Search Roberts County Criminal Court Records

Roberts County criminal court records are maintained at the courthouse in Miami, Texas, where the District and County Clerk offices share a single combined office. Roberts County is one of the least populous counties in Texas, with a small courthouse staff that handles both felony and misdemeanor case records. You can search for cases using the free statewide re:SearchTX portal, visit the courthouse in person at 301 Commercial Street, or contact the clerk by phone to ask about mail requests. This page explains which office holds each type of record, how to search, what files contain, and what you will pay for copies of Roberts County criminal court records.

Roberts County District and County Clerk

Roberts County is a small rural county in the Texas Panhandle. The District Clerk and County Clerk functions are handled out of a combined office at the courthouse in Miami. The District Clerk side holds felony case records from the 31st Judicial District Court, which serves Roberts and several other Panhandle counties. The same office also handles county court records, including Class A and B misdemeanor cases.

Because the office serves such a small population, it is a good idea to call ahead before visiting. Staff can confirm whether the records you need are on file, what identification you should bring, and whether copies can be made while you wait. Expunction petitions under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 for arrests in Roberts County would be filed with this office as well.

How to Search Roberts County Criminal Records

The re:SearchTX portal is the starting point for any online search of Roberts County criminal court records. It is free, requires no account, and is maintained by the Texas Office of Court Administration. The portal covers district court cases from across Texas, including the 31st Judicial District serving Roberts County.

The Texas Judicial Branch's re:SearchTX portal provides public access to Texas court records at no cost, including cases filed in Roberts County. The screenshot below shows what the search interface looks like.

Type in a last name or cause number to pull up matching cases. Results show the charge, case status, court dates, and filed documents. Keep in mind that Roberts County sees very few criminal case filings each year. If the record you need is old or was never digitized, it may only exist in paper form at the Miami courthouse.

For a broader check that includes records from other Texas jurisdictions, the DPS name-based criminal history search costs $3 and pulls from the statewide repository. This is useful if the person you are searching may have cases in other counties as well. In-person visits to the courthouse in Miami are the most direct option for older records or when you need certified copies.

Roberts County Misdemeanor Records

Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases in Roberts County are handled at the county court level. Because the District Clerk and County Clerk offices are combined in Roberts County, misdemeanor records are maintained in the same courthouse office as felony records. This means a single call to (806) 868-3721 can help you find out whether the record you need is a felony or misdemeanor file and how to get a copy.

Class C misdemeanors are minor offenses that go through justice of the peace courts. These are not part of the District or County Clerk's files. If you need a Class C record in Roberts County, contact the local JP court directly. In a county this small, the courthouse staff can typically direct you to the right contact when you call.

Roberts County Arrest Records

The Roberts County Sheriff's Office maintains arrest records and jail booking logs. These records capture the name, date of arrest, charge, and booking information for each person taken into custody in the county. Arrest records come from law enforcement and are separate from court case files. An arrest alone does not mean a conviction was entered.

The TDCJ offender search is a free tool for looking up people currently held in Texas state prisons or recently released on parole. The Texas sex offender registry is searchable by name or zip code and lists people who are registered in Roberts County. Both tools are maintained by the state and available online at no charge.

If you need a comprehensive criminal history that covers fingerprint-verified records from multiple agencies, the fingerprint-based FAST check through DPS is the most thorough option available in Texas.

What Roberts County Criminal Records Contain

Criminal case files in Roberts County follow the same format as courts across Texas. Each file holds documents that were generated during the case, from the initial charge through the final outcome. Felony files are kept by the District Clerk side of the combined office, and misdemeanor files are on the County Clerk side.

Documents typically found in a Roberts County criminal case file include:

• Indictment or criminal information
• Arrest warrant and supporting affidavit
• Bond documents and release conditions
• Motions filed by the prosecution and defense
• Plea agreement if the case was resolved by plea
• Judge's orders and rulings during the case
• Final judgment and any sentence imposed
• Probation or community supervision terms if ordered

Most criminal court records in Roberts County are public records under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Juvenile records are kept confidential. Records that have been expunged under Chapter 55 of the Code of Criminal Procedure are removed from public access, and the agencies involved must destroy or return them. Any sealed records are withheld by court order.

Fees and Record Access in Roberts County

Copy fees in Roberts County follow the standard Texas rate of $1 per page. Certified copies cost $1 per page plus a $5 certification fee. You can get copies in person at the courthouse in Miami or by mail. Mail requests should include the subject's full name, the approximate year of the case, and a check or money order made payable to the Roberts County Clerk.

The re:SearchTX portal is free and shows case details at no cost. The DPS name-based search costs $3 for a statewide check. Official court forms for expunctions and other filings are available free through txcourts.gov. Call (806) 868-3721 to verify the current fee schedule before sending any payment by mail.

Legal Help in Roberts County

Roberts County is in the Texas Panhandle service area for legal aid organizations. Lone Star Legal Aid may be able to help eligible residents with civil legal issues including expunction petitions and records access questions. Check their site for current eligibility rules and services available in the Panhandle area.

To find a licensed attorney who practices in the Panhandle, use the Texas Bar Find-A-Lawyer directory. Plain-language guides on criminal records and how to seek an expunction are available at TexasLawHelp.org. Your right to request public records from government agencies in Roberts County is protected under the Texas Public Information Act.

Cities in Roberts County

Miami is the county seat and only incorporated city in Roberts County. All criminal court cases filed in the county are processed through the courts at the Miami courthouse on Commercial Street.

Roberts County has no other incorporated cities. It is one of the smallest counties in Texas by population. All criminal matters arising anywhere in the county are handled through the single courthouse in Miami.

Nearby Counties

Roberts County is in the Texas Panhandle. Each neighboring county has its own courts and clerk offices. If a case was filed in a nearby area, you can search at those county courthouses. Nearby counties include Gray County, Hemphill County, Lipscomb County, Ochiltree County, and Wheeler County.