The Texas Constitution, Article 5, Section 9 - "There shall be a Clerk for the District Court of each county, who shall be elected by the qualified voters for state and county officers, and who shall hold office for four years....."

Lisa David is the Williamson County District Clerk.

The District Clerk is elected countywide by voters for a four year term and has specific duties outlined in the Texas Constitution, by statutes passed through Legislative action, and Rules promulgated by the Texas Supreme Court.

Lisa David, the Williamson County District Clerk is the clerk for the 277th Judicial District Court, presiding Judge Ken Anderson; the 368th Judicial District Court, presiding Judge Burt Carnes; the 26th Judicial District Court, presiding Judge Billy Ray Stubblefield; the 395th Judicial District Court, presiding Judge Michael Jergins and in family law matters for the County Court at Law #1, presiding Judge Suzanne Brooks; County Court at Law #2, presiding Judge Tim Wright; County Court Court at Law #3, presiding Judge Don Higginbotham; and County Court Court at Law #4, presiding Judge John B. McMaster.

The duties of the District Clerk are to serve in a administrative capacity for the court. The District Clerk is the custodian of all court documents that are a part of any case and is responsible for the security of the records. Additionally, the District Clerk is responsible for docketing, indexing and recording, collecting fees, fines and court costs and managing all funds held in litigation; and performs such other duties as are imposed by statute or rule. The District Clerk is often present in the courtroom to file documents, take and administer oaths of defendants, witnesses and jurors and assist the Judge in the management of the docket. The duties of the District Clerk are extensive and interface with each phase of the judicial process.

The District Clerk maintains the official court record and receives for filing all documents in the felony criminal, family, juvenile, delinquent tax and the greater value civil court cases.

After a court case is filed, the District Clerk may be requested by an attorney or directed by court order to issue certain documents. Some of the documents issued may include a citation to notify a party that a case was filed, a capias to have someone arrested, a protective order to keep someone from harm, a writ to garnish wages or a bank account, an order to sell property or an execution to have someone put to death.

The District Clerk performs duties from the time a case is filed through disposition, appeal and ancillary proceedings that may occur for many, many years after judgment.

According to statutory requirements, the District Clerk gathers data and reports to many State and local agencies. This extensive reporting assists the County, the State and the Texas Legislature to determine the proper operation of the courts, the effectiveness of the statutes and the need for changes.

The District Clerk is responsible for managing the records so they are easily retrieved for court use and public information. Records in the Williamson County District Clerk's office date back to 1848. As custodian of these permanent records, the Clerk must assure that they are preserved and archived. Microfilming has secured this process along with saving money and reducing storage problems.

As a financial officer, the District Clerk collects court costs and fines set by statute which are deposited in the general fund of the County. Other fees are collected and allocated to the State for the benefit of over 10 State agencies. All court ordered child support is received and disbursed through the District Clerk's office. Currently, over 55,000 checks totaling over $13 million in child support are processed annually.

During litigation, money or other valuable items may be placed in the registry of the court with the District Clerk. The District Clerk is often ordered to invest the money in interest bearing accounts for minor children until they reach their majority or until final judgment. The District Clerk administers numerous accounts totaling millions of dollars.

The District Clerk is the officer of the Court in charge of the jury selection process for Williamson County. Jurors are randomly selected by the County computer system from a source consisting of the current voter registration lists from all the precincts in the county and residents of the county that are holders of a valid Texas drivers license or a valid personal identification card or certificate issued by the Department of Public Safety.

The District Clerk's office is located on the ground floor of the Williamson County Justice Center at 405 M.L.K. St., Georgetown, Texas. The mailing address is P. O. Box 24, Georgetown, Texas 78627. To contact the District Clerk's office, please call (512) 943-1212 from the Austin Metro area, (512) 352-3661 from the Taylor area, or (512) 259-2090 from the Leander/Liberty Hill area. For automated child support information, please call (512) 943-1224. For updates on District Court jury information, call (512) 943-1221. For the answers to the most frequently asked questions of the District Clerk's office, please see below.

What are the office hours of the District Clerk's office?
The District Clerk's office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

How do I get a copy of my divorce decree or other copies?
All copies are $1.00 for the first page and $.25 for each additional page. All certified copies are $1.00 per page. Copies of documents may be obtained upon payment of the appropriate fees either in person during regular office hours, or by writing or calling the District Clerk's office to obtain the purchase amount. Please include the case number and/or names of the parties to the case when making inquiries.

Do you have the forms to file a divorce?
The District Clerk does not have the papers or forms necessary for the filing of a divorce or any other law suit or pleading.

Can you tell me how to file my own divorce?
We are not attorneys and are prohibited by law from giving any legal advice. We cannot give you instructions on filing your divorce or answer any questions on the accuracy of your papers or how to present your case to the judge. If you intend to represent yourself Apro se@, without the assistance of an attorney, you must have the knowledge to prepare and file the proper pleadings and present your case to the court. We advise you to consult an attorney if you have any questions or are unsure as to what you need to do.

How do I file an answer when I have been served with a citation?
The District Clerk does not have a form for filing an answer and cannot assist you on how to file an answer. We are not attorneys and are prohibited by law from giving any legal advice. Consult an attorney for any assistance.

How do I get a case set or get information on a court hearing?
To set your case for a hearing or to appear on the uncontested docket or to check on a setting, you must call the court administrator of the appropiate court at one of the following phone numbers:

277th District Court - (512) 943-1277

368th District Court - (512) 943-1368

26th District Court - (512) 943-1226

395th District Court - (512) 943-1395

425th District Court - (512) 943-3380

County Court at Law No. 1 - (512) 943-1201

County Court at Law No. 2 - (512) 943-1410

County Court at Law No. 3 - (512) 943-1160

County Court at Law No. 4 - (512) 943-1681

What do I do about the taxes when a delinquent tax suit has been filed against me?
Contact the appropriate Tax Assessor-Collector regarding the amount of taxes owed or for information on payment of the taxes. Since a tax suit has been filed, court costs will also be due in addition to the taxes. Contact the District Clerk's office for the amount of court costs and payment information.