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Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Trinity County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Texas state publishers on the review date. 5 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Trinity County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Trinity County, Texas — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
14,489
Population
Census estimate
5,946
Households
Census estimate
$51,165
Median income
Annual household
$104,300
Median home value
Census ACS
Groveton
County seat
In Texas
Criminal records
2 sources
Court records
2 sources
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
2 sources
Vital records
2 sources
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
Trinity County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Trinity County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Trinity County, Texas Twelfth Court of Appeals |
| Criminal records | Current Inmates - Trinity County, Texas Texas DPS — Crime Records |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Trinity County state portal below |
| Property records | Help Texas Land Records Real Property Official Records Search |
| Vital records | Vital Statistics - Trinity County, Texas Trinity County Records Available on Microfilm from Sam Houst… |
| Voter records | Elections Administrator - Trinity County, Texas Trinity County Voter Registration Figures |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Trinity County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Trinity County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Trinity County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Trinity County Records
2026
Trinity County court records portal verified
State court system links for Trinity County verified against the Texas judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Trinity County criminal records access
State criminal records repository for Trinity County (statewide system, not county-specific) confirmed active in 2026.
2026
Trinity County property records online
Trinity 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 Trinity County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Trinity County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Trinity 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 Trinity County Records
❌ Myth: "Trinity County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Trinity County are held by the Texas state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Trinity 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 Trinity County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Texas state repository has verified, current Trinity County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Trinity County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Trinity 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.trinity.tx.us — Court records — official source
- www.dps.texas.gov — Criminal records — official source
- www.tsl.texas.gov — Vital records — official source
- www.sos.state.tx.us — Voter records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Trinity County & Texas Records
For records not specific to Trinity 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 Trinity County, Texas
Trinity County is located in the East Texas Region of Texas. The county seat is Groveton.
- Population: 14,489
- Households: 5,946
- Median household income: $51,165
- Median home value: $104,300
- Below poverty line: 14.2%
- Land area: 693.8 sq mi
- Population density: 20.9 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 2
- NCES schools indexed: 9
Clientdb
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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.
Trinity County, Texas
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MARRIAGE LICENSES BY APPT ONLY ~ CALL 936-642-1208 · Assumed Names Certificate Withdrawal
Twelfth Court of Appeals
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The Twelfth Court of Appeals serves the Tyler, Texas area. The court consists of three Justices hearing cases from seventeen counties. Anderson · Angelina · Cherokee · Gregg · Henderson · Houston · Nacogdoches · Rains · Rusk · Sabine ...
Current Inmates - Trinity County, Texas
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this page auto-updates every 60 seconds · Contacts for Inmates held Off-Site:
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 .
Vital Statistics - Trinity County, Texas
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Trinity County Courthouse Mailing Address: P. O. Box 457 Groveton, TX 75845 Physical Address: 162 West 1st St Groveton, TX 75845 · Copyright ©
Trinity County Records Available on Microfilm from Sam Houston State University | Texas State Library
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MARRIAGE RECORD, 1876-1916 Index: Each volume was individually indexed. Reel 1005079 1876-1883 Vol. 1 1883-1886 Vol. 2 1886-1888 Vol. 3 1888-1891 Vol. 4 Reel 1005080 1891-1896 Vol. 5 1896-1901 Vol. 6 1901-1906 Vol. 7 Reel 1005081 1906-1911 Vol. 8 1912-1916 Vol.
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.
Elections Administrator - Trinity County, Texas
Official Free
ELECTIONS (Elecciones) · Phone: 936-642-3959 (numero telefónico) FAX: 936-642-0155(FAX: 936-642-0155)
Texas Land Records Real Property Official Records Search
Official Free
Access property records, Access real properties
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 ...
Trinity 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 Trinity County?
Trinity County court cases are searchable through the Twelfth Court of Appeals portal: https://www.txcourts.gov/12thcoa/. 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.
Are Texas marriage records public?
Marriage records in Texas are generally public — anyone can verify that a marriage occurred and request a non-certified copy. Certified copies (needed for legal purposes like name changes or immigration) may be restricted to the spouses, immediate family, or those with a court order.
Are Trinity 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.