Robertson County Criminal Court Records
Robertson County criminal court records are kept at the courthouse in Franklin, Texas. The District Clerk's office at 102 W. 4th Street handles felony case filings, judgments, and public records requests. You can search Robertson County criminal cases online through the statewide re:SearchTX portal, visit the courthouse in person, or send a written request by mail. This page covers what records exist, which office holds them, and how to get copies.
Robertson County Overview
Robertson County District Clerk
The Robertson County District Clerk's office stores all felony criminal court records for the county. Cases filed in the 82nd Judicial District Court go through this office. The clerk keeps indictments, motions, plea records, sentencing orders, and related documents. Staff can help you look up a case by name or cause number during business hours.
The office is open Monday through Friday at the Robertson County Courthouse in Franklin. Mail requests are accepted with the defendant's full name, approximate year of the case, and payment for copies. For expunction petitions under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, filings go to this office as well.
The Robertson County District Clerk's website lists current staff and contact details. You can visit that page directly to confirm hours and any updated procedures before making a trip to Franklin.
The Robertson County District Clerk's official page is the best starting point for getting contact details and verifying current procedures.
The District Clerk's page confirms the address at 102 W. 4th Street in Franklin and lists staff who handle records requests, case lookups, and copy orders.
| Office | Robertson County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 102 W. 4th Street Franklin, TX 77856 |
| Phone | (979) 828-3410 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Robertson County Criminal Records
The free re:SearchTX portal is the main online tool for Robertson County criminal case records. It covers cases from the district court and shows case status, charges, and court dates. No sign-up is needed, and the system runs around the clock.
Re:SearchTX lets you search Robertson County cases by defendant name or cause number. Results show the charge, court, current status, and scheduled hearings. For a statewide background check across all Texas counties, the DPS Criminal History name-based search costs $3 and pulls records from courts throughout Texas.
You can also search in person at the Robertson County Courthouse in Franklin. Bring a valid photo ID and the full name of the person you are looking up. Staff can pull records and provide copies on the same visit in most cases. Mail requests take longer but are accepted for those who cannot travel to Franklin.
For fingerprint-based background checks, which are more thorough than name-based searches, use the Texas FAST fingerprint service run by DPS. This option is used mainly for licensing and professional applications and gives a more complete record.
Robertson County Misdemeanor Records
The Robertson County Clerk's office handles Class A and B misdemeanor case records filed in county court.
The County Clerk's office in Franklin maintains these records and can provide copies upon request. Contact the office directly to ask about fees and how to submit a records request for misdemeanor cases.
Class A and B misdemeanors in Robertson County include offenses like misdemeanor DWI, assault causing bodily injury, and theft below the felony threshold. The county court at law handles these cases. The County Clerk keeps the files and can provide copies to the public. You need the name of the defendant or the cause number to pull a file.
Class C misdemeanors are handled at the justice of the peace or municipal court level. Those records are not held by the County Clerk. If you need a Class C record, contact the specific JP court or city court that dealt with the case. The Robertson County courthouse in Franklin can help route your call if you are not sure which court handled the matter.
Robertson County Arrest Records
The Robertson County Sheriff's Office maintains arrest records and the jail booking log for the county.
The Sheriff's Office in Franklin tracks all arrests made in Robertson County and keeps booking records on file. You can contact them directly to ask about recent bookings or request copies of arrest records.
Arrest records include the name, charge, booking date, and other details captured when someone is taken into custody. These records are separate from court case records. An arrest alone does not show what happened in court. Check the District Clerk's records for what followed an arrest, including charges, pleas, and outcomes.
For people currently held in Texas state prisons or recently released, the TDCJ offender search is a free online tool. The Texas sex offender registry lists people required to register in Robertson County and statewide. Both are available at no cost through official state websites.
What Robertson County Criminal Records Contain
Criminal case files in Robertson County follow the standard Texas format. Felony records are with the District Clerk. Misdemeanor records are with the County Clerk. Both types of files hold the charging documents, court orders, and the final judgment once the case closes.
Documents you will typically find in a Robertson County criminal case file include:
- Indictment or criminal information
- Arrest warrant and supporting affidavit
- Bond and release conditions
- Plea agreements or trial transcripts
- Judge's rulings and orders
- Final judgment and sentence
- Probation terms if applicable
Most of these documents are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Juvenile records, sealed files, and cases that were expunged are not available to the public. When a court grants an expunction under Chapter 55 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, all agencies must destroy their copies and cannot release that information.
Fees and Record Access in Robertson County
The Robertson County District Attorney's office handles prosecutions at the county level and can be a useful contact for questions about case outcomes or charges.
While the District Attorney does not provide public records copies, the office can confirm whether charges were filed and give general guidance on where to find public case information.
Standard copy fees in Texas county courts are $1 per page for plain copies. Certified copies cost $1 per page plus a $5 certification fee. You can get copies in person at the courthouse or by mail with payment enclosed. The free re:SearchTX portal gives you case-level information at no cost.
The DPS name-based search costs $3 and covers records across Texas. Court forms for expunction and other filings are free at txcourts.gov. Call the Robertson County District Clerk at (979) 828-3410 to confirm the current fee schedule before mailing a request.
Legal aid and self-help resources are available to Robertson County residents. Lone Star Legal Aid serves Central Texas and may be able to help with expunction petitions and record-related matters for qualifying individuals. The TexasLawHelp.org website has free guides on records and expunctions. To find a private attorney in the Franklin area, use the Texas Bar Find-A-Lawyer directory.
Cities in Robertson County
Franklin is the county seat and the main city in Robertson County. All district court criminal cases filed in the county go through the courthouse in Franklin. Other communities in Robertson County include Calvert, Hearne, and Bremond. None of these cities meet the population threshold for a separate records page. All criminal court matters for these communities are handled through Robertson County courts in Franklin.
Nearby Counties
Robertson County sits in Central Texas. If a case was handled in a neighboring county, check with Brazos County, Burleson County, Falls County, Leon County, Madison County, or Milam County. Each has its own district clerk and court records.