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Collin County, Texas, has a population of 1.04 million as of 2021. It became an official county when Texas was founded in 1846 and is named for Collin McKinney, one of the signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence. The county is located just north of Dallas County and 30 miles south of the Red River. The county seat is McKinney. Collin County was relatively free from Indian uprisings since a Kiowa chief named Sotted Tail moved his band to the county area in the mid-1840s. Spotted Tail helped bury the dead of Collin County after a smallpox epidemic in 1873. He died of the disease and is buried in the county cemetery in McKinney.
A commissioners’ court governs the county, and four commissioners are elected from equal precincts based on population. The commissioners’ courts also oversee financial matters and conduct the general business of the county.
Courthouse
The Collin Courthouse experienced its prime from 1876 to 1927 when many historical events occurred around the building. Designed in the French Second Empire style, the courthouse was the tallest building in Texas north of San Antonio when it was completed in 1875. The original courthouse had two floors, a steep mansard roof, and twin towers above the roof line on the east side of the building.
In 1927, floor levels were changed, and a basement and a third floor were added. The old roof was covered with concrete behind a parapet, and wood framing was replaced with fireproof steel and concrete. This courthouse was vacated in 1979, and a new Courthouse was built at 2100 Bloomdale Road, McKinney, Texas, 75071, 972-548-4100.
Marriage and Divorce Records in Collin County
follow these steps:
Visit the County Clerk’s Office Website: Start by visiting the official website of the Collin County Clerk’s Office. You can usually find this website by doing a simple internet search. Make sure you’re on the official government website.
Navigate to Vital Records Section: Look for a section related to vital records or marriage and divorce records. On the website, you may find links to specific sections for marriage and divorce records.
Search for Online Databases: Collin County may have online databases where you can search for records. Look for an option to search for marriage or divorce records online. You may need to provide details like names of the individuals and the date of the event.
Request Records In-Person or by Mail: If you cannot find the records online, you may have to request them in-person or by mail. The website should provide information on how to do this, including the address of the County Clerk’s Office.
Pay Any Required Fees: Be prepared to pay a fee for obtaining the records. The fee amount can vary, so check the website for details. Make sure to follow the payment instructions provided.
Provide Necessary Information: If you need to request records in person or by mail, you will likely need to fill out a request form. Make sure to provide all the necessary information, including the names of the individuals involved, the date of the marriage or divorce, and any other required details.
Wait for Processing: After you’ve submitted your request and paid any fees, you’ll need to wait for the Clerk’s Office to process your request. This may take some time, so be patient.
Receive the Records: Once your request is processed, you should receive the marriage or divorce records. The method of delivery will depend on the option you chose (in-person, mail, or online).
County Clerk
The Collin County Clerk is Stacey Kemp, and she can be reached at 972-548-4185 or ctyclerks@collincountytx.gov. The County Clerk received the minutes, oaths, orders, and official bonds from the Commissioners Court. The County Clerk keeps records of assumed names, and to access these records, you must submit a written request by mail for $10 for each name searched, or you can visit the clerk’s office. For beer and wine applications, you need to bring the application to the County Clerk’s office for signatures. Birth and death certificates are also filed and stored at the clerk’s office, and you must be a qualified applicant to apply for a birth or death certificate.
The County Clerk also keeps track of the budget of funds given to her and reports to the County government monthly.
Request Deeds In-Person or by Mail: If you cannot find the deeds online, you may have to request them in-person or by mail. The website should provide information on how to do this, including the address of the County Clerk’s Office.
District Court
Russell A. Steindam Courts Building
1200 Bloomdale Rd.
McKinney, TX 75071
972-548-4100
The district court is set up to fairly manage and resolve controversies and disputes that fall under the Jurisdiction of the Court. The jurisdiction of the District Court is determined by the constitution of the state of Texas. It is subject to change by the legislature, but usually includes felony criminal cases, civil cases, and family law matters. There are 13 district courts in Collin County plus an adult mental health court and alternative to litigation.
199th District Court, Judge Angela Tucker
219th District Court, Judge Jennifer Edgeworth
296th District Court, Judge John Roach, Jr.
366th District Court, Judge Tom Nowak
380th District Court, Judge Benjamin N. Smith
401st District Court, Judge George B. Flint
416th District Court, Judge Andrea Thompson
417th District Court, Judge Cynthia Wheless
429th District Court, Judge Jill Renfro Willis
468th District Court, Judge Lindsey Wynne
469th District Court, Judge Piper McCraw
470th District Court, Judge Brook Fulks
471st District Court, Judge Andrea K. Bouressa*
There is a book of Collin County Local Rules, and it can be found under the district courts website.
County Courts at Law
972-548-4100
County Courts at law are set up to fairly manage and resolve controversies and disputes that are filed with the Clerk of the Court.
ty Court at law is determined by the state Constitution and stature. It is subject to change by the legislature, but this court includes misdemeanor or criminal cases, Class C appeals, civil matters, mental health cases and probate matters.
To file a claim in the County Courts at law you will need a Civil Cover Sheet. You can find these sheets at https://collincountytx.gov/Courts/County-Courts-at-Law.
If you need copies of court documents, contact the County Curt at Law Clerks.
Judges in the County Court at Law
417th District Court, Judge Cynthia Wheless
429th District Court, Judge Jill Renfro Willis
468th District Court, Judge Lindsey Wynne
469th District Court, Judge Piper McCraw
470th District Court, Judge Brook Fulks
471st District Court, Judge Andrea K. Bouressa*
Justice Courts
Justice Courts hold civil court justice and small claims as quickly as possible to relieve the caseload for the higher courts. The four courts have criminal jurisdiction over cases like bad checks, truancy, traffic offenses, issue peace bonds, and hold hearings. Justices perform magisterial duties for criminal complaints, order arrests, search warrants, and examine trials. They also appoint legal counsel.
Justice Court – Precinct 1
Justice Court – Precinct 2
Justice Court – Precinct 3
Justice Court – Precinct 4
Magistrate Court
The Magistrate Court advises the defendants of rights, determines probable cause, sets bonds, and issues warrants in criminal cases. The Magistrate can also issue and enforce bond conditions. The Magistrate Court Does not determine guilt or innocence in criminal cases. The judges and staff are committed to fair justice and mutual respect.
Magistrate Court Administrator is Stephan Phillips sphillips@collincountytx.gov 927-547-5488.
Dockets
You can search for case dockets or total case information by filling out an online application. The application you use is based on the type of case or court schedule. You can use the Justice System App to look at court cases of any type, look up current inmates, view mug shots, check bond amounts, or link to the inmates’ dockets.
Use the Case Search app to review information for all case types simultaneously. Use the Case Record Inquiry to search and view information for all cases, but note that only one case type can be searched at a time.
Historical Dockets can also be found by using Historical Cases Inquiries. You can search Historical Criminal Cases held in District Court from 1800 through 198. Cases help in the Couty Court at law Courts can be searched from 1800 through 1999. Historical Civil cases in the District or County Court at Law Courts can be searched before 1984, and Historical Probate and Justice Court cases can be found before 1984.
Perform a free Collincountycourt court records search, including marriage, divorce, criminal, arrests, mugshots persons and more. DISCLAIMER: Collincountycourt is not operated by, affiliated or associated with any local, state, or federal government or agency. Collincountycourt works with a aggregation site called PeopleConnect that collects government-generated records from public sources and provides fast, easy, and inexpensive access to those records. Because those records are subject to change by the original sources, we cannot guarantee the accuracy, reliability, or timeliness of the content offered on this website. Collincountycourt is not a consumer reporting company as defined by The Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 USC § 1681 et seq, and cannot be used for the purposes of establishing credit worthiness, employment background checks, tenant screenings, or evaluation of risk related to business transactions. Avoid using Collincountycourt for criminal purposes such as stalking or identity theft, as such utilizations are subject to civil or criminal charges and penalties. Users must agree with the PeopleConnect terms of service before making use of the website.
Collin County, Texas, has a population of 1.04 million as of 2021. It became an official county when Texas was founded in 1846 and is named for Collin McKinney, one of the signers of the Texas Declaration of Independence. The county is located just north of Dallas County and 30 miles south of the Red River. The county seat is McKinney. Collin County was relatively free from Indian uprisings since a Kiowa chief named Sotted Tail moved his band to the county area in the mid-1840s. Spotted Tail helped bury the dead of Collin County after a smallpox epidemic in 1873. He died of the disease and is buried in the county cemetery in McKinney.
A commissioners’ court governs the county, and four commissioners are elected from equal precincts based on population. The commissioners’ courts also oversee financial matters and conduct the general business of the county.
Courthouse
The Collin Courthouse experienced its prime from 1876 to 1927 when many historical events occurred around the building. Designed in the French Second Empire style, the courthouse was the tallest building in Texas north of San Antonio when it was completed in 1875. The original courthouse had two floors, a steep mansard roof, and twin towers above the roof line on the east side of the building.
In 1927, floor levels were changed, and a basement and a third floor were added. The old roof was covered with concrete behind a parapet, and wood framing was replaced with fireproof steel and concrete. This courthouse was vacated in 1979, and a new Courthouse was built at 2100 Bloomdale Road, McKinney, Texas, 75071, 972-548-4100.
Marriage and Divorce Records in Collin County
follow these steps:
Visit the County Clerk’s Office Website: Start by visiting the official website of the Collin County Clerk’s Office. You can usually find this website by doing a simple internet search. Make sure you’re on the official government website.
Navigate to Vital Records Section: Look for a section related to vital records or marriage and divorce records. On the website, you may find links to specific sections for marriage and divorce records.
Search for Online Databases: Collin County may have online databases where you can search for records. Look for an option to search for marriage or divorce records online. You may need to provide details like names of the individuals and the date of the event.
Request Records In-Person or by Mail: If you cannot find the records online, you may have to request them in-person or by mail. The website should provide information on how to do this, including the address of the County Clerk’s Office.
Pay Any Required Fees: Be prepared to pay a fee for obtaining the records. The fee amount can vary, so check the website for details. Make sure to follow the payment instructions provided.
Provide Necessary Information: If you need to request records in person or by mail, you will likely need to fill out a request form. Make sure to provide all the necessary information, including the names of the individuals involved, the date of the marriage or divorce, and any other required details.
Wait for Processing: After you’ve submitted your request and paid any fees, you’ll need to wait for the Clerk’s Office to process your request. This may take some time, so be patient.
Receive the Records: Once your request is processed, you should receive the marriage or divorce records. The method of delivery will depend on the option you chose (in-person, mail, or online).
County Clerk
The Collin County Clerk is Stacey Kemp, and she can be reached at 972-548-4185 or ctyclerks@collincountytx.gov. The County Clerk received the minutes, oaths, orders, and official bonds from the Commissioners Court. The County Clerk keeps records of assumed names, and to access these records, you must submit a written request by mail for $10 for each name searched, or you can visit the clerk’s office. For beer and wine applications, you need to bring the application to the County Clerk’s office for signatures. Birth and death certificates are also filed and stored at the clerk’s office, and you must be a qualified applicant to apply for a birth or death certificate.
The County Clerk also keeps track of the budget of funds given to her and reports to the County government monthly.
Request Deeds In-Person or by Mail: If you cannot find the deeds online, you may have to request them in-person or by mail. The website should provide information on how to do this, including the address of the County Clerk’s Office.
District Court
Russell A. Steindam Courts Building
1200 Bloomdale Rd.
McKinney, TX 75071
972-548-4100
The district court is set up to fairly manage and resolve controversies and disputes that fall under the Jurisdiction of the Court. The jurisdiction of the District Court is determined by the constitution of the state of Texas. It is subject to change by the legislature, but usually includes felony criminal cases, civil cases, and family law matters. There are 13 district courts in Collin County plus an adult mental health court and alternative to litigation.
199th District Court, Judge Angela Tucker
219th District Court, Judge Jennifer Edgeworth
296th District Court, Judge John Roach, Jr.
366th District Court, Judge Tom Nowak
380th District Court, Judge Benjamin N. Smith
401st District Court, Judge George B. Flint
416th District Court, Judge Andrea Thompson
417th District Court, Judge Cynthia Wheless
429th District Court, Judge Jill Renfro Willis
468th District Court, Judge Lindsey Wynne
469th District Court, Judge Piper McCraw
470th District Court, Judge Brook Fulks
471st District Court, Judge Andrea K. Bouressa*
There is a book of Collin County Local Rules, and it can be found under the district courts website.
County Courts at Law
972-548-4100
County Courts at law are set up to fairly manage and resolve controversies and disputes that are filed with the Clerk of the Court.
ty Court at law is determined by the state Constitution and stature. It is subject to change by the legislature, but this court includes misdemeanor or criminal cases, Class C appeals, civil matters, mental health cases and probate matters.
To file a claim in the County Courts at law you will need a Civil Cover Sheet. You can find these sheets at https://collincountytx.gov/Courts/County-Courts-at-Law.
If you need copies of court documents, contact the County Curt at Law Clerks.
Judges in the County Court at Law
417th District Court, Judge Cynthia Wheless
429th District Court, Judge Jill Renfro Willis
468th District Court, Judge Lindsey Wynne
469th District Court, Judge Piper McCraw
470th District Court, Judge Brook Fulks
471st District Court, Judge Andrea K. Bouressa*
Justice Courts
Justice Courts hold civil court justice and small claims as quickly as possible to relieve the caseload for the higher courts. The four courts have criminal jurisdiction over cases like bad checks, truancy, traffic offenses, issue peace bonds, and hold hearings. Justices perform magisterial duties for criminal complaints, order arrests, search warrants, and examine trials. They also appoint legal counsel.
Justice Court – Precinct 1
Justice Court – Precinct 2
Justice Court – Precinct 3
Justice Court – Precinct 4
Magistrate Court
The Magistrate Court advises the defendants of rights, determines probable cause, sets bonds, and issues warrants in criminal cases. The Magistrate can also issue and enforce bond conditions. The Magistrate Court Does not determine guilt or innocence in criminal cases. The judges and staff are committed to fair justice and mutual respect.
Magistrate Court Administrator is Stephan Phillips sphillips@collincountytx.gov 927-547-5488.
Dockets
You can search for case dockets or total case information by filling out an online application. The application you use is based on the type of case or court schedule. You can use the Justice System App to look at court cases of any type, look up current inmates, view mug shots, check bond amounts, or link to the inmates’ dockets.
Use the Case Search app to review information for all case types simultaneously. Use the Case Record Inquiry to search and view information for all cases, but note that only one case type can be searched at a time.
Historical Dockets can also be found by using Historical Cases Inquiries. You can search Historical Criminal Cases held in District Court from 1800 through 198. Cases help in the Couty Court at law Courts can be searched from 1800 through 1999. Historical Civil cases in the District or County Court at Law Courts can be searched before 1984, and Historical Probate and Justice Court cases can be found before 1984.