This page helps you find court records in Bastrop County, Texas and sort out which local office handles the case type you need. It points you to the county’s main case search and to the court offices that can help with follow-up questions.
Most users will start with Odyssey Public Access for criminal, civil, family, probate, and calendar information. Depending on the case, the next step may involve the District Clerk, County Clerk, County Court at Law, or Probate Court.
Bastrop County Case Records Search
Use the county’s online case system to check court matters in one place. The portal includes options for criminal case records, civil, family & probate case records, and the court calendar.
Start with searching Bastrop County case records online.
- Open the county case search portal.
- Select the court location you want to review.
- Choose the record area that fits your case, such as Criminal Case Records or Civil, Family & Probate Case Records.
- Review the case details or check the Court Calendar section if you need schedule information.
Important: Bastrop County provides the site as a public service and says users are responsible for how they use the information.
Which Bastrop County office matches the record you need
Different Bastrop County courts and clerk offices handle different parts of the court system. Use the table below to narrow your next step.
| Office or court | Best fit for |
|---|---|
| District Clerk | District court matters, case search access, civil and family payments, and felony payments. |
| County Clerk | Probate Court records, misdemeanor County Court at Law records, and posted county and probate fee schedules. |
| County Court at Law | County Court at Law matters, the criminal court calendar, local rules, and the probate submission docket. |
| County Probate Court | General probate information and small estate affidavit forms. |
| District Courts | Felony criminal cases, divorce cases, title to land cases, election contests, and civil matters where damages are $200 or more. The 465th District Court hears the majority of family law cases and also hears non-family civil matters. |
For office-specific details, you can review District Clerk information, County Clerk information, County Court at Law information, and Probate Court information.
District Clerk payment and filing rules
If your court record search leads to a payment or filing step, the District Clerk page includes several rules that can affect what you do next.
- Civil and criminal e-filing is mandatory for attorneys.
- If you are representing yourself, you may still bring a paper filing to the office.
- Online payments through the District Clerk are limited to felony or civil cases.
- The District Clerk does not accept Justice of the Peace or misdemeanor fees.
- Debit and credit cards are accepted over the phone, online, and in person.
- Money orders and cashier’s checks are accepted.
- Cash is accepted only for the exact amount.
- Personal checks are not accepted.
- Fax filings are not accepted.
Court records contacts in Bastrop County
Use these offices when you need help with a specific Bastrop County court record path.
- District Clerk — 804 Pecan Street, Bastrop, Texas 78602. Mailing address: P.O. Box 770, Bastrop, TX 78602. Phone: (512) 332-7244. Office hours: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 AM-12PM and 1PM - 4:30 PM; Friday 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
- County Clerk — 803 Pine Street, Bastrop, Texas 78602. Mailing address: P O Box 577, Bastrop, Texas 78602. Phone: (512) 332-7234. Office hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Monday - Thursday / 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday.
- County Court at Law — 804 Pecan Street, Bastrop, Texas 78602. Phone: (512) 581-4277.
- County Probate Court — 804 Pecan Street, Bastrop, Texas 78602. Phone: (512) 332-7201.
Common questions
Where can I search Bastrop County court records online?
You can use the Bastrop County case records search to review criminal case records, civil, family & probate case records, and the court calendar.
Which office handles probate and misdemeanor County Court at Law records?
The County Clerk manages the Probate Court and the Misdemeanor County Court at Law.
Can I pay any Bastrop County court fee through the District Clerk online?
No. The District Clerk states that online payments are only for felony or civil cases. Justice of the Peace and misdemeanor fees are not accepted in the District Clerk’s Office.
What if I am filing on my own instead of using an attorney?
Attorneys are required to e-file civil and criminal matters. People representing themselves may still bring a paper filing to the District Clerk’s office.
Are the online case results guaranteed to be complete or error-free?
No. Bastrop County says the online information is provided as a public service and does not carry a warranty for accuracy, reliability, or completeness.