How to Search Leon County Records (Start Here)
Public records in Leon County are maintained by 4 separate government offices.
- All court filings go through the District Clerk.
- For property ownership and values, check the Appraisal District.
- For marriage records, contact the County Clerk.
Important: District Clerk handles felonies/divorces, County Clerk handles property/marriages.
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Leon County Appraisal District real estate and mineral property rolls. Address: Leon CAD, 141 W. Saint Mary's St., Centerville, TX 75833-3456. Phone: 903-536-2252.
leoncad.org
Each database below serves a specific purpose — choose the one that fits your search.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Leon County? ▼
Go to the District Clerk (felony/civil) / County Clerk (misdemeanor/probate) for court records in Leon County. For online case lookups, use re:SearchTX — it covers Texas District Court cases statewide.
Who handles property records in Leon County? ▼
For deeds, mortgages, and liens, go to the County Clerk. For property values and assessment data, go to the County Appraisal District (CAD). For tax bills and payments, go to the County Tax Assessor-Collector.
How do I get birth, death, or marriage records in Leon County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Leon County are issued by the County Clerk. Birth and death certificates are available from County Clerk (marriage) / DSHS (birth, death). Divorce records come from the court that granted the decree.
Are Leon County records available online? ▼
Online access in Leon County is limited. We list 2 databases here. For most other records, you will need to contact the county offices directly by phone or in person.
What is the difference between the District Clerk and the County Clerk in Leon County? ▼
Texas splits court duties between two clerks. The District Clerk handles felony criminal cases and civil cases filed in District Court. The County Clerk handles misdemeanors, probate, and records property documents like deeds and liens. For criminal matters, start with the District Clerk. For everything else, start with the County Clerk.
Is there a statewide search that covers Leon County? ▼
For court records, yes — re:SearchTX covers Leon County. For property and land records, you still need the County Clerk in Leon County directly.
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