How to Search Tarrant County Records (Start Here)
Tarrant County (Fort Worth, Arlington) splits court records between the District Clerk and County Clerk — and they use different search systems.
- District The District Clerk's document lookup at tarrantcountytx.gov is self-service and free online. In-person basic searches cost $5. Advanced searches also available.
- County Court cases (misdemeanors, probate, JP): The County Clerk runs a separate Odyssey system at odyssey.tarrantcounty.com — covers County Courts at Law, Probate Courts, and Justice of the Peace courts.
- Real estate recordings: County Clerk's real estate records section. Recording fee: $20 first page, $4 each additional page.
- Property appraisals: Tarrant Appraisal District (TAD) at tad.org. Search residential, commercial, mineral, and personal property.
- E-filing: eFileTexas.gov statewide.
Each source below is verified and links to an official portal.
Criminal & Court Records
Court | District Civil Dockets
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Tarrant County District Courts civil hearing and trial dockets. Includes the 17th, 48th, 67th, 96th, 141st, 342nd, and 352nd District Courts.
Court | Case Records & Documents
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Tarrant County provides web-based access to District Court civil, criminal felony and misdemeanor, delinquent tax, and family court records and case documents. Requires a subscription and monthly fee.
Court | Traffic Records
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Tarrant County Class C traffic court records.
Commissioners Court | Agendas & Videos
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Tarrant County Commissioners Court meeting agendas and streaming video.
Jail & Inmate Records
Most Wanted
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Most wanted fugitives lists from the Tarrant County Sheriff Office.
Property & Tax Records
Property | Tax Records
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Tarrant County Tax Office property and tax records, tax sales, tax estimator. Address: Tax Assessor/Collector, 100 E. Weatherford St., Fort Worth, TX 76196. Phone: 817-884-1100.
Vehicle Registration
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Find and renew your Tarrant County vehicle registration online.
Property | Tax Payments
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Find your Tarrant County property tax account and pay your taxes online.
Property | Tax Estimator
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Input your district, city, school, property value, and exemptions to estimate your Tarrant County property taxes.
Vital Records
Divorces
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Information from the Tarrant County Family Law Center on how to find divorce case records.
Birth & Death Records
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Information from the Tarrant County Clerk on how to order birth and death certificates.
Marriage Licenses
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Tarrant County Clerk information on how to order certified copies of marriage licenses.
Business, Voter & Other
Tarrant County
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Tarrant County, Texas official government website. Find departments, community alerts, bid opportunities, business resources, services, and more.
Jobs
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Tarrant County Human Resources Department employment opportunities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Tarrant County? ▼
Go to the District Clerk (felony/civil) / County Clerk (misdemeanor/probate) for court records in Tarrant County. For online case lookups, use re:SearchTX — it covers Texas District Court cases statewide.
Who handles property records in Tarrant County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Clerk. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Appraisal District (CAD). For tax bills and payments, go to the County Tax Assessor-Collector.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Tarrant County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Tarrant County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from County Clerk (marriage) / DSHS (birth, death). Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Tarrant County records available online? ▼
Yes — Tarrant County has good online coverage. This page lists 15 searchable databases covering court records, jail and inmate records, property records, vital records, and business filings. Each links directly to an official government portal.
What is the difference between the District Clerk and the County Clerk in Tarrant County? ▼
Texas splits court duties between two clerks. The District Clerk handles felony criminal cases and civil cases filed in District Court. The County Clerk handles misdemeanors, probate, and records property documents like deeds and liens. For criminal matters, start with the District Clerk. For everything else, start with the County Clerk.
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