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1. Where can I find online records for misdemeanor criminal cases filed in Wise County?

The Wise County Court and Records database. This will provide you with information on our criminal cases such as hearing dates, dispositions, etc. All you need to know is the defendant's name or case number.

2. How can I obtain a criminal background search?

Our office only searches Criminal Misdemeanor cases filed in Wise County. Requests can be made in writing by mail or in person. A search fee of $10 will be charged guaranteeing the requestor that a clerk will search criminal records from a date that you provide to present. When requesting in criminal cases we require the arrest year if possible. If certified copies of any documents are needed, a fee of $1 per page and $5 certification fee will be charged.

3. What is the mailing address and the location of your office?

Our office is located at:
201 N Market Street
Decatur, TX 76234 

We are in the lower half of the County Clerk Records Building. Our Mailing address is:
County Clerk, Wise County, Court Department
P.O. Box 359
Decatur, TX 76234

4. Are all records open to the public?

Not all information is public record. Information pertaining to the case, such as dispositions, hearing dates, etc. is public record on adult cases. Personal information such as social security numbers or phone numbers may be confidential - the Civil Department of the District Attorney's office interprets laws pertaining to open records.