Find Civil Court Records in Fannin County
Fannin County civil court records are filed and kept at the clerk offices in Bonham, the county seat. You can search civil cases online through the Fannin County case records search system or visit the courthouse in person. The District Clerk handles district court civil cases, while the County Clerk manages county court matters, real property records, and probate filings. Whether you need to find a civil judgment, check a lien, or pull a full court file, this page covers how to access Fannin County civil court records and what to expect from the process.
Fannin County Overview
Fannin County Clerk Office
The Fannin County Clerk is Tammy Biggar. Her office handles county court civil records, probate matters, deed and land records, and official county filings. You can reach the office at two locations: 800 E. 2nd St. or 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr., Bonham, TX 75418. The main phone numbers are (903) 583-7488 and (903) 583-7486. The fax is (903) 583-9598.
The County Clerk office in Bonham maintains records going back many years. Land and deed records are especially useful for title searches and property research. The office is open during normal business hours on weekdays. Call ahead to confirm hours before you visit, especially around holidays.
For district court civil cases in Fannin County, you contact the District Clerk. That office handles higher-value civil suits, family law matters, and felony criminal records. The District Clerk is also located at the Fannin County Courthouse in Bonham. Both offices are in the same building, which makes it easy to check both if you are not sure which court handled a case.
| County Clerk | Tammy Biggar |
|---|---|
| Address 1 | 800 E. 2nd St., Bonham, TX 75418 |
| Address 2 | 101 E. Sam Rayburn Dr., Bonham, TX 75418 |
| Phone | (903) 583-7488 / (903) 583-7486 |
| Fax | (903) 583-9598 |
| County Seat | Bonham, TX |
Searching Fannin County Civil Court Records Online
Fannin County has an online case records search system. You can use it to look up civil court cases by party name or case number without visiting the courthouse. The system covers both county court and district court cases. This is a good starting point if you want to see if a case exists before making the trip to Bonham.
You can also search through the statewide re:SearchTX portal, which covers district court cases across Texas. This tool is free and does not require an account. Search by name and you will get a list of cases with docket entries and basic case status. It covers Fannin County district court civil filings.
For in-person searches, go to the courthouse in Bonham. Staff can search both the county and district court systems. Bring the full name of at least one party or the case number if you have it. The clerk can print case details or pull the physical file for review. Certified copies are available for a fee.
Note: The Fannin County online search may not include all older cases. For historical civil records, an in-person visit or written request may be needed.
Fannin County Civil Records Available
The two clerk offices in Fannin County maintain different types of civil court records. Knowing which office has what you need saves time. District court handles the big civil cases. County court covers smaller disputes and other matters.
Civil court records you can find in Fannin County include:
- District court civil case filings and judgments
- Family law records including divorce, child custody, and support orders
- Probate and estate records at the County Clerk
- Deed and land records going back to the county's founding
- County court civil cases and small claims matters
- Judgment abstracts and lien filings
- Marriage records and assumed name certificates
Most of these records are open to the public under Texas law. The Texas Public Information Act at Government Code Chapter 552 gives any person the right to ask for and receive public records. Court records in Fannin County are generally available unless sealed by court order.
Filing a Civil Case in Fannin County
New civil cases in Fannin County must be filed electronically through eFileTexas, the state's mandatory e-filing system. This system is used for district court and county court civil filings across Texas. You create an account, prepare your documents, and submit them online. The clerk reviews and accepts the filing. The system confirms receipt and assigns a case number.
Filing fees in Fannin County follow the fee schedule set by state law and the local court. Under Texas Government Code Chapter 51, district court civil filing fees include a base fee plus various statutory add-ons for court facilities, security, and other purposes. Total fees vary by case type. The clerk's office in Bonham can give you the current fee schedule.
If you cannot pay the filing fee, you can ask for a fee waiver by filing a Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs. Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145 governs this process. The court reviews your financial information and decides if you qualify. Forms are available at the courthouse and on the Texas courts website.
Legal Resources for Fannin County
Several resources can help if you need legal assistance in Fannin County. The State Bar of Texas offers a lawyer referral service at (800) 252-9690. A local attorney who knows Fannin County courts can give you specific advice about your case. The Bar's Find a Lawyer tool at texasbar.com helps you search for attorneys by location and practice area.
For free legal guidance, TexasLawHelp.org has plain-language guides on civil court topics including how to file a case, respond to a lawsuit, and understand your rights. Lone Star Legal Aid serves North Texas including Fannin County and provides free civil legal services to people with low income. You can find more information at lonestarlegal.org.
The Texas Courts website at txcourts.gov has official court forms and information about rules and procedures. Self-represented litigants in Fannin County follow the same rules as attorneys, so reviewing these resources before filing or appearing is a good idea.
Online Civil Records Access
The re:SearchTX statewide case portal provides free online access to Fannin County district court civil records.
Through re:SearchTX you can search Fannin County civil cases by party name or cause number and view docket entries without visiting Bonham.
Cities in Fannin County
Fannin County is a rural North Texas county. Bonham is the county seat and largest city. No cities in Fannin County meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All civil court cases in the county are handled at the Fannin County Courthouse in Bonham.
Nearby Counties
Fannin County sits in far North Texas near the Oklahoma border. If you need civil court records from a neighboring county, these links will help.