Midland Civil Court Records
Midland civil court records are maintained by the Midland County District Clerk and the Midland County Clerk, both located in Midland. As the county seat, Midland is home to the courthouse where all district-level civil cases for the city and county are filed and managed. You can search Midland civil court records through the Midland County case search portal or the statewide re:SearchTX system. Both provide access to party names, case numbers, case status, and docket entries.
Midland Overview
Midland County Courthouse: Civil Records
Midland is the county seat of Midland County, and the Midland County courthouse is where all civil court records for the city are filed and kept. The Midland County District Clerk is at 500 N. Loraine St., Midland, TX 79701. Phone: (432) 688-4400. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. District courts serving Midland County include the 142nd, 238th, and 385th District Courts. These courts handle district-level civil cases, family law matters, and felony criminal cases for Midland and the surrounding area.
The Midland County Clerk, also at 500 N. Loraine St., phone (432) 688-4401, handles county court records, probate filings, real property records, and marriage licenses. Both offices share the same building in downtown Midland, which makes it easy to handle multiple record requests in one visit.
| Office | Midland County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 500 N. Loraine St., Midland, TX 79701 |
| Phone | (432) 688-4400 |
| County Clerk Phone | (432) 688-4401 |
| Website | co.midland.tx.us |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Search Midland Civil Court Records Online
Midland County provides a case search portal where you can search civil, criminal, and family court records. The main county website at co.midland.tx.us links to online court records and case search tools. You can search by party name or cause number to find Midland civil cases. The portal shows basic case information including party names, case status, and filing dates.
The statewide re:SearchTX system is also a reliable tool for searching Midland County civil court records. It covers district courts, county courts at law, and other courts in Midland County. For cases that moved to the Eleventh Court of Appeals in Eastland, which handles appeals from Midland County, re:SearchTX can also help you find appellate records.
The screenshot below shows the Midland County District Clerk's website, which is the starting point for in-person record access and links to the online case search for Midland civil court records.
The Midland County District Clerk at co.midland.tx.us maintains civil court records for the city of Midland and provides both in-person and online access options.
Civil Cases Filed in Midland Courts
Midland is at the heart of the Permian Basin oil and gas region, and civil court filings here reflect that. Oil and gas contract disputes, mineral rights litigation, royalty payment claims, and energy company lawsuits are among the most distinctive civil case types in Midland County. Midland County District Courts see a higher proportion of oil and gas civil litigation than most Texas counties. These cases can be complex and involve large sums of money.
Beyond energy-related cases, Midland civil courts handle the full range of civil disputes: personal injury, breach of contract, real estate transactions, business litigation, and family law cases. Divorce, custody, and child support cases for Midland residents go through the Midland County District Court and are part of the civil court record system. The federal court also has a presence in Midland. The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas includes a Midland Division that handles federal civil cases.
Cases below the district court threshold go to Midland County Courts at Law, which are handled by the County Clerk. Small claims under $20,000 go to Justice of the Peace courts. All of these are part of the Midland County court system and are accessible through the county's online records portal.
Get Copies of Midland Civil Court Documents
Copies of civil court documents are available at the Midland County District Clerk's office in person at 500 N. Loraine St. in downtown Midland. Bring the cause number or party names to help staff locate the file. Certified copies and non-certified copies are both available. Call (432) 688-4400 ahead of your visit to confirm current fees and availability.
For mail requests, write to the Midland County District Clerk, 500 N. Loraine St., Midland, TX 79701. Include the case number or party names, a description of the documents you need, and payment. Allow several business days for processing. Attorneys in Midland County civil cases must use eFileTexas for mandatory electronic filing. Self-represented parties may also use this portal to submit civil court documents electronically.
Midland Municipal Court
The Midland Municipal Court is at 406 S. Loraine Street, Midland, TX 79701, phone (432) 685-7300. It handles Class C misdemeanors, traffic tickets, and city ordinance violations only. Civil lawsuits are not heard at the municipal court level. Visit Midland Municipal Court for traffic citation and payment information. For civil court record matters, contact the Midland County District Clerk at the main courthouse.
Legal Aid and Resources in Midland
Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas covers the Midland area and provides free civil legal services to income-eligible residents. They handle housing, family law, consumer protection, and other civil matters. Apply online or call their intake line. The State Bar of Texas lawyer referral service can connect you with a private civil attorney in Midland County who handles oil and gas law, family law, personal injury, or other civil matters.
For self-help guides and official Texas court forms, visit TexasLawHelp.org. The site has resources for people handling civil cases without an attorney. Federal civil cases in Midland go to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas, Midland Division. Search federal court records through PACER.
Midland County Civil Court Records
Midland is the county seat of Midland County, and all district-level civil cases for the city go through the Midland County court system. For full details on the county courthouse, online search tools, and record access options, visit the Midland County civil records page.