Searching Kerr County: what to expect
Kerr County does more online than most: 4 county-run sources below, which keeps courthouse trips to a minimum. 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 — portal-txkerr.tylertech.cloud for the sheriff's side — jail roster and inmate lookups, kerrcad.org for parcel and property-tax data. The county posts nothing for recorded documents, so that search runs through the statewide sources on our Texas recorded documents page.
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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Kerr County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Kerr County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Kerr County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
53,900
Population
Census estimate
22,024
Households
Census estimate
$66,713
Median income
Annual household
$260,700
Median home value
Census ACS
Kerrville
County seat
In Texas
Criminal records
4 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
3 sources
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Kerr County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Kerr County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | TX - Kerr County 25.0003 • General statutory county court jurisdiction. |
| Criminal records | Inmates Kerr County Jail Inmates | Jail Roster Search |
| Wants & warrants | |
| Property records | Kerr Central Appraisal District – Official Site Login |
| Vital records | Kerr County Courts | Welcome to Kerr County | Kerrville, TX |
| Voter records | Texas SOS – My Voter Portal |
| Professional licenses | Kerr County Clerk | Welcome to Kerr County | Kerrville, TX |
| Recorded documents | County Clerks Assumed Business Names Sales Taxpayer Search |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Kerr County. Sources reviewed June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Kerr County Records
2026
Kerr County court records portal verified
State court system links for Kerr County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Kerr County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Kerr County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Kerr County property records online
Kerr 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 Kerr County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Kerr County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Kerr 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 Kerr County Records
MYTH"Kerr County maintains all criminal records."
FACTCriminal records for Kerr County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
MYTH"Records sealed in Kerr 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 Kerr County data."
FACTOnly the official Texas state repository has verified, current Kerr County data. Free sites often have stale data.
MYTH"The Kerr County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
FACTThe Kerr 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.txcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- www.dps.texas.gov — Criminal records — official source
- kerrcountytx.gov — Vital records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Kerr County & Texas Records
For records not specific to Kerr 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
Skip the directory — step-by-step Texas guides that use these databases:
About Kerr County, Texas
Kerr County is located in the South Texas Region of Texas. The county seat is Kerrville.
- Population: 53,900
- Households: 22,024
- Median household income: $66,713
- Median home value: $260,700
- Below poverty line: 12.5%
- Land area: 1,103.3 sq mi
- Population density: 48.9 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 2
- NCES schools indexed: 20
Inmates
Official Free
Current inmate roster for Kerr County, Texas, published by the sheriff's office. Search with the exact legal name; nicknames are the usual reason a lookup comes up empty.
Kerr County's Most Wanted
Official Free
If you have information on the location of these fugitives, contact KERR COUNTY CRIME STOPPERS 24 hours a day at: 1-830-896-TIPS (8477) Wanted for: BOND FORFEITURE/AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT CHILD x5, BONDFORFETURE/SEX ABUSE OF CHILD CONTINUOUS: VICTIM UNDER 14, BOND FOREITURE/ POSSESSION
Crime Records Services - Texas Department of Public Safety
Official Free
This statewide Texas source includes Kerr County in its coverage. Searching the official side is free.
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 .
Kerr Central Appraisal District – Official Site
Official Free
Within this site you will find general information about the District and the ad valorem property tax system in Texas, as well as information regarding specific properties within the district.
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.
Kerr County Public Records | Welcome to Kerr County | Kerrville, TX
Official Free
Kerr County maintains records for access by any member of the public. You may also consider contacting the department you need directly for guidance about accessing publicly-available information rele
TX - Kerr County
Official Free
Court case information for Kerr County, Texas. Coverage is deepest for recent decades and thins out further back — check the stated start dates. Hearing calendars on the same system show what is coming up, not just what happened.
25.0003 • General statutory county court jurisdiction.
Official Free
County Courts at Law - 0 County Court 26.232; 26.041-26.051 General county court jurisdiction. In addition, civil cases $0.01 - $200, forcible entry and detainer, and foreclosure of mortgages and enforcement of liens on personal property within the jurisdiction of the justice court.
Kerr County Courts | Welcome to Kerr County | Kerrville, TX
Official Free
Rules and Procedure Electronic Filing of Court Documents Standing Order for Spring Break Visitation Standing Order in Family Law Cases Standing Discovery Control Order for Criminal Misdemeanors Kerr County Attorney Appointments Standing Order and Fee Schedule for Compensation of Attorneys Appointed to Represent Indigent Defendants in the Kerr County Court at Law of Kerr County, Texas County Court at Law Web Page The Lawyer Referral Information Service (LRlS) Texas Court Help - English Texas Court Help - Spanish Texas Law Help
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.
Kerr County Clerk | Welcome to Kerr County | Kerrville, TX
Official Free
Trustee Sales are held on the first Tuesday of each month at the front entrance of the Kerr County Courthouse, 700 Main Street in Kerrville, Texas, or as designated by the Kerr County Commissioners' Court. To complete the online application process for your DBA, you will need to appear in person (signature required along with a valid drivers license) Once completed, we will provide your "DBA Certificate" this allows you to open an account with your banker for: Any other Business types will need to be done with the Secretary of State's office; for example
TDLR Active License Search
Official Free
TDLR License Data Search (Active Licenses only) Search Help | Download License files | Download Other | Questions/Comments
Texas SOS — My Voter Portal
Official Free
Texas Secretary of State — My Voter Portal: registration status, polling place lookup, and sample ballot.
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.
Assumed Business Names
Official Free
Official Kerr County, Texas government source (kerrcountytx.gov).
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
Kerr County Tax Office Property Search
Official Free
Assessment and tax records covering Kerr County are published through this system. Confirm details with the official public record office before relying on them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Kerr County?
Kerr County court cases are searchable through the 25.0003 • General statutory county court jurisdiction. portal: https://www.txcourts.gov/All_Archived_documents/JudicialInformation/pubs/AR97/judad.htm. Texas also operates a state-level case lookup through the re:SearchTX system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Are Texas marriage records public?
Marriage records in Texas are generally public — anyone can verify that a marriage occurred and request a non-certified copy. Certified copies (needed for legal purposes like name changes or immigration) may be restricted to the spouses, immediate family, or those with a court order.
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.
Are Kerr 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.