Live Oak County

Live Oak County is located in South Texas, approximately 75 miles southwest of San Antonio and 50 miles west of Corpus Christi. Live Oak County seat is George West, established in 1913 when Live Oak County was carved from portions of Atascosa, McMullen, Bee, and Nueces counties. Covering approximately 1,036 square miles, Live Oak County had an estimated population of around 12,000 residents as of recent census data. Live Oak County's economy has historically been driven by cattle ranching, oil and gas production, and agriculture, particularly peanut farming. George West proudly claims the title of 'The Storytelling Capital of Texas' and hosts the annual George West Storyfest. The scene consists of gently rolling prairie land with mesquite brush and coastal plain vegetation. Major transportation corridors include U.S. Highway 59 and U.S. Highway 281. Live Oak County Courthouse, located at 301 Houston Street in George West, is the administrative center. Live Oak County Clerk's office, located in the courthouse, maintains vital records, court documents, and land records. Live Oak County Tax Assessor-Collector, also housed in the courthouse complex, handles property tax assessments and collections. Live Oak County's ranching heritage remains visible in the widespread cattle operations and Live Oak County's rural character. Live Oak County is known for its small-town atmosphere, strong community ties, and rich South Texas culture blending Anglo and Hispanic traditions.

Live Oak County Texas Court is located at 200 S. Main St., George West, TX 78022. It is a county court that handles civil and criminal cases. It also handles probate, juvenile, and family law cases. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. To 5:00 p.m.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Under the Texas Public Information Act (Texas Government Code Chapter 552), arrest records are generally considered public information and can be requested from the arresting agency.
• Written requests should specify the individual's name and approximate date of arrest.
• Response times for public information requests typically range from 10 business days, though the agency may claim additional time for voluminous requests.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process follows Texas state law, allowing for the release of detainees upon meeting the set conditions.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

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 can be requested from the County Clerk's office for statutory fees, typically $1 for the first page and $0.50 for additional pages, plus certification fees.

• Live Oak County Clerk charges statutory recording fees established by Texas Local Government Code Section 118.011, generally $25 for the first page and $4 for each additional page for most documents.
• Property tax information can be searched online through Live Oak County's property tax database.
• Certified copies of recorded documents can be requested in person or by mail with proper identification and payment of applicable fees.

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

• Death certificates cost approximately $21 for certified copies and are generally public information.
• Processing times for in-person requests at the County Clerk's office are typically immediate to a few days, while mail requests may take 2-3 weeks.
• The Texas Department of State Health Services offers online ordering through VitalChek for an additional convenience fee, providing an expedited option for obtaining certified copies of Texas vital records.
• Expedited processing is available for additional fees.