Jasper County

Jasper County is located in the Deep East Texas region, bordered by the state of Louisiana to the east. Jasper County seat is Jasper, a historic city that is the governmental and commercial hub for Jasper County. Established in 1836, Jasper County is one of the original counties of the Republic of Texas, named after Sergeant William Jasper County, a Revolutionary War hero from South Carolina. Jasper County includes approximately 938 square miles of densely forested terrain, with significant portions covered by the Big Thicket ecosystem. As of recent census estimates, Jasper County has a population of approximately 33,000 residents. Jasper County is characterized by its timber industry heritage, outdoor recreational opportunities, and proximity to the Sam Rayburn Reservoir, one of the largest man-made lakes in Texas. Major landmarks include the historic Jasper County Courthouse, located at 121 North Austin Street in Jasper area, which was built in 1936 and is an architectural centerpiece of downtown. Jasper County Clerk's office is housed in the courthouse and maintains vital records, court documents, and property filings. Jasper County Tax Assessor-Collector's office, also located in the courthouse complex, manages property tax assessments and collections. Jasper County Appraisal District, situated at 181 East Lamar Street, handles property valuations and maintains public tax records. What makes Jasper County unique is its position at the edge of the Big Thicket National Preserve, its rich timber industry history, and its role as a gateway between Texas and Louisiana along US Highway 190.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• The Buna Police Department provides law enforcement services for the city of Buna.
• Requesters should be prepared to pay reasonable copying fees as authorized by statute.
• Processing times for records requests typically range from several days to two weeks depending on the volume and complexity of the request.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process follows Texas state law, allowing for the release of detainees upon payment of a set amount, which can be arranged through a bail bondsman.

Court records for this county include civil cases, criminal cases, traffic violations, and family law matters handled by the local Circuit, District, or Superior Court.

• Certified copies of court documents typically cost $1.00 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page, plus a $5.00 certification fee.
• Online case access is limited, and most searches require in-person visits or written requests to the appropriate clerk's office.

• Certified copies of recorded instruments cost $5.00 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page.
• However, full deed and mortgage document images are not available online and must be obtained in person or by mail request.

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Birth certificates cost $23.00 for the first copy and $23.00 for each additional copy ordered at the same time.
• Death certificates cost $21.00 for the first copy and $4.00 for each additional copy.
• Processing time at the local level is typically 1-3 business days if records are available; state-level requests can take 2-3 weeks.
• The marriage license fee is approximately $81.00, or $21.00 if the couple completes a state-approved premarital education course.
• Certified copies of marriage records are available from the County Clerk for $10.00.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• The filing fee for an assumed name certificate is approximately $16.00 for sole proprietors and partnerships.