How to Search Denton County, Texas Records (Start Here)
Denton County, Texas splits court records between the District Clerk (felonies, major civil, family) and County Clerk (misdemeanors, property recordings, vital records). Property values come from the Central Appraisal District — an independent agency.
- District Court: District Clerk for felony, civil, family, and juvenile cases.
- County Court: County Clerk for misdemeanors, probate, and county court-at-law.
- Property: Central Appraisal District (CAD) for values. County Clerk for recorded deeds.
- E-filing: eFileTexas.gov statewide.
These databases link to official government portals — no middleman, no fees.
Criminal & Court Records
Criminal & Court Records
Registered Offenders
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Registered offenders in Denton County by zip code.
Jail & Inmate Records
Most Wanted
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List of Most Wanted by the Sheriff in Denton County. Provides name, photo, description, last known address, and previous address.
Property & Tax Records
Property | Tax
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Denton County Tax Assessor / Collector online property and tax search. Address: 1505 E. McKinney St., Denton, TX 76209-4525. Phone:(940) 349-3500.
Voters Registration
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Verify your voter registration in Denton County.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Denton County? ▼
Go to the District Clerk (felony/civil) / County Clerk (misdemeanor/probate) for court records in Denton County. For online case lookups, use re:SearchTX — it covers Texas District Court cases statewide.
Who handles property records in Denton County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Clerk. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Appraisal District (CAD). For tax bills and payments, go to the County Tax Assessor-Collector.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Denton County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Denton County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from County Clerk (marriage) / DSHS (birth, death). Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Denton County records available online? ▼
Denton County has partial online coverage — 4 databases are listed on this page, covering court records, jail and inmate records, and property records. Other record types may require an in-person visit or written request.
What is the difference between the District Clerk and the County Clerk in Denton County? ▼
Texas splits court duties between two clerks. The District Clerk handles felony criminal cases and civil cases filed in District Court. The County Clerk handles misdemeanors, probate, and records property documents like deeds and liens. For criminal matters, start with the District Clerk. For everything else, start with the County Clerk.
Is there a statewide search that covers Denton County? ▼
For court records, yes — re:SearchTX covers Denton County. For property and land records, you still need the County Clerk in Denton County directly.
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