Search Civil Records in Round Rock
Civil court records for Round Rock are filed and maintained at the Williamson County District Court in Georgetown. If you need to find a civil case, look up a judgment, or get copies of court documents tied to Round Rock, the District Clerk's office is where you start. The court handles lawsuits, family law cases, and other civil matters for all of Williamson County. You can search records online through re:SearchTX or by going to the courthouse in person. This page explains both options and points you to the offices and tools you need.
Round Rock Overview
Round Rock Civil Court Filings
Round Rock is in Williamson County. All civil court cases for the city go to the Williamson County District Court and the County Courts at Law in Georgetown. The District Clerk there keeps records for all district-level civil cases, including lawsuits over $200, family law matters, and felony criminal records. If you are looking for civil court records tied to Round Rock, this is your primary stop.
Williamson County has grown a great deal over the past two decades. Round Rock sits in the southern part of the county, just north of Austin. The court system has expanded to keep pace with growth, and today several district courts handle civil, family, and criminal matters for the whole county. Cases are assigned based on type and filing order.
| Office | Williamson County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 405 MLK Blvd, Georgetown, TX 78626 |
| Phone | (512) 943-1212 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | wilco.org |
The county clerk also holds records. County court civil cases, probate matters, and misdemeanor records are handled by the Williamson County Clerk at (512) 943-1515. Both offices are located on MLK Boulevard in Georgetown. Drive time from Round Rock is about 15 minutes.
Search Round Rock Civil Court Records
The statewide portal re:SearchTX gives you online access to civil court records for Round Rock and all of Williamson County. You can search by party name, case number, attorney name, or date range. Results show party names, filing dates, case status, and docket entries. The system is free to use for basic searches but requires registration to view documents.
The Round Rock Municipal Court at roundrocktexas.gov handles Class C misdemeanors and traffic citations only. That court does not handle civil lawsuits, contract disputes, or family law. If you are looking for a civil case, go to the Williamson County records, not the municipal court.
The Round Rock Municipal Court handles city-level citations but not civil lawsuits. For civil court records, search through Williamson County or re:SearchTX.
To use re:SearchTX for Round Rock civil records, go to research.txcourts.gov and filter by Williamson County. You can narrow results by case type, filing date, and court. Civil cases cover disputes over money, property, contracts, and family matters. Data refreshes nightly, so very recent filings may not show right away.
Note: Williamson County also has its own case lookup tools through the county website at wilco.org. Check there for the most direct access to local case information.
Civil Cases in Round Rock
Round Rock civil court records cover a wide range of case types. Most civil cases in the area are filed at the district court level. The district courts handle the bulk of civil litigation for Williamson County, including cases over $200 as well as family law.
Common civil case types include:
- Contract and debt collection disputes
- Personal injury and property damage
- Family law including divorce, custody, and support
- Probate and estate matters (county court)
- Small claims and justice of the peace cases (under $20,000)
- Landlord-tenant disputes in justice courts
Each of these case types creates records that are accessible to the public unless sealed by court order. When you search for civil records in Round Rock, you may find court filings, judgments, motions, and orders. Sensitive information like social security numbers and financial account details is redacted from public access under Texas rules.
Get Copies of Round Rock Civil Records
To get a copy of a civil court record, you can go in person to the Williamson County District Clerk or County Clerk in Georgetown. Staff can look up cases by name or case number and make copies on request. Certified copies cost more than plain copies. Call (512) 943-1212 ahead of time to ask about current fees and what you need to bring.
You can also request records by mail. Send a written request with the party name, case number if known, and a check or money order for the estimated copy cost. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope for the response. Allow several business days for processing. The clerk's office mailing address is 405 MLK Blvd, Georgetown, TX 78626.
Electronic filing and document access are also possible through eFileTexas for attorneys and parties with accounts. Public access through re:SearchTX shows case index info and some documents without charge for basic searches.
Legal Help in Round Rock
If you need legal help with a civil matter in Round Rock, several resources are available. The Texas State Bar runs a lawyer referral service you can reach at (800) 252-9690. They can connect you with a licensed attorney who handles civil cases in the Williamson County area.
TexasLawHelp.org offers free self-help guides for civil legal problems. The site has step-by-step instructions, forms, and plain-language explanations of Texas civil law. It covers topics like debt, housing, family law, and small claims. This is a good first stop if you are not sure what type of legal help you need.
Legal Aid of Central Texas serves the Greater Austin area including Williamson County. They help people with low incomes with civil legal matters. Their main number is (512) 374-2700. Income guidelines apply. Free legal clinics are also held periodically in the Round Rock area through the Williamson County Bar Association.
Note: The Williamson County Law Library may have legal resources and self-help materials for people handling their own cases.
Federal Court for Round Rock
Round Rock is in the Western District of Texas. Federal civil cases for the area are filed at the Austin Division of the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas. That court handles federal question cases, diversity cases, and claims against federal agencies. The courthouse is in Austin at 501 W. 5th St.
To search federal civil records for Round Rock cases, use PACER, the federal court records system. You need a free account to search. Federal cases include things like bankruptcy, civil rights, and interstate disputes over large amounts.
Williamson County Civil Court Records
Round Rock is in Williamson County, and the county District Court handles all civil filings for the city. For full details on the county court system, offices, fees, and search tools, visit the Williamson County civil court records page.
Nearby Cities
Other qualifying cities near Round Rock with their own civil court records pages:
- Austin - Travis County
- Waco - McLennan County
- College Station - Brazos County