Fisher County Court Docket
Fisher County court docket records are kept at the District Clerk's office in Roby, Texas. This West Texas county processes civil, criminal, and family cases through the 32nd Judicial District Court. Whether you are checking on an active case, looking up old filings, or tracking hearing dates, this page explains how to search for and access Fisher County court docket records. The offices, online tools, fees, and methods listed here cover every way to find what you need.
Fisher County Overview
Fisher County District Clerk Office
The District Clerk in Fisher County manages all district court docket records. This office handles filings for the 32nd Judicial District Court, which covers Fisher, Mitchell, Nolan, and Scurry counties. Civil cases, felony criminal prosecutions, family law matters, and juvenile proceedings all pass through this clerk. Each case has a docket that records every filing, motion, hearing, order, and judgment.
Roby is a small county seat. The courthouse there stores all district court records for Fisher County. Staff are available to help locate case files and make copies. Because Fisher County has a smaller population, case volumes are lower than in metropolitan areas, but the same statewide rules and fee schedules apply. Plain copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies are $5.00 plus $1.00 per page.
| Office | Fisher County District/County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 112 N. Concho Avenue, Roby, TX 79543 |
| Phone | (325) 776-2401 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
In Fisher County, the District Clerk and County Clerk functions may be combined. The county court side handles misdemeanors, probate, and smaller civil matters. Contact the office to verify which records fall under each role.
The Texas Judicial Branch website helps explain where Fisher County's courts fit within the state court system. The image below shows the main homepage.
This site links to the court directory, procedural rules, and the re:SearchTX portal for Fisher County case lookups.
How to Search Fisher County Court Docket
The best free option for searching Fisher County court docket records online is re:SearchTX at txcourts.gov/researchtx. Run by the Office of Court Administration, this statewide portal includes records from more than 150 counties. Search by party name or case number. Basic results show filing dates, case types, and current status. No account is required.
Fisher County has limited online resources of its own, so re:SearchTX is often the only remote search option. Not every document shows up in the portal. Full docket sheets and motions usually require a direct request to the clerk. Try alternate name spellings if your search comes up empty. Case number searches are more precise.
For records not yet online or older historical files, contact the clerk by phone or in person. Internal systems hold data that the public portal does not cover. Mail requests are also accepted.
Note: Fisher County's smaller size means fewer records are digitized, so an in-person visit or phone call may be the fastest way to find older case information.
What Fisher County Docket Records Include
A court docket logs every action in a case. Fisher County court docket records cover felony criminal matters, civil disputes over $200, family law cases, and juvenile proceedings. Each entry shows the case number, parties, the type of action, and the date it took place.
Typical contents include the original petition or indictment, answers and responses, motions and rulings, hearing and trial dates, orders from the judge, and the final judgment. Criminal dockets list arraignments, pleas, bond settings, and sentencing data. Family law dockets include temporary orders, property appraisals, and divorce decrees. The Texas Government Code calls for permanent retention of most felony and civil case files. Juvenile cases and sealed proceedings are not available to the public.
Getting Fisher County Court Records
Three methods work for accessing Fisher County court docket records. An in-person visit to the courthouse in Roby is the most straightforward. You can look through case files, ask staff for help, and get copies while you wait. Bring a photo ID and a list of cases you need.
Attorneys filing in Fisher County must use the eFileTexas system. The image below shows the eFileTexas login page.
Self-represented litigants can file at the courthouse. The eFileTexas system is why many new entries show up on the docket shortly after attorneys submit their filings.
Mail requests are accepted too. Send a letter to the clerk with case details and a check or money order for fees. Allow extra time for processing. Standard Texas copy fees apply: $1.00 per page for plain copies and $5.00 plus $1.00 per page for certified copies with the court seal.
Public Records Access in Fisher County
Fisher County court docket records are public under Texas law. The Public Information Act, Government Code Chapter 552, presumes government records are open. Written requests go to the clerk, who has ten business days to respond. The Texas Attorney General's office supervises compliance.
If a records request is denied, the clerk must get an Attorney General ruling before withholding information. Sealed cases, juvenile records, and certain family law documents are common exceptions. The AG's website includes guidance documents and sample request letters.
The Attorney General's Open Records page outlines the public's rights when requesting documents from government offices, including the Fisher County clerk.
This resource is useful if you run into difficulty getting records that should be publicly accessible in Fisher County.
Fisher County Court Structure
Fisher County is part of the 32nd Judicial District. The district court has general jurisdiction over felony criminal cases, civil matters above $200, family law, and juvenile proceedings. A constitutional county court handles misdemeanors, probate, and smaller civil disputes. Justice of the peace courts take care of Class C misdemeanors and small claims.
The Texas court system operates under the Supreme Court for civil matters and the Court of Criminal Appeals for criminal cases. Annual case load reports from the Office of Court Administration cover every county including Fisher. Statutes and rules are available at capitol.texas.gov and through the Texas State Law Library.
Legal Resources for Fisher County
Free help is available for Fisher County residents navigating the court system. TexasLawHelp has guides on family law, housing, debt, and other civil topics. The Texas State Law Library provides free access to statutes and legal research tools.
The State Bar of Texas runs a referral service at texasbar.com. Legal aid organizations in the West Texas area may offer free help to qualifying residents. The Texas State Library and Archives Commission keeps historical records useful for older case research. For criminal background information beyond the court docket, the DPS Crime Records Service maintains a statewide database.
Nearby Texas Counties
Fisher County is in West Texas and borders several counties that keep their own court docket records through separate District Clerk offices.