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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Red River County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Red River County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Red River County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
11,696
Population
Census estimate
4,662
Households
Census estimate
$44,583
Median income
Annual household
$113,600
Median home value
Census ACS
Clarksville
County seat
In Texas
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
3 sources
Vital records
2 sources
Voter records
1 source
Professional licenses
1 source
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Red River County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Red River County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Brenna Williams, District Clerk - Red River County, Texas 100th District Court:Carson County |
| Criminal records | Red River County Arrests & Jail Records Lookup Texas DPS — Crime Records |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Red River County state portal below |
| Property records | Contact Us Help |
| Vital records | Red River County TX Birth Certificate, Marriage & Death … Red River County Records Available on Microfilm from Paris J… |
| Voter records | Red River County Voter Registration Figures |
| Professional licenses | Red River County, Texas |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Red River County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Red River County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Red River County Records
2026
Red River County court records portal verified
State court system links for Red River County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Red River County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Red River County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Red River County property records online
Red River 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 Red River County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Red River County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Red River 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 Red River County Records
❌ Myth: "Red River County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Red River County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Red River 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 Red River County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Texas state repository has verified, current Red River County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Red River County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Red River 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.co.red-river.tx.us — Court records — official source
- www.dps.texas.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.citydirectory.us — Vital records — official source
- www.sos.texas.gov — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Red River County & Texas Records
For records not specific to Red River 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:
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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 Red River County, Texas
Red River County is located in the East Texas Region of Texas. The county seat is Clarksville.
- Population: 11,696
- Households: 4,662
- Median household income: $44,583
- Median home value: $113,600
- Below poverty line: 20.2%
- Land area: 1,043.9 sq mi
- Population density: 11.2 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 1
- NCES schools indexed: 12
Contact Us
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Located in Red River County, Texas · JAMES GODWIN · PO BOX 461 · CLARKSVILLE TX 75426 · (903) 427-4181 · Home · Property Search · Tax Collection · Forms · Log In · Additional Links · Contact Us · Parcel Maps · Links · RR Co. Tax Office · Property Tax Info ·
Texas Land Records Real Property Official Records Search
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Access property records, Access real properties
Texas 6 | Sixth Court of Appeals
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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.
Red River County, Texas
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TO PAY TAXES ONLINE OR VIEW AND PRINT STATEMENT CLICK HERE · Red River County adopted a tax rate that will raise more taxes for maintenance and operations than last year's tax rate. The tax rate
Brenna Williams, District Clerk - Red River County, Texas
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Red River County District Clerk Court Filing Fees Effective Jan 1, 2022 · Self help resource links: OCA Self -Help Page Texas Law Help E-File Texas Self Help Texas Court Help Texas State Law Library - Self Help Lawyer Referral & Information Services Child Support Program of the Office of the ...
100th District Court:Carson County
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Is this county the primary location for the court? No · Website: http://www.co.red-river.tx.us/default.aspx?Red-River_County/102nd.District. (903) 427-3761 · SUBMIT CORRECTIONS BY EMAIL TO JUDINFO @ TXCOURTS . GOV. IF THE SUMMARY IS CORRECT AND COMPLETE, NO FURTHER ACTION IS NEEDED.
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 .
Red River County TX Birth Certificate, Marriage & Death Records
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The Red River County Vital Records Office provides you with birth, death, and marriage certificates . Contact details and address here.
Red River County Records Available on Microfilm from Paris Junior College | Texas State Library
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MARRIAGE RECORD, 1846-1934 Index: For indexes to the Marriage Record (Volume G) request the following reels: Reel 1295731 1890-1907 Reel 1295732 1907-1931 Volumes B to F were indexed in each volume. For an index to Volume A request Reel 1295730. Note: An earlier form of Volume B was contained in the same volume as the Muster Rolls.
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.
Red River County Voter Registration Figures
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Red River County Voter Registration Figures
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Red River County is a county in the U.S. state of Texas . As of the 2020 census, its population was 11,587. Its county seat is Clarksville. The county was created in 1835 and organized in 1837. It is named for the Red River, which forms its northern boundary.
Red River County, Texas
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Chassidy Chandler RED RIVER COUNTY ANNEX BLDG. 200 N. Walnut Street Clarksville, TX 75426 Phone: 903-427-2401 · email address: chassidy.chandler@redrivercountytx.gov Office Hours: Monday - Thursday 8am to 5pm Closed On Fridays
TDLR Active License Search
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TDLR License Data Search (Active Licenses only) Search Help | Download License files | Download Other | Questions/Comments
County Clerks
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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 ...
Red River 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 Red River County?
Red River County court cases are searchable through the 100th District Court:Carson County portal: https://www.txcourts.gov/media/1460597/district-courts.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.
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 Texas criminal records public?
Mostly yes. Texas's public-records law makes adult arrests, court filings, and conviction histories accessible to anyone unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Juvenile cases and sealed records are generally excluded by statute.