Bowie County courts

Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.

Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Civil filing fee
$137 to $350
New civil suit
E-filing
Available
Through Tyler Technologies
Same-day deadline: 11:59 PM
Case records
Search online
Free public case search
Filing typeFee
Civil lawsuit$137 to $350
Divorce / family$137 to $350

Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $350, the civil filing fee in Bowie County is about the same as nearby counties (median $350 across 4 nearby counties).

Clerk & court records

Bowie County District Clerk
Lori Caraway
Call the clerk
Jury service
(903) 628-6760

Courthouses in Bowie County

CivilCriminalProbate

Bowie County Court (Constitutional County Court)

Address
710 James Bowie Dr, New Boston, 75570
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Bowie County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 1

Address
100 N State Line Ave, Box 13, Texarkana, 75501
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Bowie County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 2

Address
100 N State Line Ave, Box 14, Texarkana, 75501
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Bowie County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 Place 1

Address
710 James Bowie Dr, New Boston, 75570
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Bowie County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 Place 1

Address
902 W Front St, De Kalb, 75559
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Bowie County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5 Place 1

Address
P O Box 189, Maud, 75567

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to file a civil case in Bowie County?

    The civil filing fee in Bowie County, Texas is $350.00 for an original civil petition ($213.00 local consolidated fee + $137.00 state consolidated fee); effective January 1, 2026 per Bowie County District Clerk fee schedule.

  • How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Bowie County?

    $350.00 for an original family law petition ($213.00 local + $137.00 state consolidated fee); effective January 1, 2026.

  • Can I e-file court documents in Bowie County?

    Yes. E-filing is available through Tyler Technologies.

  • Is there a free online case search for Bowie County?

    Yes. You can look up cases online at portal-txbowie.tylertech.cloud.

  • Where do I file court documents in Bowie County?

    Filings go to the Bowie County District Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (903) 628-6750.

Bowie County Courts, TX: (903) 628-6750, Hours & $350 Filing Fee | 1Court