Harris County Civil Courthouse
Zoom
Some courts are holding hearings via Zoom. Candace will provide you the details of how to attend court via Zoom as needed.
Courthouse Information
All family district courts are located in the Harris County
Civil Courthouse located at 201 Caroline, Houston, Texas
77002. See the list of each family court, specific location,
and direct telephone number for your convenience.
Parking
Parking is available all around the courthouse. Most parking lots accept credit cards. Leave home early enough to find and pay for parking.
Security
You must go through security similar to the airport to enter the courthouse. Make sure you leave small knives, pepper spray, fingernail clippers, etc. at home. You will be required to remove your shoes, belts, cell phones, keys, etc. The lines for security can become long. Expect delays at security.
Attire
Courthouse attire is business casual. No shorts or flip-flops. The courthouse is a formal venue which requires conservative, respectful attire at all times.
Etiquette
Make sure your cell phone and any other device is on silent at all times inside the courtroom. If it rings in the courtroom, the bailiff can take it from you. Do not talk in the courtroom if the Judge is on the bench. If the Judge calls your name, always stand to speak to the Judge. Always address the Judge as “Judge” or “Your Honor”.
Food Court in basement
You can enjoy Starbucks or Luby’s in the basement of the Civil Courthouse. Credit Cards are accepted.
Courthouses
245th Judicial District Court
15th Floor
(713) 368-5900
246th Judicial District Court
16th Floor
(713) 274-4500
247th Judicial District Court
15th Floor
(713) 368-6570
257th Judicial District Court
16th Floor
(713) 274-4560
308th Judicial District Court
8th Floor
(713) 274-4600
309th Judicial District Court
16th Floor
(713) 274-4520
310th Judicial District Court
15th Floor
(713) 368-4580
311th Judicial District Court
8th Floor
(713) 274-4580
312th Judicial District Court
16th Floor
(713) 274-4540
507th Judicial District Court
15th Floor
(713) 274-4620