Find San Jacinto County Criminal Court Records
San Jacinto County criminal court records are maintained at the courthouse in Coldspring, Texas. The District Clerk's office at 59 W. Main Street handles felony case files and public records requests for the county. You can search San Jacinto County criminal cases for free through the statewide re:SearchTX portal, visit the courthouse in person, or send a written request by mail. This page explains the offices involved, what they hold, and how to access the records.
San Jacinto County Overview
San Jacinto County District Clerk
The San Jacinto County District Clerk is the official keeper of all felony criminal court records in the county. Cases heard in the district court are filed and tracked through this office. The clerk holds indictments, motions, plea documents, sentencing orders, and all other case-related papers. To look up a case, you need the defendant's full name or the cause number.
The San Jacinto County District Clerk page at co.san-jacinto.tx.us has contact details and office information. The screenshot below shows that page, which is the right starting point for felony records requests in San Jacinto County.
The District Clerk's page confirms the courthouse address and direct phone line for records requests. Expunction petitions under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 are filed with the District Clerk in Coldspring.
| Office | San Jacinto County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 59 W. Main Street Coldspring, TX 77331 |
| Phone | (936) 653-2056 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search San Jacinto County Criminal Records
The free re:SearchTX portal from the Texas Office of Court Administration covers San Jacinto County district court criminal cases. You can search by defendant name or cause number. The portal shows charges, case status, court dates, and documents on file. No registration is needed.
The Texas Judicial Branch maintains the re:SearchTX portal as the primary free tool for public court record access across Texas. The screenshot below shows the portal's main search interface.
Re:SearchTX is the quickest way to check whether a case exists in San Jacinto County and get basic case details. For a full statewide criminal history search, the DPS name-based search costs $3 and covers records from courts and agencies across Texas. Fingerprint-based checks through the Texas FAST program are more complete and are used mainly for official licensing purposes. In-person searches at the Coldspring courthouse are available during regular business hours.
San Jacinto County Misdemeanor Records
Class A and B misdemeanor cases in San Jacinto County are filed with the County Clerk and handled in county court. These include misdemeanor DWI, assault causing bodily injury, and theft below the felony threshold. The County Clerk in Coldspring keeps these files and can provide copies on request.
The San Jacinto County Clerk page at co.san-jacinto.tx.us has contact details for the County Clerk. The screenshot below shows that page, which is the right place to start when you need misdemeanor records in San Jacinto County.
Class C misdemeanors are handled at the justice of the peace and municipal court level, not by the County Clerk. If you need a Class C record, contact the specific JP or city court that handled the case. The courthouse operator at (936) 653-2056 can route you to the right office.
San Jacinto County Arrest Records
The San Jacinto County Sheriff's Office handles arrests and keeps the jail booking log. Each booking record captures the person's name, charge, date of arrest, and related details. Arrest records are not the same as court case records. An arrest only shows a charge was made. To see how a case ended up in court, you need the District Clerk's records.
The San Jacinto County Sheriff's Office page is at co.san-jacinto.tx.us. The screenshot below shows that office's page, which includes contact details for the sheriff and jail.
For people in Texas state prison or recently released, the TDCJ offender search is free and available online. The Texas sex offender registry lists registered offenders in San Jacinto County and across Texas. Both are searchable at no cost through official state websites.
What San Jacinto County Criminal Records Contain
Criminal case files in San Jacinto County follow the standard Texas court record format. Felony records are with the District Clerk. Misdemeanor records are with the County Clerk. Each file holds the documents created from the start of a case through its final resolution.
A typical San Jacinto County criminal case file includes:
- Indictment or criminal information
- Arrest warrant and sworn affidavit
- Bond documents and release conditions
- Attorney appearances and substitution filings
- Plea agreement or trial records
- Judge's orders and rulings
- Final judgment and sentencing
- Probation or community supervision terms
Most records are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Juvenile records, sealed cases, and expunged records are not publicly available. When a court grants an expunction under Chapter 55 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, all agencies must destroy or return the records and cannot release them.
The San Jacinto County District Attorney handles prosecutions in the county. Their page at co.san-jacinto.tx.us has contact information. Court records related to those prosecutions are maintained by the District Clerk, not the DA's office.
Fees and Record Access in San Jacinto County
Standard copy fees are $1 per page for plain copies. Certified copies cost $1 per page plus a $5 certification fee. Request copies in person or by mail with payment included. The free re:SearchTX portal gives case-level information at no cost. The DPS name-based search costs $3 and covers all Texas counties.
Free court forms including expunction packets are at txcourts.gov. Call (936) 653-2056 to confirm current fees before sending a mail request. For free legal guidance, visit TexasLawHelp.org. Lone Star Legal Aid serves East Texas and may assist qualifying residents. To find a licensed attorney near Coldspring, use the Texas Bar Find-A-Lawyer directory.
Cities in San Jacinto County
Coldspring is the county seat of San Jacinto County. Other communities include Shepherd and Point Blank. None of these cities meet the population threshold for a separate records page on this site. All criminal court matters for San Jacinto County are handled through the courthouse in Coldspring.
Nearby Counties
San Jacinto County is in Southeast Texas, northeast of Houston. If a case was filed in a neighboring county, check with Harris County, Liberty County, Montgomery County, Polk County, Trinity County, or Walker County.