Harris County District Clerk

05/28/2026

The Harris County District Clerk's Office (HCDCO) just concluded another Internship Training Program, which ran from May 18th until today!

Throughout the last two weeks, a group of talented law students from the University of Houston Law Center and the South Texas College of Law had the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge about the courts and the daily responsibilities within the DCO. They observed various areas of our office, including Civil, Family, Criminal, Juvenile and IV-D Courts, as well as various other support sections.

We held an Intern Appreciation Breakfast this morning where the interns had the chance to share their experiences with us and we could bid them farewell. We wish them all the luck and success in their future careers and hope to see them around the courthouse complex in the future!

Anthony Leatherman, Team Leader of HR Specialists and the Administrator of the Summer Law Intern program stated, “I believe that all of our law interns were extremely appreciative of the new knowledge that they gained from observing each one of our court sections. Now that we are at the end of the rotation, I think that most of the interns have some idea of what kind of law that they want to practice. My goal each and every year, with this internship, is to provide the tools that these students need to become the best Attorney that they can be. My educational background in law and government prepared me for the awesome training that I extend to these quality students that I select.”

A very special thanks to Anthony for organizing this wonderful opportunity. We’re proud to support the next generation of legal professionals and can’t wait to see all they accomplish!

05/27/2026

On May 27, Harris County District Clerk Marilyn Burgess had the opportunity to speak with and visit the Kingwood Executive Group to discuss the many functions of the Harris County District Clerk’s Office and the work our team does every day to serve the public. From advancing access to justice initiatives to modernizing services and increasing community outreach, District Clerk Burgess shared many of the office’s recent achievements and ongoing efforts to better serve Harris County residents.

The Kingwood Executive Group is a local networking and community organization made up of business and civic leaders dedicated to fostering professional connections, sharing ideas, and supporting growth and engagement throughout the Kingwood area.

Thank you to the Kingwood Executive Group for the warm welcome and thoughtful discussion.

05/27/2026

Congratulations to our Employee of the Month for May - Viet Ho! 🎊

Check out what Tracy Hopper, I.T. Administrator and Clinton Schramek, Lead Programmer had to say:

"Viet has done a tremendous job in a short time here at the District Clerk's office. His knowledge and experience in database programming has benefited the office and our applications. He was an instrumental key player in our multi-agency database upgrade project with HCUS and helped ensure that things went as smoothly as possible, especially in regard to data replication. Viet consistently goes above and beyond by acting as a reliable technical resource for our team. His expertise in database development, optimization, and SQL replication played a critical role in several projects, especially the extensive collaboration with HCUS for the multi-agency database upgrade project. He regularly took initiative to resolve issues, provide guidance, and helped ensure work was completed as efficiently and accurately as possible. Viet demonstrates excellence through his strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and ability to solve complex database-related challenges. His work in database development and performance optimization has directly contributed to improved system reliability and efficiency. He is highly knowledgeable in his area of expertise and consistently delivers high-quality work while maintaining a professional and collaborative attitude. Viet brings out the DCO spirit by always being willing to help others and share his knowledge. He is approachable, supportive, and works well with both internal team members and external agencies. His collaborative attitude encourages teamwork and helps build confidence within the group, making him a reliable technical asset to our team and with whom other team members enjoy working with. Viet has been an integral part of the team and a valuable asset to our agency. His contributions to the multi-agency database upgrade project had a meaningful impact on the success of the project, and his expertise continues to benefit daily operations."

​Congratulations, Viet! Thank you for all that you do!🌟

05/26/2026

If you’re an attorney or paralegal working in the Harris County District Courts system, please join us for our quarterly update and Q&A on Tuesday, June 9, from 3:00pm to 4:00 p.m.

During this presentation, we’ll cover legislative updates that affect filing cases, common e-filing errors, and helpful tips from the District Clerk’s office. There will be no CLE credit for this meeting.

To attend and receive the Zoom link, please RSVP using the link below:
https://forms.gle/Qfc8XWwuhrtNMBrm9

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.

As a reminder, our offices are closed today in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

05/22/2026

The Harris County District Clerk's Office will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, May 26.

05/19/2026

Jury service is one of the most direct ways residents take part in the justice system, but measuring jury participation is not as simple as counting how many people walk through the doors on a given day. In Harris County, the numbers show a more complicated story about summons volume, response behavior, cancellations, exemptions, and the limits of the data itself. In our recent article, we use detailed data from 2015 through 2025 to explain what appearance and response rates really show.
Read here:

Jury service is more complex than counting how many people walk into Jury Plaza. This article uses detailed data from 2015 through 2025 to explain what appearance and response rates really show.

05/18/2026

Another successful Passport Fair! Make sure to follow us for future announcements for the next one.

05/12/2026

The Harris County District Clerk’s Office continues to make passport services more accessible to the community through its bi-monthly Saturday Passport Fairs, including the upcoming fair on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the HCDCO Records Center located at 5900 Canal Street.

Read the article on our Substack: https://hcdistrictclerk.substack.com/p/harris-county-district-clerks-office?r=2xzkhf

Register for an appointment at the May 16 Saturday Passport Fair at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988929583926?aff=oddtdtcreator

05/12/2026

Spots are filling up quickly for our next Saturday Passport Fair!

The Harris County District Clerk’s Office is hosting a Saturday Passport Fair on Saturday May 16, 2026 at the Harris County District Clerk's Office Records Center (5900 Canal Street, Houston, TX 77011). English and Spanish speaking HCDCO staff members will be present to assist with the application process from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM.

SPOTS ARE LIMITED and Appointments are Required! Registration through Eventbrite Only. Scan the QR Code or go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988929583926?aff=oddtdtcreator to register!