Find Death Records in Atascosa County

Atascosa County death records are held by the County Clerk in Jourdanton, Texas. The Atascosa County Death Index covers deaths from 1903 to the present, and the clerk's office accepts requests in person, by mail, and through an online portal. Records are in excellent condition with no known courthouse disasters affecting the collection.

Atascosa County Clerk and Death Records

The Atascosa County Clerk's office is in Jourdanton, which is the county seat. Phone is (830) 767-2511. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The clerk maintains all vital records including death certificates, birth records, and marriage licenses. The Atascosa County website has more on available services and how to contact the office.

An online portal is available for some record types in Atascosa County. This lets you start a request without making a trip to Jourdanton. The county was created in 1856 from Bexar County, and its records have been kept in excellent condition since 1903. Atascosa County is in south Texas, about 30 miles south of San Antonio.

Certified copies are issued only to qualified applicants for deaths within the past 25 years. All applicants must present valid photo ID. The county does not issue plain copies of death records.

The Atascosa County government website serves as the entry point for clerk services in Jourdanton, including vital records requests and online access options.

Atascosa County is in south Texas and has maintained vital records since 1903 with no major disruptions to the collection.

How to Search Atascosa County Death Records

In-person requests at the Jourdanton courthouse are the fastest method. Bring your photo ID and the name and date of death for the person you are looking up. The clerk will search and issue a certified copy. An online portal is also available for Atascosa County, so check the county website first to see if you can start your request remotely.

Mail requests require a completed application, a copy of your ID, and a money order made out to the Atascosa County Clerk. No personal checks. Send to the clerk's office in Jourdanton. Processing time varies but is usually a few business days after the request is received.

The state option through DSHS Vital Statistics is also available. Online orders take 20 to 25 days to process. You can mail your order to P.O. Box 12040, Austin, TX 78711-2040, which takes 25 to 30 days. Call (888) 963-7111 with questions. The DSHS order locally page can also direct you to nearby ordering options.

Death Certificate Fees in Atascosa County

The fee for a certified death certificate in Atascosa County is $21.00 for the first copy. Each additional copy ordered at the same time costs $4.00. These fees are standard under Texas law. The DSHS state office charges $20.00 for the first copy and $3.00 for additional copies. Either office produces the same certified document.

Payment for mail requests must be by money order or cashier's check. No personal checks accepted. In-person payments may include cash. Verify current payment options with the clerk before sending a mail request.

Who Can Access Atascosa County Death Records

Death records from the last 25 years are restricted to qualified applicants. This includes the deceased's immediate family: spouse, child, parent, sibling, and grandparent. Legal guardians and legal representatives with proper paperwork also qualify. Texas Government Code Section 552.115 sets out this restriction, and Health and Safety Code Section 191.051 defines who may receive certified copies.

After 25 years, records become public information. All applicants must show a valid ID. The DSHS acceptable ID page lists the forms of identification accepted. A false statement on a death record request is a felony carrying up to 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine.

Atascosa County Death Records and Genealogy

Atascosa County has a rich genealogical record going back to 1903 with no known disruptions. The county name comes from the Spanish word for "boggy" in reference to the Atascosa River. It is in south Texas and has a strong ranching and farming heritage. Families with deep roots in this region often find good documentation of ancestors at the Jourdanton clerk's office.

The FamilySearch Texas Death Index is free and covers 1903 to 2000. It is searchable by name and year, making it a useful first step. Ancestry's Texas Death Index is another index you can search to find Atascosa County death entries. Once you identify a record, contact the county clerk or DSHS for the certified copy.

Cities in Atascosa County

Jourdanton is the county seat of Atascosa County. Pleasanton is another city in the county. Neither meets the population threshold for a separate city page. All death records for the county are handled through the County Clerk's office in Jourdanton.

Nearby Counties

Atascosa County is in south Texas. These surrounding counties each maintain death records through their own clerk offices.

Bexar County • Wilson County • Karnes County • Live Oak County • McMullen County