King County Civil Court Records

King County civil court records are held at the courthouse in Guthrie, Texas. King County is one of the least populous counties in Texas, and it operates with a combined County and District Clerk office. If you need to access civil court records from King County, this page provides the office details, search tools, and copy fee information you need.

King County Combined Clerk Office

Diann Shofner serves as the King County Clerk. King County operates with a single combined County and District Clerk office, which is typical for very small Texas counties. The office is at the King County Courthouse, P.O. Box 111, Guthrie, TX 79236. The clerk handles county court civil cases, district court civil cases, criminal records, family court filings, probate matters, property records, and marriage licenses.

King County is among the smallest counties in Texas by population, with fewer than 300 residents. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, but staffing is minimal. Always call ahead at (806) 596-4412 before visiting in person to make sure the office can help you. The 117th Judicial District covers both Borden and King Counties. The district judge travels between these two very small counties on a rotating schedule.

Civil Cases in King County

Civil filings in King County are rare given the very small population. The combined clerk's office handles any civil cases that are filed, including small civil claims in county court and larger suits in district court. Probate matters, including estate administration and guardianship cases, are filed with the county court portion of the combined office. Family law cases, including divorce and custody proceedings, go to the 117th District Court.

Property disputes and contract cases occasionally come through the King County courts. Ranching and land use are significant in this part of West Texas, and disputes over land boundaries, grazing rights, and property titles do arise. All of those records stay with the King County Courthouse in Guthrie.

Texas civil procedure rules apply in King County just as they do statewide. Filing deadlines, service requirements, and discovery rules are the same here as in any Texas court. The Texas Rules of Civil Procedure are available at statutes.capitol.texas.gov. If you are not familiar with civil procedure, TexasLawHelp.org has guides that explain the process in plain language.

Finding King County Civil Court Records

Online records for King County are very limited. Try re:SearchTX first. This statewide portal from the Texas Office of Court Administration lets you search by party name or cause number. Results for King County may be sparse, but it is the fastest way to check before contacting the clerk's office directly.

TexasFile has some King County records available with a free account at texasfile.com/king-county-clerk. Coverage is likely to be limited. For thorough results, the most reliable option is calling the clerk at (806) 596-4412 and describing what you need.

Mail requests are accepted at P.O. Box 111, Guthrie, TX 79236. Include the case name, cause number if you have it, the year the case was filed, and payment for copy fees. Plain copies are $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00 plus $1.00 per page. Pay by check or money order. The clerk will contact you if more information is needed.

Electronic filing for district court cases in King County is available through eFileTexas.

Civil Records Access and Legal Assistance

Civil court records in King County are public under the Texas Public Information Act, codified at Texas Government Code Chapter 552. The combined clerk's office must respond to requests for public records. If a record is sealed or otherwise restricted, the clerk will explain why.

For legal assistance with a civil matter in King County, several statewide resources can help. TexasLawHelp.org has free guides on civil cases, family law, probate, and debt issues. The State Bar of Texas lawyer referral service at (800) 252-9690 can connect you with attorneys in West Texas who handle civil cases. Attorneys in Lubbock, Abilene, or other regional centers often take cases in small counties like King.

Court forms and procedural guides are available at txcourts.gov. Filing fees in King County follow the Texas statutory schedule. Recording fees are $26.00 for the first page and $4.00 for each additional page. Call the clerk to confirm current court filing fees before you submit any papers.

Nearby Counties

King County is in West Texas. For more resources, these neighboring counties have larger courthouses and broader online record access.