King County Criminal Records

King County criminal records are held by the District Clerk and County Clerk in Guthrie, the county seat in the rolling plains of West Texas. King County has one of the smallest populations of any county in the state, and the courthouse in Guthrie handles a very low volume of criminal cases. The District Clerk keeps felony case files from district court, and the County Clerk maintains misdemeanor records. If you need to find a criminal record, search for a case, or get court documents in King County, you can visit the courthouse in Guthrie. Call first to confirm office hours, as staffing is minimal. The King County Sheriff's Office holds local arrest records.

King County District Clerk

The King County District Clerk keeps felony criminal case records for the 50th Judicial District. King County is among the least populated counties in Texas, and criminal case volume is very low. The clerk holds all case files from indictment through final disposition, including motions, plea documents, and sentencing orders. All records are public. It is strongly recommended to call ahead before driving to Guthrie, as courthouse staff is minimal and hours can vary.

In-person searches at the Guthrie courthouse are the main way to access King County records. Staff can look up cases by name or case number. Certified copies carry the standard state-set fees. The courthouse is located in Guthrie on US Highway 83.

The King County official website at co.king.tx.us provides contact information for county offices. Always call ahead before making the trip to Guthrie to confirm the office is open and staffed.

The statewide re:SearchTX system may include King County case records. Searching remotely by party name is the most practical option for this very small and remote county. Document downloads cost 10 cents per page with a $6 cap per document.

King County Clerk - Misdemeanor Records

The King County Clerk handles misdemeanor criminal records from the county court. Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases are filed here. The County Clerk holds charge data, plea records, and final case outcomes for misdemeanor matters in King County.

You can reach the County Clerk at (806) 596-4412. The office is at the Guthrie courthouse. In a county this small, the District Clerk and County Clerk functions are handled by a very small staff. Staff can help direct you to the right record when you call or visit.

King County Arrest Records

The King County Sheriff's Office holds arrest and jail booking records for the county. Each booking record includes the person's name, date of birth, charges at arrest, bond amount, and release date. You can contact the Sheriff's Office at (806) 596-4413. Requests for arrest records can be made in person or by mail.

An arrest record only shows what was alleged at booking. Charges may be dropped or never formally filed. Check the District Clerk's case file for the final legal outcome. King County arrest records are public records under Texas law. Some details may be withheld for active cases or protected categories. Given the county's very small population, the Sheriff's Office handles both local law enforcement and range of activities across a large geographic area.

Texas DPS Criminal History - King County

King County criminal convictions are reported to the Texas DPS Computerized Criminal History (CCH) system. When local courts send conviction data to the Texas Department of Public Safety, those records appear in the statewide database covering all 254 Texas counties.

The DPS public name-based search at publicsite.dps.texas.gov costs $3 per search. Results show convictions and deferred adjudications reported to DPS. Dismissed cases, arrests without conviction, and sealed records do not appear. Fingerprint-based searches for more complete results are available through IdentoGO under the DPS FAST program.

For detailed King County case records, the District Clerk in Guthrie has docket information on each case. Given the county's tiny size, calling the District Clerk directly is usually the most practical approach for King County records.

What King County Criminal Records Contain

Criminal records in King County vary by case type. Felony case files at the District Clerk include the indictment or information, motions filed, hearing records, plea agreements, and sentencing orders. Misdemeanor files at the County Clerk are similar but shorter.

Arrest records from the Sheriff's Office contain booking data: name, date of birth, physical description, charges at booking, bond amount, and release date. Contact the Sheriff's Office at (806) 596-4413 for King County arrest records. Court files show legal outcomes. Arrest records show what was alleged. The DPS CCH shows the statewide conviction history.

Expunction and Nondisclosure in King County

Texas law allows eligible people to have criminal records expunged or sealed. Expunction under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 removes and destroys records for qualifying cases. The petition is filed in the district court of the county where the arrest took place. For King County arrests, that is the district court in Guthrie. Once an order is granted, all agencies holding records on that arrest must destroy their copies.

Qualifying cases include acquittals, pardons, identity theft cases, and some dismissals. Not all dismissed cases qualify. If expunction is not available, nondisclosure under Texas Government Code Section 411 may apply for cases that ended in deferred adjudication. Nondisclosure seals records from the public but does not destroy them. Serious felonies and sex offenses do not qualify. The King County District Clerk can explain what forms apply and what fees to expect.

Cities in King County

Guthrie is the county seat and only incorporated place in King County. All criminal cases from the county are filed in the district court in Guthrie.

Nearby Counties

These counties border King County. Each has its own District Clerk and court system for criminal records.