Find Family Court Records in Childress County
Childress County family court records are held by the District Clerk in Childress, the county seat and largest city in the county. These records include divorce cases, child custody orders, child support matters, paternity proceedings, and protective orders from the county's district courts. To search Childress County family court records, use the re:SearchTX statewide portal for e-filed cases since 2018, visit the courthouse in Childress in person, or contact the District Clerk to submit a written request. Childress County is in the Texas Rolling Plains, and the clerk's office in Childress handles all family law filings for county residents.
Childress County Overview
Childress County District Clerk
The District Clerk in Childress is the official record keeper for all family court cases filed in the county. The office handles new case filings for divorce, custody, support, and protective orders. It also maintains civil and criminal case dockets for the district court. Childress County is a small rural county in the Texas Rolling Plains, and the courthouse in Childress serves as the center of county government.
Childress County is part of the 110th Judicial District. The district judge handles family law matters for the county. If you have a pending case in Childress County, the District Clerk can provide docket information and assist with records requests. Call ahead to confirm office hours before making a trip to the courthouse.
| Office | Childress County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 Avenue E NW, Childress, TX 79201 |
| Phone | (940) 937-6143 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | co.childress.tx.us |
The Childress County Clerk handles marriage licenses, deed records, and probate separate from the District Clerk. For family law filings from district court, contact the District Clerk. Both offices operate out of the Childress County Courthouse. If you need both court records and a marriage certificate for a family law matter, you may need to contact both offices.
Searching Childress County Family Court Records
The re:SearchTX portal covers Childress County cases filed through the state e-filing system since 2018. Enter a party name or cause number and filter by Childress County. Results show party information, case status, and docket entries for free. The tool is available 24 hours a day with no sign-in required.
For older cases or when you need actual document copies, contact the District Clerk at (940) 937-6143. In-person searches are available during regular business hours. Bring the full legal name and approximate year of filing. Mail requests should include the case name, what documents you want, and payment for the applicable fees.
re:SearchTX provides free online access to Childress County family court cases filed through the state's electronic filing system since 2018.
Family Court Records in Childress County
The Childress County District Court handles divorce, conservatorship, support, paternity, and protective order cases. Divorce files include the petition, temporary orders, the final decree, and modifications. Cases with children include custody orders and a possession schedule. Suits affecting the parent-child relationship are filed for custody and support matters outside of divorce. Paternity actions also proceed through the district court.
Texas maintains a statewide protective order registry under Monica's Law that allows name-based searches for active orders. Some portions of protective order files may be restricted to protect the safety of those involved. Sealed case types such as adoptions and juvenile records are not accessible through the public index.
Note: Adoption and juvenile court records in Childress County are sealed under Texas law and are not available to the public.
How to File in Childress County
Filing for divorce in Childress County requires that at least one spouse has lived in Texas for six months and in Childress County for 90 days under Texas Family Code section 6.301. Attorneys file through eFileTexas.gov. Self-represented parties can file electronically or bring paper documents to the clerk's office. The 60-day waiting period from Family Code section 6.702 applies from the filing date. The Texas Law Library forms guide helps self-represented parties navigate the filing process.
Fees and Access
Childress County family court records are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. Standard copy fees are $1.00 per page. Certified copies carry an additional fee. Call (940) 937-6143 for current amounts. Pay by cash, check, or money order at the courthouse or by mail. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope with mail requests.
The Texas DSHS handles certified vital records, including marriage and death certificates, that may be needed as supporting documents in Childress County family court cases.
Legal Resources for Childress County
TexasLawHelp.org provides free guides and connects residents with legal aid organizations serving rural Texas. The Texas Judicial Branch self-help center and the Texas State Law Library are both free resources for people handling cases without a lawyer in Childress County.
Cities in Childress County
Childress is the county seat and only incorporated city in Childress County. All family law cases from Childress County are filed and heard at the District Court in Childress.
Nearby Counties
Childress County borders several Rolling Plains counties. Confirm your county of residence before filing a family court case.