How to Search Sterling County Records (Start Here)
Sterling County maintains 2 searchable databases across its government offices.
- Criminal and civil case records are filed with the District Clerk.
- Start with the Appraisal District for any property-related search.
- The County Clerk issues and records marriage licenses.
Keep in mind: District Clerk handles felonies/divorces, County Clerk handles property/marriages.
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Property & Tax
Property | CAD
Sterling County Appraisal District real property database, taxation information, forms. Address: Sterling CAD, 616 4th St., Sterling City, TX 76951-9998. Phone: 325-378-7711.
sterlingcad.org
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Business & Other
Sterling County
Official government website of Sterling County, Texas.
co.sterling.tx.us
BZ
Business & Other
Official .gov
N.R. Stegall to Ireland, March 31, 1884 | Texas State Library
Public records resource for Sterling County. Source: wiki_externallinks.
tsl.texas.gov
These databases link to official government portals — no middleman, no fees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who handles court records in Sterling County? ▼
Go to the District Clerk (felony/civil) / County Clerk (misdemeanor/probate) for court records in Sterling County. For online case lookups, use re:SearchTX — it covers Texas District Court cases statewide.
Who handles property records in Sterling 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 Sterling County? ▼
Marriage licenses in Sterling 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 Sterling County records available online? ▼
Online access in Sterling 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 Sterling 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 Sterling County? ▼
For court records, yes — re:SearchTX covers Sterling County. For property and land records, you still need the County Clerk in Sterling County directly.
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