Schleicher County Criminal Court Records
Schleicher County criminal court records are kept at the courthouse in Eldorado, Texas. The District and County Clerk's office at 2 E. Draw Street handles both felony and misdemeanor case filings and public records requests. You can search Schleicher County criminal cases for free through the re:SearchTX portal, visit the courthouse in Eldorado in person, or submit a mail request. This page covers the clerk's office, how to search, and what records contain.
Schleicher County Overview
Schleicher County District and County Clerk
Schleicher County uses a combined clerk's office that handles both district and county court records. This one office at 2 E. Draw Street in Eldorado maintains all criminal court files for the county, including felony cases from district court and misdemeanor cases from county court. This is common in very small Texas counties where the volume of cases does not require separate offices.
The Schleicher County District Clerk's official page lists current contact details and information about how to request records from the office in Eldorado.
The District Clerk's page confirms the address at 2 E. Draw Street and gives the phone number for records requests. Because this is a very small office, calling ahead before visiting or mailing a request is strongly recommended.
Staff can search records by defendant name or cause number. Mail requests are accepted with the defendant's full name, approximate year of the case, and payment. Expunction petitions under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 are filed with this office.
| Office | Schleicher County District/County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 2 E. Draw Street Eldorado, TX 76936 |
| Phone | (325) 853-2762 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Schleicher County Criminal Records
The free re:SearchTX portal is the main online tool for Schleicher County criminal case records. It covers district court cases and shows case status, charges, court dates, and filed documents. No account is required and the portal is open any time.
Re:SearchTX is the quickest way to check if a case exists in Schleicher County courts. Search by defendant name or cause number to get case details. For a statewide criminal history check covering all Texas counties, use the DPS name-based criminal history search for $3. It covers records from courts and agencies across Texas and is run by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
In-person searches at the Schleicher County Courthouse in Eldorado are available Monday through Friday. Because this is a very small county office, it is a good idea to call (325) 853-2762 before making the trip to confirm staff hours and ask how to submit your request. Mail requests are also accepted for those who cannot travel to Eldorado.
Fingerprint-based background checks through the Texas FAST program give more thorough results than name-based searches and are mainly used for official licensing applications.
Schleicher County Misdemeanor Records
The Schleicher County Clerk's office handles Class A and B misdemeanor case records, and because both clerk roles are combined in this county, you will find all criminal records at the same location on E. Draw Street.
The combined clerk's office maintains files for misdemeanor DWI, assault causing bodily injury, and other Class A and B offenses handled in county court. Contact the same office at 2 E. Draw Street for all criminal records requests in Schleicher County, whether the case is a felony or a misdemeanor.
Class C misdemeanors are handled at the justice of the peace level and are not part of the clerk's records. If you need a Class C record, contact the specific JP court that handled the matter. The county clerk can help direct you if you are unsure which court you need.
Schleicher County Arrest Records
The Schleicher County Sheriff's Office maintains arrest records and the county jail booking log.
Contact the Sheriff's Office in Eldorado to ask about local arrests or to request a copy of a booking record. The Sheriff tracks all arrests made in Schleicher County and keeps records on file for public access.
Arrest records show the name, charge, date, and booking information from the time someone was taken into custody. They are separate from court case records. An arrest does not tell you what the court decided. Check the clerk's records to find out what charges were filed and what the outcome was. For people in Texas state prison or recently released, the free TDCJ offender search is available online. The Texas sex offender registry lists registered offenders in Schleicher County and statewide.
What Schleicher County Criminal Records Contain
Criminal case files in Schleicher County follow the standard Texas format. Because one office handles both felony and misdemeanor records, all file types are at 2 E. Draw Street in Eldorado. Case files include the charging document, court orders, and the final judgment when the case is closed.
Documents typically found in a Schleicher County criminal case file include:
- Indictment or criminal information
- Arrest warrant and supporting affidavit
- Bond and release conditions
- Plea agreement or trial records
- Judge's orders and rulings
- Final judgment and sentence
- Probation terms if applicable
Most of these records are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Juvenile records, sealed files, and expunged cases are not publicly available. When a court grants an expunction under Chapter 55 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, the clerk must destroy those records and cannot disclose them.
Fees and Record Access in Schleicher County
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. Request copies in person or by mail with payment included. The re:SearchTX portal is free for online case lookups. The DPS name-based search costs $3 for a statewide check.
Court forms for expunctions and other filings are free at txcourts.gov. Call the Schleicher County clerk at (325) 853-2762 to confirm current fees before sending a mail request. For free legal guidance, visit TexasLawHelp.org. Lone Star Legal Aid may help qualifying residents in this part of Texas. Use the Texas Bar Find-A-Lawyer directory to find a private attorney in the Eldorado area.
Cities in Schleicher County
Eldorado is the county seat and only significant community in Schleicher County. It is one of the least populated counties in Texas. No communities in Schleicher County meet the population threshold for a separate records page. All criminal court matters are handled through the county courthouse in Eldorado.
Nearby Counties
Schleicher County is in far West Central Texas. If a case was filed in a neighboring county, check with Crockett County, Edwards County, Irion County, Menard County, Sutton County, or Tom Green County.