Searching Fannin County: what to expect
Fannin County publishes some records directly — a single local source below — and leans on state systems for the rest. No online docket is listed for the county itself; the Texas court records page maps the alternatives, and the clerk fills direct requests. The standout local source is co.fannin.tx.us, covering general county records. 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 Fannin County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 6 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Fannin County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Fannin County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
38,650
Population
Census estimate
12,699
Households
Census estimate
$65,835
Median income
Annual household
$193,200
Median home value
Census ACS
Bonham
County seat
In Texas
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
1 source
Property records
3 sources
Vital records
2 sources
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
1 source
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Fannin County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Fannin County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Fannin County Court Public Records Search COVID-19 Operating Plan for the 336th District Court and ... |
| Criminal records | Fannin County, Texas Criminal Records | FanninRecords.us Texas DPS — Crime Records |
| Wants & warrants | Fannin County Sheriff Office, TX, Arrest Warrants Search |
| Property records | Fannin County Clerk Official Public Records | TexasFile About CountyGovernmentRecords.com |
| Vital records | Fannin County, Texas Public Records Lookup | FanninRecords.u… Fannin County TX Birth Certificate, Marriage & Death Rec… |
| Voter records | 2025 Elections - Fannin County Fannin County Voter Registration Figures |
| Professional licenses | TDLR Active License Search |
| Recorded documents | Fannin County Records Available on Microfilm from Paris Juni… |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Fannin County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Fannin County Records
2026
Fannin County court records portal verified
State court system links for Fannin County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Fannin County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Fannin County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Fannin County property records online
Fannin County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
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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 Fannin County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Fannin County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Fannin 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 Fannin County Records
MYTH"Fannin County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Fannin County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Fannin 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 Fannin County data."
FACTOnly the official Texas state repository has verified, current Fannin County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Fannin County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Fannin 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
- www.co.fannin.tx.us — Court records — official source
- fanninrecords.us — Criminal records — official source
- www.citydirectory.us — Vital records — official source
- www.sos.state.tx.us — Voter records — official source
- www.tsl.texas.gov — Recorded documents — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Fannin County & Texas Records
For records not specific to Fannin 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
Most Fannin County searches end up needing one of these:
About Fannin County, Texas
Fannin County is located in the North Texas Region of Texas. The county seat is Bonham.
- Population: 38,650
- Households: 12,699
- Median household income: $65,835
- Median home value: $193,200
- Below poverty line: 12.8%
- Land area: 877.9 sq mi
- Population density: 44.0 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 3
- NCES schools indexed: 23
Fannin County Clerk Official Public Records | TexasFile
Official Free
Day-to-day records for Fannin County pass through the clerk's office reached here. It is independently run, so verify anything critical against the official property and tax office.
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.
Fannin County CAD
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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.
Fannin County, Texas
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Fannin County Administrative Offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day · Public Court Records Search
Fannin County Court Public Records Search
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Fannin County Administrative Offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day · Public Court Records Search
COVID-19 Operating Plan for the 336th District Court and ...
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Court case information for Fannin County, Texas. For copies the site doesn't display, the clerk fills requests at a per-page rate. Coverage is deepest for recent decades and thins out further back — check the stated start dates.
Texas DPS — Crime Records
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Texas Department of Public Safety — Crime Records Service. Official statewide criminal-history check (CCH).
PublicSite Sor Public SORNA
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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 .
Fannin County TX Birth Certificate, Marriage & Death Records
Official Free
This is the request channel for Fannin County vital records — births, deaths, and marriages. Searching the official side is free.
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.
2025 Elections - Fannin County
Official Free
Voter registration and election information for Fannin County, Texas. Lookups confirm registration status, party, districts, and the correct polling place. Absentee and mail-ballot tracking usually runs through the same portal.
Fannin County Voter Registration Figures
Official Free
Voter registration status, polling place, and ballot lookup.
Texas SOS – My Voter Portal
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Texas's My Voter Portal. Confirm your registration, districts, and polling location — the official statewide check maintained by the Secretary of State.
Sheriff's Office - Fannin County, Texas
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For Estray Notices Click Here · Sheriff's Office Fees For Fees Click Here
Fannin County Records Available on Microfilm from Paris Junior College | Texas State Library
Official Free
DEED RECORD, 1838-1886 Index: For indexes to the Deed Record request the following reels: Reel 1293750 1838-1869 1869-1878 1878-1885 (A-G) Reel 1293751 1878-1885 (H-Z) 1885-1895 1895-1896 1896-1900 Reel 1293752 1838-1841 Vol. A 1841-1846 Vol. B (to page 485) Reel 1293753 1846-1847 Vol.
Texas | County Voter Registrar Directory
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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.
TDLR Active License Search
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TDLR License Data Search (Active Licenses only) Search Help | Download License files | Download Other | Questions/Comments
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Fannin County?
Fannin County court cases are searchable through the COVID-19 Operating Plan for the 336th District Court and ... portal: https://www.txcourts.gov/media/1450447/fannin-county_updated.pdf. 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.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Texas if I wasn't convicted?
In Texas, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Texas's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Are Fannin County records free to search?
Yes — every link on this page goes to an official government source. Basic searches are free. Certified copies and formal background checks carry the standard government fee.