This page helps you find court records in Orange County, Texas and understand which local office handles the case type you need. It covers the main online search path, staff search requests, copy options, and the office contacts that can help you move forward.

For many County Clerk records, the starting point is the Orange County Clerk Online Records Search. District court, felony, and family law matters are handled through the Orange County District Clerk.

Orange County offers an online records entry point through the County Clerk for records available in that system. Start with the online records search page and choose the record set that matches your search.

  • Official Public Records are listed as available from 1985 to present.
  • Imaged Books Before 1985 are listed from 1852 to 1985.
  • Online search must be accessed from a computer.

Important: the online search is not designed for phones or tablets, and some browsers may require Adobe Acrobat to view images.

If a search page opens to a blank screen or returns an error, the county notes that a firewall or network setting may be blocking access. In that situation, try another computer connection or ask your IT department to allow the search links.

Search requests through the County Clerk

If you want the County Clerk to run a search for you, Orange County accepts mailed search requests with payment. The office does not conduct searches by phone or by email.

  • Civil cases: plaintiff and defendant names, plus the file date if known.
  • Misdemeanor criminal cases: defendant name, offense, and offense date.
  • Probate cases: deceased person’s name and date of death.

Orange County says the more details you include, the easier it is to process the request. You can review the county’s instructions on the search requests page.

District Clerk records

The Orange County District Clerk serves the county’s district courts and keeps records for civil, felony criminal, family, and delinquent tax matters in those courts. This is the office to contact for district court case records, family law files, and felony criminal case information.

The District Clerk lists support for the 128th, 163rd, and 260th District Courts, along with family law matters in the county courts at law. For district-level case records, start with the District Clerk page to identify the right division.

Copies and fees

Orange County provides copy and search fee details for County Clerk records.

Service Fee Notes
Search request $5.00 per name For searches conducted by the County Clerk
Copies $1.00 per page Applies to records other than birth and death certificates
Certified copies $5.00 extra Added per document, or per case for Civil, Probate, and Criminal cases

For mailed copy requests, the County Clerk requires both payment and a request before sending records. The office accepts checks, money orders, and credit cards for mailed requests. The county’s copy information page explains the basic copy process.

Where to contact for Orange County court records

Use the office below that matches the kind of court record you need.

  • Orange County Clerk Mailing address: 123 S 6th St, Orange, TX 77630
    Physical address: 801 W Division, Orange, TX 77630
    Phone: (409) 882-7055
    Vidor line: (409) 769-2400
    Fax: (409) 882-7012
    Email: countyclerk@co.orange.tx.us
  • Orange County District Clerk 801 Division Ave, Orange, TX 77630
    Phone: (409) 882-7825
    Jury Information: (409) 882-7028
    Email: districtclerk@co.orange.tx.us

Common questions

How do I start a court records search in Orange County, Texas?

For records handled through the County Clerk system, start with the Orange County Clerk online records search and choose the available record set. For district court, felony, or family law records, contact the Orange County District Clerk.

Can I use the Orange County online records search on my phone?

No. Orange County says the online search must be accessed from a computer and is not designed to work on phones or tablets.

What should I do if the online records search shows a blank page or error?

Orange County notes that a firewall or network setting may be blocking access to the search links. Try another connection or ask your IT department to allow access.

Can the County Clerk search records for me by phone or email?

No. The County Clerk says search requests are not handled by phone or email. Search requests must be mailed with payment.

What information helps with a mailed search request?

It depends on the case type. Orange County asks for names and filing details for civil cases, defendant and offense details for misdemeanor criminal cases, and the deceased person’s name and date of death for probate matters.

How much does Orange County charge for a records search or copies?

The County Clerk charges $5.00 per name for a staff search. Copies are $1.00 per page, and certified copies add $5.00 per document or per case, depending on the record.