Tyler County

Tyler County is located in the Deep East Texas region, known as the Big Thicket area, and was established in 1846. Tyler County seat is Woodville, situated approximately 105 miles northeast of Houston. Tyler County includes approximately 935 square miles and had a population of around 21,000 residents as of recent census estimates. Tyler County is named after President John Tyler and is characterized by dense pine forests, rolling hills, and the scenic Neches River which forms part of its western boundary. Major landmarks include the Alabama-Coushatta Indian Reservation, Heritage Village Museum, and portions of the Big Thicket National Preserve. Tyler County's economy has historically been driven by timber, oil and gas extraction, and agriculture. Tyler County Courthouse, located at 100 W Bluff Street in Woodville, houses several key offices including the County Clerk, District Clerk, and County Judge. Tyler County Clerk's Office maintains vital records, court documents, and various public filings. Tyler County Appraisal District, located at 201 N Charlton Street in Woodville, handles property assessments and tax valuations. Tyler County Tax Assessor-Collector office manages property tax collections and motor vehicle registrations. What makes Tyler County unique is its rich Native American heritage, preserved timber industry culture, and its role as a path to the Big Thicket ecosystem, one of the most biodiverse areas in North America.

The Tyler County Court serves Tyler County and is located at 100 W Bluff St. The court handles civil, criminal, family, and probate cases for this county. Court records and case filings can be requested in person or through the Texas online court portal.

The Tyler County Court in Tyler County has jurisdiction over all civil and criminal cases arising within the county, including family law, probate, small claims, and felony proceedings. Appeals from lower courts are also heard at this level. Case records are maintained by the area Clerk of Courts and are accessible to the public under Texas open records law.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Requests should include specific details about the incident or individual.
• Mugshots and booking photos are generally considered public records in Texas and may be obtained through the same public information request process.
• Processing fees may apply for copies of records.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

• Tyler County District Clerk's office maintains an index of court cases and provides access to case files during regular business hours, typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Fees for copying court records are established by the Texas Local Government Code Section 118, typically ranging from $1 per page for standard copies.

• Recording fees are established by Texas Local Government Code and vary depending on the number of pages and type of instrument.
• Certified copies of recorded instruments can be requested from the County Clerk with appropriate fees, typically $5 for certification plus copy costs.

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

• Acceptable requestors include the individual named on the certificate (if of legal age), parents, legal guardians, spouses, and adult children.
• Processing time for in-person requests is typically immediate to same-day, while mail requests may take 2-3 weeks.
• Online ordering is available through VitalChek at texas.gov for an additional convenience fee.

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

• This database is free and publicly accessible.
• Sales tax permits are issued by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, and businesses collecting sales tax must register through the Comptroller's website.
• Tyler County Chamber of Commerce, serving Woodville and surrounding areas, provides resources for businesses and can be contacted for local business development information.