Searching Coke County: what to expect
Coke County keeps a modest online footprint — 2 of the 15 sources below are the county's own; the rest is statewide coverage. No online docket is listed for the county itself; the Texas court records page maps the alternatives, and the clerk fills direct requests. Two local sources do most of the work — esearch.cokecad.org for parcel and property-tax data, co.coke.tx.us for the election side. The county posts nothing for criminal records, so that search runs through the statewide sources on our Texas criminal records page.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Coke County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Coke County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Coke County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
3,396
Population
Census estimate
1,487
Households
Census estimate
$40,230
Median income
Annual household
$94,900
Median home value
Census ACS
Robert Lee
County seat
In Texas
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
3 sources
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Coke County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Coke County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Texas Court Records - Court Records - Guides at Texas State … Office Address City Zip Code Fax Office's Email Court P… |
| Criminal records | Texas DPS — Crime Records |
| Wants & warrants | |
| Property records | Coke CAD Property Search checkHuman.title - County Government Records |
| Vital records | Coke County Records Available on Microfilm from Angelo State… |
| Voter records | Coke County Voter Registration Figures Elections - Coke County |
| Professional licenses | TDLR Active License Search |
| Recorded documents | County Clerks Coke County Sales Taxpayer Search |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Coke County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Coke County Records
2026
Coke County court records portal verified
State court system links for Coke County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Coke County property records online
Coke County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside Texas, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Coke County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Coke County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Coke County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Texas statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Texas state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Coke County Records
MYTH"Coke County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Coke County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Coke County are gone everywhere."
FACTSealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
MYTH"Free 'instant background' sites have Coke County data."
FACTOnly the official Texas state repository has verified, current Coke County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Coke County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Coke County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
MYTH"All county records older than 50 years are public."
FACTPartially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources and Official Record Portals
- guides.sll.texas.gov — Court records — official source
- www.dps.texas.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.tsl.texas.gov — Vital records — official source
- www.sos.texas.gov — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Coke County & Texas Records
For records not specific to Coke County, use Texas's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Texas statewide record systems:
- Texas Court Records →
- Texas Criminal Records →
- Texas Property Records →
- Texas Vital Records →
- Texas Voter Records →
- Texas Wants & Warrants →
- Texas Licenses →
- Texas Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Texas statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
Shortcuts for the most common Coke County lookups:
About Coke County, Texas
Coke County is located in the West Texas Region of Texas. The county seat is Robert Lee.
- Population: 3,396
- Households: 1,487
- Median household income: $40,230
- Median home value: $94,900
- Below poverty line: 16.5%
- Land area: 911.6 sq mi
- Population density: 3.7 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 1
- NCES schools indexed: 4
Coke CAD Property Search
Official Free
Information provided for research purposes only. Legal descriptions and acreage amounts are for Appraisal District use only and is current as published prior to using for legal purpose and or documents. Please contact the Appraisal District to verify all information for accuracy · Know what you.
Texas Land Records | Multi-County Deed Search
Official Free
Shared search portal used by dozens of Texas county clerks for recorded land documents — deeds, mortgages, and liens in one interface. Pick the county first; index coverage and image years differ from clerk to clerk.
Texas Court Records - Court Records - Guides at Texas State Law Library
Official Free
This guide explains where to find Texas and federal court records.
Texas | County Clerk Directory (PDF)
Official Free
Statewide directory of Texas county clerks — the custodians of probate, misdemeanor, and land records in each county — with addresses and fax lines from the Office of Court Administration.
Texas DPS — Crime Records
Official Free
The Crime Records Division of the Texas DPS — home of the state's conviction database, fingerprint services, and criminal history review. Start here for any official Texas background check question.
PublicSite Sor Public SORNA
Official Free
Under Art. 62.403(b), a person with a single reportable adjudication or conviction may apply to the Council on Sex Offender Treatment for an individual risk assessment.
Coke County Voter Registration Figures
Official Free
Voter registration status, polling place, and ballot lookup.
Elections - Coke County
Official Free
Voter and election business for Coke County is managed here. Searching the official side is free.
Texas SOS – My Voter Portal
Official Free
County Attorney's Office will be closed · Thursday, May 21 - Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Coke County Tax Office | TxDMV.gov
Official Free
County tax assessor-collector offices provide most vehicle title and registration services, including: Many counties allow you to renew your vehicle registration and change your address online. Some
Coke County Records Available on Microfilm from Angelo State University | Texas State Library
Official Free
MARRIAGE RECORD, 1890-1951 Index: Each volume individually indexed. A separate index for Volumes 3 and 4 is on Reel 1783682. Reel 1783682 1890-1900 Vol. 1 1900-1907 Vol. 2 1907-1936 Vol. 3 Reel 1783683 1936-1951 Vol.
Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
Official Free
The Texas Department of State Health Services — custodian of birth and death records statewide and the agency behind Texas vital statistics. Certificate orders and eligibility rules start here.
TDLR Active License Search
Official Free
TDLR License Data Search (Active Licenses only) Search Help | Download License files | Download Other | Questions/Comments
Texas | County Voter Registrar Directory
Official Free
The Secretary of State's directory of county voter registrars — the office to contact about registration records in each of Texas's 254 counties. Addresses and phone numbers are kept current by the state.
Sales Taxpayer Search
Business, Voter & Other
Look up any active Texas sales-tax permit holder by name or taxpayer number. Useful for confirming a business is real and collecting tax legitimately.
Additional Records
Coke County CAD
Official Free
The Employee Information System (EIS) application is no longer available effective May 31, 2025. Please contact your agency Human Resource or Payroll representative for any questions or inquiries · Search for and verify the status of Texas Sales and Use Tax permits.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Coke County?
Coke County court cases are searchable through the Texas Court Records - Court Records - Guides at Texas State Law Library portal: https://guides.sll.texas.gov/court-records. Texas also operates a state-level case lookup through the re:SearchTX system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Texas?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Texas record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
Can I find out if someone is divorced in Texas?
Yes. Search the court case index for the person's name in the county where they lived. Most Texas counties offer free online case-search portals. The state vital records office also issues divorce verifications for a fee.
How do I run a Texas background check?
Texas background checks are handled by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.