CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
156th District Court
Address
P O Box 700, Sinton, 78387
Phone
San Patricio County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $50 to $400 |
| Small claims | Varies, see details |
| Divorce / family | Varies, see details |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $187, the civil filing fee in San Patricio County is lower than most nearby counties (median $350 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Courthouses in San Patricio County
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
343rd District Court
Address
P O Box 700, Sinton, 78387
Phone
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
36th District Court
Address
P O Box 700, Sinton, 78387
Phone
CivilCriminalProbate
San Patricio County Court (Constitutional County Court)
Address
1301 E Sinton St, Ste C, Sinton, 78387
Phone
CivilCriminal
San Patricio County Court at Law
Address
400 W Sinton St, Rm 109, Sinton, 78387
Phone
CivilCriminal
San Patricio County Court at Law No. 2
Address
400 W Sinton St, Room B-15, Sinton, 78387
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
San Patricio County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1
Address
300 N Rachal Ave, Sinton, 78387
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
San Patricio County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2
Address
P O Box 73, Odem, 78370
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
San Patricio County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4
Address
900 Austin St, Portland, 78374
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
San Patricio County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5
Address
P O Box 640, Mathis, 78368
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
San Patricio County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6
Address
225 W Wheeler, Ste A, Aransas Pass, 78336
Phone
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
San Patricio County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 8
Address
1155 Gregory St, Taft, 78390
Phone
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Official links
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in San Patricio County?
The civil filing fee in San Patricio County, Texas is $187 statutory core: $50 district clerk filing fee (Tex. Gov't Code 51.317(b)(1)) + $137 state consolidated civil fee (Tex. Loc. Gov't Code 133.151, per S.B. 41 eff. 2022-01-01). Total is higher per the San Patricio County District Clerk fee schedule with locally-adopted add-on fees (typically ~$300-$400).
What is the small claims filing fee in San Patricio County?
Small claims are filed in the Justice of the Peace courts, not the District Clerk.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in San Patricio County?
Divorce/family petition is a civil case under the same structure: $137 state consolidated civil fee (Loc. Gov't Code 133.151) + $50 clerk fee (Gov't Code 51.317); plus local add-ons. Total varies per the county fee schedule.
Can I e-file court documents in San Patricio County?
Yes. E-filing is available through eFileTexas. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Is there a free online case search for San Patricio County?
Yes. You can look up cases online at research.txcourts.gov.
Where do I file court documents in San Patricio County?
Filings go to the San Patricio County District Clerk. You can reach the clerk at (361) 364-9377.