Search Ochiltree County Criminal Court Records
Ochiltree County criminal court records are filed at the courthouse in Perryton, Texas, where the District Clerk and County Clerk offices handle felony and misdemeanor cases respectively. The statewide re:SearchTX portal is the fastest free way to search Ochiltree County criminal cases online, and in-person access is available at 511 S. Main Street in Perryton. This page explains how to find records, who maintains them, and what the files typically contain.
Ochiltree County Overview
Ochiltree County District Clerk
The Ochiltree County District Clerk is the official keeper of all felony criminal court records in the county. This office files indictments, manages the criminal docket, and stores final judgments from the district court. Ochiltree County is served by the 84th Judicial District Court, which also covers Hansford County. All felony charges in Ochiltree County go through this court.
In small counties like Ochiltree, the District Clerk and County Clerk functions are often combined or handled by the same staff at the courthouse on Main Street in Perryton. Staff can search by name or cause number and assist with copies. Mail requests are accepted. For expunction filings under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, you would file with this office.
| Office | Ochiltree County District and County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 511 S. Main Street Perryton, TX 79070 |
| Phone | (806) 435-8039 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Ochiltree County Criminal Records
The re:SearchTX portal covers district court criminal cases statewide, including Ochiltree County. It is free, requires no login, and returns charge details, hearing dates, and case status. For most people, this is the quickest way to confirm whether a case exists and what it involved.
The Texas Judicial Branch's re:SearchTX portal provides free public access to Ochiltree County district court criminal records, including case summaries and charge information for cases handled by the 84th Judicial District Court.
The DPS Criminal History Search runs a name-based check across all Texas courts for $3. This is useful when a person may have cases in multiple counties. For a certified result, the FAST fingerprint program provides a complete and verifiable criminal history. In-person visits to 511 S. Main Street in Perryton give you direct access to case files. Call (806) 435-8039 before your visit with the name and any case number you have.
The Ochiltree County District Attorney handles prosecutions for the county. Information about the District Attorney's office is available at the Ochiltree County District Attorney page.
The Ochiltree County District Attorney's office prosecutes felony and misdemeanor cases in the 84th Judicial District, working closely with the clerk's office to manage case filings and court schedules.
Ochiltree County Misdemeanor Records
Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases in Ochiltree County are heard by the constitutional county court and stored by the County Clerk. These include charges like assault, theft below the felony threshold, and first-offense DWI. Because Ochiltree County does not have a separate County Court at Law, the county judge handles these matters.
To request misdemeanor records, call (806) 435-8039 or visit the courthouse at 511 S. Main Street in Perryton. Staff can search by name or cause number. Class C misdemeanors, like minor traffic violations, are handled by the justice of the peace courts and those records are held separately from the County Clerk's files.
| Office | Ochiltree County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 511 S. Main Street Perryton, TX 79070 |
| Phone | (806) 435-8039 |
Ochiltree County Arrest Records
The Ochiltree County Sheriff's Office handles arrests and maintains booking records for the county jail in Perryton. An arrest record shows the charges at booking, the date of arrest, and basic identifying details. It does not tell you what happened in court. To find out whether someone was convicted or had a case dismissed, you need the court record from the District or County Clerk.
For TDCJ inmates or recently released offenders, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice offender search is public. For sex offenders registered in Ochiltree County, the Texas sex offender registry is searchable by name or zip code. Contact the sheriff's office directly for current jail roster details or booking records from recent arrests.
What Ochiltree County Criminal Records Contain
A criminal court file in Ochiltree County holds the documents created as the case moved from filing to resolution. The file can be brief for cases that ended quickly or quite detailed for contested matters. For felonies, the file starts with the grand jury indictment. For misdemeanors, it begins with the information filed by the DA's office.
Most criminal case files in Ochiltree County include:
- Indictment or charging information
- Arrest warrant and affidavit
- Bond paperwork and release conditions
- Motions from defense and prosecution
- Plea agreement or trial record
- Judgment and sentence
- Probation conditions if applicable
Most records are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Juvenile files are sealed. Records expunged under Chapter 55 are removed from public access entirely. Not all charges qualify for expunction.
Fees and Record Access
Copies of court records in Ochiltree County cost $1 per page. Certified copies carry an extra certification fee. Request copies in person at the courthouse or by mail. Call (806) 435-8039 to confirm current fees before sending payment. Online access through re:SearchTX is free. The statewide DPS name-based search costs $3. Court forms are at the Texas Courts website. Legal help for eligible residents is at Lone Star Legal Aid. Find a local attorney at the State Bar Find-A-Lawyer. Self-help guides are at TexasLawHelp.org.
Cities in Ochiltree County
Perryton is the county seat and largest city in Ochiltree County. All criminal cases filed in Ochiltree County are processed through the district and county courts in Perryton. Other small communities in the county do not have their own court systems. Ochiltree County also borders Oklahoma to the north, and some offenses near the state line may involve federal courts depending on the nature of the charges.
Nearby Counties
Ochiltree County is in the Texas Panhandle near the Oklahoma border. If you need to confirm which county a case was filed in, check where the incident took place. Bordering counties include Lipscomb County, Hansford County, Roberts County, and Hemphill County. Cases near the Oklahoma line may also appear in federal records depending on jurisdiction.