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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Dimmit County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 3 primary .gov / official sources cited below.

Dimmit County — Key Numbers (2026)

Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Dimmit County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
8,181
Population
Census estimate
2,808
Households
Census estimate
$27,374
Median income
Annual household
$75,900
Median home value
Census ACS
Carrizo Springs
County seat
In Texas
Dimmit County Records Availability Map
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
1 source
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

Dimmit County Records at a Glance

Record typeDimmit County verified sources
Court recordsB P H P C V J C T I R W E K L T D H B J A J H S U Z L D D K …
Criminal recordsTexas DPS — Crime Records
Wants & warrantsNo verified source — see Dimmit County state portal below
Property recordsDimmit CAD Property Search
checkHuman.title - County Government Records
Vital recordsDimmit Co. Records
Voter recordsNo verified source — see Dimmit County state portal below
Professional licensesDimmitcountychamber
Recorded documentsNo verified source — see Dimmit County state portal below
Dimmit County — Verified Record Sources by Type (2026)
Court records1Criminal records1Wants & warrants0Property records3Vital records1Voter records0Licenses1Recorded docs0
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Dimmit County. Data verified June 04, 2026.

What Changed in 2026 — Dimmit County Records

2026
Dimmit County court records portal verified
State court system links for Dimmit County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Dimmit County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Dimmit County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Dimmit County property records online
Dimmit 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 Dimmit County Records Pathway

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Step 1 — Start at the Dimmit County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Dimmit 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 Dimmit County Records

❌ Myth: "Dimmit County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Dimmit County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Dimmit 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 Dimmit County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Texas state repository has verified, current Dimmit County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Dimmit County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Dimmit 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)

Related — Dimmit County & Texas Records

For records not specific to Dimmit County, use Texas's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Texas statewide record systems:
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Other counties in Texas: Dewitt · Dickens · Donley · Duval · Eastland

About Dimmit County, Texas

Dimmit County is located in the South Texas Region of Texas. The county seat is Carrizo Springs.

  • Population: 8,181
  • Households: 2,808
  • Median household income: $27,374
  • Median home value: $75,900
  • Below poverty line: 43.6%
  • Land area: 1,328.9 sq mi
  • Population density: 6.2 people / sq mi
  • Public libraries indexed: 1
  • NCES schools indexed: 6
DIMMIT CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT BOARD OF ...
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An appraisal district's board of directors has special authority within its county. Access our resources for more information.
Dimmit County, Texas Public Records | PublicRecordCenter.com
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Property tax records can be searched at the Assessor-Collector's office to determine current assessed values, exemptions, and payment status. The Appraisal District may offer online property search capabilities through their website.
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Dimmit County Records Available on Microfilm from Texas A & M International University | Texas State Library
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Home > Archives & Reference > Genealogy Resources > County Records on Microfilm > Dimmit County (this page) Dimmit County Records These county records are available on microfilm from:
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Dimmit CAD Property Search
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VALUES DISPLAYED ARE PRELIMINARY FOR 2026 AND ARE SUBJECT CHANGE PRIOR TO CERTIFICATION · Information provided for research purposes only. Legal descriptions and acreage amounts are for Appraisal District use only and should be verified prior to using for legal purpose and or documents.
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Texas Land Records Real Property Official Records Search
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Access property records, Access real properties
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District Court Map Sept 2018
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DIMMIT (9,996) *293, *365 · DONLEY (3,677) *100 · DUVAL (11,782) *229 · ASTLAND (18,583) 091 · ECTOR (137,130) 070, 161, 244, 358, 446 · EDWARDS (2,002) *452 · ELLIS (149,610) 040, 378, 443 · EL PASO (800,647) 034, 041, 065, 120, 168, 171, *205, 210, 243, 327, 346, 383, 384, 388, 409, 448 ·
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Texas DPS — Crime Records
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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 .
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Dimmit Co. Records
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QUALIFIED APPLICANT: Information about qualified applicant status can be found on the Texas Bureau of Vital Statistics web page. ADDRESS FOR ORDERING PROBATE, MARRIAGE, BIRTH, AND DEATH RECORDS: Dimmit County Clerk 103 N 5th St Carrizo Springs, TX 78834-3161 Phone: 830-876-3569
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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.
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Dimmitcountychamber
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We invite you to join us, our businesses, and communities, as we build and enjoy the bounty of Dimmit County's Commerce, Agriculture, Oil & Gas, Schools, Faith, Families, Hospital, Housing, Entertainment, Shopping, Hunting, Recreation, Golf, Fishing and more .
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TDLR Active License Search
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TDLR License Data Search (Active Licenses only) Search Help | Download License files | Download Other | Questions/Comments
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Dimmit County (/ˈdɪmɪt/ DIM-it) is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas . As of the 2020 census, its population was 8,615. Its county seat is Carrizo Springs. The county was founded in 1858 and later organized in 1880. It is named after Philip Dimmitt, a major figure in the Texas ...
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County Clerks
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District & County Clerk · Amanda Fisher · 100 East Bedford, Room 101, Dimmitt 79027 · (806) 647-3338 · FAX: (806) 647-5438 · Submit your Application for Ballot By Mail or Federal Postcard Application via email · CHAMBERS COUNTY · County Clerk · Heather H. Hawthorne ·
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Businesses
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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 ...
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County of Dimmit, TX
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County of Dimmit, Texas · Contact Us · Pay Bill Online · Commissioners Court · Public Notices · ELECTIONS · 04/12/2021 · Dimmit County Annex Building · Dimmit County Annex · Read More %> View All Events · View All News · Rodeo Arena and Conference Center Learn More ·
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Agendas & Minutes
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AGENDA ITEM REQUEST FORM 2024 2026 Commissioners Court Schedule Item and Post 2026 Dimmit County Holidays Minutes will be posted on website AFTER officially approved (which will be done at the next regular Commissioners Court Meeting).
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Sales Taxpayer Search
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TX Comptroller entity search.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I look up court cases in Dimmit County?
Dimmit County court cases are searchable through the B P H P C V J C T I R W E K L T D H B J A J H S U Z L D D K H S L L O J M G B K portal: https://www.txcourts.gov/media/1442225/district-court-map-sept-2018.pdf. Texas also operates a state-level case lookup through the re:SearchTX system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Does an active warrant show up on a background check in Texas?
Yes. Active warrants in Texas appear on name-based criminal background checks through the Texas Department of Public Safety system the moment they are entered. Some employers also run a separate NCIC warrant query, which catches federal warrants as well.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Texas?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Texas record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
Are Dimmit 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.