Georgetown Criminal Records Search
Georgetown criminal records are maintained by the Williamson County District Clerk since Georgetown is the county seat of Williamson County. All felony cases and serious misdemeanors from the city and county go through the Williamson County Courthouse in downtown Georgetown. The Georgetown Police Department handles local law enforcement, and a municipal court handles Class C misdemeanor matters. This page explains how to search each system and what you can find.
Georgetown Overview
How to Search Georgetown Criminal Records
The Williamson County District Clerk is the main source for Georgetown criminal records. The courthouse is in downtown Georgetown at 405 Martin Luther King Street, right in the city. You can search online through the Williamson County portal at wilco.org or walk in during business hours. Staff can search by defendant name or cause number and pull full case files on request.
The statewide re:SearchTX portal also covers Williamson County courts. It is free and lets you check case status and docket information without visiting the courthouse. It is a helpful tool for a quick check before calling the clerk.
Have the following ready for your search:
- Full name of the defendant
- Cause number if you have it
- Approximate year the case was filed
Williamson County has grown quickly in recent years, and its court system handles a significant volume of cases. The online portal is well-maintained and typically current. For certified copies, an in-person visit to the clerk is the most direct option. Call (512) 943-1212 to confirm fees before you go.
Georgetown Police Department Records
The Georgetown Police Department serves the city. Arrests made by Georgetown PD result in cases filed in the Williamson County court system based on the charge level. If you need a police report for an incident in Georgetown, contact the department. The department's records and public information process is managed through the city at georgetown.org/police.
Georgetown has a municipal court that handles Class C misdemeanor cases. These include traffic violations and city ordinance infractions that carry fines only. Municipal court records are separate from the Williamson County system. Contact Georgetown Municipal Court directly for Class C case information and payment options.
| Agency | Georgetown Police Department |
|---|---|
| Website | georgetown.org/police |
| Municipal Court Scope | Class C misdemeanors only |
Williamson County District Clerk Records
The Williamson County District Clerk keeps all felony criminal records for Georgetown and the rest of the county. This covers drug offenses, violent crimes, property crimes above threshold amounts, and other serious charges. Class A and B misdemeanor cases are handled by the Williamson County Courts at Law, also at the courthouse in Georgetown.
| Office | Williamson County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 405 Martin Luther King Street Georgetown, TX 78626 |
| Phone | (512) 943-1212 |
| Website | wilco.org |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
The courthouse is in downtown Georgetown on the historic square. Parking is available around the square. You need to go through a security check at the entrance, so bring a valid ID. Certified copies of court documents cost a per-page fee plus a certification charge. Call (512) 943-1212 for current fees. Mail requests are accepted but take longer than in-person visits.
Texas DPS Criminal History
The Texas DPS Computerized Criminal History system includes conviction data from all Texas courts, including Williamson County. When the county court enters a conviction or deferred adjudication for a Georgetown case, it reports to the statewide database. Search at publicsite.dps.texas.gov for $3 per name. Results cover all 254 Texas counties in one search.
The DPS system is a useful starting point for a statewide check. It does not include arrests without dispositions or open cases. For current case status and complete case detail, use the Williamson County clerk portal or re:SearchTX. For employment background checks or licensing applications, a fingerprint-based search through IdentoGO at 1-888-467-2080 is the standard method. Several IdentoGO locations operate in the Austin and Georgetown area.
Expunction and Nondisclosure in Georgetown
Texas law allows some criminal records to be cleared through expunction or sealed through nondisclosure. Expunction under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 destroys records tied to qualifying cases. If you were arrested in Georgetown and the case was dismissed, you were acquitted, or the arrest was a case of mistaken identity, you may be eligible. The petition is filed in Williamson County where the case was handled.
Nondisclosure under Texas Government Code Section 411 seals a record after you complete deferred adjudication. The record is not visible to the public, but law enforcement can still see it. Waiting periods vary by offense type. Some misdemeanors allow filing right away. Felony cases require a five-year wait after the probation period ends. Violent offenses, sex crimes, and family violence charges are excluded from nondisclosure.
Lone Star Legal Aid covers Williamson County. Call (800) 733-8394 for eligibility information. TexasLawHelp at texaslawhelp.org has free guides and all required forms. The State Bar of Texas at (800) 252-9690 can refer you to an attorney in the Georgetown or Austin area who handles expunction and nondisclosure cases.
Williamson County Criminal Records
Georgetown is the county seat of Williamson County, and all felony and serious misdemeanor cases from the city go through the Williamson County District Clerk right in Georgetown. For more on the county court system and how to access records, visit the Williamson County page.