County Clerk
The Tarrant County Clerk provides residents with access to important court records, property documents, vital records, and other official services. This article explains the County Clerk’s responsibilities, the records and services available through the office, how different divisions handle specific requests, and what information residents should prepare when using these services.
County Clerk Responsibilities
The Tarrant County Clerk serves as the caretaker of many public records and provides administrative support for several court systems. The office handles the intake, processing, and maintenance of civil cases filed in the County Courts at Law. It also maintains records for probate matters, county criminal courts, real estate documents, and vital records.
The County Clerk supports residents, attorneys, businesses, and courts by maintaining official records and providing access to documents through the appropriate divisions. Because different records are handled by separate sections, identifying the correct division before making a request can help prevent delays and confusion.
Residents can learn more about the office, its divisions, and available services through the Tarrant County Clerk website.
County Clerk Office Divisions
The County Clerk’s office is organized into several divisions that manage different types of records and services. Each division focuses on specific documents, cases, or transactions.
Court Records
The County Clerk maintains records for several court areas, including County Courts at Law, County Criminal Courts, and Probate Courts.
County Courts at Law records include civil cases handled by these courts. The Clerk’s office manages case intake, processing, and record maintenance. Residents seeking case information or copies of documents should identify the County Court at Law case before requesting records.
The County Courts at Law information page provides details about case information, document copies, filing information, and related services.
Probate Courts records include matters involving probated estates, guardianships, mental health cases, and wills. Probate records require the correct case information when requesting documents or making payments related to a probate matter.
The Probate Courts information page provides information about probate records, document copies, and filing services.
Criminal Court Records
The County Clerk’s Criminal Division maintains records for the County Criminal Courts where Class A and Class B misdemeanors are filed. The office also maintains records for criminal appeals filed in the County Criminal Courts.
Residents checking the status of a county criminal case should have the correct case information available. The County Clerk provides case status assistance through the Criminal Division.
The County Criminal Courts information page explains criminal record services, payment information, and document requests.
Real Estate Records
The County Clerk records and maintains many types of real estate documents. These records include deeds, plats, liens, powers of attorney, oil and gas leases, and other property-related filings.
Residents searching for property documents should use the official records search system and confirm that they are looking for the correct type of document. Property records may involve different document names, recording details, or filing information, so having the property information available can make searches easier.
The Real Estate Records page provides information about official records searches, filing services, payment options, and recording fees.
Property Document Requests
When requesting copies of real estate records, users may need information about the document they need, including the type of record and related filing details. The County Clerk’s office provides options for obtaining records and completing payments through official systems.
For certain online payment services related to records, users should select the correct department and payment category before submitting information. Choosing the wrong payment option may delay completion of the request.
Vital Records Services
The Vital Records Division of the County Clerk’s office manages birth and death records, marriage licenses, assumed name certificates, and military discharge records.
Vital record requests have specific requirements depending on the type of record requested. Residents should review the record type before submitting an application to make sure they provide the required identification and information.
The Vital Records information page provides details about available records, locations, and services.
Birth and Death Records
The County Clerk issues certified copies of birth and death records when the request meets applicable requirements. Birth and death certificates may be available to immediate family members and certain other qualified requesters.
A current government-issued picture identification is required for certified copies. Acceptable identification includes documents such as a driver’s license, state identification card, U.S. passport, military ID, or visa.
The Birth and Death Records page explains record availability, identification requirements, and request options.
Marriage Licenses
The County Clerk issues and maintains marriage licenses in Tarrant County. Applicants must provide required identification and complete the marriage license process through the County Clerk’s office.
Both applicants must appear in person or together through the available video conference option for formal marriage license applications. Applicants must have valid government-issued picture identification and know their Social Security numbers.
A marriage license has a 72-hour waiting period after issuance before the ceremony can take place unless an approved exception applies. The marriage ceremony must occur within 90 days from the date the license is issued.
The Marriage Licenses page provides application information and requirements.
Assumed Name Filings
The County Clerk records assumed names, also known as DBA (Doing Business As) filings, for businesses operating under an assumed name in the county.
An assumed name certificate should be filed with the County Clerk’s Office in the county where the business will operate. Applicants may search assumed name records before filing to check whether another business has the same name.
Applications may be completed online in part, but applicants must appear in person to sign the application and pay the required fee. Some applications may also be submitted by mail when notarized and completed according to County Clerk requirements.
The Assumed Names page provides filing instructions and record search information.
Payments and Online Services
The County Clerk provides several payment options for different services, including court payments, document payments, and other official transactions. Users should confirm the correct payment category before completing an online transaction.
For County Criminal Courts misdemeanor fines, payments may be made online or at the cashier’s office located at the Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center. Users must have their case number available when making payments.
Online criminal payment processing may take several business days before the payment appears on the court case. Residents should keep payment confirmation information and verify that payments are applied to the correct case.
Office Locations and Hours
The County Clerk’s main office is located at the Tarrant County Courthouse. Additional services are available through several subcourthouse locations throughout the county, including locations that provide vital records and passport services.
Most County Clerk services operate during weekday business hours. Residents should review the specific division information before visiting because different services may be handled at different locations.
Preparing a Records Request
Having the correct information before contacting the County Clerk can make a request easier to process. The information needed depends on the service being requested.
Identify the type of record or service needed, such as a court record, property document, vital record, or assumed name filing.
Gather available case numbers, document details, property information, or personal identification information related to the request.
Review the requirements for the specific division before submitting an application or payment.
Use the official County Clerk systems for searches, payments, and document requests.
Common Record Search Mistakes
Many delays occur when users select the wrong department, search the wrong record category, or provide incomplete information. Court records, property records, and vital records are maintained through different divisions, so selecting the correct service is an important first step.
Residents should also confirm whether they need a certified copy or general record information. Different records may have different requirements for access, identification, or payment.
County Clerk Contact Information
The County Clerk’s office can assist residents with questions about records, services, and available divisions. When contacting the office, providing the type of service needed can help direct the request to the appropriate department.
County Clerk Offices and Locations
Tarrant County Clerk
100 W. Weatherford St Suite 130
Fort Worth, TX 76196
817-884-1195
Tarrant County Courthouse
100 W. Weatherford Street
Fort Worth, TX 76196
817-884-1195
Arlington Subcourthouse
700 E. Abram Street
Arlington, TX 76101
817-884-1550
Gary Fickes Northeast Courthouse
645 E. Grapevine Hwy.
Hurst, TX 76054
817-884-1550
Mansfield Subcourthouse
1100 E. Broad Street Suite 102
Mansfield, TX 76063
817-884-1550
J.D. Johnson Northwest Subcourthouse
6713 Telephone Road
Lake Worth, TX 76135
817-884-1550
Charles F. Griffin Building
3212 Miller Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76119
817-884-1550
Southlake Town Hall
1400 Main Street
Southlake, TX 76092
817-884-1550
Dionne Phillips Bagsby Southwest Subcourthouse
6551 Granbury Road
Fort Worth, TX 76133
817-884-1550
Tarrant County Plaza Building
200 Taylor Street
Fort Worth, TX 76196
817-884-1550
Tim Curry Criminal Justice Center
401 W. Belknap Street
Fort Worth, TX 76196
817-884-2820
County Clerk FAQs
How can I find Tarrant County Clerk court records online?
Residents looking for court case information can use the official County Clerk systems to search available records. County Courts at Law case information and document requests are handled through the County Clerk’s civil court services. Before requesting copies, users should have the correct case details and select the appropriate document type. More information is available through the County Courts at Law information page.
Where can I search for Tarrant County property records?
Property-related documents recorded by the County Clerk can be accessed through the official real estate records services. These records may include deeds, plats, liens, powers of attorney, oil and gas leases, and other recorded documents. Users should confirm the document type they need before searching to help locate the correct filing. The Real Estate Records page provides official search and filing information.
What information is needed to request birth or death records?
Certified birth and death record requests require meeting the County Clerk’s requirements for access. Eligible requesters may need valid government-issued identification and information about the record being requested. The Birth and Death Records page explains record availability and request requirements.
How do I file or search an assumed name record?
An assumed name or DBA filing should be completed with the County Clerk’s office in the county where the business operates. Applicants can search existing assumed name records before filing to check whether a similar business name is already recorded. The Assumed Names page provides filing details and search options.