Search Andrews County Death Records

Andrews County death records are kept by the County Clerk in Andrews, Texas. You can search the Andrews County Death Index for deaths that occurred in the county from 1903 to the present. The clerk's office handles certified copy requests in person or by mail, and an online search tool through Tyler Technologies is also available for some records.

Andrews County Clerk and Death Records

The Andrews County Clerk's office is the place to go for certified death certificates in Andrews County. The office is in Andrews, Texas, which is the county seat. You can reach the clerk at (432) 524-1426. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The clerk maintains vital records including death certificates, birth records, and marriage licenses.

Andrews County uses Tyler Technologies for its online self-service portal. This system lets you search for some records and request documents without visiting the office. It is a good first step when you want to look up a record before deciding whether to go in person. The county follows the state fee schedule for vital records, so costs align with what DSHS charges.

Death records in Andrews County go back to 1903. The county was organized in 1910, though it was created in 1876. Records from the early years may have limited detail compared to more recent entries. The Texas DSHS Vital Statistics office also holds statewide copies of death records and is another option for older or more recent certificates.

How to Find Death Records in Andrews County

You have a few options for requesting death records. In person is the fastest way. Bring your photo ID and pay at the window. Mail requests take longer but work for people who can't make the drive to Andrews. For mail requests, you need to send a completed application, a copy of your ID, and a money order or cashier's check. No personal checks.

The Texas online vital records system is run by DSHS and lets you order death certificates online for statewide records. Processing for online orders is usually 20 to 25 days. Mail orders take 25 to 30 days from the date DSHS receives them. The state mailing address is DSHS Vital Statistics, P.O. Box 12040, Austin, TX 78711-2040. You can call (888) 963-7111 with questions.

For genealogy searches, both FamilySearch and Ancestry have searchable Texas Death Index records from 1903 to 2000. These indexes can help you confirm a death and identify which county holds the original certificate.

Note: Always confirm current procedures with the Andrews County Clerk before sending a mail request, as processes can change.

Death Certificate Fees in Andrews County

Andrews County follows the standard Texas fee structure. The first certified copy of a death certificate costs $21.00. Each additional copy ordered at the same time is $4.00. These fees are set by the Texas Local Government Code and Health and Safety Code.

You can also order through the state DSHS office. State fees are slightly different: $20.00 for the first copy and $3.00 for each additional copy. Whether you order from the county or the state, you get the same certified document. Payment by money order or cashier's check is required for mail orders. No personal checks accepted by either office.

Who Can Access Andrews County Death Records

Texas law restricts death records for 25 years from the date of death. During this time, only qualified applicants may receive certified copies. Qualified applicants include the person's immediate family: a spouse, child, parent, sibling, or grandparent. Legal guardians and legal representatives with proper paperwork also qualify.

After the 25-year window has passed, the death record becomes public information. Any person can then request a copy. Texas Government Code Section 552.115 is the law that governs this restriction. Health and Safety Code Section 191.051 sets out who can get certified copies and under what conditions.

All applicants must provide a valid government-issued photo ID. See the DSHS list of acceptable IDs for details. Making a false statement on a death certificate request is a felony punishable by 2 to 10 years in prison and a fine up to $10,000.

Andrews County Death Records and Genealogy

Andrews County is in west Texas and has a relatively complete record set from 1903. No courthouse disasters are known to have damaged the vital records here. That is useful for genealogy researchers who need consistent coverage. The county was named for Richard Andrews, the first Texan killed in the Texas Revolution.

FamilySearch has a free online index for Texas deaths going back to 1903. Ancestry has a similar collection. Both sites let you search by name, year, and county. Once you find an index entry, you can order the actual certificate from the county clerk or from DSHS locally. The Library of Congress Texas genealogy guide is a helpful overview for new researchers.

The Texas DSHS Vital Statistics office maintains statewide death records and is the primary state agency for ordering certified copies of Texas death certificates.

DSHS serves as the statewide repository for death records, including those from Andrews County.

Cities in Andrews County

Andrews is the county seat and main city in the county. All death records for Andrews County are handled through the County Clerk's office in Andrews. No other cities in Andrews County meet the qualifying population threshold for a separate page.

Nearby Counties

Andrews County is in west Texas near the New Mexico border. These nearby counties also maintain their own death records through their respective county clerks.

Gaines County • Martin County • Ector County • Yoakum County