Coke County Family Court Records
Coke County family court records are filed and maintained by the District Clerk in Robert Lee, the county seat. The records include divorce cases, child custody orders, child support matters, paternity actions, and protective orders from the county's district courts. Coke County is a small West Texas county on the Colorado River, and the District Clerk in Robert Lee handles all family law case files for the county. To search Coke County family court records, use the re:SearchTX portal for recent e-filed cases, visit the courthouse in Robert Lee during office hours, or contact the clerk to submit a written request.
Coke County Overview
Coke County District Clerk
The District Clerk in Robert Lee is the record keeper for all family court cases in Coke County. The office maintains filings for divorce, custody, support, and protective orders from the 51st Judicial District Court. Robert Lee is a small community in West Texas, and the courthouse serves as the seat of county government. Staff can help search by name or cause number and assist with records requests during business hours.
Coke County shares the 51st Judicial District with several other West Texas counties. The district judge travels between county seats on a schedule. Contact the District Clerk to find out when court sessions are scheduled in Coke County if you have a pending hearing. For records requests, the clerk's office can process them whether or not court is in session that day.
| Office | Coke County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | P.O. Box 150, Robert Lee, TX 76945 |
| Phone | (325) 453-2631 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | co.coke.tx.us |
The Coke County Clerk handles marriage licenses, deed records, and probate separate from the District Clerk. The San Angelo area, which is the nearest urban center to Coke County, has additional legal resources that may benefit county residents seeking help with family law cases.
Searching Coke County Family Court Records
The re:SearchTX portal is the best free online tool for searching Coke County family court records. It covers cases filed through the state e-filing system since 2018. Filter by Coke County and search by name or cause number. For older records, contact the District Clerk directly at (325) 453-2631. In-person visits are available during regular business hours, and mail requests are accepted with appropriate fees.
re:SearchTX provides free case lookup for Coke County family court records filed through the Texas state e-filing system.
Family Court Records in Coke County
The District Court in Robert Lee handles divorce, conservatorship, support, paternity, and protective order cases. Divorce files include the petition, temporary orders, the final decree, and any post-decree modifications. Cases with children include custody orders and a possession schedule as part of the final decree. Suits affecting the parent-child relationship are filed for custody and support matters outside of divorce. All of these case types are maintained by the Coke County District Clerk.
The Texas statewide protective order registry under Monica's Law allows public searches for active protective orders. Juvenile records and adoption files are sealed and not available through the public case index.
Note: Juvenile court records and adoption case files in Coke County are confidential and not accessible through the public index.
How to File in Coke County District Court
To file for divorce in Coke County, at least one spouse must have lived in Texas for six months and in Coke County for 90 days under Texas Family Code section 6.301. Attorneys file through eFileTexas.gov. Self-represented parties can file online or bring paper documents to the clerk in Robert Lee. The 60-day waiting period from Family Code section 6.702 starts the day the petition is filed. Self-help resources are available at guides.sll.texas.gov and TexasLawHelp.org.
Fees and Public Access
Coke 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 (325) 453-2631 to confirm current amounts. Pay by cash, check, or money order at the courthouse or by mail. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope with mail requests.
Official Texas court forms for family law cases in Coke County are available through the Texas Courts rules and forms page at txcourts.gov.
Cities in Coke County
Robert Lee is the county seat of Coke County. Bronte is another small community in the county. All family court cases from Coke County go through the District Court in Robert Lee. Neither community meets the threshold for a dedicated city page.
Nearby Counties
Coke County is in West Texas near San Angelo. Confirm which county you have lived in for 90 days before filing a family court case.