Installation of Fort Bend County Elected Officials

Installation of Fort Bend County Elected Officials

Watch the newly elected and reelected officials of Fort Bend County take their oaths of office.

Non - District Clerk Asked Questions

Non - District Clerk Asked Questions

A: You may contact the Indigent Defense at 281-341-3780

A: You may contact the CSCD (Probation) at 281-633-7200

A: You may visit the Tax Assessor – Collector at: www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes for the branch locations or call them at 281-341-3710

A: You may visit the Central Appraisal District at www.fbcad.org or call them at 281-344-8623

A: You may visit the County Clerk’s office at: www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/county-clerk/birth-death-marriage/birth-death-certificates or call them at 281-341-8652 for more information

A: You may visit the County Clerk’s office at www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/county-clerk/dba-assumed-name or call them at 281-341-8652 for more information

District Clerk Frequently Asked Questions

The Fort Bend County District Clerk’s Office is unable to provide legal advice or paperwork.
However, you can find valuable resources to assist you in filing a divorce by visiting the following link:  Resource Links . Additionally, if you require further support and research assistance, you may wish to visit the Willie Milton Law Library at the Justice Center.

The library is located at:

Willie Milton Law Library 
Justice Center 
1422 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 20714 
Richmond, TX 77469

You can also reach the library directly at 281-341-3718.

Our office is unable to provide legal advice, including the specific steps required for your case. However, we recommend visiting the Court's website for their comprehensive case checklist, which will guide you in ensuring that all necessary requirements are fulfilled for the finalization of your case.

In order to have a party served you will need to complete a Request for Process Form located at  Forms Library and submit it to the District Clerk’s Office. The cost to prepare service papers to a party is $8.00. If you are requesting to have it served via a Fort Bend Constable, the cost is $88.00.

(Please note that the Fort Bend County Constable’s Office is only authorized to serve a party within the Fort Bend County jurisdiction).

The Fort Bend County District Clerk’s Office does not set hearings; please contact the court that has jurisdiction of your case.

To obtain a copy of your case, please complete and submit a copy request form at:  Forms Library along with the applicable copy fees below.
  • ELECTRONIC CERTIFIED COPIES: $5.00 Certificate and Seal + $1.00 per page up to 10 pages + $0.10 for each additional page (per document)
  • ELECTRONIC NON-CERTIFIED COPIES: $1.00 per page up to 10 pages + $0.10 for each additional page (per document)
  • PAPER CERTIFIED COPIES: $5.00 Certificate and Seal + $1.00 per page (per document)
  • PAPER NON-CERTIFIED COPIES: $1.00 per page (per document)
  • EXEMPLIFIED COPY: $5.00 Certificate and Seal + $1.00 per page (per document)

If this is your first missed jury date, please contact our office, and we will reschedule you over the phone. If this is your second missed jury date, rescheduling will require approval from the Judge. You will need to send an email or letter to the District Clerk’s Office at the following address:

District Clerk’s Office 
ATTN: Jury Dept. 
301 Jackson Street 
Richmond, Texas 77469

If approved by the Judge, our office will reschedule you and contact you with a rescheduled date.

The juror will report to the location that is listed on the jury summons under report information. If the juror does not have his/her summons, you will need to contact the District Clerk’s office at 281-344-3900 and we will provide you with the location where you need to report.

The Fort Bend County District Clerk’s Office is unable to provide legal advice or paperwork. You may visit the Willie Melton Law Library at the Justice Center located at:

Willie Milton Law Library 
Justice Center 
1422 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 20714 
Richmond, TX 77469

to conduct research or can also reach the library at 281-341-3718. You may also reach out to a civil attorney or legal aid for further assistance.

 

Passport Fair

Beverley McGrew Walker, Fort Bend County District Clerk, is hosting a special Passport Fair BY APPOINTMENT ONLY as a community service and in an effort to make it easier and more convenient to apply for a U.S. passport.
 
When:     Saturday, July 27, 2024
Where:    504 Sartartia Rd, Sugar land, TX 77479
Timings: 8:00 am - 12:00 noon
 
Appointments are being accepted for the Passport Fair 
 
(Limited Walk-ins will be accepted at this passport fair).  
 
For an appointment, visit our website.  A limited number of appointments are being offered.  
 
Please view our office passport brochure to obtain information on the cost and requirements. 
 
NO CASH OR CHECK PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THE EXECUTION FEE AT THE PASSPORT FAIR. 
 
Note: *All applicants must appear in person (including minors). Minors under the age of 16 must appear with both parents. If one parent is not available, a DS-3053 form or a notarized authorization letter from the absent parent and a copy of his/her identification (front and back) is required. 
 
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Fort Bend County District Clerk Announces Opening of Historical Documents Room Richmond,
Division Supervisor - Accounting
Division Supervisor - Jury
Chief of Courts – Civil/Family

 

To Search Civil/Family Case Files Please Click: Here.

 

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Bulk Data Sales

The Fort Bend County District Clerk has compiled a comprehensive list of current entities that purchase bulk data.
 
Current List of Bulk Data Purchasers [PDF]
 
The District Clerk’s Office is committed to transparency and accountability in our operations and aim to provide you with the most accurate information regarding the purchase of bulk data obtained from our office.
 
Please Note – This list is subject to change 
 

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