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1450 E McKinney St, #1110
Denton, TX 76202
Phone: 940-349-2012
Fax: 940-349-2013
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Denton County Case Records
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Denton County Court Calendars
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Denton County Court at Law Civil Forms
View and download civil forms for use in Denton County Courts at Law, including case information sheet, affidavit of indigency, request for civil citation, show cause request, and subpoena request.
Denton County Criminal Court Forms and Information
View and download criminal forms for use in Denton County Criminal Courts, including application for subpoena, fax filing packet, and motion to discharge defendant from deferred prosecution. Information about records and background checks is also available.
View and download child support forms in English or Spanish.
Civil Case Information Sheet Pro Se Instructions
View supplemental instructions and definitions for self-represented parties to complete the Civil Case Information Sheet. This sheet is required in Texas for a new civil, family law, probate, or mental health case, or when a post-judgment petition for modification or motion for enforcement is filed in a family law case.
View and download various Texas court forms and instructions, including the Civil Case Information sheet required when filing a new civil, family law, probate, or mental health case or family law post-judgment petition. Additional forms and instructions include foreclosure, constitutionality of a state statute, order of nondisclosure, protective order, and divorce and other family matters.
Driver Record Request Form
View and download a form to request your driver record, which must be supplied when requesting the Driving Safety Course. Select Record Type 3A.
View and download various forms for use in Texas juvenile proceedings from the Juvenile Law Section of the State Bar of Texas.
Find forms and information regarding Advance Directives in Texas, including Power of Attorney and Directive to Physicians.
TexasLawHelp offers do-it-yourself forms and instructions organized by legal issue. Some forms may be completed online with an interactive interview process. Instructions and additional self-help resources are provided.
Online fine payments
Make Texas Child Support Payments
Make Texas child support payments online. A fee applies.
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Denton County District Court and County Court at Law Local Rules
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Denton County Law Library
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Denton County Victim Assistance
The Denton County District Attorney's Victims' Assistance Division offers information about victims' rights, notification of offender custody and court status, contacts for services, links to additional online resources, and a list of additional resources with phone numbers.
Denton County Victim Help
The Denton County Sheriff's Office provides the Crime Victims Bill of Rights, information about family violence, and a list of victims' resources with phone numbers.
Assistance for Victims of Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking
The Texas Advocacy Project provides information, legal hotlines, assistance with obtaining protective orders, and other legal services for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Links to additional online resources are included.
Child Support and Child Protection Courts
View information about the Specialty Courts Program, which includes Child Support Courts and Child Protection Courts.
The Texas Attorney General's Office offers information for parents and guardians about child support, with links to an interactive website that can be used to apply for services, check case and payment status, and pay support online. Additional links include downloadable publications in English or Spanish, office locations, access and visitation help, family violence information, forms, and more.
Citation Lookup and Court Locator
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View and download Texas Rules of Civil Procedure, Texas Rules of Evidence, Texas Code of Judicial Conduct, Texas Rules of Judicial Administration, and rules governing attorneys including Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct.
The Texas Attorney General's Office offers information about the Crime Victims' Compensation Program, victims' rights, child abuse, family violence, protective orders, sexual assault, stalking, and victim notification. Application forms and instructions for Crime Victims' Compensation are included.
Driving Safety Course Information
View information about Driving Safety Courses, which can result in dismissal of traffic tickets for some offenses. Links to approved classroom, take-home, and online course providers are included.
Expunction and Sealing of Criminal Records
View information about sealing of adult and juvenile records, expunctions, orders of nondisclosure, and other related topics.
Foreclosure Prevention Resources
View resources for preventing foreclosure in Texas, including local housing counseling agencies and links to legal aid providers.
Property Distribution Without a Will
View a chart of how property is distributed in Texas when someone dies without a will.
Ask a Law Librarian Program
The Texas State Law Library offers a free program for the public to ask reference librarians questions about legal research. Inquiries can be made in person, online, by telephone, or by mail.
The Attorney General of Texas offers an interactive website with child support information and services, including how to apply for services, help finding an absent parent, forms, and how to find case and payment information.
General Information about Trial Courts
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View guides and brochures from the Texas Bar Association on a variety of legal topics, including subpoenas, attorney complaints, consumer issues, dispute resolution, criminal record expunction, traffic court, how to select a lawyer, how to sue in Justice Court, name changes, and the criminal justice process.
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Online Legal Research Resources
The Texas State Law Library provides links to the state Constitution and Statutes, Administrative Rules, and a list of answers to frequently asked legal questions.
Trial Court Jurisdiction by Case Type
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Trial Court Jurisdiction by County
A description of case type jurisdiction for Texas trial courts is provided and listed by county.
Legal aid, free services, lawyer referral
Denton County Hot Check Collection
The Denton County District Attorney's Office offers information about hot check prosecution and collection, including information for both hot-check writers and merchants, and links to required forms.
Search the Denton County Bar Association membership by lawyer's name or area of practice.
Fort Worth Area Lawyer Referral
The Tarrant County Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service by phone, e-mail, or online form in Denton, Hood, Johnson, Parker, Tarrant, and Wise Counties. An initial consultation is also available for a small fee, which can be waived if the case is taken on contingency.
Public Defender Offices
View contact information for Public Defender Offices, which provide criminal defense services for defendants who cannot afford an attorney. Information about counties served and types of cases handled is included.
Attorney Complaint Information
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Bar Association - Lawyer Directory
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Find Attorney Discipline Records
The Texas Board of Disciplinary Appeals reviews certain types of disciplinary actions against attorneys. Summaries of recent decisions and an archive of past decisions are available online. Search by the first letter of the last name of an attorney.
Search a directory of legal service providers for low-income residents by location and legal issue, or view the complete directory in alphabetical order or by service area.
Information for Texans Who Cannot Afford a Lawyer
View information provided by the Texas State Bar about organizations that provide free legal services to low-income individuals.
The State Bar of Texas offers a statewide telephonic lawyer referral service and a list of additional lawyer referral services.
View information about resources available to veterans needing civil legal assistance, access to legal clinics, and disability rights information.
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FAQs
Who is the county clerk on Denton County? ›
Assumed Names can be filed in all six County Clerk locations. Hours of operation are 8 am to 4:30 pm , Monday through Friday.
How do I contact Denton County? ›- District Attorney940-349-2600. Administration940-349-2600. ...
- District Clerk940-349-2200. Child Support940-349-2220. ...
- District / Family Courts940-349-2300. ...
- Economic Development940-349-3010. ...
- Elections Administration940-349-3200.
- Emergency Management940-349-4285.
- Human Resources (HR940-349-3080.
- Historical Commission940-349-2860.
Request for Documents
Request copies of documents from a case on file with this office. Record Request Forms (PDF) can be submitted to this office in-person at 1450 E McKinney Street, Denton, Texas, by mail to P.O. Box 2146, Denton, Texas 76202, by fax to 940-349-5754 or by email to Denton Records.
Dress the Part
Jury service is serious business, and you should dress accordingly. Business attire is recommended. Shorts, tank tops and flip-flop sandals are not considered appropriate attire for court. Jeans are allowed.
Unless sealed by a court order or statute, property records in Texas are in the public domain and available upon request. Interested persons must visit the local county recorder or tax assessor-collector's office during business hours to request copies of property records.
Do you need an EIN for a DBA in Texas? ›Can I get an EIN or Tax ID for my DBA? No. DBAs are not a business entity and do not have separate tax IDs. The business entity that owns the DBA would have an EIN or Tax ID if one is required for the business (in nearly all cases, one is required).
How much does it cost to file an Assumed Name certificate in Texas? ›Obtaining an Assumed Name or DBA
If you want to establish a DBA in Texas (assumed name), you must file a form with the Secretary of State and pay a filing fee of $25.
Duration: The assumed name certificate shall be effective for a term not to exceed ten years from the date the certificate is filed and may be renewed by filing a new certificate within six months of the expiration of the original certificate (TBCC § 71.151).
How do I file a complaint in Denton County? ›- Eric Hill. Grievance Officer. Contact Eric Hill. Phone: 940-349-2400.
- Juvenile Intake / Detention Center. Physical Address View Map. 210 S Woodrow Lane. Denton, TX 76205. 210 S Woodrow Lane Denton TX 76205. Directions. Phone: : 940-349-2470. Directory.
How many chickens can you have in Denton County? ›
7. Can I keep chickens on my property? Yes, No more than 8 hens may be kept on any single parcel of property in a residential neighborhood. Any structure used to contain the chickens must be a minimum of 50 feet from any residence, business or commercial establishment or office, school, hospital or nursing home.
How do I get a copy of my house deed in Texas? ›Once a deed has been recorded by the County Clerk's Office, copies of the deed may be requested if the original deed has been misplaced. Plain copies can be found by using the Official Public Records Search and selecting "Land Records". A certified copy may be purchased through request either in person or by mail.
How long does it take to get a deed in Texas? ›A properly recorded deed can take anywhere from 14 days to 90 days. That may seem like a long time, but your local government office goes over every little detail on the deed to make sure the property is correct and there are no errors.
Are my title deeds held electronically? ›The title deeds for most properties are held electronically. If you'd like a copy of your deeds, you can do this by contacting the Land Registry. If you bought your property before 1 November 1999, or if your property is not registered with the Land Registry, you may have paper title deeds instead.
What disqualifies you from jury duty? ›There are three groups that are exempt from federal jury service: members of the armed forces on active duty; members of professional fire and police departments; and. "public officers" of federal, state or local governments, who are actively engaged full-time in the performance of public duties.
What disqualifies you from jury duty in Texas? ›Exemptions for Jury Service
Is over 70 years of age. Has legal custody of a child or children younger than 12 years of age and serving on the jury requires leaving the child or children without adequate supervision. Is a student of public or private secondary school.
You may submit your excuse or deferment request from the Online Reporting Instructions page. Alternatively, you may: Abilene: Fax your request to (325) 677-6334 or mail your request to: United States District Court, 341 Pine Street, Room 2008, Abilene, Texas 79601, ATTN: Jury Office.
Does Texas have free public records? ›Viewing or inspecting public records in Texas does not usually cost any money unless in cases where extensive searches are needed and the custodian charges for labor used in preparing the documents.
At what age do you stop paying property taxes in Texas? ›Property Tax and Appraisals
For many senior homeowners, rising property taxes can be a threat to their financial stability, even though their mortgages may be paid off. The Texas Tax Code, Section 33.06, allows taxpayers 65 years of age or older to defer their property taxes until their estates are settled after death.
The Texas Public Information Act provides everyone access to Texas public records. All you need to do is submit a written request by email, fax, letter, or other means. The only requirement is that the request is for specific records.
Who is in charge of Denton County? ›
County Judge Eads is a native Texan and fifth-generation resident of Denton County. County Judge Eads lives in Flower Mound with his wife Ginger and their three children, Everett, Addison and Caroline. He enjoys volunteering and camping with his boys' Scout Troop.
Who is John Denton? ›Bio Current as of September 12, 2022. John W.H. Denton AO is the Secretary General of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). He is a global business leader and international advisor on policy and a legal expert on international trade and investment.
How much is the over 65 exemption in Denton County? ›Age and disability exemptions: Individuals 65 or older or disabled as defined by law may qualify for a $10,000 homestead exemption for school taxes, in addition to the $40,000 exemption available to all homeowners.
How many county commissioners are in Denton County? ›The Commissioners Court is the general governing body of Denton County. The Court is made up of the County Judge who is elected countywide and presides over the full Court, and the four County Commissioners - each elected from one of the County's four precincts.
Who is Eric Denton? ›Eric Denton (born February 8, 1978 in Falls Church, Virginia) is an American soccer player, currently without a club.
Who owns Hunter Ranch Denton? ›“About 1,000 acres is going to be left open because of the knobs and the drainage features.” The Perots have owned Hunter Ranch since 1987, Balda said. “We hope to break ground in the fourth quarter to start our first phase.
Who is Jane Turner's husband? ›She is married to lawyer John Denton and they have 3 children including model Anna Denton.