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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all De Witt County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
De Witt County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for De Witt County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
20,252
Population
Census estimate
6,586
Households
Census estimate
$61,100
Median income
Annual household
$156,700
Median home value
Census ACS
Cuero
County seat
In Texas
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
3 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
see state portal
Vital records
1 source
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
De Witt County Records at a Glance
| Record type | De Witt County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | MINUTES OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT OF DE WITT COUNTY, TEXAS DeWitt County, Texas |
| Criminal records | DeWitt County Arrests & Jail Records Lookup Texas DPS — Crime Records |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see De Witt County state portal below |
| Property records | No verified source — see De Witt County state portal below |
| Vital records | DeWitt County Records Available on Microfilm from Victoria C… |
| Voter records | Elections Office - DeWitt County Texas Texas Voter Registration | Texas.gov |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see De Witt County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | Quantity Total $ $ $ Full Name of Applicant #1 Full Name of … |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for De Witt County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — De Witt County Records
2026
De Witt County court records portal verified
State court system links for De Witt County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
De Witt County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for De Witt County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed 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 De Witt County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the De Witt County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the De Witt 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 De Witt County Records
❌ Myth: "De Witt County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for De Witt County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in De Witt 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 De Witt County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Texas state repository has verified, current De Witt County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The De Witt County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The De Witt 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.dewitt.tx.us — Court records — official source
- www.dps.texas.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.tsl.texas.gov — Vital records — official source
- www.texas.gov — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — De Witt County & Texas Records
For records not specific to De Witt 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 De Witt County, Texas
De Witt is located in Texas. The county seat is Cuero.
- Population: 20,252
- Households: 6,586
- Median household income: $61,100
- Median home value: $156,700
- Below poverty line: 16.5%
- Land area: 909.0 sq mi
- Population density: 22.3 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 0
- NCES schools indexed: 0
MINUTES OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT OF DE WITT COUNTY, TEXAS
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& District Clerk's Association of Texas for County Clerk Natalie Carson and District Clerk Esther
DeWitt County, Texas
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County Clerk Natalie Carson 102 N. Clinton St., Suite 120 Cuero, Texas 77954 Phone: 361-275-0864 · County Clerk's Office Email for open records request, inquires, etc: dewitt-county-clerk@dwcotx.org
25.0003 • General statutory county court jurisdiction.
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County Court 26.161 No probate, juvenile, civil, or criminal jurisdiction. Justices of the Peace & Small Claims Courts - 6 6 precincts, 1 place each. De Witt County District Courts - 3 24th 24.125 135th 24.237 267th 24.444 Also serve Calhoun, Goliad, Jackson, Refugio, and Victoria counties.
Texas DPS — Crime Records
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Official websites use .gov A .gov Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Multi-court Voice Case Information System: 866-222-8029 ext.
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 .
Elections Office - DeWitt County Texas
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Deidra McCollum Elections Administrator · Peyton Perez Assistant Elections Administrator
Texas Voter Registration | Texas.gov
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Learn who can vote in Texas, how to check if you're registered, register to vote in Texas, and prepare for voting day.
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DeWitt County is on the Gulf Coast Plain in southeastern Texas about forty-five miles inland from Copano Bay . It is bounded by Victoria, Goliad, Karnes, Gonzales, and Lavaca counties.
DeWitt County Records Available on Microfilm from Victoria College/University of Houston | Texas State Library
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MARRIAGE RECORD, 1847-1911 Index: For an index to the Marriage Record, 1846-1977, request Reel 1012057. Reel 1012058 1847-1857 Vols. A & B 1857-1870 Vol. C 1871-1883 Vol. D Reel 1012059 1883-1892 Vol. E 1892-1897 Vol. F Reel 1012060 1897-1900 Vol. G 1900-1904 Vol.
Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS)
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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.
Marriage License Eff 3.1.23
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DeWitt County Clerk · 102 N. Clinton St., Suite 120 · PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY · Cuero, Texas 77954 · 361-275-0864 · OFFICE USE ONLY · Volume/Page __________________ Clerk's Initials ___________________ APPLICATION FOR CERTIFIED COPY OF MARRIAGE LICENSE · APPLICATIONS WITHOUT SIGNATURE & ...
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 ...
De Witt County Government
Business, Voter & Other
De Witt County, Texas government portal.
co.dewitt.tx.us
Texas Comptroller Business Search
Business, Voter & Other
TX Comptroller entity search.
mycpa.cpa.state.tx.us
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 De Witt County?
De Witt 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.
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.
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 Texas criminal records public?
Mostly yes. Texas's public-records law makes adult arrests, court filings, and conviction histories accessible to anyone unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Juvenile cases and sealed records are generally excluded by statute.