Stephens County Criminal Court Records

Stephens County criminal court records are kept by the District Clerk and County Clerk in Breckenridge, Texas. The 90th Judicial District Court handles felony cases while the County Court hears misdemeanor matters. Both offices allow public access to case files, and state online tools make it possible to search many records without visiting the courthouse in person.

Stephens County District Clerk

The Stephens County District Clerk maintains all felony criminal case records filed in the 90th Judicial District. The office is at 200 W. Walker Street in Breckenridge. Staff can be reached by phone at (254) 559-2175. Records kept here include indictments, motions, court orders, sentencing documents, and final case dispositions. They are public records you can view or copy during office hours.

Felony cases in Stephens County range from state jail felonies all the way up to first-degree charges. Each file is indexed by defendant name, cause number, and filing date. If you need a certified copy for legal purposes, bring your request to the counter. Certification adds $5 to the standard copy cost.

How to Search Stephens County Criminal Records

The easiest free option is the re:SearchTX portal. It lets you look up cases by party name or cause number. You can see charges, hearing dates, case status, and documents filed in district and county courts across Texas, including Stephens County.

The re:SearchTX portal provides free public access to Stephens County criminal case records. The portal shows case status, charges, hearing dates, and documents filed in district court.

For a full certified background check spanning all Texas courts and agencies, use the DPS Criminal History portal. A name-based search costs $3. If you need a fingerprint-based report, look into the FAST fingerprint program for authorized submission locations near you.

Stephens County Misdemeanor Records

Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases go through the Stephens County Court. Common charges at this level include first-offense DWI, petty theft, and simple assault. The County Clerk keeps the official records for these proceedings. You can request copies from that office or check re:SearchTX to see if the case appears in the online system.

The Stephens County Clerk is also located at the Breckenridge courthouse. The same basic rules apply: records are public, copies cost $1 per page, and certified copies add $5. If the case involves a juvenile, those records may be sealed and not available to the public.

Stephens County Arrest Records

The Stephens County Sheriff's Office makes most arrests in the county. When someone is booked, the sheriff's office creates a record that includes the date, charge, and basic personal information. These booking records can be requested from the sheriff directly. Not all arrests lead to charges, so an arrest record is not the same as a conviction.

Texas statewide incarceration data is available through the Texas Department of Criminal Justice offender search. The Texas Sex Offender Registry maintained by DPS is also a public tool. It lists registered sex offenders by county, zip code, or name, including those required to register in Stephens County.

What Stephens County Criminal Records Contain

Criminal records in Stephens County are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Most case documents can be accessed by any person without giving a reason. Exceptions include juvenile records, sealed cases, and documents that courts have ordered withheld for other legal reasons.

A standard criminal case file from the 90th District Court or the County Court may include:

• Indictment or information (the formal charging document)
• Defendant name, date of birth, and assigned cause number
• Charge description and level (felony or misdemeanor class)
• All court dates and hearing notes
• Plea entered (guilty, not guilty, or no contest)
• Verdict and final judgment
• Sentence or probation terms if convicted

If a conviction was later expunged or the record sealed, it will no longer show in public searches. Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 governs the expunction process. The Stephens County District Attorney prosecutes all felony cases in the 90th District.

Fees and Accessing Records

Online searches through re:SearchTX are free. The DPS name-based history search costs $3. Paper copies from the District Clerk or County Clerk run $1 per page. Add $5 if you need the copy certified. Walk-in requests at the Breckenridge courthouse are usually the fastest way to get documents the same day you visit.

Need help understanding what a criminal record means or how to respond to one? Lone Star Legal Aid serves this region and offers free help to those who qualify. The Texas Bar Find-A-Lawyer directory can connect you with a private attorney. Self-help resources and forms are available at TexasLawHelp.org and on the Texas Courts website.

Cities in Stephens County

Breckenridge is the county seat and the main population center in Stephens County. It is home to the courthouse, the clerk offices, and the Sheriff's Office. No other communities in Stephens County currently qualify for a dedicated records page on this site based on population.

Nearby Counties

Stephens County shares borders with Palo Pinto County, Eastland County, Shackelford County, Throckmorton County, and Young County.