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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Mcmullen County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 6 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Mcmullen County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Mcmullen County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
565
Population
Census estimate
202
Households
Census estimate
$60,313
Median income
Annual household
$105,100
Median home value
Census ACS
Tilden
County seat
In Texas
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
see state portal
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
2 sources
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
1 source
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Mcmullen County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Mcmullen County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Texas Court Records - Court Records - Guides at Texas State … Fourth Court of Appeals |
| Criminal records | McMullen County, TX Arrests, Warrants, Police Records Search Texas DPS — Crime Records |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Mcmullen County state portal below |
| Property records | No verified source — see Mcmullen County state portal below |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Mcmullen County state portal below |
| Voter records | McMullen County Voter Registration Figures Elections – McMullen County |
| Professional licenses | Official Public Records | McLennan County, TX |
| Recorded documents | McMullen County Records Available on Microfilm from Texas St… |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Mcmullen County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Mcmullen County Records
2026
Mcmullen County court records portal verified
State court system links for Mcmullen County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Mcmullen County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Mcmullen County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed 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 Mcmullen County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Mcmullen County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Mcmullen 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 Mcmullen County Records
❌ Myth: "Mcmullen County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Mcmullen County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Mcmullen 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 Mcmullen County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Texas state repository has verified, current Mcmullen County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Mcmullen County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Mcmullen 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)
- guides.sll.texas.gov — Court records — official source
- www.dps.texas.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.sos.texas.gov — Voter records — official source
- www.mclennan.gov — Licenses — official source
- www.tsl.texas.gov — Recorded documents — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Mcmullen County & Texas Records
For records not specific to Mcmullen 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 Mcmullen County, Texas
McMullen is located in Texas. The county seat is Tilden.
- Population: 565
- Households: 202
- Median household income: $60,313
- Median home value: $105,100
- Below poverty line: 14.9%
- Land area: 1,139.8 sq mi
- Population density: 0.5 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 0
- NCES schools indexed: 1
Texas Court Records - Court Records - Guides at Texas State Law Library
Official Free
This guide explains where to find Texas and federal court records.
Fourth Court of Appeals
Official Free
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
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 .
Elections – McMullen County
Official Free
501 River Street Tilden, Texas 78072 · Phone: 361-274-3215 Fax: 361-274-3858 Email: Mattie.Martinez@mcmullencounty.org
IvisMvpUi
Official Free
McMullen County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas . As of the 2020 census, its population was 600, making it the fourth-least populous county in Texas. Its county seat is Tilden. The county was established from parts of Bexar County, Atascosa County, and Live Oak County in 1858 ...
Official Public Records | McLennan County, TX
Official Free
All documents that were recorded from January 1, 1996 to present can be located through our online Official Public Records search tool.
TDLR Active License Search
Official Free
TDLR License Data Search (Active Licenses only) Search Help | Download License files | Download Other | Questions/Comments
McMullen County Records Available on Microfilm from Texas State Library and Archives Commission | Texas State Library
Official Free
DEED RECORD, 1871-1910 Index: For an index to the Deed Record, 1877-1895, request Reel 1012544. Note: Volume E contained patents and tax deeds. Reel 1012547 1871-1878 Vol. A Reel 1012545 1878-1880 Vol. B 1880-1882 Vol. C Reel 1012546 1882-1883 Vol. D Reel 1012547 1882-1910 Vol.
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 ...
Texas Comptroller Business Search
Business, Voter & Other
TX Comptroller entity search.
mycpa.cpa.state.tx.us
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Mcmullen County?
Mcmullen County court cases are searchable through the Texas Court Records - Court Records - Guides at Texas State Law Library portal: https://guides.sll.texas.gov/court-records. 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.
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.
How do I run a Texas background check?
Texas background checks are handled by the Texas Department of Public Safety. Name-based searches are available through the official state portal (per-search fee applies). Fingerprint-based checks — required for licensing, foster care, and many employers — must be submitted through an approved vendor.