How to Search El Paso County, Texas Records (Start Here)
El Paso County, Texas — court records through the local court clerk, property through the county assessor or auditor, recorded documents through the recorder or clerk.
- Court cases: Check the local court clerk's office for case search availability.
- Property: County Assessor (or Auditor in Ohio) for values. Recorder for deeds and liens.
- Jail: County Sheriff for current inmate information.
Find the right database below — each covers a different record type.
Property & Tax Records
Birth Records
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El Paso County birth records filed with the County Clerk.
Property - TaxNetUSA
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Use this TaxNetUSA service from El Paso County to search for property records by name, address, account number. Advanced search available for a fee.
Property | CAD
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El Paso County Appraisal District property database. Address: El Paso CAD, 5801 Trowbridge Dr., El Paso, TX 79925-3345. Phone: 915-780-2000.
Vital Records
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Business, Voter & Other
Assumed Business Names
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El Paso County Clerk Assumed Name (DBA) search.
Foreclosures
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El Paso County Clerk foreclosure records searchable by instrument number, or sale date.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in El Paso County? ▼
Go to the District Clerk (felony/civil) / County Clerk (misdemeanor/probate) for court records in El Paso County. For online case lookups, use re:SearchTX — it covers Texas District Court cases statewide.
Who handles property records in El Paso 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 El Paso County? ▼
Marriage licenses in El Paso 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 El Paso County records available online? ▼
El Paso County has partial online coverage — 7 databases are listed on this page, covering property records, vital records, and business filings. 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 El Paso 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.
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