Access Midland County Civil Court Records

Midland County civil court records are maintained at 500 N. Loraine Street in Midland by two separate offices. The District Clerk handles civil cases above $200,000, family law filings, and felony records. The County Clerk maintains smaller civil cases, probate documents, and property records. An online case search portal is available for Midland County civil court records, making it one of the more accessible courts in West Texas. Three district courts serve Midland County, and the city has a Western District of Texas federal court division as well.

Midland County District Clerk

The District Clerk office is the primary source for Midland County civil court records at the district level. The three district courts, the 142nd, 238th, and 385th Judicial Districts, handle civil cases over $200,000, family law matters (divorce, custody, and child support), felony criminal cases, and juvenile records. The District Clerk maintains all these case files and can assist with records requests, certified copies, and new filings.

A case search portal is available online for Midland County. The portal covers criminal, civil, and family court records and can be searched by party name or cause number. Contact the office for the current portal URL or check the county website at co.midland.tx.us. The statewide re:SearchTX system also covers Midland County e-filed documents.

Midland County Clerk

The County Clerk handles civil records for cases under $200,000, misdemeanor criminal files, probate and guardianship records, real property documents (deeds, liens, and mortgages), and marriage licenses. The Midland oil and gas sector means property documents and lien filings are commonly requested from this office. The County Clerk is at the same courthouse address as the District Clerk on North Loraine Street.

Deed records and property documents from Midland County may be searchable through online portals. Contact the County Clerk at (432) 688-4401 to confirm what online access is available and what in-person procedures apply to your request type. Staff can search by party name or document number for most record categories.

Midland County Civil Records Online

Midland County offers an online case search portal accessible through the county website. This portal covers civil, family, and criminal court records and can be searched by party name or case number. Check the Midland County website at co.midland.tx.us for direct links to the case search tool. The statewide re:SearchTX system is also available for e-filed documents from Midland County courts.

For certified copies or records not available in the online portal, contact the District Clerk or County Clerk office directly. The offices can process requests by phone, mail, or in-person visit. Bring a party name, cause number, or other identifying details to make the search efficient. Copy fees follow standard Texas schedule rates.

The Midland County website at co.midland.tx.us provides access to the District Clerk and County Clerk offices for civil court records, case search tools, and certified copy requests.

Civil Court Rules in Midland County

Civil court records in Midland County are public under the Texas Public Information Act at Texas Government Code Chapter 552. County court civil jurisdiction covers disputes up to $200,000 under Texas Government Code Chapter 25. The 142nd, 238th, and 385th District Courts handle larger civil cases and all family law matters under the Texas Family Code and Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code.

Attorneys must file all civil and probate cases through eFileTexas. Self-represented parties may file in person at the courthouse. For legal help and free court forms, TexasLawHelp.org covers civil, family, and small claims matters. The State Bar of Texas referral service at (800) 252-9690 connects callers with attorneys in the Midland area.

Cities in Midland County

The city of Midland is both the county seat and the location of all major court offices in Midland County. All civil court cases for county residents are filed at the courthouse on North Loraine Street.

Nearby Counties

Midland County is in the heart of the Permian Basin in West Texas. These neighboring counties may have relevant records depending on where a civil matter arose.