Who handles court records in Collin County?

Go to the District Clerk (felony/civil) / County Clerk (misdemeanor/probate) for court records in Collin County. For online case lookups, use re:SearchTX — it covers Texas District Court cases statewide.

Who handles property records in Collin 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 Collin County?

Marriage licenses in Collin 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 Collin County records available online?

Yes — Collin County has good online coverage. This page lists 21 searchable databases covering court records, jail and inmate records, property records, vital records, and business filings. Each links directly to an official government portal.

What is the difference between the District Clerk and the County Clerk in Collin 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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How to Search Collin County Records (Start Here)

Collin County (Plano, McKinney, Frisco) is one of the fastest-growing counties in Texas. Court records run through the Odyssey system; property is handled by the Central Appraisal District — not the county itself.

The District Clerk's Odyssey portal at collincountytx.gov/services/case-information lets you search all case types at once. Login is available but not required for basic searches.
Collin Central Appraisal District (collincad.org) — an independent agency, not a county office. They set market values; the Tax Assessor collects based on those values.
E-filing: Texas courts use eFileTexas.gov for all electronic filings. The District Clerk is the custodian of all filed documents for Collin County's district courts.
Marriage licenses: County Clerk's Office — separate from the District Clerk.

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Criminal & Court Records

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Criminal & Court Records

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Collin County combined court records, including Courts at Law, Probate, District, and Justice (JP) Courts.

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How to Search Collin County Records (Start Here)

Criminal & Court Records

Jail & Inmate Records

Property & Tax Records

Vital Records

Business, Voter & Other