Scurry County Criminal Court Records

Scurry County criminal court records are filed and stored at the courthouse in Snyder, where the District Clerk's office maintains all felony case files and the County Clerk handles Class A and B misdemeanors. Both offices are on the same grounds, which makes in-person requests fairly simple. You can also use the statewide re:SearchTX portal to search cases online without making the trip to Snyder. This page walks through the main sources, what each one covers, and how to get copies of records you need.

Scurry County District Clerk

The Scurry County District Clerk is the official custodian of all felony criminal case records in the county. Every felony charge filed in Scurry County goes through this office, from the initial indictment to the final judgment. The office is located at the Scurry County Courthouse in Snyder and is open to the public during regular business hours. Staff can assist with lookups by case number, defendant name, or filing date.

Scurry County is served by the 132nd Judicial District Court, which also covers Borden County. Because Scurry County has a larger population than some neighboring counties, the volume of felony filings is higher and record retrieval may take a bit more time for older cases. If you are requesting records for a case that is more than a few years old, it helps to have the cause number or at least the approximate year of filing when you contact the office.

Expunctions and non-disclosure orders in Scurry County are processed through the District Clerk. If you believe you qualify to seal or expunge a record, see the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 for eligibility rules. The District Clerk can tell you how to file the petition once you have reviewed the statute.

How to Search Scurry County Criminal Records

The re:SearchTX portal is the starting point for most people looking up Scurry County criminal cases. This free statewide tool is run by the Texas Office of Court Administration and covers district and county court records from all 254 Texas counties. You can search by name or cause number, and results show the charge, court, case status, and any electronically available documents.

The Texas judicial branch's public case research tool at re:SearchTX gives free online access to Scurry County criminal case records without requiring a visit to the Snyder courthouse.

Re:SearchTX is a good first step, but some older records or documents may not be scanned into the system. For those, a written or in-person request to the Scurry County District Clerk is the way to go. The Texas DPS Criminal History portal is the best source for a full statewide criminal history that goes beyond what is in the court database.

Misdemeanor Records in Scurry County

Class A and B misdemeanor cases in Scurry County are filed in the County Court and are held by the Scurry County Clerk. These records cover charges like assault, theft under certain amounts, and DWI first offense. The County Clerk's office is also at the Scurry County Courthouse and can be reached at the main courthouse number if you need to inquire about a specific case.

The re:SearchTX portal covers county court cases along with district court cases, so a single name search will usually show you both felony and misdemeanor records at once. If you need certified copies of a misdemeanor judgment, though, you will need to contact the County Clerk directly. The copy fee is $1 per page under the standard Texas schedule, with an added fee for certification.

Class C misdemeanor records, which come out of Justice of the Peace courts and municipal courts, are not held by the District or County Clerk. Those records are held by the court that handled the case. Contact the Scurry County JP court or the Snyder municipal court for those files.

Arrest Records and Criminal History

The Scurry County Sheriff's Office is responsible for law enforcement across the county and maintains arrest and jail records for people booked into the Scurry County Jail. These records are separate from court files. They track the booking date, charge listed at arrest, bond information, and release status. Contact the Sheriff's Office directly if you need an arrest record that predates a court filing or if a case did not result in charges.

The Texas DPS Criminal History portal covers arrest and conviction data from every Texas county, making it a more thorough search than looking in a single county's court system. Individuals can search their own record without charge. A name-based search by a third party carries a small fee. For certified background checks required for licensing or official purposes, the FAST fingerprint program produces the most accurate results.

The Texas Sex Offender Registry can be searched by county and shows any registered offenders living in Scurry County. The TDCJ offender search shows individuals currently or previously incarcerated in the Texas state prison system from convictions anywhere in the state, including Scurry County.

What Criminal Case Files Include

Criminal case files held by the Scurry County District and County Clerks follow the standard Texas court record format. Whether the case is a first-degree felony or a Class A misdemeanor, the file typically contains similar categories of documents. A typical Scurry County criminal case file includes:

• Grand jury indictment or criminal information
• Arrest warrant and supporting affidavit
• Bond and bail documentation
• Pretrial motions and court orders
• Plea agreement if the case resolved by plea
• Trial record if the case went to jury or bench trial
• Final judgment and sentence
• Probation or community supervision terms if applicable
• Restitution or fine orders
• Appeal documents if the verdict was appealed

Juvenile records, sealed files, and records expunged under Chapter 55 are not part of the public file. The clerk will let you know if a record you are looking for is restricted.

Fees and How to Request Records

Standard copy fees in Scurry County run $1 per page, which is set under the Texas fee schedule. Certified copies require a certification fee on top of the per-page cost. If you are asking for a long case file, it is smart to call ahead and ask how many pages are in the file before you send a check. Most requests for recent cases are straightforward to process.

For mail requests to the Scurry County District Clerk, include the defendant's full name, the cause number if you have it, the approximate filing date, a description of what documents you need, and payment. Make checks or money orders payable to the Scurry County District Clerk. The office will return the copies by mail once the request is processed.

Public records requests in Texas are governed by the Texas Public Information Act. If you have questions about what court records you are entitled to access, TexasLawHelp.org offers free guides on public records rights. The Texas Bar referral service can help you find a local attorney if your records issue is more complex.

Cities in Scurry County

Snyder is the county seat of Scurry County and the largest city in the county, with a population around 11,000. No cities in Scurry County meet the population threshold for a dedicated criminal records page. All criminal court records for Scurry County, including any cases involving Snyder residents, are held at the courthouse in Snyder and are searchable through the re:SearchTX portal.

Nearby Counties

Scurry County sits in West Texas, surrounded by several other counties in the region. Criminal court records for neighboring counties can be found at: Borden County, Fisher County, Garza County, Kent County, Mitchell County, and Nolan County.