Comal County Background Check Records

Comal County background check records are maintained by the County Clerk, District Clerk, and Sheriff's Office in New Braunfels. Comal County is a fast-growing county in the Texas Hill Country, and its court system has expanded to include four district courts. Records are available through the county website at co.comal.tx.us, through statewide tools, or by contacting the clerk offices directly. The County Clerk handles misdemeanor and civil records, the District Clerk manages felony and family cases, and the Sheriff's Office holds arrest and jail information.

Comal County Clerk Background Check Records

County Clerk Bobbie J. Koepp manages misdemeanor criminal records, civil court filings, probate records, real property documents, marriage licenses, vital records, and assumed name filings. The office is at 150 N. Seguin Ave., Suite 101, New Braunfels, TX 78130. Mailing address is PO Box 667, New Braunfels, TX 78131. Phone is (830) 221-1230. Fax is (830) 620-3413. Email is countyclerk@co.comal.tx.us. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The county website at co.comal.tx.us includes records search access.

Misdemeanor criminal records from Comal County's county courts at law are kept by the County Clerk. Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases are indexed here. The office also has civil cases from the county courts, probate filings, and real property records. Comal County's population growth has led to a larger volume of filings than most Hill Country counties. Online record search is available through the county website, which makes it easier to do a preliminary background check search before requesting full copies.

Copy fees are standard across Texas county offices. Copies are $1.00 per page. Certified copies add a $5.00 certification fee. Birth certificates are $23.00. Death certificates are $21.00 for the first copy and $3.00 for each additional one. Marriage licenses cost $82.00. In-person requests require a photo ID. Mail requests need a written request, correct payment by check or money order, and a return envelope.

The Comal County website serves as the central portal for county clerk, district clerk, and sheriff records information in New Braunfels.

From the county site you can navigate to clerk offices and records search tools for Comal County background check research.

Comal County District Clerk Criminal Records

District Clerk Helen R. Whalen handles felony criminal records, civil district court filings, and family law cases. The office is at 150 N. Seguin Ave., Suite 304, New Braunfels, TX 78130. Mailing is PO Box 2335, New Braunfels, TX 78131. Phone is (830) 221-1230. Fax is (830) 620-3415. The county website covers District Clerk records through co.comal.tx.us.

Comal County has four district courts: the 22nd, 207th, 274th, and 433rd District Courts. All felony criminal cases in the county go through one of these courts, and all their records are managed by the District Clerk. If you need to look up a felony charge in Comal County, contact this office. You can search by name or cause number. Online search may be available through the county site or through the statewide re:SearchTX portal, which covers all four of Comal County's district courts.

Family law cases including divorce and custody orders are also here. Comal County's rapid growth has brought a high volume of family court filings. Civil cases involving large dollar amounts, judgment liens, and similar matters are in the District Clerk's records as well. These records are all public unless sealed by a court order. E-filing for civil and family cases is available through eFileTexas.gov. Copy fees are $1.00 per page plus $5.00 for certified copies.

Comal County Sheriff Arrest Records

The Comal County Sheriff's Office manages arrest records, jail bookings, and incident reports. Sheriff Mark Reynolds leads the department. The main address is 3005 N. Business IH 35, New Braunfels, TX 78130. Non-emergency phone is (830) 620-3400. Fax is (830) 620-3401. Emergency is 911. The county website at co.comal.tx.us also covers the Sheriff's Office.

Arrest records in Texas are public records. To get copies of arrest records or incident reports from the Comal County Sheriff, submit a written Public Information Act request. Include the subject's name, approximate dates, and your contact information. The office has 10 business days to respond. Fees for copies may apply. Booking records will show the charges at time of arrest, not the final court outcome. For final dispositions, check with the County Clerk or District Clerk. To confirm current jail status, call the Sheriff directly at (830) 620-3400.

Sex offender registration in Comal County is tracked through the Texas DPS. You can check the Texas DPS Sex Offender Registry for registered offenders. TDCJ inmate records are at tdcj.texas.gov. Federal cases from Comal County fall under the Western District of Texas federal court system, searchable through PACER at pacer.uscourts.gov.

Comal County Court System

Comal County now has four district courts that reflect its dramatic growth over the past two decades. The 22nd, 207th, 274th, and 433rd District Courts each handle a mix of felony criminal cases, civil matters, and family law. The county courts at law handle Class A and B misdemeanors and smaller civil cases. Justice of the Peace courts cover Class C misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims. All these records ultimately flow to the County Clerk or District Clerk in New Braunfels.

For an online search of Comal County background check records, start with the county website at co.comal.tx.us. Records search may be available there for clerk records. The statewide re:SearchTX portal gives free access to district and county court dockets. You can search all four Comal County district courts by name or cause number through that system. It is a good way to confirm whether a case exists before ordering full copies.

For statewide criminal history, the Texas DPS Criminal History Name Search covers all Texas counties for $3.00. For certified results usable in legal proceedings, use the FACT fingerprint system at securesite.dps.texas.gov. The Texas DPS Criminal History Records FAQ has answers to common questions about record access.

Note: Given Comal County's rapid growth, case files may span several courts. If you do not find a case in one district court, check the others through re:SearchTX or contact the District Clerk's office directly.

Online Tools for Comal County Background Checks

Several online tools let you search Comal County background check records remotely. The county website at co.comal.tx.us is the main local resource and may have links to records search portals for the clerk offices. The statewide re:SearchTX portal covers all of Comal County's four district courts and the county courts at law.

For criminal history that goes beyond what the county offices have, use the Texas DPS Criminal History Name Search for $3.00. This covers statewide convictions. The Texas Sex Offender Registry is free and searchable by name or address. TDCJ inmate information is at tdcj.texas.gov and covers current and former state prison inmates. The Texas DPS also offers a Sex Offender Registration Program page with details on how registration works in Texas.

Note: Statewide tools may not capture every local Comal County filing. Contact the clerk offices directly for the most complete background check records specific to this county.

Nearby Counties

These counties border or are near Comal County in Central Texas. Each has its own court records and clerk offices.