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Search Randall County Criminal Records by Case Type, Court, Name, Cause Number or Jail History
Randall County criminal records are not kept in one simple search box. A felony case, Class A/B misdemeanor, Class C citation, jail booking, arrest report, DPS criminal-history result and certified disposition can belong to different official offices.
This guide shows which Randall County office to use, what to click after opening each website, what information to enter, how to read case-history fields, when to call the clerk, and how to request certified proof instead of relying on a screenshot.
Start with the actual record type
What Randall County Criminal Record Are You Trying to Find?
The right search depends on the record. A felony criminal case usually follows the District Clerk and District Courts. Class A/B misdemeanor court records usually involve County Clerk routes. Class C traffic and fine-only cases route through Justice Courts. Recent custody belongs with the Sheriff’s Office jail roster.
Start with the Randall County public court-records portal. If you need a certified copy, case research, felony disposition, judgment or accurate bill of cost, contact the District Clerk’s Civil & Criminal department.
Use the court-record portal and County Clerk route. Randall County payment pages list Class A/B misdemeanors under the County Clerk payment path.
Randall County Justice Courts handle Class C misdemeanor criminal cases punishable by fine only, including certain citations from DPS, game wardens, WTAMU Police and the Sheriff’s Department.
Use the Randall County Sheriff’s Office jail roster. Court search may show the case history, but the jail roster is the better source for current custody or recent booking status.
Use the Texas DPS criminal-history search route. Randall County court records show local cases; DPS is the state criminal-history route and uses name-based or fingerprint-based processes.
Do not rely on a portal screenshot. Ask the correct clerk for the exact certified document. The District Clerk page states a research fee may apply for case research.
Use the Randall County Sheriff’s Office Records Division or Randall County Public Information Act request route, depending on the record holder.
Fast answer board
Which Randall County Office Should You Use First?
A criminal-record search becomes confusing when users treat arrest, booking, court filing, conviction, sentence and criminal-history search as the same thing. In Randall County, start with the source that matches the record: court portal for case discovery, Sheriff for custody, clerk for certified proof, and DPS for statewide history.
Local record map
Randall County Criminal Record Sources and What Each One Actually Shows
Use for online judicial record discovery. Search by name or case information, then verify important details with the record-holding clerk.
Use for felony criminal case records, District Court case copies, research requests, cause-number questions and felony-related payments or costs.
Use for County Clerk criminal department questions, misdemeanor-related court records, filings, forms and County Court at Law record routing.
Use for jail roster, current custody, booking history clues, arrest records, incident reports and Sheriff’s Office records requests.
Micro-guides, not link dumping
What to Do After Opening Each Randall County Criminal Record Website
These cards explain the real workflow after opening the official source. Use them as a step-by-step search checklist.
Public Access to Randall County Court Records
Use this for online case discovery. Randall County lists a public access court-records website in its services menu. The portal is best for locating a case before contacting the clerk for certified proof.
- Use cause number if you have it.
- If searching by name, try spelling variations.
- Open the case detail, not only the search result row.
- Do not treat online data as a certified record.
Felony criminal cases and District Court records
The District Clerk page states that criminal court costs, fees and fines may not be accurate from online viewing and tells users to contact the criminal department for a more accurate bill of cost.
- District Clerk phone: 806-468-5600.
- Address: 2309 Russell Long Boulevard, Suite 110, Canyon, TX 79015.
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Research fee: $5.00 for District Clerk case research.
Misdemeanor-related clerk records and County Court routing
The County Clerk page lists criminal filing resources, a misdemeanor conviction court cost chart, e-filing for criminal cases and nondisclosure forms.
- County Clerk phone: 806-468-5505.
- Address: 2309 Russell Long Boulevard, Suite 101, Canyon, TX 79015.
- Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- County Clerk notice: no filings after 4:45 p.m.
Jail roster, arrest history clues and Sheriff’s records
Use the Randall County Sheriff’s Office jail roster for current or recent custody. Use the Records Division for Sheriff’s Office record questions.
- Sheriff main address: 9100 S. Georgia St., Amarillo, TX 79118.
- Main phone: 806-468-5800.
- Jail phone listed in county directory: 806-468-5752.
- Records Division email: records@RANDALLSO.GOV.
Official request route for records not fully online
Randall County designates public-information request addresses under Texas Government Code § 552.234. The county lists a public-information email and a mailing address.
- Email: publicinfo@randallcounty.gov.
- Mail: 2309 Russell Long Blvd., Suite 120, Canyon, Texas 79015.
- Use the online request form when available.
- Describe the exact record with dates and identifiers.
Felony, misdemeanor and citation routing
Randall County Criminal Case Types: Which Court or Clerk Handles What?
Before searching, decide whether the record is a felony, Class A/B misdemeanor, Class C misdemeanor, traffic citation, jail custody record, or statewide criminal-history record.
| Record type | Best starting point | What to look for | When to contact office |
|---|---|---|---|
| Felony criminal case | Randall County public court-records portal, then District Clerk | Cause number, filing date, court, parties, charge, docket history, disposition, judgment, sentence or warrant activity | When you need certified copies, accurate bill of cost, research, copy fees or missing online records |
| Class A/B misdemeanor | Public court-records portal, County Clerk and County Court at Law route | Case number, offense, plea, settings, orders, judgment, fine, court costs and payment status | When you need clerk-certified record, misdemeanor conviction cost details or copy help |
| Class C misdemeanor / traffic citation | Randall County Justice Court page for the correct precinct | Citation number, appearance date, plea options, dismissal eligibility, fine-only offense and warrant risk | If you cannot appear, need options, are a juvenile, or need to avoid failure-to-appear consequences |
| Jail booking / current custody | Randall County Sheriff’s Office jail roster | Name, photo if displayed, custody status, booking clues, charge labels and jail contact route | If bond, release, transfer, hold or safety information is urgent |
| Arrest report or incident report | Sheriff Records Division or PIA request route | Incident number, arresting agency, date/time, officer narrative if public, redactions and release limits | If the report is not online, involves an investigation, or requires official release review |
| Statewide Texas criminal history | Texas DPS Crime Records | Name-based criminal-history result, possible matches, fingerprint review route and DPS correction process | If you need statewide history, fingerprint-backed review, error correction or non-local records |
Online court-record workflow
How to Search Randall County Criminal Court Records Without Getting Misled
Online court records help you find a case, but the portal is not the final answer for every purpose. Read the full case history before assuming a charge, plea, warrant, balance or conviction status.
Use this first if you have it from a ticket, bond paper, court notice, attorney email or clerk receipt.
Search all likely spelling variations. Portal disclaimers advise users to search possible name variations.
Check whether the matter belongs to District Court, County Court at Law, Justice Court or another court.
Use arrest date, filing date, citation date, hearing date or disposition date to narrow common-name searches.
Charge labels can change. Compare the original complaint or indictment with later disposition entries.
District Clerk warns criminal costs and fines may not be accurate online. Verify balances with the office.
Recommended search sequence
Gather identifiers before opening the portal
Write down full name, date of birth if known, cause number, booking number, citation number, arrest date, filing date, court and charge description.
Search by cause number first
A cause number usually points to one case. If you search only by name, you may find the wrong person or miss the correct case because of spelling variation.
If using a name, start broad and then narrow
Try last name only, then add first name, middle initial, court, date range or case type. Do not over-filter on the first attempt.
Open the full case history
Look for filing, complaint, indictment, information, plea, setting, warrant, dismissal, judgment, sentence, community supervision, payment and final disposition entries.
Call the clerk before relying on money or copy information
Randall County District Clerk warns that online criminal court costs, fees and fines may not be accurate. Use the criminal department for accurate bill-of-cost questions.
Custody records are different from court outcomes
Randall County Jail Roster and Booking History: How It Fits a Criminal Record Search
The Sheriff’s Office jail roster is useful for custody and recent booking clues. It does not replace a court docket, certified disposition or statewide DPS criminal-history search.
Current or recent custody
Search the jail roster when someone may be held at the Randall County Sheriff’s Office jail or was recently booked.
Name, photo, profile and charge clues
Jail roster entries may help identify the person and point you toward the court case, but they do not prove a conviction.
Use court records for outcome
After locating a jail entry, search the court portal or contact the clerk to verify charges, docket history and final disposition.
9100 S. Georgia St.
Amarillo, TX 79118
806-468-5800
Hours listed: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. CDT, Monday–Friday
Jail phone: 806-468-5752
Records Division fax: 806-468-5776
records@RANDALLSO.GOV
Statewide history is not the same as county court search
When to Use Texas DPS for a Randall County Criminal History Search
Use Texas DPS Crime Records when the real task is statewide criminal-history information. Use Randall County court records when the task is a specific local case, docket, disposition or certified court document.
DPS search-credit information lists search credits at $1.00 each.
DPS support materials say a no-matching-records response can still use a search credit.
DPS criminal-history search support lists 1-855-481-7071.
DPS explains fingerprint-based search is the most accurate method for matching identity.
DPS criminal-history checklist
Use DPS for statewide criminal-history results. Do not use it as the first place to confirm whether someone is in Randall County jail today.
Open DPS Public SearchDecode before you decide
How to Read a Randall County Criminal Case History
A criminal case history can contain many entries that do not mean the case is finished. Read from the oldest filing entry to the newest docket action.
Use this for clerk calls, payment, copy requests and follow-up. Randall County payment instructions ask users to include the cause number and full name.
The charge is the accusation or filed offense. It can be reduced, dismissed, amended, refiled or resolved differently later.
Docket events show what happened in the case over time: filings, hearings, orders, warrants, pleas, settings, judgments and payments.
This is the result field searchers usually need: convicted, dismissed, deferred, acquitted, pending, reduced or otherwise resolved.
Online balances may not be final. District Clerk warns criminal court costs, fees and fines may not be accurate from online viewing.
Justice Court pages warn that failure to appear on a citation appearance date can result in a warrant. Payment to the wrong court can also create additional problems.
Proof requires the record holder
How to Request Randall County Criminal Records, Case Copies and Certified Dispositions
If you need proof for court, employment, licensing, immigration, housing, school, military, background correction or record clearing, request the exact document from the office that holds the record.
Identify the record holder
Felony court records usually route to the District Clerk. Misdemeanor-related clerk records route through County Clerk/County Court channels. Arrest or incident reports route through law enforcement.
Collect exact identifiers
Prepare full name, date of birth, cause number, court, charge, filing date, arrest date, booking number, citation number and document title if known.
Ask for the right document
Common requests include docket sheet, certified disposition, judgment, sentence, dismissal order, plea paperwork, indictment, complaint, payment record or case file copies.
Confirm copy type and fee
Ask whether you need ordinary copies, certified copies, clerk research, mailing, electronic delivery or file retrieval. District Clerk research may add a $5.00 research fee.
“I am requesting a Randall County criminal case record for [full name], date of birth [DOB if known], cause number [number if known]. Please confirm whether your office holds the record and whether I should request a docket sheet, certified disposition, judgment, sentence, dismissal order or complete case file. Please also confirm the copy fee, certification fee and delivery options.”
Fees, fines and payment accuracy
Randall County Criminal Court Costs, Fines, Research Fees and Payment Warnings
Criminal-record searches often turn into payment questions. Randall County publishes several important warnings: pay the correct court, include the cause number and full name, do not mail/drop cash, and verify criminal balances with the office.
District Clerk page states a $5.00 research fee is added for District Clerk case research.
Randall County payment pages list a 3% convenience fee with $2.00 minimum for certain clerk payments.
Randall County payment page lists a 5% convenience fee for JP payment routes.
Failure to pay the correct court may result in additional cost and/or warrant issues.
Include cause number and full name
Randall County District Clerk instructions say payment by mail or drop box should include the cause number and full name of the person whose case should receive credit. The page also says not to put cash in the drop box or mail.
Post-trial fines, fees and payment plans
The Collections Department assists defendants through the post-trial process with payment of fines, fees and court costs. The department lists phone 806-468-5512 and address 2309 Russell Long Boulevard, Suite 138.
Records not fully online
Randall County Public Information Act Request for Criminal, Jail or Arrest Records
Use a Public Information Act request when the record is not available online or when you need a law-enforcement, jail, incident, administrative or county-held record that is not handled as a standard clerk copy request.
2309 Russell Long Blvd.
Suite 120
Canyon, Texas 79015
publicinfo@randallcounty.gov
County public-record requests where the county-designated PIA route is appropriate.
What to include in a Randall County records request
“Under the Texas Public Information Act, I am requesting records related to [full name], date of birth [DOB if known], involving [case number / booking number / incident number if known], on or around [date], in Randall County, Texas. Please provide responsive public records, including [specific document names]. If fees apply, please provide an estimate before processing.”
Removal depends on the final outcome
Randall County Expunction and Nondisclosure: What to Check Before Filing
Do not start with a mugshot-removal company. Start with the final court disposition. Texas expunction and nondisclosure rules depend on the charge, outcome, waiting period and court order.
Possible full removal in qualifying situations
Texas State Law Library explains that expunction may be possible in certain situations such as charges never filed, charges dismissed, not-guilty finding, pardon, certain juvenile offenses, or other qualifying categories.
Seals some records from public view
Nondisclosure does not completely clear all records. It can seal eligible information from public view, while some agencies, including law enforcement, may still have access.
Find the final disposition first
You need to know if the case was dismissed, convicted, deferred, acquitted, no-billed, pardoned, still pending or resolved another way.
Get certified documents
Request the certified dismissal, judgment, sentence, deferred order or other disposition from the correct Randall County clerk.
Compare the case to Texas eligibility rules
Use Texas State Law Library and official forms as a starting point. Complex histories, multiple charges or prior convictions may require attorney review.
File in the correct court if eligible
Wrong court, wrong form or missing disposition documents can delay the process. Keep certified copies of any signed order.
Use official legal resources before filing or paying for removal help.
No result does not always mean no record
Why You Cannot Find a Randall County Criminal Record Online
You searched the wrong office
Felony, misdemeanor, Class C, jail and DPS records use different routes.
Try: Use the record map above and switch to the correct clerk or agency.
Name spelling does not match
Hyphens, middle names, aliases, suffixes, maiden names and spelling variations can block matches.
Try: Search last name only, partial name and alternate spellings.
The case is too new
Recent arrests may appear in jail before the court case is visible online.
Try: Check the Sheriff’s jail roster first, then court records later.
The person was released
Jail rosters may focus on current custody or recent inmates.
Try: Use the court portal, clerk request or Sheriff’s Records Division.
The record is restricted
Juvenile, sealed, expunged, confidential or sensitive records may not be public.
Try: Ask the clerk what can be released or consult an attorney.
Online balance is not reliable
District Clerk warns online criminal costs, fees and fines may not be accurate.
Try: Contact the criminal department for accurate bill-of-cost questions.
Official offices and practical contact routes
Randall County Criminal Record Contacts, Addresses and Use Cases
| Office | Address / phone | Use this office for | Practical tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| District Clerk Joel Forbis |
2309 Russell Long Boulevard, Suite 110 Canyon, TX 79015 Phone: 806-468-5600 Fax: 806-468-5604 Hours: Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. |
Felony criminal records, District Court case copies, research, criminal department questions and accurate bill-of-cost verification. | Have cause number and full name ready. Expect a $5 research fee for District Clerk case research. |
| County Clerk Susan Allen |
2309 Russell Long Boulevard, Suite 101 Canyon, TX 79015 Phone: 806-468-5505 Hours: Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. |
County Clerk criminal department, misdemeanor-related clerk records, County Court at Law routing and forms. | County Clerk page states no filing after 4:45 p.m.; call before visiting late in the day. |
| Randall County Sheriff’s Office |
9100 S. Georgia St. Amarillo, TX 79118 Main: 806-468-5800 Records email: records@RANDALLSO.GOV |
Jail roster, current custody, Sheriff’s Office records, arrest/incident records and Records Division questions. | Use jail roster for custody first; use court records for final case outcome. |
| District Courts |
2309 Russell Long Boulevard Canyon, TX 79015 47th: 806-468-5677 181st: 806-468-5559 251st: 806-468-5563 |
Felony criminal proceedings, District Court dockets, settings and judge/court routing. | For copies, call the clerk rather than the judge’s office unless the court specifically directs otherwise. |
| Collections Department |
2309 Russell Long Boulevard, Suite 138 Canyon, TX 79015 Phone: 806-468-5512 Email: rcje@randallcounty.gov |
Post-trial payment plans, fines, fees and court-cost collection issues. | Randall County says no payments are made at this location and no personal checks are accepted. |
| Public Information Act Requests |
2309 Russell Long Blvd., Suite 120 Canyon, TX 79015 Email: publicinfo@randallcounty.gov |
County public-record requests when a standard online search or clerk copy request is not enough. | Use a narrow request with dates, identifiers and document names. |
Understand the language before using the record
Randall County Criminal Record Terms Explained
Official action sources
Official Randall County and Texas Sources Used in This Guide
Use these official sources when you are ready to search, verify, pay, request records or research record clearing. The guide above explains how to use them without treating the page as a link directory.
Randall County criminal records FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Randall County Criminal Records
Where do I search Randall County criminal records online?
Start with the Public Access to Randall County Court Records portal. Use a cause number if you have it. If you only have a name, search carefully with spelling variations, then verify important results with the correct clerk.
Which office handles Randall County felony criminal records?
Felony criminal case records generally route through the Randall County District Clerk and District Courts. The District Clerk is located at 2309 Russell Long Boulevard, Suite 110, Canyon, TX 79015, and can be reached at 806-468-5600.
Which office handles Randall County misdemeanor records?
Class A/B misdemeanor-related clerk records generally route through County Clerk and County Court channels. The County Clerk is located at 2309 Russell Long Boulevard, Suite 101, Canyon, TX 79015, and lists phone 806-468-5505.
How do I find a Randall County Class C misdemeanor or traffic citation?
Use the Randall County Justice Court route for the correct precinct. The Justice Court criminal page explains that Justice Courts handle Class C misdemeanor criminal cases punishable by fine only and certain citations.
Does a Randall County jail roster result prove a conviction?
No. A jail roster or booking result is a custody record, not a final court outcome. Use court records or certified clerk documents to verify conviction, dismissal, deferred adjudication or sentence.
How much is the Randall County District Clerk research fee?
The Randall County District Clerk page states that a $5.00 research fee will be added for the District Clerk’s office to research cases. Confirm current fees with the office before ordering records.
Can I rely on online Randall County criminal court costs and fines?
Be careful. The District Clerk page warns that criminal court costs, fees and fines may not be accurate from online viewing. Contact the criminal department for a more accurate bill of cost.
How do I request a Randall County arrest report or Sheriff’s Office record?
Use the Randall County Sheriff’s Office Records Division or the county’s Public Information Act request route. Include the person’s name, date, incident number, booking number, agency and exact document requested.
Where do I get a certified Randall County criminal disposition?
Request the certified disposition, judgment, sentence or dismissal order from the clerk that holds the case. Use the District Clerk for District Court/felony records and County Clerk routes for county-level misdemeanor records.
Can a Randall County criminal record be sealed or expunged?
Possibly, but eligibility depends on Texas law, the charge, final outcome, waiting period and court order. Start by getting the final disposition, then review Texas expunction and nondisclosure rules or speak with an attorney.