Access El Paso County Residents Directory
El Paso County is in the far western tip of Texas, right on the border with Mexico and New Mexico. More than 870,000 people live here. The El Paso County residents directory lets you search public records held by county offices in the city of El Paso. You can find property deeds, court case records, vital records, tax data, and voter registration information. County Clerk Delia Briones oversees the main records office, and the county has four locations spread across the region. Many records go back to 1850 when the county was founded, and some property records reach as far back as 1874.
El Paso County Overview
El Paso County Clerk Residents Directory
County Clerk Delia Briones runs the office that stores most El Paso County public records. The main office is at the County Courthouse, 500 E. San Antonio, Suite 105, El Paso, Texas 79901. Call (915) 273-3532 or email countyclerk@epcounty.com. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The County Clerk handles real property records, vital records, marriage licenses, and the official public records search.
El Paso County has three annex offices in addition to the main courthouse. The Ysleta Annex is at 9521 Socorro Road, Suite A-1, El Paso, TX 79927, phone (915) 273-3468. The Northeast Annex is at 4641 Cohen Avenue, Suite B, El Paso, TX 79924, phone (915) 273-3452. The Northwest Annex sits at 435 Vinton Rd, Rm. 208, Anthony, TX 79821, phone (915) 273-3517. The annex offices are open 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Both the Northeast and Northwest locations close from noon to 1:00 PM for lunch.
For recording questions, email Recording@epcounty.com. New recording fee structures took effect on January 1, 2024. Online marriage applications are now available through the El Paso County Clerk website. The office also participates in eRecording for eligible filers. The County Clerk has a records management program that was established on August 8, 2016, to handle retention and digital storage of public records.
| Office | El Paso County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 500 E. San Antonio, Suite 105 El Paso, TX 79901 |
| Phone | (915) 273-3532 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website | epcounty.com |
Note: The Northeast and Northwest annex offices close for lunch from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM each day.
El Paso County Property Records
Property records are a central part of the El Paso County residents directory. The Historic Deed Index Books portal gives 24-hour online access to records from 1874 to 1963. You need to register for an account to purchase documents. The system lets you search by name, date, or document type. This is useful for genealogical research and title work, since you can look up old deeds without going to the courthouse.
The El Paso Central Appraisal District values over 300,000 properties in the county. You can search by address, owner name, or account number. Exemption applications and protest filings are available online. The appraisal district phone number is (915) 780-2000. The El Paso County Tax Assessor-Collector at (915) 546-2140 handles property tax collection, vehicle registration, and voter registration. You can pay taxes and renew vehicle registrations online.
The El Paso Central Appraisal District search page is shown here.
Use this tool to look up property values, ownership, and tax exemption details for El Paso County properties.
Foreclosure sale notices in El Paso County are posted on the county website. The Clerk/Recorder office at (915) 546-2071 can help with property document questions. Data in the property search system is updated on a weekly basis, so it stays current for most purposes.
El Paso County Court Records Directory
The El Paso County District Clerk keeps court records for all district courts. The office handles civil, family, and criminal felony cases. You can search records online through the El Paso County Court Records Portal. This free system is available around the clock. It covers civil, family, probate, and criminal case records. Jail and bond records are also in the system.
Court records in El Paso County are governed by the Texas Public Information Act. Most records are open to the public. You need a valid government-issued photo ID for in-person requests. Printed copies cost $1 per page. Certified copies are $5 each. Some records are restricted, including juvenile cases, certain family law files, and mental health proceedings. Sealed records need a court order to access.
For archived records older than 50 years, the Texas State Library and Archives Commission in Austin may have the documents. Pre-1900 court dockets, estate files, and even territorial court records are in their collection. Contact them at (512) 463-5474 or info@tsl.texas.gov. The Texas State Library is at 1201 Brazos Street, Austin, TX 78701.
Note: Always have the case number ready when searching court records in El Paso County to avoid the $5 search fee.
El Paso County Vital Records
The El Paso County residents directory includes vital records such as birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage licenses. These are available at the main courthouse and at each annex location. The County Clerk's office has partnered with VitalChek for online ordering. You can also access Texas Law Help, the Texas State Law Library, and eFile Texas through links on the county website.
Marriage license fees went up on March 1, 2023. Online marriage applications are now accepted, which is a newer service. The El Paso County Clerk's office complies with Senate Bill 30 and House Bill 3415, which affect how certain records are handled and released. For specific fee amounts, check the county website or call the main office at (915) 273-3532. The Texas Department of State Health Services also processes vital records requests statewide.
Statewide Residents Directory Resources
State agencies provide records that work alongside the El Paso County residents directory. The Texas Judicial Branch has a statewide court search portal. The Texas Attorney General publishes guidance on open records laws. You can look up the full text of any Texas statute at statutes.capitol.texas.gov. Voter registration can be checked at VoteTexas.gov.
The El Paso County Sheriff's Office at epcounty.com has online tools for inmate search, jail records, incident reports, and warrant checks. The Sheriff's Office also handles civil process services and provides security at courthouse buildings in El Paso County.
Cities in El Paso County
El Paso County has cities and communities along the Rio Grande. All public records for these areas go through the El Paso County offices.
Other communities in El Paso County include Horizon City, Anthony, Clint, San Elizario, and Vinton. County-level records for all of these areas are filed with the El Paso County Clerk or District Clerk.
Nearby Counties
El Paso County is in the far western part of Texas. The nearest counties with pages in this directory are listed below. Hudspeth County borders El Paso County to the east but does not have a dedicated page.