CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
229th District Court
Address
401 N Britton Ave, Ste 303, Rio Grande City, 78582
Starr County courts
Filing fees, clerk information, and official court links.
Reviewed July 2026 · Official sources
Filing fees
Official fee schedule| Filing type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Civil lawsuit | $137 to $350 |
| Divorce / family | $350 |
Fees depend on case type and amount; confirm with the court before filing. At $350, the civil filing fee in Starr County is about the same as nearby counties (median $350 across 6 nearby counties).
Clerk & court records
Starr County District Clerk
Orlando Velasquez
Courthouses in Starr County
CivilCriminalFamilyJuvenile
381st District Court
Address
401 N Britton Ave, Rm 401, Rio Grande City, 78582
Phone
CivilCriminalProbate
Starr County Court (Constitutional County Court)
Address
100 N FM 3167, Ste 202, Rio Grande City, 78582
Phone
CivilCriminal
Starr County Court at Law
Address
401 N Britton Ave, Rm 305, Rio Grande City, 78582
Small ClaimsEvictionCivilTraffic
Starr County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 1 Place 1
Address
4192 W Hwy 83, Rio Grande City, 78582
Phone
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Starr County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 Place 1
Address
1705 N Athens, Roma, 78584
Phone
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Starr County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3 Place 1
Address
P O Box 276, Grulla, 78548
Phone
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Starr County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 4 Places 1 & 2
Address
401 N Britton Ave, Rm 403, Rio Grande City, 78582
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Starr County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 5 Place 1
Address
P O Box 63, Santa Elena, 78591
Phone
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Starr County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 6 Place 1
Address
P O Box 308, Garciasville, 78547
Phone
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Starr County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 7 Place 1
Address
78 Salineno Rd, Roma, 78584
Phone
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Starr County Justice of the Peace, Precinct 8 Place 1
Address
5095 Old Escobares Hwy 83, Roma, 78584
Phone
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to file a civil case in Starr County?
The civil filing fee in Starr County, Texas is $350 statewide base for any new civil case (Local Consolidated Civil Fee $213 + State Consolidated Civil Fee $137), per Texas Judicial Branch District Court Civil Filing Fees, effective 11/03/2025; additional issuance/service fees may apply.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or a family case in Starr County?
$350 statewide base new-civil-case fee (family/divorce petitions filed as new civil cases; excludes probate/guardianship/mental health), per Texas Judicial Branch District Court Civil Filing Fees eff. 11/03/2025; additional issuance/service fees may apply.
Can I e-file court documents in Starr County?
Yes. E-filing is available through eFileTexas. It is mandatory for attorneys.
Where do I file court documents in Starr County?
Filings go to the Starr County District Clerk, located at 401 N. Britton Avenue, Room 304, Rio Grande City, TX 78582. You can reach the clerk at (956) 716-4800.