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Parker County, Texas State Court Records

Parker County court records document legal trials within the county’s local courts. These files provide official accounts of civil and criminal proceedings under the county’s trial system. They ensure judicial transparency and accountability while serving as precedents for future legal actions within the local court system.

In Parker County, the local trial court clerks maintain all official court records. These offices provide public access to judicial documents in compliance with theTexas Public Information Act andRule 12 of the Texas Rules of Judicial Administration.

Parker County court records interconnect with various public records. For instance, local criminal cases that reach federal appeal or the U.S. Supreme Court become part of federal case files. Additionally, Parker County arrests evolve into criminal records when they precede criminal trials, while vital records like birth and death certificates often play crucial roles in probate adjudications.

Are Parker County Court Records Public?

Yes, Parker County court records are public. Chapter 552 of the Texas Government Code grants public access to government records (including Parker County’s court records), while Texas Rules of Judicial Administration Rule 12 establishes the procedures for accessing court records. However, access to court records is not absolute. While court records are public records in Texas, there are legal limits to protect privacy rights and ensure judicial integrity. Consequently, Texas restricts public access to:

  • Juvenile records
  • Sealed or expunged records
  • Family law records contain sensitive information. For instance, adoption, child custody disputes, or child protection proceedings
  • Personal identifying information, such as Social Security Number and financial account details
  • Mental health commitment proceedings
  • Grand jury materials.

Under Texas law, interested parties can access basic details about Parker County’s civil and criminal trials, including:

  • Case identification details
  • Party and participant information
  • Court proceedings and docket information
  • Filed court documents
  • Court decisions and outcomes
  • Associated case information.

What Information is Available in Parker County Court Records?

The exact content of a Parker County court record may vary with the case type. Nonetheless, a typical Parker County court record may contain the following details:

Case Overview (the Docket)

  • Case style/caption
  • Case number
  • Court assignment
  • Filing date
  • Judge and attorneys information

Civil and family records

  • Petitions and complaints
  • Answers and counterclaims
  • Orders and judgments
  • Process service
  • Financial statements

Criminal records

  • Charging documents
  • Warrants and arrest records
  • Bail/bond information
  • Sentencing documents
  • Plea arrangement

Probate records

  • Will and codicils
  • Letters of testamentary
  • Guardianship records

Public property and vital records

  • Land records
  • Marriage licence
  • Birth and death certificates.

Parker County Court Records Search

Interested parties have several options for accessing Parker County court records. These documents are available online and through the clerk’s offices of the various local courts in Parker County. To access Parker County’s court records, opt for any of the following.

Online Access

The Parker County District Clerk’s OfficePublic Portal permits name and case number-based search for court records. Information seekers can access public-facing information on civil and criminal trials within the Parker County District Court. Users can look up information on civil, family, and felony criminal matters. Likewise, the Parker County Clerk’s Office provides online access to court records through its Judicial Records Search Portal.

In-person Access

For in-person access to Parker County court records, visit the clerk’s office at the relevant courthouse. For instance, individuals searching for Parker County’s court records through the Parker County District Clerk’s Office should visit the Parker County District Court at:

117 Fort Worth Highway, 2nd Floor,

Weatherford,

TX 76086.

To access Parker County Court at Law civil, misdemeanor criminal, probate (wills, estate administration, guardianships), or mental health proceedings case files, visit the Parker County Clerk’s Office at:

1112 Santa Fe Drive,

Weatherford,

TX 76086.

Phone Access

Individuals can access Parker County’s case details by phone. To make a phone inquiry about Parker County District Court records, call the Parker County District Clerk’s Office at the following numbers:

  • Civil/Family Records - (817) 598-6114
  • Felony Records - (817) 598-6194.

To access court records through the Parker County Clerk’s Office, call the Records & Deeds Division at (817) 594-7461. Alternatively, for County Court at Law records, call:

  • (817) 598-6138 - County Court at Law 1 Division (general court records)
  • (817) 598-6055 - County Court at Law 2 Division (criminal/civil).

Mail-in Re Request

To access Parker County’s court records through the mail, send a formal request to the Parker County District or County Clerk’s Office at the following addresses:

Parker County District Clerk

P.O. Box 2050

Weatherford,

TX 76086-2050

Parker County Clerk’s Office

1112 Santa Fe Drive,

Weatherford,

TX 76086.

Mail requests for Parker County court records must include:

In addition to the case details, a mail request for Parker County’s court records should include a self-addressed stamped envelope with sufficient postage and a check or money order to cover applicable fees (payable to the appropriate clerk’s office).

Fees for Court Records in Parker County

While viewing access to Parker County’s court records may be free, individuals are required to make payments for copies of these documents. To obtain certified copies of Parker County court records, the District Clerk’s Office charges $1.00 per page of document, an additional $5.00 certification fee, and $5.00 for records search if the requester does not provide the case number.

In Parker County, the County’s Clerk’s Office maintains vital records. The Clerk’s Office charges the following fees for copies of vital records:

  • Birth certificate - $23.00
  • Death certificate - $21.00 per copy and $4.00 for each additional copy ordered at the same time
  • Marriage certificate - $13.00
  • Online processing fee - $5.00.

Parker County Courthouse Locations

Parker County operates several court locations. The list below outlines the various county-trial courts in Parker County and the types of cases they handle:

Parker CountyDistrict Courts (43rd District Court and 415th District Court)

117 Fort Worth Highway,

Weatherford,

TX 76086,

Phone: (817) 598-6185

Case Jurisdiction:

  • Felony criminal cases
  • Family law matters (divorce, child custody, child support)
  • Juvenile cases
  • Major civil lawsuits involving larger monetary disputes

Parker County Court at Law 1

1112 Santa Fe Drive,

Weatherford,

TX 76086

Phone: (817) 598-6179

CaseJurisdiction

  • Misdemeanor criminal cases
  • Civil cases within statutory limits
  • Probate cases (wills, estates, guardianships)
  • Mental health proceedings

Parker County Court at Law 2

1 Courthouse Square,

Weatherford,

TX 76086

Phone: (817) 598-6195

Case Jurisdiction

  • Misdemeanor criminal cases
  • Civil disputes within county jurisdiction
  • Probate matters
  • Some family-related matters from the district court

Parker County Justice of the Peace Court

Case types: minor criminal offenses and smaller civil disputes

Precinct 1

1020 E. Highway 199,

Springtown,

TX 76082

Phone: (817) 220-5857

Precinct 2

207 Fort Worth Highway,

Weatherford,

TX 76086

Phone: (817) 598-0496

Precinct 3

1112 Fe Drive,

Weatherford,

TX 76086

Phone: (817) 598-6163

Precinct 4

16600 Old Weatherford Road,

Aledo,

TX 76008

Phone: (682) 229-2224

Case Jurisdiction

  • Traffic violations and other Class C misdemeanors
  • Small claims cases
  • Eviction (forcible detainer) cases
  • Minor civil disputes involving limited monetary amounts
  • Magistrate duties.

Criminal Records Access in Parker County

Access to Parker County’s criminal records depends on the type of documents or information. The county’s court clerk’s offices maintain and provide access to case files on criminal trials within their jurisdictions. However, state-wide access to criminal history reports is through the Texas Department of Public Safety’s (TxDPS) Crime Records Division (CRD). The CRD is the central repository for crime reports from and criminal case records from law enforcement agencies and courts across Texas. Eligible entities can access criminal history reports through the TxDPX Criminal History Conviction Name Search Portal. Authorized individuals can also request certified or comprehensive criminal history reports for employment screening or licensing purposes through the TxDPS Crime Records Division’s Secure Website.

To access local criminal case files in Parker County, log in to the Parker County District Clerk Office Public Portal or the county’s Clerk’s Office Judicial Records Portal. Alternatively, visit the local courthouses in person and request these records from their clerk’s office.

Parker County Probate Records

Parker County probate court records are the county’s official documents on the management of a person’s estate after their death or when they are incapable of handling their personal affairs. These records are generated by the Probate Division of the Parker County Court at Law during probate adjudications, and include documents on:

  • Will probate
  • Estate administration
  • Trust-related cases
  • Guardianship
  • Conservatorship.

Parker County probate records are public, and access to these documents is through the Parker County Clerk’s Office or its Judicial Records Portal. While Texas laws permit public access to estate records, there is restricted access to certain will and probate filings, particularly confidential details and documents exempted by law.

Although recent estate records may be accessible online through Parker County’s judicial case portals, individuals seeking certified copies of probate records or wills and probate filings should contact the Parker County Clerk’s Office. Interested parties can also search through the Texas Judicial Branch’s rest:SearchTx portal for Parker County probate records involving complex legal disputes or related matters reviewed by higher courts within the state’s judicial system.

Parker County Family Court Records

Parker County family court records are case files on family law proceedings within the Parker County District Court. Family court records encompass, but are not limited to, case files on:

  • Divorce cases, which may include property division, spousal support, and other related orders
  • Child custody and visitation disputes
  • Child support cases, including the establishment or modification of support orders
  • Adoption proceedings
  • Protective orders or other family-related legal filings.

In Parker County, the District Clerk’s Office maintains family court records and provides online access to basic details, such as case type, status, and scheduled hearings, through its Public Portal. Due to the nature of some family court cases, there are restrictions on public access to certain family court records. For instance, unauthorized entities cannot access:

  • Adoption records
  • Certain child custody or juvenile-related documents
  • Records sealed by a court order.

For full case files on Parker County’s family court proceedings or certified copies of records, visit or send a mail request to the Parker County District Clerk’s Office at:

117 Fort Worth Highway,

Weatherford,

TX 76086.

Requesters should note that access to adoption records or sealed case materials may require proof that they are an authorized party or have a court order granting access.

Federal Court Records in Parker County

The United States District Court for the Northern District of Texas handles federal cases originating from Parker County. These include, but are not limited to:

  • criminal prosecutions involving violations of federal law
  • Civil cases involving:
  • Violations of federal statutes
  • Civil rights lawsuits under federal law
  • Employment discrimination claims
  • Environmental regulation disputes
  • Lawsuits against federal agencies
  • Diversity jurisdiction cases (civil disputes between parties from different states when the amount in controversy exceeds a certain threshold set by law)
  • Constitutional cases
  • Bankruptcy cases.

Online public access to U.S. federal case records is through PACER (Public Access to Electronic Court Records). PACER provides paid access to federal case summaries and status information, docket sheets showing all filings and events in the case, scheduled hearings, and information on the judge assigned to cases. Interested parties can also contact the Clerk’s Office of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas at:

Earle Cabell Federal Building and United States Courthouse

1100 Commerce Street,

Dallas,

TX 75242-1699.