminal records from Moore County without needing to create an account. You can search by name, cause number, or attorney. Results show charges, case status, and documents on file. It works well for felony cases filed in the 69th District Court.
The Texas Courts statewide portal covers Moore County district court cases and is updated regularly. It is the easiest way to check on a case without making a trip to Dumas.
For a full statewide criminal history search, use the DPS Criminal History Search at $3 per name. This covers courts across Texas, not just Moore County. For fingerprint-based results, the FAST program at DPS is the most thorough option. For in-person searches, go to the courthouse at 715 S. Dumas Avenue in Dumas with the name or case number you need.
Moore County Misdemeanor Records
Class A and B misdemeanor cases in Moore County are heard in the County Court and stored by the County Clerk. These cases include charges like assault, certain theft amounts, and DWI. The County Clerk's office is in the same courthouse building in Dumas. To request misdemeanor records, contact the County Clerk directly or go in person. The county's Clerk page is at co.moore.tx.us.
Class C misdemeanors are handled by justice of the peace courts and are not filed with the County Clerk. If you need records for a Class C case, you need to contact the specific JP court that handled it.
| Office | Moore County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 715 S. Dumas Avenue Dumas, TX 79029 |
| Website | Moore County Clerk |
The County Clerk in Dumas maintains the misdemeanor criminal docket for Moore County's county court proceedings.
Moore County Arrest Records
The Moore County Sheriff's Office handles arrests and bookings for the county. When someone is arrested and processed at the county jail, a booking record is created. Arrest records show who was taken into custody, what charges were listed at the time of booking, and the date of the arrest. They do not show how the case ended in court. An arrest record is not the same as a conviction.
Contact the Moore County Sheriff's Office for information about recent arrests or current jail population. Their page is at co.moore.tx.us. For state inmates and recently released TDCJ offenders, use the TDCJ offender search. The Texas sex offender registry is also publicly available online and covers registered offenders living in Moore County.
The Moore County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail and maintains booking records for all arrests made within the county's jurisdiction.
What Moore County Criminal Records Contain
A criminal case file in Moore County documents everything from the initial charge through the final outcome. For felony cases, the file starts with the grand jury indictment. Misdemeanor files start with a complaint or information filed by the District Attorney. As the case moves through the system, documents are added at each step.
Moore County criminal case files typically contain:
- Indictment or criminal information
- Arrest warrant and probable cause affidavit
- Bond paperwork and release conditions
- Attorney filings and pretrial motions
- Plea agreement or jury trial records
- Judgment and sentence
- Probation conditions if applicable
Most of these records are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Juvenile cases, sealed records, and expunged files are exceptions. Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, a court can order records expunged if the case meets the criteria. Once expunged, those records are removed from public searches.
Fees and Access
Copies of criminal court records in Moore County cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an extra fee on top of that. You can get copies in person at the courthouse in Dumas or request them by mail. Include payment when mailing a request. Call the District Clerk or County Clerk to confirm the current total before sending a check. The Moore County District Attorney's office page is at co.moore.tx.us if you need to reach that office.
The re:SearchTX portal is free and covers district court cases. A DPS name search costs $3 and covers the whole state. Standard forms for court record requests are at txcourts.gov. For legal help in the Panhandle area, check TexasLawHelp.org for self-help guides or use the Texas Bar attorney finder to locate a lawyer near Dumas.
The Moore County District Attorney prosecutes felony cases in the 69th Judicial District Court and coordinates with the District Clerk on case filings.
Cities in Moore County
Dumas is the county seat and the largest city in Moore County. It is also the main commercial center for the area. Other communities in Moore County include Stratford, which is actually the seat of adjacent Sherman County. All criminal cases filed in Moore County go through the courthouse in Dumas regardless of where in the county the incident took place.
Nearby Counties
Moore County is in the Texas Panhandle and borders several other Panhandle counties. If you need to check records in a neighboring area, the adjacent counties are Hutchinson County, Potter County, Oldham County, Hartley County, Dallam County, and Sherman County.