Access Gray County Court Docket
Gray County court docket records are maintained by the District Clerk in Pampa, Texas. Located in the Texas Panhandle, Gray County processes civil, criminal, and family law cases through its district and county courts. This page explains how to search for Gray County court docket records, where to go for copies, and what state resources can help with your search. Contact information for the clerk's office and links to online search tools are included throughout.
Gray County Overview
Gray County District Clerk Office
The District Clerk in Gray County is the main keeper of district court docket records. This office handles all filings for civil suits, felony criminal cases, and family law matters that go through the district court in Pampa. The clerk records every action in a case, building a docket that tracks hearings, motions, orders, and final dispositions. Staff can help you search for cases, pull documents, and explain the copy fee schedule.
Pampa is the county seat and the location of the courthouse where all district court records are filed. The office keeps regular weekday hours. If you are driving from another part of the Panhandle, a quick phone call can confirm that the records you need are on hand before you make the trip.
| Office | Gray County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 205 N. Russell Street, Pampa, TX 79065 |
| Phone | (806) 669-8010 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
The Gray County Clerk handles county court records, which include misdemeanor criminal cases and probate filings. That office is in the same building. For most felony matters and larger civil cases, the District Clerk is your first stop.
Note: Gray County shares a judicial district with nearby counties, so the same district judge may hold court in Pampa on a rotating schedule.
How to Search Gray County Court Docket
The primary free online tool for searching Gray County court docket records is re:SearchTX. This statewide portal covers more than 150 Texas counties and allows searches by party name or case number. No registration is required. Results display the filing date, case type, parties, and current status.
Older records or cases not yet uploaded to re:SearchTX may only be available through the District Clerk's office in Pampa. Call or visit in person to have staff search internal systems. Mail requests are also accepted. Include the case name and number if available, along with a check or money order for estimated fees.
Name searches sometimes miss records due to spelling variations or data entry issues. If your first search comes up empty, try different spellings or abbreviations. Searching by case number is the most reliable method when you have it.
The Texas Judicial Branch website gives an overview of the statewide court system. The image below shows the homepage with links to court directories, rules, and resources for all Texas counties including Gray.
From this site you can access the Office of Court Administration, find court contact information, and reach the re:SearchTX portal.
What Gray County Docket Records Contain
A court docket is the official record of every action taken in a case. Gray County docket records cover felony criminal matters, civil lawsuits, family law cases such as divorce and child custody, and juvenile proceedings. Each entry includes the case number, parties, type of action, and the date.
Inside a docket file you will find the original petition or indictment, responses filed by opposing parties, motions and rulings, scheduled hearing dates, orders from the judge, and the final judgment or disposition. Criminal dockets show arraignments, pleas, bond settings, and sentencing. Family law dockets may contain temporary orders, property inventories, and final decree documents. The Texas Government Code requires courts to keep permanent records for felony and civil cases.
Attorneys filing in Gray County submit documents through the eFileTexas system. Below is the eFileTexas login page, the required electronic filing portal for Texas attorneys.
The public cannot file through eFileTexas, but the system helps explain why new filings appear on the docket quickly after submission.
Copies and Fees for Gray County Court Records
You can get copies of Gray County court docket records in person, by mail, or partially online. Visiting the District Clerk in Pampa is the fastest option. Bring your ID and a list of the records you want. Staff can pull files and make copies while you wait for most standard requests.
Mail requests should include a letter identifying the case by name and number, along with a check or money order for estimated fees. The office will contact you if the actual cost is different. Allow about a week for mail processing.
Standard Texas rates apply. Plain copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies are $5.00 plus $1.00 per page. Certified copies come with the court seal and are often needed for use in other courts or for official purposes.
Texas Public Records Law and Gray County
Court docket records in Gray County are public records under the Texas Public Information Act, found in Government Code Chapter 552. This law presumes that government records are open unless a specific exception applies. Written requests to the District Clerk must be answered within ten business days.
The Texas Attorney General's Open Government page explains how to make a public records request, provides sample letters, and outlines your rights when dealing with government offices. If a request is denied, the Attorney General can review whether the denial was justified.
The Texas Attorney General's Open Records page, shown below, explains the public's right to request documents from government offices like the Gray County District Clerk.
Sealed cases, juvenile records, and certain protected family law filings are not available to the public even under this law.
Gray County Court System
Gray County has one district court that hears felony criminal cases, civil cases above $200, family law matters, and juvenile cases. The constitutional county court handles misdemeanors, probate, and smaller civil disputes. Justice of the peace courts take care of Class C misdemeanors, evictions, and small claims under $20,000.
The Office of Court Administration publishes yearly reports with filing and disposition data for every Texas county, including Gray. These reports show the types and volume of cases moving through the courts each year. All attorneys must use eFileTexas for district court filings. Self-represented litigants may file in person at the courthouse in Pampa.
Legal Resources for Gray County
Free legal resources are available for anyone dealing with a court matter in Gray County. TexasLawHelp offers plain-language guides on family law, debt, housing, and other civil legal topics. The Texas State Law Library provides free access to Texas statutes, court rules, and research databases online.
Below is the Texas State Law Library homepage, a free resource for anyone looking up Texas statutes and court procedures relevant to Gray County cases.
Library staff can assist with finding forms and procedural rules, and many of the library's resources are accessible online from anywhere in Texas.
The State Bar of Texas runs a lawyer referral service. Legal aid organizations in the Texas Panhandle region provide free or reduced-cost civil legal help to people who meet income guidelines. Panhandle Legal Aid serves residents in Gray County and surrounding areas.
Nearby Texas Counties
Gray County is in the Texas Panhandle and borders several counties that maintain their own court docket systems. If a case involves parties across county lines, records may exist in more than one courthouse.