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District Clerk
Lindsey Smith

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110 S. Sycamore, Room 227
Carthage, TX 75633

Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
(Open through lunch)

Phone: (903) 693-0306
Fax: (903) 693-6914

Chief Deputy
Lora Brown

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  • The District Clerk's Office is legally prohibited from giving legal advice. For legal advice or more information on how to proceed with your case, please consult an attorney or visit the following websites: texascourthelp.gov or texaslawhelp.org. If you do not have online access, you may also utilize the Panola County law library located on the 3rd floor of the Panola County Judicial Center (108 S. Sycamore, Carthage, Texas 75633). 

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  • Telephone & Online Payments

    WRITTEN REQUEST MUST BE SUBMITTED TO CLERK'S OFFICE PRIOR TO PAYMENT
    Accepted for copies and FELONY post-probation or parole costs ONLY
    NOTICE: Payments made by credit card will not be posted until the funds are deposited in the District Clerk's bank account. We suggest you make your payment at least 3 days in advance of any due date.

    Accepted Payment: VISA, MasterCard and Discover

    To make a payment by Telephone you will need:
    • Phone No. 1-866-549-1010
    • Bureau Code 5110277
    • Case or Cause Number
    • Amount
    • A 2.40% convenience fee of the amount paid will be charge with a minimum $1.00 Fee.

     To make a payment ON-LINE you will need:
    • Bureau Code # 5695383
    • Case or Cause Number
    • Amount
    • Be sure to get the confirmation number when your payment has been accepted by Certified Payments.
    • A 2.75% convenience fee of the amount paid will be charge with a minimum $1.00 Fee.

    Click here to pay ON-LINE

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