Grayson County Court Docket Lookup
Grayson County court docket records are managed through the District Clerk's office in Sherman, Texas. Five district courts process civil, criminal, family, and juvenile cases for this North Texas county near the Oklahoma border. If you need to search for a case, get copies of court documents, or check the status of a filing, this page covers the tools and offices you will need. Grayson County handles about 10,000 new cases each year, and knowing where to start your search can save you real time and effort.
Grayson County Overview
Grayson County District Clerk Office
The District Clerk is the official custodian of court docket records in Grayson County. This office handles all filings for the five district courts, recording every petition, motion, hearing, order, and judgment in each case. The docket is the running record of a case from beginning to end. The office sits at 100 W. Houston Street in Sherman. Staff can help locate files, make copies, and explain the process for getting the records you need.
| Office | Grayson County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 W. Houston Street, Sherman, TX 75090 |
| Phone | (903) 813-4345 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | co.grayson.tx.us |
The Grayson County Clerk covers county courts at law, probate, and misdemeanor cases at the county level. Their office is also at 100 W. Houston Street, and the phone number is (903) 813-4236. Felony criminal cases and civil disputes above $200 go through the District Clerk. County-level misdemeanors and probate are the County Clerk's area. Both offices are in the same courthouse building in downtown Sherman.
The Texas Judicial Branch website links to court directories, rules, and resources for every county including Grayson. The image below shows the homepage.
From this page you can find the Office of Court Administration, local court contact info, and the re:SearchTX portal for Grayson County case lookups.
Searching Grayson County Court Docket Records
Use re:SearchTX for free online searches of Grayson County court docket records. This portal from the Texas Office of Court Administration covers more than 150 counties. Search by name or case number. Results show the filing date, case type, parties listed, and current status. No account or payment is needed.
Online results are a good starting point but do not include all documents. Full docket sheets, motions, and exhibits often require a direct request to the District Clerk's office. If you search by name, try different spellings and variations. Data entry issues are common in every county. Case number searches give the most precise results.
For cases not in re:SearchTX or for older historical records, call the District Clerk at (903) 813-4345. Staff can search internal systems the public does not have access to. Mail requests are also accepted but take longer to process.
Note: Grayson County's location near the Red River means some cases may involve parties in both Texas and Oklahoma, so check both state systems if needed.
Contents of Grayson County Docket Records
A court docket is the official record of every action in a case. Grayson County docket records cover felony criminal matters, civil disputes over $200, family law cases including divorce and child custody, and juvenile proceedings. Each entry identifies the case number, the parties, what happened, and when.
Inside a typical Grayson County docket you will see the original petition or indictment, responses and answers from the opposing party, motions and their rulings, hearing and trial dates, orders entered by the judge, and the final disposition. Family law dockets contain temporary orders, property inventories, and divorce decrees. Criminal dockets include arraignment records, plea entries, bond settings, and sentencing details. Under the Texas Government Code, courts must keep these records, with permanent retention standard for felony and civil files.
Juvenile cases and sealed proceedings are off limits to the public. Call the clerk to confirm whether a record you need is available before you make the trip.
Court Docket Fees in Grayson County
Grayson County uses the standard Texas fee schedule. Plain copies are $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 plus $1.00 per page. Certified copies carry the court seal and are needed for use in legal proceedings elsewhere. Marriage licenses cost $81.00, or $11.00 with a premarital course.
The County Clerk charges the same rates. Birth certificates are $23.00 and death certificates are $21.00. For mail requests, include a check or money order with your written request. Staff may contact you if the total cost is unclear before they process the order.
Attorneys in Grayson County must file electronically through eFileTexas. The image below shows the eFileTexas login page.
Public users cannot file through this portal, but it is why recent Grayson County filings often appear in the docket soon after submission.
Public Records Access in Grayson County
Grayson County court docket records are public under the Texas Public Information Act, found in Government Code Chapter 552. Government records are presumed open unless a specific legal exception applies. Formal requests go in writing to the District Clerk, and the office has ten business days to respond.
The Attorney General's Open Records page, shown below, explains your rights when requesting court documents from Grayson County.
The AG's office oversees compliance statewide and publishes guidance for both requesters and government offices.
Sealed cases, juvenile records, and some protected family law documents may be withheld. The Office of Court Administration also publishes guidance on court records policies and statistical reports covering all Texas counties.
Legal Resources in Grayson County
TexasLawHelp offers free guides on family law, housing, debt, and other civil legal topics for Grayson County residents. The Texas State Law Library gives free access to statutes, court rules, and research databases that self-represented litigants find helpful.
The Texas State Law Library, shown below, is a free resource for finding statutes and court rules relevant to Grayson County cases.
Library staff can assist you in finding the right procedural rules and legal materials for your situation.
The State Bar of Texas runs a lawyer referral service for the North Texas region. Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas provides free civil legal help to income-qualifying residents in the Sherman area and throughout Grayson County.
Nearby Texas Counties
Grayson County sits along the Texas-Oklahoma border in North Texas. Neighboring counties each maintain their own court docket records through separate District Clerk offices.