Concho County Background Check Records

Concho County background check records are maintained by the County Clerk, District Clerk, and Sheriff's Office in Paint Rock. The county holds criminal, civil, and property records going back to 1879. Most searches require direct contact with county offices, as online access in this small west-central Texas county is limited.

Concho County Clerk Background Check Records

The Concho County Clerk is the main custodian for misdemeanor criminal records, civil court filings, probate matters, and real property records. County Clerk Carolyn M. Lorentz oversees the office at 152 W. 3rd St. in Paint Rock. The mailing address is PO Box 98, Paint Rock, TX 76866. Phone is (325) 732-4322 and fax is (325) 732-3050. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Real property records held by the County Clerk go back to 1879, which makes this office useful for title history and lien searches tied to individuals. Misdemeanor criminal records from the county courts at law are also filed here. These cover Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases. Felony criminal records go to the District Clerk's office instead.

To request records, visit in person with a valid photo ID or send a written mail request. Mail requests need the subject's full name, a description of what you need, and payment. Copy fees are $1.00 per page, with a $5.00 certification fee added for certified copies. The office accepts cash, money orders, and checks. Birth certificates cost $23.00, death certificates cost $21.00 for the first copy, and marriage licenses are $82.00.

Concho County District Clerk Criminal Records

The Concho County District Clerk manages felony criminal records, civil district court filings, and family law cases for the 51st District Court. District Clerk Rhonda C. Abbott is at 152 W. 3rd St., Paint Rock, TX 76866. Mailing address is PO Box 189, Paint Rock, TX 76866. Phone is (325) 732-4322 and fax is (325) 732-3050.

Felony criminal records in Concho County are held by the District Clerk. The 51st District Court covers felony cases along with civil and family law matters. Records are accessible in person. Written mail requests also work. Bring a valid photo ID for in-person visits. The District Clerk processes expunctions and orders of nondisclosure when the court grants them. These actions can remove or seal records from public access.

E-filing for new civil and family cases is available through eFileTexas.gov. The District Clerk does not take record requests by phone. For a statewide criminal history search, use the Texas DPS name-based tool at records.txdps.state.tx.us for $3.00, which covers Concho County and all other Texas counties.

Note: The District Clerk and County Clerk share the same building in Paint Rock, which is common in smaller Texas counties.

Concho County Sheriff Arrest Records

The Concho County Sheriff's Office holds arrest records, incident reports, and jail information. Sheriff Tom W. Belew leads the department at 152 W. 3rd St., Paint Rock, TX 76866. Mailing address is PO Box 217, Paint Rock, TX 76866. Phone is (325) 732-2151 and fax is (325) 732-3050. For emergencies, call 911.

Arrest records from the Sheriff's Office are public under the Texas Public Information Act. Submit a written request to the Records Division. The office has 10 business days to respond. Fees apply for copies and staff time. The Sheriff also manages sex offender registration. All registered sex offenders in Texas are searchable through the free Texas DPS Sex Offender Registry.

Concho County Court System

Concho County courts run through the 51st District Court, which serves multiple counties in west-central Texas. The district court handles felony criminal cases, civil cases, and family law matters. Misdemeanor cases go through the County Court, with records held by the County Clerk.

The statewide re:SearchTX portal may carry some docket data for Concho County district court cases. Coverage can be limited for small counties, so contact the clerks directly for the most complete information. Justice of the Peace courts cover Class C misdemeanors and small claims at the local level.

Texas law under Government Code Chapter 552, the Public Information Act, gives the public the right to access most court records. Some records are restricted, including juvenile cases, sealed records, and active investigation files. Expunctions and nondisclosure orders remove certain records from public view when granted by a judge.

Online Background Check Tools for Concho County

Concho County has no public online search portal of its own. Most records need an in-person visit or a mail request. That said, several statewide tools cover Concho County background check records remotely.

The Texas DPS Criminal History Name Search costs $3.00 per search and covers all Texas counties including Concho. The re:SearchTX court portal has district court docket data for some counties. The free Texas DPS Sex Offender Registry is searchable by name or location. For inmates in state custody, the TDCJ Offender Search is also free online.

For certified records needed for legal purposes, use the Texas DPS fingerprint-based FACT Clearinghouse. Name-based searches are a useful starting point but can't confirm identity on their own. Always verify records with date of birth or other identifying details when possible.

Note: Mail requests to Concho County offices may take longer to process than in larger counties because of limited staff. Plan accordingly if you need records within a specific time frame.

The Texas DPS Criminal History Name Search covers Concho County and every other Texas county for $3.00 per search.

This statewide tool is the most accessible remote option when an in-person visit to Paint Rock is not practical.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Concho County. Each has its own court clerks and record offices for background check searches.