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Sheriff & Constable Fees for Serving
Service Fee

Fort Bend County Sheriff & Constable Fees for Serving:

Citation, Injunction, Notice, Precept, Scire Facias, Show Cause, Subpoena, Tax Warrant, & Temporary Restraining Order

$80.00

Fort Bend County Sheriff & Constable Fees for Serving:

Capias, Writ of: Attachment, Certioraris, Commitment, Execution, Garnishment, Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Possession, Order of Sale, Sequestration & Other Writs

 $180.00

Fort Bend County Sheriff & Constable Fees for Serving:

Protective Order

Family Code § 81.002. No Fee for Applicant

An Applicant for Protective order or an attorney representing an applicant may not be assessed a fee, cost, charge, or expense by a district or county clerk of the court or a sheriff, constable, or other public official or employee in connection with the filing, serving, or entering of a protective order or for any other service described by this subsection, including:

        1. a fee to dismiss, modify, or withdraw a protective order;
        2. a fee for certifying copies;
        3. a fee for comparing copies to originals;
        4. a court reporter fee;
        5. a judicial fund fee;
        6. a fee for any other service related to a protective order; or
        7. a fee to transfer a protective order.
 $0.00

Citation by Certified Mail:

This fee includes the issuance ($8.00) and service ($80.00) by the District Clerk's office.

 $88.00

Citation By Certified Mail for Service Through the Secretary of State:

This fee includes the issuance ($12.00) and service ($80.00) by the District Clerk's office.

Must also include a check in the amount of $55.00 Payable to the Secretary of State Per Person or Party Served by the Secretary of State Per Sec 405.031 Government Code & Subsection (e) Section 17.091 Civil Practice & Remedies Code.

 $92.00

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Upcoming Passport Fairs

Upcoming Passport Fairs

Passport Fairs

Beverley McGrew Walker, Fort Bend County District Clerk, is accepting Passport Applications 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.

Passport Fair: Saturday, April 26, 2025 [PDF]

WHEN: Saturday April 26, 2025
                8 A.M to 12:00 P.M

WHERE: Brand Lane Islamic Center-Masjid As Sabireen
                  610 Brand Ln
                  Stafford, Tx 77477

Please check this site and follow us on social media for future passport fairs and updates.

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To Schedule Your Appointment Click: HERE! (If appointments are completely booked. Please check back periodically as cancellations may occur and appointment times open up.)

Resources:

Passport Photos Available On-Site ($15.00)

Acceptable Forms of Payment:

  • Check or Money Order (All application fees must be paid for by this method only)
  • Credit Card or Debit Card (All acceptance fees must be paid for by this method)
    * Cash will not be accepted* 

Please remember:

*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.

If you have any questions please contact our office at (281) 341-4509.

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Beverley McGrew Walker
Fort Bend District Clerk

District Clerk Directory

The District Clerk's office does not set hearing or court dates. To set or obtain information regarding a court date, please contact the appropriate court.

For information regarding records, please have your case number ready and call to speak to a clerk assigned to the appropriate court by utilizing the District Clerk Staff Directory:

District Clerk Staff Directory [PDF]

If you do not have your case number, you may conduct a record search by accessing the online Case Search. 

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District Clerk's Office

RICHMOND Address  SIENNA ADDRESS Mailing Address

Fort Bend County Justice Center
1422 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 31004
Richmond, TX 77469

 Fort Bend County Sienna Annex Branch
5855 Sienna Springs Way, Suite 146
Missouri City, TX 77459		 Fort Bend County District Clerk’s Office
301 Jackson Street, Room 101
Richmond, TX 77469

Telephone: 281-341-4515
Fax: 281-341-4519
E-Mail: distclerk@fortbendcountytx.gov
Office Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Monday - Friday | OPEN during lunch
     "Excluding County Holidays"  

Richmond Passport Office

Passport Office Address: 1422 Eugene Heimann Circle, Suite 31050, Richmond, TX 77469
Telephone: (281) 341-4517 | (281) 633-7641 | (281) 633-7615
Office Hours:  Monday - Friday "Excluding County Holidays"
Appointments: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Walk - Ins: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Sienna Annex Passport Office

Passport Office Address: 5855 Sienna Springs Way, Suite 146 Missouri City, TX, 77459
Telephone: (281) 238-3279 | 281-344-3916
Office Hours: Monday - Friday "Excluding County Holidays"
Appointments: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Walk - Ins: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Closed for Lunch: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE: CLICK HERE!

 
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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ's - District Clerk Services

FAQ's - Non - District Clerk Services

Civil/Family E-File State Provided EFSP [PDF]

Civil/Family E-File Business Practice [PDF]

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Evidence-Frequently Asked Questions [PDF]

 

 

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Office Notices/Closures

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted April 15, 2025

Justice Center - Richmond Office Closure for Staff Development                                               Training:
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (Closing at 4:00 P.M.)

Sienna Annex - Office Closure for Staff Development Training:
Tuesday, April 29, 2025 (Closing at 2:30 P.M.)

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted April 4, 2025

  THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                            WILL BE CLOSED 
                        Friday, April 18, 2025

             In Observance of Good Friday
                                   
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted January 29, 2025

Justice Center - Richmond Office Closure for Staff Development Training:
Wednesday, February 26, 2025 (Closing at 4:00 P.M.)

Sienna Annex - Office Closure for Staff Development Training:
Wednesday, February 26, 2025 (Closing at 2:30 P.M.)

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted January 20, 2025

Please be advised of The District Clerk's Office closure Tuesday, January 21, 2025 and Wednesday, January 22, 2025 due to the inclement weather. We will resume normal business hours on Thursday, January 23, 2025.. Stay Warm! Thank you for your cooperation during this matter.

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted January 14, 2025

Justice Center - Richmond Office Closure for Staff Development Training:
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 (Closing at 4:00 P.M.)

Sienna Annex - Office Closure for Staff Development Training:
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 (Closing at 2:30 P.M.)

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted January 10, 2025

  THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                            WILL BE CLOSED 
                   Monday, January 20, 2025

       In Observance of Martin Luther King Day                                   

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted December 17, 2024

Important Security Notice: Beware of Fradulent re:SearchTX Emails

We have been recently been made aware of potentially malicious emails that resemble re:SearchTX Case Alerts, including the use of the re:SearchTX logo and branding. These emails are fraudulent and are not being delivered from the re:SearchTX system.

See Notice from re:SearchTX: [PDF]
 
Please contact re:SearchTX Support if you have any questions at 844-307-8720 or our office at 281-341-4509.

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted December 13, 2024

Please be advised of scheduled office closures listed below for the Fort Bend County District Clerk's Office in Observance of the Christmas/New Year's Holidays:

Sienna Annex - Office Closures:
Friday, December 20, 2024 (Closed All Day)
Monday, December 23, 2024 (Closing at 12:00 PM)
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 (Closed All Day)
Wednesday, December 25, 2024 (Closed All Day)
Tuesday, December 31, 2024 (Closing at 11:00 AM)
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 (Closed All Day)

Justice Center - Richmond Office Closures:
Friday, December 20, 2024 (Closed 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM)
Monday, December 23, 2024 (Closing at 12:00 PM)
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 (Closed All Day)
Wednesday, December 25, 2024 (Closed All Day)
Tuesday, December 31, 2024 (Closing at 11:00 AM)
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 (Closed All Day)

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted December 6, 2024

Please be advised that Re:SearchTX is currently experiencing technical issues, and the service is temporarily unavailable. 

Our IT Department in collaboration with Tyler Technologies (Vendor for Re:SearchTX), is actively working to resolve this matter as quickly as possible.

We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. Please contact our office at 281-341-4509 if you have any questions.
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted November 15, 2024

Please be advised of scheduled office closures listed below for the Fort Bend County District Clerk's Office in Observance of the Thanksgiving Holiday:

Sienna Annex - Office Closures:
Tuesday, November 26, 2024 (Closed All Day)
Wednesday, November, 27, 2024 (Closing at 12:00 PM)
Thursday, November 28, 2024 (Closed All Day)
Friday, November 29, 2024 (Closed All Day)

Justice Center - Richmond Office Closures:
Tuesday, November 26, 2024 (Closed 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM)
Wednesday, November, 27, 2024 (Closing at 12:00 PM)
Thursday, November 28, 2024 (Closed All Day)
Friday, November 29, 2024 (Closed All Day)

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted November 4, 2024

Effective: November 12, 2024

The District Clerk's Office will discontinue sending Electronic Copies of
Orders and Notices for Civil and Family cases. (PDF NOTICE), Register NOW for RE:SEARCHTX.
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted October 29, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                         WILL BE CLOSED
              Monday, November 11, 2024
          In Observance of Veteran's Day
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted October 11, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                 WILL BE CLOSING AT 4:00 P.M.
                   Tuesday, October 22, 2024
             For Staff Development Training
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted September 17, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                         WILL BE CLOSED
                  Friday, September 27, 2024
    In Observance of Fort Bend County Fair Day
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted August 23, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                         WILL BE CLOSED
                 Monday, September 2, 2024
                 In Observance of Labor Day
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted July 16, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                 WILL BE CLOSING AT 4:00 P.M.
                   Tuesday, July 30, 2024
             For Staff Development Training
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted July 11, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
            will be closed Friday, July 12, 2024
due to power outages affecting several county buildings following
the impact of Hurricane Beryl. Normal business hours will resume
Monday July 15, 2024.
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted July 10, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
            will be closed Thursday, July 11, 2024
due to power outages affecting several county buildings following
the impact of Hurricane Beryl. Normal business hours will resume
Friday July 12, 2024.
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted July 9, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
            will be closed Wednesday, July 10, 2024
due to power outages affecting several county buildings following
the impact of Hurricane Beryl. Normal business hours will resume
Thursday July 11, 2024.
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted July 8, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
            will be closed Tuesday, July 9, 2024
due to Hurricane Beryl, widespread power outages
and connectivity issues. Normal business hours will resume
Wednesday July 10, 2024.
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted July 7, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                                WILL BE CLOSED
                         Monday, July 8, 2024
                   due to inclement weather
Normal business hours will resume Tuesday July 9, 2024.
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted June 21, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                         WILL BE CLOSED
                  Thursday, July 4, 2024
    In Observance of Independence Day
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted June 10, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                         WILL BE CLOSED
                  Wednesday, June 19, 2024
               In Observance of Juneteenth
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted June 03, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK
RE-OPENS SIENNA PASSPORT ACCEPTANCE FACILITY [PDF]
               
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted May 14, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                         WILL BE CLOSED
                  Monday, May 27, 2024
         In Observance of Memorial Day
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted April 11, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                 WILL BE CLOSING AT 4:00 P.M.
                   Tuesday, April 23, 2024
             For Staff Development Training
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted April 3, 2024

The Fort Bend County District Clerk's Sienna Office is closed until further notice due to Construction.
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted March 27, 2024

The Fort Bend County District Clerk's Sienna Office will be closed from March 27, 2024 thru April 5, 2024 Due to Construction.
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted March 21, 2024

  THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                            WILL BE CLOSED 
                   Friday, March 29, 2024

             In Observance of Good Friday
                                   
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted February 28, 2024

The Fort Bend County District Clerk's Sienna Office will be closed from February 28, 2024 thru March 29, 2024 Due to Construction.
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted February 16, 2024

The Fort Bend County District Clerk's Sienna Office will be closed from February 16, 2024 thru March 1, 2024 Due to Construction.
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted January 24, 2024

Filings containing Sensitive Data and access Online Court Records

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted January 19, 2024

Secured Public Access

Please be advised, the secured public access for Attorney’s/Bondsmen has been restored.

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted January 19, 2024

Secured Public Access

Please be advised, the secured public access for Attorney’s/Bondsmen is currently down. Our IT Department, in collaboration with our vendor, is actively working to resolve this matter as quickly as possible.

Attorneys- An alternative method to view images on your case(s) is to login into re:SearchTX using your e-File Texas credentials or by registering with re:SearchTX.

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted January 17, 2024

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                 WILL BE CLOSING AT 4:00 P.M.
                   Tuesday, January 23, 2024
             For Staff Development Training
                
Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted January 07, 2024

  THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                            WILL BE CLOSED 
                   Monday, January 15, 2024

       In Observance of Martin Luther King Day                                   

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted December 29, 2023

          THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S 
          PASSPORT OFFICE WILL BE CLOSING FROM
   12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted December 25, 2023

          THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                                 WILL BE CLOSING AT
          2:00 P.M. on Friday, December 29, 2023 & CLOSED
                            Monday, January 1, 2024

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted December 14, 2023

          THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                                 WILL BE CLOSING AT
          2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 21, 2023 & CLOSED
   Friday, December 22, 2023 and Monday, December 25,2023

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

 

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted December 14, 2023

  THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S SIENNA OFFICE
                           WILL BE CLOSED FROM
               Thursday, December 21, 2023
                                    THRU
                  Monday, December 25,2023             

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted December 5, 2023

THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S OFFICE
                       WILL BE CLOSED
               Thursday, December 14, 2023
                  From 11:30 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.

        For our Annual Christmas Party                

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Posted December 5, 2023

  THE FORT BEND COUNTY DISTRICT CLERK'S SIENNA OFFICE
                           WILL BE CLOSED
               Thursday, December 14, 2023

          For our Annual Christmas Party                

Thank You,
Beverley McGrew Walker

 

 

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