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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Jim Wells County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Jim Wells County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Jim Wells County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
38,886
Population
Census estimate
12,914
Households
Census estimate
$46,626
Median income
Annual household
$91,600
Median home value
Census ACS
Alice
County seat
In Texas
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
1 source
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
1 source
Voter records
2 sources
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
Jim Wells County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Jim Wells County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Official Record Search - Quick Search - Jim Wells County, Te… Fourth Court of Appeals |
| Criminal records | Jim Wells County Arrests & Jail Records Lookup Texas DPS — Crime Records |
| Wants & warrants | Jim Wells County Sheriff Office, TX, Arrest Warrants Search |
| Property records | checkHuman.title - County Government Records Texas Land Records Real Property Official Records Search |
| Vital records | Jim Wells County Birth, Marriage, Death Certificates, Vital … |
| Voter records | Voter Information - Jim Wells County Elections Jim Wells County Voter Registration Figures |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Jim Wells County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Jim Wells County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Jim Wells County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Jim Wells County Records
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Jim Wells County court records portal verified
State court system links for Jim Wells County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Jim Wells County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Jim Wells County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
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Jim Wells County property records online
Jim Wells County property assessment and recorder office online portal 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 Jim Wells County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Jim Wells County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Jim Wells 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 Jim Wells County Records
❌ Myth: "Jim Wells County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Jim Wells County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Jim Wells 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 Jim Wells County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Texas state repository has verified, current Jim Wells County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Jim Wells County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Jim Wells 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)
- jimwells.tx.publicsearch.us — Court records — official source
- www.dps.texas.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.citydirectory.us — Vital records — official source
- jimwellscountyelections.gov — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Jim Wells County & Texas Records
For records not specific to Jim Wells 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 Jim Wells County, Texas
Jim Wells County is located in the Coastal Bend Region of Texas. The county seat is Alice.
- Population: 38,886
- Households: 12,914
- Median household income: $46,626
- Median home value: $91,600
- Below poverty line: 22.6%
- Land area: 865.2 sq mi
- Population density: 44.9 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 3
- NCES schools indexed: 22
www.jimwellscad.org
Official Free
The Employee Information System (EIS) application is no longer available effective May 31, 2025. Please contact your agency Human Resource or Payroll representative for any questions or inquiries · Search for and verify the status of Texas Sales and Use Tax permits.
Official Record Search - Quick Search - Jim Wells County, Texas County Clerk
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Fourth Court of Appeals
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The Fourth Court of Appeals is comprised of seven Justices who hear cases from thirty-two counties located in South Texas and the Texas Hill Country. Atascosa · Bandera · Bexar · Brooks · Dimmit · Duval · Edwards · Frio · Gillespie · ...
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 .
Voter Information - Jim Wells County Elections
Official Free
Contact us by phone at (361) 668-5711 to find out if you are currently registered to vote in Jim Wells County. You can also check your registration online at: https://teamrv-mvp.sos.texas.gov/MVP/mvp.do · March 3, 2026 Joint Primary Election ...
Jim Wells County Voter Registration Figures
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Jim Wells County Voter Registration Figures
Texas Land Records Real Property Official Records Search
Official Free
Access property records, Access real properties
Another Texas 10 Most Wanted Captured Fugitive
Official Free
Luis Alberto BECERRA , a Texas 10 Most Wanted Fugitive, was captured on October 5, 2024, near Alice, Texas, in Jim Wells County.
Jim Wells County Birth, Marriage, Death Certificates, Vital Records
Official Free
The Jim Wells County Registrar of Vital Statistics provides you with birth, death, and marriage certificates . This Vital Records office may be reached through the telephone number or email address given below. It is also possible to order your vital records online through the official website ...
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.
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
District & County Clerk · Zonia G. Morales · P.O. Box 878, Hebbronville 78361 · (361) 527-4031 · FAX: (361) 527-5843 · Submit your Application for Ballot By Mail or Federal Postcard Application via email · JIM WELLS COUNTY · County Clerk · J.C. Perez, III ·
Jim Wells 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 ...
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Jim Wells County?
Jim Wells County court cases are searchable through the Fourth Court of Appeals portal: https://www.txcourts.gov/4thcoa/. Texas also operates a state-level case lookup through the re:SearchTX system. For federal matters, see PACER.
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.
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.
How do I find someone in ICE custody?
Use the ICE Online Detainee Locator System (locator.ice.gov). You can search by A-number (alien registration number) or by biographical information (name, country of birth, date of birth). The system covers adult detainees currently in ICE custody.