Marriage records in Tom Green County, Texas, are available through several channels. TomGreenCourt.us allows you to search publicly available marriage record information in the county. Additionally, the County Clerk's office maintains and issues original documents—marriage licenses and certificates. You can also contact the clerk in person, send a request by mail, or use the state's online portal to order certified copies of vital records.
Tom Green Marriage Records Search
In Tom Green County, the County Clerk's office is responsible for maintaining marriage records. The clerk registers applications for marriage licenses, keeps returned signed licenses, and maintains marriage record indexes for all years of the county's existence. The collection includes marriage licenses, marriage certificates, and historical records dating back to the county's founding.
The state of Texas also maintains marriage record indexes at the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), where you can find aggregated data for all counties.
Tom Green County Clerk's Office
Certified Marriage Record Copies and Fees in Tom Green
Certified copies of marriage records can be obtained at both the county level (through the County Clerk) and the state level (through DSHS). Below are the approximate fees according to current Texas law and DSHS rates.
| Service | Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Certified copy (through DSHS, state) | $20.00 | Includes state database search |
| Additional copy of the same record (in one order, DSHS) | $3.00 | Each subsequent copy |
| Certified copy (through County Clerk) | Check with the office | Fee set according to Texas Local Government Code |
| Search fee (if record not found, DSHS) | $20.00 | Non-refundable |
| Expedited processing (DSHS) | Additional | Available for online orders |
Source of state-level fees: Texas DSHS — Marriage and Divorce Records. The standard processing time for a request through DSHS is several weeks. For the exact amount of county-level fees, contact the County Clerk's office directly.
Order Marriage Certificates Online or In Person in Tom Green
Online Ordering
A certified copy of a marriage record registered in any Texas county can be ordered through the official DSHS online portal. To do this, you need to:
- Go to the order page and select the record type—"Marriage."
- Provide the full names of the spouses, approximate marriage date, and county of registration.
- Pay the fee with a credit or debit card.
The copy will be mailed to the specified address. Delivery time depends on the chosen processing method.
In-Person Visit
Visit the County Clerk's office in the Tom Green County Courthouse building at:
An appointment is usually not required. Bring a valid photo ID. A certified copy is typically issued on the day of the visit.
Mail Order
Send a written request to the County Clerk's office. Include in the envelope:
- A completed application indicating the full names of the spouses and the approximate marriage date.
- A copy of the applicant's ID.
- A check or money order for the appropriate fee, made payable to "Tom Green County Clerk."
- A self-addressed stamped envelope.
Mailing address for requests:
Processing of mail requests may take from one to several weeks depending on the office's workload. If you need a certified copy from the state rather than the county, you can also send a request directly to Texas DSHS using their standard order form.
According to the Texas Government Code, Chapter 552, marriage records are generally public information, but some personal data may have disclosure restrictions. Check details directly with the clerk.