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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Hood County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 4 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Hood County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Hood County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
69,126
Population
Census estimate
24,734
Households
Census estimate
$80,013
Median income
Annual household
$249,400
Median home value
Census ACS
Granbury
County seat
In Texas
Criminal records
1 source
Court records
1 source
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
5 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Hood County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Hood County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | COVID-19 Operating Plan for the Hood County Judiciary |
| Criminal records | Texas DPS — Crime Records |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Hood County state portal below |
| Property records | HOOD CENTRAL APPRAISAL DISTRICT P O BOX 819 * * 1902 WEST PE… Hood Central Appraisal District |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Hood County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Hood County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Hood County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Hood County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Hood County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Hood County Records
2026
Hood County court records portal verified
State court system links for Hood County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Hood County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Hood County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Hood County property records online
Hood 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 Hood County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Hood County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Hood 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 Hood County Records
❌ Myth: "Hood County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Hood County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Hood 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 Hood County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Texas state repository has verified, current Hood County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Hood County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Hood 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.txcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- www.dps.texas.gov — Criminal records — official source
- publicsite.dps.texas.gov — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Hood County & Texas Records
For records not specific to Hood 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 Hood County, Texas
Hood County is located in the North Texas Region of Texas. The county seat is Granbury.
- Population: 69,126
- Households: 24,734
- Median household income: $80,013
- Median home value: $249,400
- Below poverty line: 8.9%
- Land area: 420.7 sq mi
- Population density: 164.3 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 1
- NCES schools indexed: 18
BUSINESS PERSONAL PROPERTY OPT OUT FORM
Official Free
GRANBURY TEXAS 76048 · Phone (817) 573-2471 Fax (817) 573-6451 · email: hoodapp@hoodcad.net www.hood-cad.org · DO NOT MAIL A BUSINESS PERSONAL PROPERTY RENDITION · Name and · address of · property · owner. Property · description · and property · location. Please ·
Hood Central Appraisal District
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P O BOX 819 1902 W. PEARL STREET GRANBURY, TEXAS 76048 SEE CONTACT LIST IN PUBLICATIONS FOR FOR EMAILS · Email: HOODAPP@HOODCAD.NET
Texas Land Records Real Property Official Records Search
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Access property records, Access real properties
Criminal History Name Search | TxDPS Crime Records Division
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Hood County, TX
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Welcome to Hood County Texas! You're not imagining it, we moved to a brand new website and URL! It may take a little bit more polish, but with your help and patience, this site will become a seco
COVID-19 Operating Plan for the Hood County Judiciary
Official Free
The Texas Judiciary prides itself on being efficient and transparent. Texas has one of the largest judicial systems in the country, with over 450 District Courts, 14 Intermediate Courts of Appeals, and two High Courts with statewide jurisdiction.
Texas DPS — Crime Records
Official Free
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
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 .
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.
TDLR Active License Search
Official Free
TDLR License Data Search (Active Licenses only) Search Help | Download License files | Download Other | Questions/Comments
County Clerks
Official Free
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 ...
Hood County
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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 ...
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Hood County?
Hood County court cases are searchable through the COVID-19 Operating Plan for the Hood County Judiciary portal: https://www.txcourts.gov/media/1450492/hood-county.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.
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.
What's the difference between a court record and a criminal record in Texas?
A court record shows everything filed in a specific case — pleadings, motions, judgments. A criminal record (rap sheet) is a person-centric history from the Texas Department of Public Safety that aggregates arrests and dispositions across all courts in Texas. Court records are searched by case; criminal records by person.