How to Search Ellis County Records (Start Here)
In Texas, the District Clerk handles felonies and civil cases. The County Clerk handles misdemeanors, probate, and property recordings.
- Court records: District Clerk (felony/civil) / County Clerk (misdemeanor/probate). Use re:SearchTX for online case search.
- Deeds and liens: County Clerk.
- Property values: County Appraisal District (CAD).
- Tax bills: County Tax Assessor-Collector.
Very limited online access for Ellis County. Contact offices directly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Ellis County? ▼
Go to the District Clerk (felony/civil) / County Clerk (misdemeanor/probate) for court records in Ellis County. For online case lookups, use re:SearchTX — it covers Texas District Court cases statewide.
Who handles property records in Ellis 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 Ellis County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Ellis 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 Ellis County records available online? ▼
Most records in Ellis County are not available online. Contact the county offices directly. Check the Texas state page for statewide search tools that may include Ellis County.
What is the difference between the District Clerk and the County Clerk in Ellis 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 Ellis County? ▼
For court records, yes — re:SearchTX covers Ellis County. For property and land records, you still need the County Clerk in Ellis County directly.
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