Karnes County Texas

Our office is open for normal business.

A face mask is optional.

Jury Trial for Wednesday, February 8, 2023 is CANCELED.

Fee Schedule

Vital Statistics Fee Schedule

You can view and print Land Records from June 2003 to present at www.countygovernmentrecords.com -documents before 2003 must have the volume and page number to be able to view/print as they are not indexed. Once you are on County Government Records you will need to make a username and password in order to access our records. Printing is $1 per page just like in office. If you are needing help navigating the website please contact our office.

Official Public Records Filing Requirements

Information Request Form

DD214Request

Karnes County Helpful Tips when researching: Brochure

STATE REGISTRAR

Request for Birth or Death Certificate (Mail-In)

If you do not have a Drivers License or ID please see the list below for acceptable identification to process your Birth or Death Application

ACCEPTABLE IDENTIFICATION

**If you are needing to make a correction to your birth certificate this must be done through DSHS-Vitals Statistics office in Austin. Please follow the instructions on the application and submit to DSHS-Vitals Statistics in Austin.

We have attached the form below as a courtesy. Our office does not make any corrections.

Correcting a Birth Certificate Application

Frequently asked questions, go to: https://www.dshs.texas.gov/vs/faq/#correct.

Marriage License Requirements

Request for copy of Marriage License

Affidavit of Absent Applicant For Marriage License & Offender's Identification Card Certification Form

ASSUMED NAME/ DBA

Mark and Brands currently on file will expire August 30, 2021. The office will be begin accepting renewals on your brand Tuesday, August 31, 2021. Please see the memo below and application for more information.

MEMO AND APPLICATION

Karnes County Clerk is now accepting online payments for misdemeanor cases.

DO NOT SUBMIT PAYMENTS FOR JP CASES, FELONY CASES, OR FAMILY LAW CASES.

Call (830)-780-3938 to verify that payment should be made to this office.

THE COUNTY CLERK IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR MISDIRECTED PAYMENTS!

Proceed to the link below to make your payment.

Pay your COUNTY CLERK ONLY fees here!

*AS OF JANUARY 1, 2016, ANY AND ALL PROBATE DOCUMENTS MUST BE 
E-FILED. WE ARE A CONSTITUTIONAL COUNTY COURT & ARE NOT "AT LAW"

WE ADVISE YOU TO SEEK THE ADVICE OF AN ATTORNEY

If you choose not to do so, you may visit one of these websites for guidance.

https://texaslawhelp.org

https://www.sll.texas.gov/self-help/

For any further questions please contact our Probate Clerk Elie Garcia at (830)-780-3938 or by email at elie.garcia@co.karnes.tx.us 

KARNES COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT

KARNES COUNTY IS A CONSTITUTIONAL COUNTY COURT & IS NOT "AT LAW".

THIS OFFICE DOES NOT HAVE JURISDICTION OVER JUVENILES OR FELONY CASES. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (830) 780 3938 WITH ANY QUESTIONS. 

*ALL CRIMINAL DOCUMENTS MUST BE E-FILED EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2018. THERE IS NO FEE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS SERVICE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE FOR ASSISTANCE.

*CRIMINAL PAYMENTS MAY BE MADE BY CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK, MONEY ORDER, OR CREDIT/DEBIT CARD. PLEASE NOTE WHEN USING A CREDIT CARD THERE IS A $3 SERVICE CHARGE PER HUNDRED.

THIS OFFICE DOES NOT PERFORM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS.

REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION MUST BE MADE IN WRITING; COPY FEES MUST BE PREPAID. 

For any further questions please contact our Court Clerk Jamie Leal at (830)-780-3938 or by email at jamie.leal@co.karnes.tx.us 

The Office of the County Clerk will implement a $30 e-filing fee for all new cases and motions requiring a filing fee starting July 1, 2015.

*ALL CIVIL DOCUMENTS MUST BE E-FILED EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2016. WE ARE A CONSTITUTIONAL COUNTY COURT & ARE NOT "AT LAW"*

WE ADVISE YOU TO SEEK THE ADVICE OF AN ATTORNEY.  

If you choose not to do so, you may visit the self-help tab below for guidance.

Fourth Court of Appeals serving Karnes County.

Civil Case Information Sheet Instructions

Civil Case Information Sheet

Occupational Driver's License Information

Court policy regarding Pro-se

2023 COUNTY COURT CALENDAR

Dates and Place are subject to change, please call the County Clerks office for any questions

All dockets are subject to change. Please contact the County Clerk's office to confirm your court date.

County Court will be held at the Karnes County Historic Courtroom, located at 101 N. Panna Maria Avenue, Suite 200, Karnes City, Texas 78118, unless specified different on your court notice.

January 9, 2023

January 23, 2023

February 6, 2023

February 8, 2023- Jury Trial

February 13, 2023

March 6, 2023

March 13, 2023

March 20, 2023

April 17, 2023

April 24, 2023

May 1, 2023

May 15, 2023

May 22, 2023

May 24, 2023- Jury Trial

June 5, 2023

June 7, 2023- Jury Trial

June 12, 2023

June 26, 2023

July 17, 2023

August 7, 2023

August 16, 2023- Jury Trial

August 21, 2023

September 11, 2023

September 18, 2023

September 20, 2023- Jury Trial

September 25, 2023

October 2, 2023

October 11, 2023- Jury Trial

October 16, 2023

October 23, 2023

November 6, 2023

November 13, 2023

December 4, 2023

December 11, 2023

Notice of Self Help Resources
As required by Texas Government Code 51.808

Legal Information and Forms for Pro Se Litigants:
https://texaslawhelp.org

Texas Lawyer Referral and Information Services:
https://www.texasbar.com

Texas State Law Library:
https://www.sll.texas.gov

Nondisclosure Rules & Forms:

http://www.txcourts.gov/rules-forms/orders-of-nondisclosure/

For information regarding free legal services for Karnes County:

https://www.trla.org/do-i-qualify