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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Comal County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Comal County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Comal County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
201,628
Population
Census estimate
63,957
Households
Census estimate
$93,744
Median income
Annual household
$369,400
Median home value
Census ACS
New Braunfels
County seat
In Texas
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
2 sources
Property records
3 sources
Vital records
2 sources
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
1 source
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Comal County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Comal County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Records & Resources | Comal County, Texas 08-9176 Comal County District Courts Local Rules – E-filing |
| Criminal records | Most Wanted Crime Records Services - Texas Department of Public Safety |
| Wants & warrants | Comal County, TX Arrests, Warrants, Police Records Search Comal County Sheriff Office, TX, Arrest Warrants Search |
| Property records | Comal Appraisal District – Official Site checkHuman.title - County Government Records |
| Vital records | Acquire Free Comal County Public Records on Anyone Records |Comal County, Texas |
| Voter records | Elections & Voter Registration | Comal County, TX Elections and Voter Registration-Comal County, Texas |
| Professional licenses | Comal County, Texas Public Records Lookup | ComalRecords ... |
| Recorded documents | Comal County, TX | Official Website |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Comal County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Comal County Records
2026
Comal County court records portal verified
State court system links for Comal County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Comal County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Comal County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Comal County property records online
Comal 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 Comal County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Comal County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Comal 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 Comal County Records
❌ Myth: "Comal County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Comal County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Comal County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing 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 Comal County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Texas state repository has verified, current Comal County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Comal County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Comal County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially 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 (All Verified)
- www.co.comal.tx.us — Court records — official source
- www.dps.texas.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.comalcounty.gov — Voter records — official source
- comalrecords.us — Licenses — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Comal County & Texas Records
For records not specific to Comal 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
About Comal County, Texas
Comal County is located in the South Texas Region of Texas. The county seat is New Braunfels.
- Population: 201,628
- Households: 63,957
- Median household income: $93,744
- Median home value: $369,400
- Below poverty line: 6.1%
- Land area: 559.5 sq mi
- Population density: 360.3 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 4
- NCES schools indexed: 38
Records & Resources | Comal County, TX
Official Free
If you are trying to find a case or see what has been filed in a case, you can visit the Comal County Judicial Record Search page . Pursuant to Texas Rules of Civil Procedure 21(f)(10), the Comal County District Clerk's Office is integrated with re:Search TX, an approved electronic filing and ...
Records & Resources | Comal County, TX
Official Free
If you are trying to find a case or see what has been filed in a case, you can <strong>visit the Comal County Judicial Record Search page</strong>. Pursuant to Texas Rules of Civil Procedure 21(f)(10)
Comal Appraisal District – Official Site
Official Free
Within the website you will find property tax system, as well as information regarding specific properties within Comal County. If there is information you need that doesn’t appear or if you have suggestions that would make our site more user friendly, we welcome your input. The Comal Appraisal District is dedicated to serving the Public’s needs and increasing community’s knowledge of the Texas Property Tax
Texas Land Records Real Property Official Records Search
Official Free
Access property records, Access real properties
Records & Resources | Comal County, Texas
Official Free
Records Maintained by the District Clerk · If you are trying to find a case or see what has been filed in a case, you can visit the Comal County Judicial Record Search page by clicking here
08-9176 Comal County District Courts Local Rules – E-filing
Official Free
The Public Safety Report System (PSRS) is now live. General Information | PSRS Training & Resource Information | Completed Bail Forms | SB 9 Guidance & FAQ
Most Wanted
Official Free
Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
Crime Records Services - Texas Department of Public Safety
Official Free
© 2026 Texas Department of Public Safety. PDF files require Adobe Reader or compatible
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 .
Corrections | Comal County, TX
Official Free
The Comal County Jail is devoted to keeping our community safe by ensuring the safety and security of our inmates through professional, highly trained Detention Officers who are held to the highest st
Acquire Free Comal County Public Records on Anyone
Official Free
Find free Comal County public records seamlessly. Efficiently search court, marital, arrest, and more records today using this resource.
Records |Comal County, Texas
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Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
Official Free
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has notified DSHS that two Texas residents were Need a copy of your birth certificate? We can help you. Vital Statistics maintains birth records for the state of Texas.
Elections & Voter Registration | Comal County, TX
Official Free
Comal County Elections and Voter Registration is managed by the Elections Coordinator who is under the County Clerk. The office is located at 396 North Seguin Avenue just past the courthouse annex building . Comal County is a vote center county.
Elections and Voter Registration-Comal County, Texas
Official Free
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Official Free
Within the website you will find Comal County. If there is information you need that doesn’t appear or if you have suggestions that would make our site more user friendly, we welcome your input. The Comal Appraisal District is dedicated to serving the Public’s needs and increasing community’s knowledge of the Texas Property Tax
TDLR Active License Search
Official Free
TDLR License Data Search (Active Licenses only) Search Help | Download License files | Download Other | Questions/Comments
Comal County, TX | Official Website
Official Free
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County Clerks
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Skip to Main Content · The Office of the Texas Secretary of State will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day · IN-PERSON SERVICES FOR THE OFFICE OF THE TEXAS SECRETARY OF STATE HAVE MOVED TO 400 W. 15TH STREET. PARKING DETAILS AND MORE INFORMATION · Apostille/Authentication ...
Comal County
Official Free
Field notes are the narrative record of the cadastral survey . They are written in tabular format and contain the detailed descriptions of entire survey process including the instrumentation and procedures utilized, calling all physical evidence evaluated in the survey process, and listing all ...
Texas Comptroller Business Search
Business, Voter & Other
TX Comptroller entity search.
mycpa.cpa.state.tx.us
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Comal County?
Comal County court cases are searchable through the 08-9176 Comal County District Courts Local Rules – E-filing portal: https://www.txcourts.gov/All_Archived_Documents/SupremeCourt/AdministrativeOrders/miscdocket/08/08917600.pdf. Texas also operates a state-level case lookup through the re:SearchTX system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Does an arrest show up on a background check before conviction in Texas?
Yes — in Texas, an arrest can appear on a name-based background check from the moment of booking, even before any court ruling. Whether it appears on an employment screening depends on the type of check (name-based vs. fingerprint-based) and how recent the arrest is.
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.
Are Comal 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.