Departments
This page helps residents identify selected Tarrant County offices and public services that handle commonly used government programs and responsibilities. The directory includes a brief description of each office or service and a phone number for questions about records, courts, elections, public safety, health services, housing, taxes, and community programs.
How County Offices Help
Each county office or public service is responsible for a different set of services. Some offices maintain records and court documents, while others manage elections, emergency planning, public health programs, housing assistance, taxes, or services for families and veterans. Reviewing the service description before calling can help residents reach the appropriate office.
Selected County Offices and Public Services
| Name | Services | Phone Number |
|---|---|---|
| Administration | County administration, government operations, and interdepartmental coordination | 817-884-1267 |
| Auditor's Office | Financial reporting, public accountability, auditing, and government accounting services | 817-884-1205 |
| Child Support | Child and medical support monitoring, collection, enforcement, and account assistance | 817-884-1475 |
| Commissioners Court | County government meetings, agendas, policy decisions, budgets, and public participation | 817-884-1234 |
| County Clerk | Official records, vital records, marriage licenses, and certain court records | 817-884-1195 |
| Criminal District Attorney | Criminal prosecution, victim assistance, and legal services | 817-884-1400 |
| District Clerk | District court records, case filings, and court administrative services | 817-884-1574 |
| Domestic Relations Office | Child support services, legal support, community supervision, and family court services | 817-884-1742 |
| Elections Administration | Voter registration, election information, voting services, and election administration | 817-831-8683 |
| Emergency Management Office | Emergency planning, preparedness, public alerts, and response coordination | 817-884-1804 |
| Engineering Services | Road and bridge engineering, infrastructure planning, and technical services | 817-884-1250 |
| Family Court Services | Court-ordered family assessments, co-parenting education, supervised visitation, and family court support | 817-884-1616 |
| Fire Marshal | Fire inspections, burn permits, fire investigations, and fire safety services in unincorporated areas | 817-838-4660 |
| Housing Assistance Office | Housing assistance, rental programs, and support services for eligible residents | 817-531-7640 |
| Human Services | Burial assistance information and referrals to community assistance resources | 817-531-5620 |
| Jury Services | Jury summons information, scheduling, reporting instructions, and juror assistance | 817-383-1811 |
| Juvenile Services | Juvenile supervision, rehabilitation programs, detention services, and youth support | 817-838-4600 |
| Law Library | Public legal research resources, self-help materials, and legal reference services | 817-884-1481 |
| Medical Examiner | Death investigations, forensic pathology, autopsy services, and related records | 817-920-5700 |
| Public Health | Health programs, disease prevention, clinical services, and community health information | 817-321-4700 |
| Resource Connection of Tarrant County | Access to health, human services, and community assistance programs | 817-531-7600 |
| Sheriff's Office | Law enforcement, jail operations, court security, and public safety services | 817-884-3099 |
| Tax Assessor / Collector | Property tax billing and payments, vehicle registration, and title services | 817-884-1100 |
| Texas A&M AgriLife Extension | Agriculture education, family and community programs, and extension services | 817-884-1945 |
| Veterans Services | Benefits assistance, claims support, and services for veterans and their families | 817-531-5645 |
Finding the Right Office
For official records, marriage licenses, vital records, and certain court records, residents can contact the County Clerk. District court filings and records are generally handled by the District Clerk. Questions involving child support or family court support may be directed to the Domestic Relations Office or one of its specialized divisions.
The Tax Assessor / Collector handles property tax billing and payments, vehicle registration, and title services. Property appraisal and exemption questions are generally handled separately by the Tarrant Appraisal District. Residents seeking health, housing, burial assistance, or community support can review the Public Health, Housing Assistance Office, Human Services, and Resource Connection of Tarrant County entries.
Residents with jury summons questions can contact Jury Services, while election and voter registration questions should be directed to Elections Administration. Public safety matters may involve the Sheriff's Office, Emergency Management Office, or Fire Marshal, depending on the type of assistance needed and whether the property is located in an incorporated or unincorporated area.
Before contacting an office, residents should have any relevant case numbers, account numbers, notices, or document details available. Services, eligibility requirements, office locations, and contact information may change, so residents should confirm current instructions before submitting documents or visiting an office.