Search Midland County Court Docket
Midland County court docket records are managed by the District Clerk's office in Midland, Texas, covering six district courts that process civil, criminal, family, and juvenile cases. Whether you need to check the status of an active case or pull records from a past filing, this page explains how to search for Midland County court docket records online and in person. You will find contact details for the clerk offices, fee information, and links to the search tools that cover this West Texas county. About 15,000 new cases move through the Midland County courts each year.
Midland County Overview
Midland County District Clerk Office
The District Clerk is the primary keeper of court docket records in Midland County. This office handles filings for six district courts, recording every step of each case from the initial petition through final disposition. That includes hearings, motions, orders, bond settings, and judgments. The office sits at 200 W. Wall Street in downtown Midland. Staff can help you find case files, pull specific documents, and explain the fee schedule. If you plan to visit, calling ahead is a good idea for complex requests or records that may be stored off-site.
| Office | Midland County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 200 W. Wall Street, Suite 200, Midland, TX 79701 |
| Phone | (432) 688-4510 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | co.midland.tx.us |
The Midland County Clerk covers a different set of cases. That office manages county courts at law, probate matters, and misdemeanor filings at the county level. You can reach the County Clerk at (432) 688-4401. Their office is at 500 N. Loraine Street, Suite 101, in Midland. For most felony criminal and civil cases, start with the District Clerk. County-level misdemeanors and probate go through the County Clerk.
The Midland County District Clerk's website provides information about court filings, case searches, and office procedures. The image below shows the Midland County District Clerk page.
This page links to forms, contact details, and information about how to request Midland County court docket records directly from the clerk's office.
How to Search Midland County Court Docket
The fastest free way to search Midland County court docket records is through re:SearchTX, the statewide portal run by the Texas Office of Court Administration. It covers more than 150 counties and lets you search by party name or case number. Results show basic case information including filing date, case type, parties, and status. No account or fee is needed to run a search.
Not everything shows up online. Detailed docket sheets, filed motions, and exhibits usually require a direct request to the District Clerk. If you search by name, try different spellings. Data entry inconsistencies happen in every county. Using a case number gives you more exact results when you have one available.
For cases not yet in re:SearchTX or for older Midland County records, contact the District Clerk at (432) 688-4510. Staff can run searches on internal systems that the public cannot access. You can also send a written mail request, though processing takes longer that way.
Note: re:SearchTX results show basic case data, but full document copies from Midland County may need to be requested through the clerk's office.
What Midland County Docket Records Include
A court docket is the official record of every action taken in a case. In Midland County, docket records cover felony criminal matters, civil disputes over $200, family law cases such as divorce and child custody, and juvenile proceedings. Each entry in the docket identifies the case number, the parties, what action was taken, and the date.
A typical Midland County docket includes the original petition or indictment, responses from the opposing party, all motions and their rulings, hearing and trial dates, orders entered by the judge, and the final judgment or disposition. Family law dockets often contain temporary orders, property inventories, and divorce decrees. Criminal dockets include arraignment records, plea entries, bond amounts, and sentencing details. Under the Texas Government Code, courts must record and keep these documents. Permanent retention is standard for felony and civil case files.
Sealed cases, juvenile records, and certain family law documents may not be available to the public. Call the clerk if you are unsure about a specific record.
Court Docket Fees in Midland County
Copy fees follow the state schedule. Plain copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 plus $1.00 per page. Certified copies carry a court seal and are often required for use in other legal proceedings. Marriage licenses in Midland County cost $81.00, or $11.00 with a completed premarital course.
The County Clerk charges the same rates for document copies. Birth certificates cost $23.00 and death certificates cost $21.00. Call ahead to confirm payment methods. For mail-in requests, include a check or money order with your written request.
Attorneys in Midland County file new cases through the eFileTexas system. The image below shows the eFileTexas login page, the mandatory electronic filing portal for Texas attorneys.
Public users cannot file through eFileTexas, but the system is why many recent Midland County docket entries appear quickly after submission.
Visiting the Midland County Courthouse
Going to the District Clerk's office at 200 W. Wall Street in Midland gives you hands-on access to case files and staff who can assist with your search. Bring a photo ID and a written list of the cases or records you need. Staff can make copies while you wait for small requests. Larger orders may take more time to process.
Mail requests are also accepted. Send a written request identifying the case by name and case number if possible. Include payment for estimated copy fees. Response times depend on staff workload, so allow extra time. If the exact cost is unknown, staff may reach out before completing your order.
Public Records Law and Midland County Court Docket
Midland County court docket records are public under the Texas Public Information Act, found in Government Code Chapter 552. This law says government records are open to the public unless a specific exception applies. The Office of Court Administration publishes guidance on court records access, and the Texas Attorney General's office oversees compliance with open records laws statewide.
The image below shows the Texas Attorney General's Open Records page, which explains your rights when requesting documents like court filings and docket sheets from Midland County.
Understanding your rights under this act can help if you face any difficulty getting Midland County records that should be publicly available.
Formal requests go in writing to the District Clerk. The office has ten business days to respond. Sealed cases, juvenile records, and certain protected documents may be withheld even under this law.
Legal Resources in Midland County
Free help is available if you need to understand a court docket or navigate the Midland County court system. TexasLawHelp provides guides on family law, debt, housing, and other civil topics in plain language. The Texas State Law Library offers free access to statutes, court rules, and research databases that are useful for anyone representing themselves in court.
The Texas State Law Library, shown below, provides free legal research tools and statute access for Midland County residents dealing with court cases.
Library staff can help you find the right rules and statutes for your case type.
The State Bar of Texas runs a lawyer referral service. It connects you with attorneys who practice in the Permian Basin region, including Midland County. West Texas Legal Services also offers free civil legal help to qualifying residents in the area.
Nearby Texas Counties
Midland County sits in the Permian Basin region of West Texas. Each neighboring county maintains its own court docket records through their District Clerk offices.