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Find Hunt County Criminal and Civil Court Records Without Opening the Wrong Clerk or Case Portal
Hunt County court records are split by court level. Felony, divorce, title-to-land and higher civil matters usually route through District Court and the District Clerk. Misdemeanor, probate, guardianship, county civil and County Court at Law matters route through the County Clerk or county-court systems.
This guide shows which Hunt County office to use, how to search court settings, when to use iDocket, how to request copies, what information to collect before calling, and how to read a docket before assuming a case outcome.
Start with the real task
What Hunt County Court Record Are You Trying to Find?
The right search depends on the case type. Hunt County criminal and civil records may sit with the District Clerk, County Clerk, County Court at Law, Justice Court, iDocket, a docket-calendar tool or a court-specific record request.
Use the Hunt County docket search. It asks for a court and date. The official tool says dates can be entered as MM/DD/YYYY or YYYY-MM-DD, and leaving the date blank searches the next 30 days.
Start with the County Clerk route. Hunt County states that criminal misdemeanor, civil and probate records are available online at iDocket, while certified copies come only from the County Clerk’s office.
Start with the District Clerk and District Court route. Hunt County says district courts have original jurisdiction in felony criminal cases, divorce cases, title-to-land cases and civil matters of $200 or more when another court does not have jurisdiction.
Use the Justice of the Peace route. Hunt County’s JP page explains that justice courts handle Class C misdemeanor criminal cases, minor civil matters and small-claims functions.
Online case information helps you locate a record. Certified copies, judgments, orders and complete files should be requested from the clerk that maintains the case.
Check whether e-filing is required for the case type and court. eFileTexas lists Hunt County district, county, probate and justice court e-filing/search status.
Fast answer board
Which Hunt County Court Records Website Should You Use First?
A common mistake is treating “Hunt County court records” as one single database. Instead, identify whether the case is district court, county court, county court at law, probate, guardianship, justice court or municipal/federal. Then search or request records through the office that actually holds that file.
Do not search the wrong office
Hunt County Court Record Map: District Clerk, County Clerk, County Courts at Law and Justice Courts
Use for district-court records such as felony criminal cases, divorce, title-to-land disputes, larger civil matters and district-court pleadings. The District Clerk is the custodian of pleadings, instruments and papers in district-court legal actions.
Use for County Court at Law and county-court records such as misdemeanor cases, probate, guardianship, county civil cases, appeals, bond forfeitures, mental health records and juvenile records when maintained by that office.
Hunt County has County Court at Law No. 1 and No. 2. County Courts at Law handle Class A and B misdemeanors, probate matters, guardianships, appeals from Justice and Municipal Courts and civil jurisdiction within statutory limits.
Hunt County is served by the 196th District Court and 354th District Court. Use district-court resources for felony, divorce, title-to-land and district civil matters.
Justice courts handle Class C misdemeanors, minor civil matters and small-claims functions. They may also issue search or arrest warrants.
Use Hunt County’s docket-search tool for court settings, iDocket for county-court case searches where available, and official clerk pages for certified copies or record requests.
Not just links — what to do after opening
Hunt County Court Records Website Micro-Guides
Use these cards as a practical checklist. Each one explains what to enter, what to click, what to save, and when to call the clerk instead of repeating the same search.
Use for court setting and date searches
The Hunt County docket tool lets users select a court and enter a date. The page says dates can use MM/DD/YYYY or YYYY-MM-DD format, and users can leave the date blank to search the next 30 days.
- Best for checking upcoming settings.
- Not a substitute for the full case file.
- Useful when you know the court but not the exact docket time.
Use for misdemeanor, civil and probate online records
Hunt County says criminal misdemeanor, civil and probate records are available online at iDocket. iDocket says users can search by plaintiff or defendant name, file date, attorney name, county or court, exact/sounds-like name, bondsman and state or cause number, depending on account access.
- Use for county-court case discovery.
- Search by cause number if available.
- Contact the clerk for certified copies or questions about completeness.
Use for district-court records and formal requests
Hunt County District Clerk records are tied to district-court legal actions. The District Clerk page lists a records-request form route and states electronic forms should be downloaded and completed in Adobe Reader on Windows or Mac, or Adobe Fill & Sign on mobile.
- Use for felony, divorce, district civil and district family case files.
- Have the cause number if possible.
- Call before requesting if you need a certified or complete file.
Use for County Clerk records and certified copies
Hunt County’s County Clerk request page says requests are for records filed or maintained in the County Clerk’s Office only. It also states judicial records are not subject to the Public Information Act, requests are reviewed and responded to within 10 business days, and records may be reviewed at no charge in the office during normal business hours.
- Use for County Clerk-held records.
- Request exact documents, not “everything.”
- Mail payment should follow the county’s current accepted-payment instructions.
Criminal case routing
How to Search Hunt County Criminal Court Records
Criminal records are not all in one place. The correct Hunt County route depends on whether the case is a felony, Class A/B misdemeanor, Class C misdemeanor, bond forfeiture, juvenile matter or appeal.
Start with the District Court and District Clerk route. Hunt County’s District Courts page identifies district courts as courts of original jurisdiction for felony criminal cases.
County Courts at Law handle Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases. Hunt County’s County Clerk page also lists misdemeanor cases among County Clerk responsibilities.
Justice Courts handle Class C misdemeanor criminal cases. Municipal-court matters may belong to the city court instead of the county.
Hunt County lists bond forfeitures and misdemeanor cases among County Clerk responsibilities. Search iDocket where available, then request certified copies from the County Clerk.
Criminal case search checklist
Civil, probate and family routing
How to Search Hunt County Civil Court Records
“Civil case” can mean many different things in Hunt County: district civil, county civil, small claims, probate, guardianship, family, divorce, protective order, mental health or appeal. Use the case type to choose the clerk.
District courts have jurisdiction over civil matters where the amount in controversy is $200 or more when jurisdiction is not placed elsewhere, plus title-to-land and other district matters.
Hunt County states County Courts at Law have civil jurisdiction concurrent with District Courts where the amount in controversy does not exceed $200,000 under Texas Government Code Section 25.1182.
County Courts at Law handle probate matters and guardianships. Hunt County also lists probate and guardianship cases as County Clerk responsibilities.
Justice Courts function as small-claims courts and also handle minor civil matters.
District courts commonly handle divorce matters. County Courts at Law may also handle family law matters by assignment from District Courts.
Hunt County states County Courts at Law handle appeals from Justice and Municipal Courts.
Search smarter
Fields and Details That Help You Find the Right Hunt County Case
The cleanest search key. Look on citations, notices, pleadings, orders, attorney emails or payment paperwork.
Search last name first if the portal allows it. Try maiden names, hyphenated names, business names and spelling variants.
Confirm whether the paperwork names the 196th District Court, 354th District Court, County Court at Law No. 1, County Court at Law No. 2 or a Justice Court.
Use the approximate year for case searches and the exact hearing date for the docket-search tool.
Criminal, civil, probate, guardianship, family, juvenile, mental health, small claims and traffic matters can route differently.
For proof, ask for judgment, dismissal order, sentence, decree, probate order, docket sheet or certified disposition—not just “the case.”
How to read a Hunt County docket result
Confirm the case belongs to the right person or business
Compare full name, party role, court, cause number, filing date and case type. Same-name records are common in public portals.
Read from filing to final entry
Do not stop at the first charge, petition or complaint. Later entries can show dismissal, judgment, order, settlement, sentence, nonsuit, default judgment, satisfaction or appeal.
Look for document availability
Some systems show docket entries without scanned images. If the image is missing or unofficial, request the document from the clerk.
Use certified copies for official proof
Employment, licensing, immigration, housing, school, probate, title, banking or court use may require a certified copy rather than a screenshot.
Case-type decoder
Common Hunt County Court Case Types and Where to Start
Official proof route
How to Request Hunt County Court Records, Copies and Certified Documents
Online case search can help you locate a record, but the clerk is the route for copies and certification. Hunt County’s County Clerk page states regular copy fees apply at $1.00 per page and certified copies may only be received from the office.
Hunt County lists regular copy fees as $1.00 per page on its County Clerk request page.
Hunt County states certified copies may only be received from the office.
County Clerk records may be reviewed at no charge in the office during normal business hours.
County Clerk request page states requests are reviewed and responded to within 10 business days.
Before requesting a record, collect these details
“I am requesting court records for [case name / party name], cause number [number if known], filed in [court name] in Hunt County. Please confirm whether your office maintains the record, whether copies are available, the per-page and certification cost, and whether I should request a plain copy, certified copy, docket sheet, judgment, dismissal order, decree or complete file.”
Use this route for records filed or maintained in the Hunt County Clerk’s Office.
Filing is different from searching
Hunt County e-Filing and Case Search: What to Know Before Filing
Searching for a record and filing into a case are separate tasks. eFileTexas publishes county-by-county information about active district, county, probate and justice courts, including civil e-filing status and search access.
Check the correct court first
Confirm whether the matter belongs in District Court, County Court at Law or Justice Court before filing. Filing in the wrong court can delay the case.
Search status can vary
eFileTexas lists search status by court type. Hunt County’s row shows different search availability by court category, so do not assume every court has identical search access.
Accepted filing does not prove outcome
A submitted or accepted filing is not the same as a signed order, final judgment or hearing result. Keep checking the docket and clerk notices.
Use this to verify court filing/search status before filing into a Texas case.
Office-by-office contact map
Hunt County Court Offices, Phone Numbers and When to Call
| Office / Court | Use for | Address / location | Phone / hours / practical note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hunt County District Clerk | District-court pleadings, felony, divorce, district civil, family and records requests for district cases. | 2507 Lee St., 2nd Floor Greenville, TX 75401 |
903-408-4172 Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–12:00 PM and 1:00 PM–5:00 PM Closed for lunch. |
| Hunt County County Clerk | Misdemeanor cases, county civil, probate, guardianship, bond forfeitures, mental health, juvenile records and County Court at Law records when maintained there. | 2507 Lee Street, 2nd Floor Greenville, TX 75401 |
903-408-4130 Mon–Thu 8:00 AM–4:30 PM; Fri 8:00 AM–3:00 PM. Call before visiting for certified copies. |
| 196th District Court | District-court matters assigned to the 196th District Court. | 2507 Lee Street, 3rd Floor Greenville, TX 75401 |
903-408-4190 Judge Andrew Bench. Use the clerk for records; use the court for setting/procedure questions when appropriate. |
| 354th District Court | District-court matters assigned to the 354th District Court. | 2507 Lee Street, 3rd Floor Greenville, TX 75401 |
903-408-4194 Judge Keli Aiken. Verify settings through official docket/court contact. |
| County Court at Law No. 1 | Class A/B misdemeanors, probate, guardianship, appeals from Justice/Municipal Courts, assigned family matters and county civil jurisdiction. | 2507 Lee Street, 4th Floor Room 400 Greenville, TX 75401 |
903-408-4200 Judge Timothy S. Linden. Questions about policies and procedures should be directed to the court coordinator. |
| County Court at Law No. 2 | County Court at Law matters, probate/guardianship resources, court policies and court forms. | 2507 Lee Street, 2nd Floor Greenville, TX 75401 |
903-408-4234 Judge Joel D. Littlefield. Do not contact the judge about a pending or potential lawsuit. |
| Justice of the Peace Courts | Class C misdemeanors, minor civil matters, small claims, warrants and precinct-level justice-court cases. | Precinct offices in Greenville, Commerce, Wolfe City and Quinlan. | Use the precinct list below to call the correct office before appearing. |
Justice of the Peace quick contacts
Judge Wayne Money
2801 Stuart St. Ste. 409, Greenville, TX 75401
Phone: 903-453-6922
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Judge Sheila Linden
2801 Stuart Street, Suite 412, Greenville, TX 75401
Phone: 903-453-6930
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Judge Kerry Crews
1106 Main Street, Commerce, TX 75428
Phone: 903-886-6726
Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM; closed for lunch.
Judge Christie Roundtree
118 E. Main, Wolfe City, TX 75496
Phone: 903-496-7974
Hours: Mon–Thu 7:00 AM–5:00 PM; closed Fridays.
Judge Clayton Rankin
112 East Main, Quinlan, TX 75475
Phone: 903-356-2904
Hours: Mon–Thu 7:00 AM–4:00 PM; Fri 7:00 AM–11:00 AM.
Hunt County Courthouse
2507 Lee Street, Greenville, TX 75401
General inquiries: 903-408-4100
Business hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
No result does not always mean no case
Why You Cannot Find a Hunt County Court Record Online
Wrong clerk or court
You may be searching County Clerk records when the case is a District Clerk record, or searching district court when the matter is JP or municipal.
Try: Identify the court on the paperwork before searching again.
Wrong spelling or party role
Names may appear with middle initials, business suffixes, maiden names, aliases or alternate spelling.
Try: Search fewer fields, then add filters one at a time.
Case is too old or archived
Older paper records may not have complete online images or may require clerk retrieval.
Try: Call the record-holding clerk with year, party names and case type.
Document image is missing
A portal may show docket text without scanned pleadings, orders or judgments.
Try: Request the exact document from the clerk.
Restricted or confidential case
Juvenile, mental health, adoption, sealed, expunged, protective or sensitive records may not be publicly displayed.
Try: Ask the clerk what can legally be disclosed.
Temporary portal issue
Official pages sometimes show vendor disruption, login, backup, timeout or image-availability messages.
Try: Retry later and use the clerk’s office for urgent certified-copy needs.
Local search tips
Practical Hunt County Court Records Tips That Save Time
Courthouse location
Hunt County Courthouse Map and Visit Planning
Many court and clerk offices are listed at the Hunt County Courthouse in Greenville. Call the correct office before visiting, especially if you need certified copies, a same-day court setting, a file pull or a specific clerk counter.
Decode the record
Hunt County Court Record Terms Explained
Official live-action sources
Official Hunt County and Texas Court Record Sources Used in This Guide
Use these sources after choosing the correct route above. They are included for live search, record requests, office verification and court-specific instructions.
Hunt County court records FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Hunt County Court Records
Where do I search Hunt County court records online?
Start with the Hunt County docket search for court settings, iDocket for criminal misdemeanor, civil and probate records referenced by the County Clerk, and the District Clerk or County Clerk page for official record requests. The correct route depends on the case type.
Which office handles Hunt County felony court records?
Felony criminal cases generally route through District Court and the Hunt County District Clerk. Hunt County is served by the 196th District Court and 354th District Court.
Where are Hunt County misdemeanor court records?
Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases are handled by the County Courts at Law, and Hunt County states that criminal misdemeanor records are available online at iDocket. Certified copies should be requested from the County Clerk’s office.
How do I check a Hunt County court date?
Use the Hunt County docket-search tool. Select the court and enter a date in MM/DD/YYYY or YYYY-MM-DD format. The tool says leaving the date blank searches the next 30 days.
How do I get certified copies of Hunt County court records?
Request certified copies from the clerk that maintains the record. Hunt County’s County Clerk page states regular copy fees apply at $1.00 per page and certified copies may only be received from the office.
Are Hunt County judicial records public information requests?
Hunt County’s County Clerk request page states that judicial records are not subject to the Public Information Act. Requests are reviewed by the Clerk for availability and cost, and records may be reviewed in the office during normal business hours.
What is the difference between Hunt County District Clerk and County Clerk?
The District Clerk is the record office for district-court legal actions, including many felony, divorce and district civil matters. The County Clerk handles County Court at Law and county-court records such as misdemeanors, probate, guardianship, county civil and related records.
Where do I search Hunt County small claims cases?
Small claims and minor civil matters generally route through the correct Hunt County Justice of the Peace precinct. Use the JP page to identify the precinct, judge, address, phone and office hours.
Why can I not find a Hunt County court case online?
You may be searching the wrong clerk, wrong court, wrong spelling, wrong case type or wrong date. The case may also be sealed, restricted, juvenile, mental health, archived, municipal, federal, too new or missing online document images.
Can I use iDocket as official proof of a Hunt County case?
Use iDocket as a search and case-discovery tool. For the most accurate and timely information, iDocket itself says users should contact the Court Clerk directly. For official proof, request a certified copy from the clerk.