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Angelina County, Texas Court Records

When a case is filed with the clerk of any courthouse, a corresponding court record is created and updated throughout the case cycle. Angelina County court records encompass all documents submitted to or created by the court clerk during this process, from filing up to when the court passes its final judgment on a matter. The creation, maintenance, and public dissemination of court records are responsibilities of the clerk of the specific court that handled a matter, although multiple agencies, up to the state and federal levels, typically maintain databases that include these records.

Furthermore, court records do not exist independently. Other public agencies like the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) and the Angelina County Sheriff's Office maintain records that are connected to court records, such as vital records (marriage records, death records, divorce records, and birth records), and arrest records. For instance, criminal records are often connected to an arrest that was made by the sheriff's office, for which a corresponding arrest record was created.

Are Angelina County Court Records Public?

Yes. Angelina County court records are public under the Texas Public Information Act (TPIA) provided the record of interest is not confidential by law and/or otherwise protected for legitimate reasons. In line with this law, the general public has the right to promptly view and obtain copies of public court records. When a court record is withheld from public access, it is often because there is a court order sealing the record, provisions under law prohibit their disclosure, or it contains sensitive information. Common examples of non-public court records include:

  • Juvenile identification information
  • Information that could aid identity theft, such as social security numbers, complete credit card numbers, driver's license numbers, etc.
  • Information about ongoing investigations
  • Information protected by client-attorney privilege
  • Expunged records
  • Medical reports/mental health evaluation records

What Information is Available in Angelina County Court Records?

The following information is available during a court record search:

  • Case numbers and docket information
  • Party names (plaintiffs and defendants)
  • Filings, motions, decrees, agreements, liens, and pleadings
  • Court orders and judgments
  • Hearing and trial schedules
  • Traffic citations and criminal charges
  • Witness lists and testimony transcripts (where applicable)

Angelina County Court Records Search

Members of the public can obtain Angelina County court records in person at the relevant clerk's office, online via resources provided by these clerks, by mail, or by fax. The three main options are detailed below:

Online Access

The Angelina County Judicial Web Search tool is the primary online resource for the county's court records. Users can find public civil, criminal, family, and probate case records on this site. Search parameters include case party name (defendant, plaintiff, or attorney), case number, or citation number. The website also allows researchers to filter search results by case status and filing date. Note that records won't be displayed on this website if they fall under confidential or non-public records.

In-Person Access

The County Clerk's and the District Clerk's offices are the county's foremost custodial bodies for court records, and can be approached for record requests. They charge fees ranging from $1 to $5 per page/document requested. Persons looking to perform a record search must possess the full name of a case party or, for improved specificity, a case number.

They may then submit a written request at the clerk's office with the search/copy fee during business hours (Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) at

Angelina County Courthouse

215 East Lufkin Avenue

Lufkin, TX 75901

Mail and Phone Requests

There are no phone call options for retrieving Angelina County court case records. However, researchers can call the clerk's office to inquire about records availability, request procedures, fees, etc., at (936) 634-4312 or (936) 634-5915. Written requests can be submitted by email or mail to

P.O. Box 908

Lufkin, TX 75902

Fees for Court Records in Angelina County

Under state law, agencies are allowed to assess fees for record searches, especially when a researcher requests copies. Both the county and the district clerks' offices charge the following fees:

  • $1.00 per plain page
  • $1.00 per electronic page up to page 10; subsequent pages cost $0.10 each
  • $5.00 per certified document
  • $5.00 per name/case/document search

Angelina County Courthouse Locations

Below are the various courts in Angelina County, their addresses, and phone numbers:

Angelina County 159th District Court

Angelina County Courthouse

215 East Lufkin Avenue

PO Box 908

Lufkin, TX 75902

Phone: (936) 634-4312

Fax: (936) 634-5915

Angelina County 217th District Court

Angelina County Courthouse

215 East Lufkin Avenue

PO Box 908

Lufkin, TX 75902

Phone: (936) 634-4312

Fax: (936) 634-5915

Angelina County Constitutional Court

Angelina County Courthouse

215 East Lufkin Avenue

PO Box 908

Lufkin, TX 75902

Phone: (936) 634-8339

Angelina County Clerk's Office

Angelina County Courthouse

215 East Lufkin Avenue

PO Box 908

Lufkin, TX 75902

Phone: (936) 634-8339

Angelina County Court at Law No 1

Angelina County Courthouse

215 East Lufkin Avenue

PO Box 908

Lufkin, TX 75902

Phone: (936) 639-2204

Fax: (936) 639-2673

Angelina County Court at Law No 2

Angelina County Courthouse

215 East Lufkin Avenue

PO Box 908

Lufkin, TX 75902

Phone: (936) 634-8984

Fax: (936) 634-8145

Angelina County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1

Angelina County Law Enforcement Center

2311 East Lufkin Avenue

PO Box 43

Lufkin, TX 75902

Phone: (936) 634-8334

Fax: (936) 634-8336

Angelina County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2

Angelina County Courthouse Substation

2219 North John Redditt Drive

PO Box 150423

Lufkin, TX 75915

Phone: (936) 637-3117

Fax: (936) 637-3293

Angelina County Justice of the Peace Precinct 3

Angelina County Huntington Courthouse

205 East Gibson Street

PO Box 311

Huntington, TX 75949

Phone: (936) 422-5533

Fax: (936) 876-9912

Angelina County Justice of the Peace Precinct 4

Angelina County Diboll Substation Courthouse

211 North Temple Street

Diboll, TX 75941

Phone: (936) 829-3535

Fax: (936) 829-3534

Diboll Municipal Court

400 Kenley Street

PO Box 340

Diboll, TX 75941

Phone: (936) 829-4761

Fax: (936) 829-1179

Hudson Municipal Court

201 Mt. Carmel Road

Hudson, TX 75904

Phone: (936) 875-2358

Huntington Municipal Court

802 Hwy 69 South

PO Box 349

Huntington, TX 75949

Phone: (936) 422-4195

Fax: (936) 876-3327

Lufkin Municipal Court

Paul L. Parker Municipal Court

222 East Shepherd Avenue

Lufkin, TX 75902

Phone: (936) 633-0315

Fax: (936) 639-9646

Zavalla Municipal Court

838 East Main Street

Zavalla, TX 75980

Phone: (936) 897-3311

Criminal Records Access in Angelina County

Criminal case records are public and are available through the district's or county clerk's office. Record seekers may submit their record request in person, by mail, email, or in person, and the request must be accompanied by the appropriate fee. Criminal court records are also available through the Angelina County Judicial Search website. Regardless of the method, a criminal record search requires the defendant's name, the attorney's name, or the case number.

The Texas Department of Public Safety (TXDPS) handles all criminal background checks. Note that criminal background checks differ from criminal court case searches and are used to check if there are any criminal convictions attached to an individual's name. The Crime Records Division of the DPS handles these inquiries and provides an online name-based criminal history search portal. To search for records via this website, a person must first create an account on the website, then proceed to purchase credits at $1.00 each. Searches require a person's full name.

Angelina County Probate Records

Angelina probate records include official documents created in relation to the administration of a person's estate, including their will and assets. They are accessible online via the county's court case search portal or in person at the court clerk's office. Although Texas law treats probate records as public, they often contain sensitive information, which is typically redacted or sealed, such as when it relates to a minor or includes bank account details.

Common probate cases are guardianships, conservatorships, estate administration, and probate of wills. Probate matters filed in Angelina County fall within the jurisdiction of the Angelina County Courts at Law, Probate Division.

Angelina County Family Court Records

The Angelina County Courts at Law share concurrent jurisdiction with the county's District Courts over domestic relations cases. Family cases heard in these courts include divorces, paternity, child custody, child support, annulments, and adoptions. Family case records are public under Texas' public information act, although exemptions allow court clerks to restrict access to records containing juvenile information, financial records, medical records, and similar documents deemed confidential by law.

Other records are available for public inspection online and through the court clerk's office. Record requests follow the same general procedure and require a case party's name or the case number, and the appropriate fee. It is also important to identify the specific court where a case was filed before filing a request. Note that certified copies are only available to case parties. To access non-public family case records, a person must be a case party, their attorney, a legal representative, or a close family member. Otherwise, they must demonstrate legitimate interest and must obtain a court order granting them access.

Federal Court Records in Angelina County

When a federal case arises in Angelina County, it falls under the jurisdiction of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Texas. The courthouse is located in Lufkin and hears all bankruptcy cases, cases between residents of different states, and other cases under federal law. Case records are maintained on PACER (Public Access to Court Electronic Records). To use PACER, a person must first create an account on the platform.

Researchers may search for records from a specific courthouse or use the nationwide index to find records for cases filed in any federal court. A search requires a case number or party name. Case searches on PACER cost $0.1. Per page of document, with a $3.00 cap for most single documents. Audio files (where available) cost $2.40 each. Interested individuals can contact the court for complete case files and further inquiries at

United States District Clerk

Ward R. Burke United States Courthouse

104 North Third Street

Lufkin, TX 75901

Phone: (936) 632-2739

Office hours: Monday - Friday (except Federal Holidays), 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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