Armstrong County Civil Court Records
Armstrong County civil court records are held in a combined County and District Clerk office in Claude, Texas. Because Armstrong County has a population under 8,000, the Texas Constitution allows a single clerk to serve both roles. Tawnee Blodgett handles all civil filings for both county and district courts. You can reach her office by phone or email, visit in person Monday through Thursday, or file civil cases electronically through eFileTexas. The office also maintains real property records, probate files, and vital statistics going back many decades.
Armstrong County Overview
Armstrong County Clerk and District Clerk
Tawnee Blodgett serves as both County Clerk and District Clerk for Armstrong County. The office is at 100 Trice Street, P.O. Box 309, Claude, Texas 79019. Call (806) 553-2861 or fax (806) 553-5981. Email is tawnee.blodgett@co.armstrong.tx.us. The website is at co.armstrong.tx.us. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and the office is closed on Fridays. Note that the office stays open during lunch on weekdays.
Because Armstrong County combines both clerk functions into one office, all civil court records regardless of case type or amount go through Tawnee Blodgett's office. County court civil records (under $200,000), district court civil records (over $200,000), family law cases, felony criminal cases, probate and guardianship proceedings, real property records, marriage licenses, and Commissioners Court records are all maintained here. Birth and death certificates are also on file.
Armstrong County is among the smallest counties in the Texas Panhandle by population, but the office maintains a full range of public records. The district court serving Armstrong County sits alongside Potter and Randall Counties as part of a council of judges arrangement. Local administrative rules for the district courts were updated in 2023.
| County/District Clerk | Tawnee Blodgett |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 Trice Street, P.O. Box 309, Claude, TX 79019 |
| Phone | (806) 553-2861 |
| Fax | (806) 553-5981 |
| tawnee.blodgett@co.armstrong.tx.us | |
| Hours | Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Closed Fridays) |
| Website | co.armstrong.tx.us |
The Armstrong County Clerk's website provides contact details, e-filing instructions, and information about accessing civil court records from this Texas Panhandle county.
Armstrong County's combined clerk office in Claude handles all county and district civil court records, making it the single point of contact for any civil case filed in Armstrong County.
E-Filing Civil Cases in Armstrong County
Armstrong County is live on eFileTexas for both civil and criminal cases. Mandatory e-filing for civil cases began July 1, 2016. Mandatory e-filing for criminal cases began January 1, 2020. All new civil filings must go through the eFileTexas portal. The office is open during lunch Monday through Thursday, so you can call (806) 553-2861 for e-filing assistance any time the office is open.
When using e-filing for Armstrong County, each document in the same case must be submitted as a lead document. Orders should be submitted in a separate envelope for forwarding to the judge. The office recommends calling during business hours if you have questions about how to submit a specific document. The statewide re:SearchTX portal covers Armstrong County and provides access to district court case indexes.
Recording and Copy Fees
Recording fees in Armstrong County are $25.00 for the first page and $4.00 for each additional page per document. This applies to deeds, liens, and other property instruments recorded in the official public records. If you mail documents for recording, send a self-addressed envelope and leave two inches on the last page for file stamps. Allow three to five business days for recording.
Standard copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies require a $5.00 clerk certification fee in addition to the per-page copy charge. These fees apply to civil court records, property records, and other official documents maintained by the office. All fees are set by Texas state statute and cannot be waived or refunded by the clerk.
If you cannot afford civil court costs, you may file a Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145. The court decides whether you qualify. Forms are available at txcourts.gov.
Legal Help for Armstrong County Residents
People in Armstrong County who need help with civil cases can use the TexasLawHelp website for free legal guides and court forms. The site covers common civil matters that come up in Panhandle counties: family law, property disputes, debt cases, and more.
The State Bar of Texas runs a lawyer referral line at (800) 252-9690. Attorneys in the Panhandle area who handle civil cases in Armstrong County can be found through this service. Amarillo-based law firms often serve clients from smaller surrounding counties like Armstrong. Court forms are available at txcourts.gov.
Cities in Armstrong County
Claude is the county seat and primary community in Armstrong County. All civil cases in the county go through the combined clerk office at 100 Trice Street in Claude. No qualifying cities in Armstrong County have individual pages on this site.
Nearby Counties
Armstrong County is in the Texas Panhandle. Neighboring counties include larger urban centers in the Amarillo area that have more extensive court systems.