County Judge Bob Hebert has ordered that Fort Bend County offices be CLOSED through Monday, September 4, 2017, because of the dangerous flood conditions. Employees please call 281-341-4444 for additional information. Jury duty has been cancelled. Please visit fbcoem.org for updated information on the storm.
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All Offices Ordered CLOSED
Office Closure Thursday, October 26th
Notice: Office Closure
Thursday, October 26th from 11:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M. for the District Clerk's 11th Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon Closure.
Elections Administration Office Closed July 30 through August 1, 2018
To better serve the voters of Fort Bend County, the Office of Elections Administration will be closed Monday July 30, 2018 through Wednesday August 1, 2018 to allow departmental staff to attend Election Law training conducted by the Texas Secretary of State.
The office will resume normal hours on Thursday, August 2, 2018.
John Oldham
Election Administrator
Passport Fair 2018
The Passport Fair is Saturday from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm on November 3.
The Fort Bend County District Clerk’s Office has added additional appointments to the Passport Fair. Please call 281-633-7630 to schedule an appointment.
Your public servant,
Annie Rebecca Elliott
District Clerk's Office 2018 Thanksgiving Luncheon Closure
District Clerk's Office Closure on New Year's Eve
The Fort Bend County District Clerk's Office will be closing at 2:00 P.M. on Monday, December 31st in Observance of the New Year's Holiday.
Thank you and Happy Holidays
Annie Rebecca Elliott
All Fort Bend County libraries will close at 4:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 9, 2019
In response to the threat of inclement weather and possible flooding, all Fort Bend County libraries will close at 4:00 P.M. on Thursday, May 9, 2019.
Non - District Clerk Asked Questions
Non - District Clerk Asked Questions
A: You may contact the Indigent Defense at 281-341-3780
A: You may contact the CSCD (Probation) at 281-633-7200
A: You may visit the Tax Assessor - Collector at: www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/motor-vehicle-information
A: You may visit the Tax Assessor – Collector at: www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/tax-assessor-collector/property-taxes for the branch locations or call them at 281-341-3710
A: You may visit the Central Appraisal District at www.fbcad.org or call them at 281-344-8623
A: You may visit the County Clerk’s office at www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/county-clerk/search-for-foreclosures
A: You may visit the County Clerk’s office at: www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/county-clerk/birth-death-marriage/birth-death-certificates or call them at 281-341-8652 for more information
A: You may visit the County Clerk’s office at www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/county-clerk/dba-assumed-name or call them at 281-341-8652 for more information
A: You may visit the County Clerk’s office at www.fortbendcountytx.gov/government/departments/county-clerk/property-fraud-alert
District Clerk Frequently Asked Questions
The Fort Bend County District Clerk’s Office is unable to provide legal advice or paperwork.
However, you can find valuable resources to assist you in filing a divorce by visiting the following link:
. Additionally, if you require further support and research assistance, you may wish to visit the Willie Milton Law Library at the Justice Center.
The library is located at:
Willie Milton Law Library
Justice Center
1422 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 20714
Richmond, TX 77469
You can also reach the library directly at 281-341-3718.
Our office is unable to provide legal advice, including the specific steps required for your case. However, we recommend visiting the Court's website for their comprehensive case checklist, which will guide you in ensuring that all necessary requirements are fulfilled for the finalization of your case.
In order to have a party served you will need to complete a Request for Process Form located at and submit it to the District Clerk’s Office. The cost to prepare service papers to a party is $8.00. If you are requesting to have it served via a Fort Bend Constable, the cost is $88.00.
(Please note that the Fort Bend County Constable’s Office is only authorized to serve a party within the Fort Bend County jurisdiction).
The Fort Bend County District Clerk’s Office does not set hearings; please contact the court that has jurisdiction of your case.
To obtain a copy of your case, please complete and submit a copy request form at:
along with the applicable copy fees below.
- ELECTRONIC CERTIFIED COPIES: $5.00 Certificate and Seal + $1.00 per page up to 10 pages + $0.10 for each additional page (per document)
- ELECTRONIC NON-CERTIFIED COPIES: $1.00 per page up to 10 pages + $0.10 for each additional page (per document)
- PAPER CERTIFIED COPIES: $5.00 Certificate and Seal + $1.00 per page (per document)
- PAPER NON-CERTIFIED COPIES: $1.00 per page (per document)
- EXEMPLIFIED COPY: $5.00 Certificate and Seal + $1.00 per page (per document)
If this is your first missed jury date, please contact our office, and we will reschedule you over the phone. If this is your second missed jury date, rescheduling will require approval from the Judge. You will need to send an email or letter to the District Clerk’s Office at the following address:
District Clerk’s Office
ATTN: Jury Dept.
301 Jackson Street
Richmond, Texas 77469
If approved by the Judge, our office will reschedule you and contact you with a rescheduled date.
The juror will report to the location that is listed on the jury summons under report information. If the juror does not have his/her summons, you will need to contact the District Clerk’s office at 281-344-3900 and we will provide you with the location where you need to report.
The Fort Bend County District Clerk’s Office is unable to provide legal advice or paperwork. You may visit the Willie Melton Law Library at the Justice Center located at:
Willie Milton Law Library
Justice Center
1422 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 20714
Richmond, TX 77469
to conduct research or can also reach the library at 281-341-3718. You may also reach out to a civil attorney or legal aid for further assistance.
Passport Fair
Beverley McGrew Walker, Fort Bend County District Clerk, is hosting a special Passport Fair BY APPOINTMENT ONLY as a community service and in an effort to make it easier and more convenient to apply for a U.S. passport.
When: Saturday, July 27, 2024
Where: 504 Sartartia Rd, Sugar land, TX 77479
Timings: 8:00 am - 12:00 noon
Appointments are being accepted for the Passport Fair
(Limited Walk-ins will be accepted at this passport fair).
For an appointment, visit our website. A limited number of appointments are being offered.
Please view our office passport brochure to obtain information on the cost and requirements.
NO CASH OR CHECK PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THE EXECUTION FEE AT THE PASSPORT FAIR.
Note: *All applicants must appear in person (including minors). Minors under the age of 16 must appear with both parents. If one parent is not available, a DS-3053 form or a notarized authorization letter from the absent parent and a copy of his/her identification (front and back) is required.
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