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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Martin County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.

Martin County — Key Numbers (2026)

Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Martin County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
5,179
Population
Census estimate
1,912
Households
Census estimate
$70,217
Median income
Annual household
$143,500
Median home value
Census ACS
Stanton
County seat
In Texas
Martin County Records Availability Map
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
1 source
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
3 sources
Vital records
2 sources
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources   One source   Use state portal

Martin County Records at a Glance

Record typeMartin County verified sources
Court records25.0003 • General statutory county court jurisdiction.
Criminal recordsCurrent Inmate Roster - Martin County
Texas DPS — Crime Records
Wants & warrantsNo verified source — see Martin County state portal below
Property recordsMartin CAD
checkHuman.title - County Government Records
Vital recordsMartin County Records Available on Microfilm from University…
Texas Vital Records | Texas.gov
Voter recordsElections Administration Office | Martin County
Public Records - Martin County
Professional licensesQuick Links • County & District Clerk
Recorded documentsNo verified source — see Martin County state portal below
Martin County — Verified Record Sources by Type (2026)
Court records1Criminal records2Wants & warrants0Property records3Vital records2Voter records2Licenses1Recorded docs0
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Martin County. Data verified June 04, 2026.

What Changed in 2026 — Martin County Records

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

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

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

For records not specific to Martin County, use Texas's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Texas statewide record systems:
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Other counties in Texas: Madison · Marion · Mason · Matagorda · Maverick

About Martin County, Texas

Martin County is located in the West Texas Region of Texas. The county seat is Stanton.

  • Population: 5,179
  • Households: 1,912
  • Median household income: $70,217
  • Median home value: $143,500
  • Below poverty line: 16.9%
  • Land area: 915.0 sq mi
  • Population density: 5.7 people / sq mi
  • Public libraries indexed: 1
  • NCES schools indexed: 4
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Martin CAD
Official Free
To courteously and professionally in compliance with the statutes of the Texas Property Tax Code. The Martin County Appraisal District appraises property for ad valorem taxation of these taxing authorities
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Texas Land Records Real Property Official Records Search
Official Free
Access property records, Access real properties
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Current Inmate Roster - Martin County
Official Free
Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more · Martin County Texas • 301 N. Saint Peter Street • Stanton, TX 79782 • Phone: 432-607-3535 • Fax: 432-756-2992
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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.
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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 .
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Martin County Records Available on Microfilm from University of Texas - Permian Basin | Texas State Library
Official Free
MARRIAGE RECORD 1885-1950 Index: For an index to Marriage Record, 1885-1950, request Reel 1987215. Reel 1987215 1885-1927 Vol. 1 1928-1928 Vol. 2 1928-1940 Vol. 3 1939-1940 Vol. 4 (to page 56) Reel 1987216 1940-1949 Vol.
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Texas Vital Records | Texas.gov
Official Free
Request vital records you need online, including birth certificates, death certificates, marriage and divorce verification letters, and more.
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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.
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Elections Administration Office | Martin County
Official Free
Register to vote, give a change of address, or discover election results through the Elections Administration office.
VT
Public Records - Martin County
Official Free
Skip to main content · Martin County · Martin County Supervisor of Elections · Accessibility · Font Size Small · Font Size Medium · Font Size Large · Regular · Contrast · Text Only
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Martin County Chamber of Commerce · Texas AgriLife Extension · Texas Department of Safety: Driver's Licenses · Emergency Management Office of the Governor · Texas Division of Emergency Management DPS · /QuickLinks.aspx · Martin County Tax Appraisal District ·
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County & District Clerk | Martin County
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RECORDING CUT-OFF TIME Read On... Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. ... The Martin County Clerk is one of a few clerks in Texas that operates a
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25.0003 • General statutory county court jurisdiction.
Official Free
Howard County District Courts - 1 118th 24.220 Also serves Glasscock and Martin counties. General district court jurisdiction. County Courts at Law - 0 County Court 26.041-26.051 General county court jurisdiction. Justices of the Peace & Small Claims Courts - 3 2 precincts.
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Quick Links • County & District Clerk
Official Free
Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more · Martin County Texas • 301 N. Saint Peter Street • Stanton, TX 79782 • Phone: 432-607-3535 • Fax: 432-756-2992
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TDLR Active License Search
Official Free
Privacy and Security Policy | Accessibility | Open Records Policy | Link Policy Compact with Texans | Report Suspected Fraud, Waste, or Abuse | Texas.gov | Statewide Search Border Programs Team | Texas Transparency | Texas Veterans Portal | Contact TDLR
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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 ...
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Martin 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 ...
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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 Martin County?
Martin 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.
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 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.
Are Martin 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.