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   County Clerk Eva S. Martinez


Phone:  830-393-7308
Fax:  830-393-7334
E-mail:  countyclerk@wilsoncountytx.gov

Eva S. Martinez
Wilson County Clerk

Mailing Address:                               
P.O. Box 27      
Floresville, TX 78114                                 

Physical Address: 
1420 3RD ST STE 105
FLORESVILLE TX 78114
COURIER SERVICE ONLY; 
NO USPS DELIVERY AT THIS ADDRESS


  • PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT HOURS OF OPERATION MAY BE TEMPORARILY AFFECTED BY COVID-19 

    Monday - Thursday    : 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Closed 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM for lunch.
    Friday: 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM Open through the noon hour. As COVID-19 persists, our office is reverting back to our previous Deep Cleansing & Sanitation practices every Friday.

    THIS OFFICE DOES NOT ACCEPT CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD PAYMENTS
    THIS OFFICE HAS NOT MOVED.  

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    SEARCH WILSON COUNTY OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS


    RECORDING FEES
    (new fees effective December 9, 2019)


    OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS/REAL PROPERTY RECORDINGS
    (Deeds, Deeds of Trust, Releases, Assignments, Lis Pendens, Bill of Sale, Hospital Liens, Water Permits, etc.)

    $26.00 first page

    $4.00 each additional page

    $0.25 each additional name to index in excess of 5

    $25.00 additional charge for Deeds not reflecting Grantee's address for Tax Collector

    2x the filing fee for each page violating the following requirements: 

      1)  pages no larger than legal size paper, 8.5" x 14" (except for plat records)
      2)  must have a heading/title
      3)  typing must be no smaller than 8 point font & must be black typing on a white background
      4)  names typed legibly typed or printed under each signature

     Abstract of Judgment/ Release      

    $26.00 flat

     Federal Tax Lien/ Release

    $10.00 flat

     State Tax Lien/ Release

    $5.00 flat


    MISCELLANEOUS        

     Copies (per page) 

    $1.00

     Certification of Copies

    $5.00

     Brands 

    $26.00 + $5/location after 1st

     Assumed Name Certificate (DBA)
    (each additional name to index)          

    $24.00 ($26.00 with copy included)
    $0.50

     Plat Recording

    $111.00 1st page & $100 each additional pg

     Plat Copies 

    $11.00

     Meeting Notices (post)

    No Charge

     Notice of Trustee's Sales (post)

    $2.00

     


  • *ALL CIVIL DOCUMENTS MUST BE E-FILED EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2016. WE ARE A CONSTITUTIONAL COUNTY COURT & ARE NOT "AT LAW"*

    *NO CREDIT OR DEBIT CARD PAYMENTS IN OFFICE*
    WE ADVISE YOU TO SEEK THE ADVICE OF AN ATTORNEY.  

    If you choose not to do so, you may visit one of these self-help websites for guidance.

    https://texaslawhelp.org

    https://www.sll.texas.gov/self-help/


    CLICK HERE FOR NEW FEES EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

    Filing Requirements -    Amounts of $20,000.00 or less (for suits)
    -    SR-22 (for Occupational Driver's License = ODL)
    -    Driving History Record (for ODL)
    -    For additional requirements &/or assistance with ODLs,       visit the County Attorney's page.


  • WILSON COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT

    WILSON COUNTY IS A CONSTITUTIONAL COUNTY COURT & IS NOT "AT LAW". THIS OFFICE DOES NOT HAVE JURISDICTION OVER JUVENILES OR FELONY CASES. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT OUR OFFICE AT (830) 393-7308 WITH ANY QUESTIONS. 

    *ALL CRIMINAL DOCUMENTS MUST BE E-FILED EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2018. THERE IS NO FEE ASSOCIATED WITH THIS SERVICE. PLEASE CONTACT OUR OFFICE FOR ASSISTANCE.

    *CRIMINAL PAYMENTS MAY BE MADE BY CASH, CASHIER'S CHECK OR MONEY ORDER ONLY. NO PERSONAL CHECKS, CREDIT OR DEBIT CARDS.

    THIS OFFICE DOES NOT PERFORM CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS. REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION MUST BE MADE IN WRITING; COPY FEES MUST BE PREPAID. 

    COPY FEE $1.00/PG
    CERTIFIED COPY FEE $1.00/PG + $5.00 CERTIFICATION FEE


  • *NO CREDIT OR DEBIT CARDS*

    Payments may be made by cash, check or money order made payable to Wilson County Clerk.

     

    Only an immediate family member can request a Birth/Death Record: Immediate Family Member is defined as any of the following:

    • Self
    • Child
    • Parent/Guardian
    • Brother/Sister
    • Grandparent
    • Spouse

     

    The following birth and death records may be obtained from the Wilson County Clerk’s Office:

    • All births that occurred in the State of Texas from 1903 - Present
    • If you need a birth certificate for a passport you usually need a new version of your long form birth certificate. Long form Birth Certificates can only be purchased from the county in which you were born.
    • Death records that occurred in Wilson County ONLY, regardless of decedent’s county of residence, from 1903 – Present
    • All delayed Birth/Death records and court ordered Birth/Death records

     

    Copies of Birth and Death Certificates may be purchased from the County Clerk’s Office in person at the Wilson County Courthouse, 1420 3rd Street Suite 105, Floresville, TX 78114 or by mail by filling out the “Application for Birth or Death Certificate”, having it notarized, and mailing it to:

    Wilson County Clerk
    PO BOX 27
    Floresville, TX 78114

     

    Valid Photo ID is required for online or in person request.

     

    If needing to correct an existing Birth Certificate please refer to VS-170 form which can be found at www.dshs.state.tx.us/vs/forms.aspx

     

    Certified Copy of Birth Certificate            $23.00 each

    Certified Copy of Death Certificate          $21.00 for 1st copy and $4.00 for any additional

     

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    *NO CREDIT OR DEBIT CARDS*

    Payments may be made by cash, check or money order made payable to Wilson County Clerk.


    MARRIAGE LICENSE APPLICATION E-FORM

    INFORMAL MARRIAGE LICENSE APPLICATION E-FORM


    *After submitting E-forms, contact us at (830) 393-7308 to complete the process. This is NOT your Marriage License.*

    NEW FEES EFFECTIVE DECEMBER, 2019
    New Marriage License w/o Premarital Certificate       $82.00
    New Marriage License with Premarital Certificate       $22.00
    Informal Marriage Certificate
    (available January 1, 2020)    		       $47.00
    Duplicate License Issuance       $30.00
    Certified Copy of Marriage License       $8.00

     


    REQUIREMENTS 
    (please allow 30 minutes to complete)

    MARRIAGE LICENSES ARE AVAILABLE BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 8:00 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. AND 1:00 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. MONDAY THRU THURSDAY & UNTIL 2:00 P.M. ON FRIDAYS ONLY.
    Both parties must be present together 
    Must present valid Driver's License or photo ID
    Must present Social Security Card
    (if no SS Card, please contact office for alternatives)
    If either party has been divorced, must wait at least 30 days from date the Judge signed the Final Decree before applying for a new Marriage License, unless the Divorce Decree itself contains a waiver of this requirement, in which case a Certified Copy of the Final Divorce Decree must be presented to our office 
      
    License is valid anywhere in the state of Texas and on international waters; expires after 90 days but must wait 72 hours to use it unless you are granted a waiver by the County or District Judge BEFORE the application is completed

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    SEARCH WILSON COUNTY ASSUMED NAMES

    *NO CREDIT OR DEBIT CARDS*

    Payments may be made by cash, check or money order made payable to Wilson County Clerk.

    ASSUMED NAME PDF

    ABANDONMENT OF ASSUMED NAME PDF

    WITHDRAWAL FROM ASSUMED NAME PDF


    Assumed Name Certificates (DBAs) become effective upon recording and remain in effect for 10 years unless withdrawn or abandoned. Original, properly notarized form is required for recording. We advise you to consult your attorney, CPA, or financial institution if you need assistance completing these forms. 

    Assumed Name Certificate (DBA)
    (each additional name to index)          

    $24.00 ($26.00 with copy included)
    $0.50

     


  • *NO CREDIT OR DEBIT CARDS*

    Payments may be made by cash, check or money order made payable to Wilson County Clerk.

    MARKS BRANDS PDF

    MARKS & BRANDS PDF (MAIL IN ONLY)

    Brands    $26.00 + $5/ location after 1st
    + $2.00 customer copy

 

See Elections Page

Voter Registration Information from the Secretary of State's Office.

 How to Apply for a Birth or Death Certificate at your local Registrar.

4th Court of Appeals serving Wilson County.