Access Crockett County Background Check Records

Crockett County background check records are maintained by the County Clerk, District Clerk, and Sheriff's Office in Ozona. This large West Texas county covers over 2,800 square miles and holds criminal, civil, and property records going back to 1891. Online access is not available, so searches require in-person visits or mail requests to the county offices in Ozona.

Crockett County Clerk Background Check Records

The Crockett County Clerk holds misdemeanor criminal records, civil filings, probate records, and real property records going back to 1891. County Clerk Leslie A. Hanks runs the office at 907 Ave. D in Ozona. Mailing address is PO Box C, Ozona, TX 76943. Phone is (325) 392-2021 and fax is (325) 392-2677. Email is crockettcoclerk@hotmail.com. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Class A and Class B misdemeanor records from county courts at law are indexed at the County Clerk's office. Property records going back to 1891 can be searched to find liens, judgments, or ownership history tied to an individual's name. Probate records for estates and guardianships are also kept here. The County Clerk additionally maintains marriage licenses, birth and death certificates, and assumed name filings.

Copy fees are $1.00 per page with a $5.00 certification fee for certified copies. Vital record fees are $23.00 for a birth certificate, $21.00 for the first death certificate, and $82.00 for a marriage license. Mail requests need a written letter, payment, and a return envelope. In-person requests require a valid photo ID.

Crockett County District Clerk Criminal Records

The Crockett County District Clerk manages felony criminal records, civil district court filings, and family law cases for the 112th District Court. District Clerk Juanita S. Hiebert is at 907 Ave. D, Ozona, TX 76943. Mailing address is PO Box C, Ozona, TX 76943. Phone is (325) 392-2021 ext. 227 and fax is (325) 392-2677.

Felony criminal records in Crockett County are held by the District Clerk. The 112th District Court covers Crockett County and neighboring counties in West Texas. For felony criminal history searches, the District Clerk is the right place to start. Bring a valid photo ID for in-person requests or send a written mail request with payment and a return envelope. Phone requests are not accepted.

When the court grants an expunction or nondisclosure order, the District Clerk handles the record removal or sealing process. E-filing for civil and family cases is available through eFileTexas.gov. For a broader statewide search, the Texas DPS name-based criminal history tool at records.txdps.state.tx.us costs $3.00 and covers all Texas counties.

Crockett County Sheriff Arrest Records

The Crockett County Sheriff's Office handles arrest records, incident reports, and jail information. Sheriff Pamela Elliott leads the department at 903 Ave. D, Ozona, TX 76943. Mailing address is PO Box 519, Ozona, TX 76943. Phone is (325) 392-2661 and fax is (325) 392-2677. Call 911 for emergencies.

Arrest records are public records under the Texas Public Information Act. Send a written request to the Sheriff's Office to get copies. The office has 10 business days to respond. Fees apply for copying and any staff research time. The Sheriff also manages sex offender registration for Crockett County. All registered sex offenders in Texas appear in the free Texas DPS Sex Offender Registry.

For inmates currently housed in state prison, use the free TDCJ Offender Search tool online. The Texas DPS name-based criminal history search at records.txdps.state.tx.us costs $3.00 and covers all Texas counties including Crockett.

Crockett County Court System

Crockett County courts run through the 112th District Court, which serves multiple counties in West Texas. The district court handles felony criminal cases, civil matters, and family law. County court cases, including misdemeanors and probate, are handled at the County Court level with records at the County Clerk. Justice of the Peace courts cover small claims and Class C matters locally.

The statewide re:SearchTX portal may have some docket data for the 112th District Court. Small rural counties like Crockett can have limited online coverage, so direct contact with the District Clerk is often the most reliable search method. Under Government Code Chapter 552, most court records are public. Exceptions include juvenile records, sealed filings, and records tied to active investigations.

Online Background Check Tools for Crockett County

Crockett County does not have its own public online records portal. In-person or mail requests are needed for county-level records. Several statewide tools provide remote access to Crockett County background check information.

The Texas DPS Criminal History Name Search covers all Texas counties including Crockett for $3.00. The re:SearchTX court portal may have district court dockets. The free Texas DPS Sex Offender Registry is searchable by name or location. State prison inmates are searchable in the free TDCJ Offender Search. The Texas DPS FACT Clearinghouse provides certified fingerprint-based criminal history reports for official use.

Note: Crockett County is one of the largest counties in Texas by area. Despite its size, it has a small population, so county offices operate with limited staff. Allow extra processing time for mail requests.

The Texas DPS Criminal History Name Search is the best remote option for Crockett County background check records and covers all Texas counties for $3.00.

This statewide search is the most practical starting point when traveling to Ozona for in-person records access is not possible.

Nearby Counties

These West Texas counties are near Crockett County. Each has its own court clerks and records offices.