Comanche County Criminal Court Records
Comanche County criminal court records are managed by the District Court in Lawton, Oklahoma. The county is part of the 5th Judicial District and serves about 120,000 people in southwest Oklahoma, including Fort Sill. You can search case records for free on the OSCN state portal or call the Court Clerk at the courthouse on SW 5th Street. Criminal filings cover felonies, misdemeanors, traffic cases, and more. Both name and case number lookups work on the state system. The clerk's criminal office can pull files in person during business hours.
Comanche County Court Records at a Glance
Comanche County Criminal Records Online
The fastest way to find Comanche County criminal court records is through the OSCN Comanche County search page. This free tool lets you look up cases by name or case number. It covers felonies, misdemeanors, traffic cases, small claims, and more. Results show the case title, filing date, charges, and the full docket sheet. You can view scanned documents when they have been uploaded. No fee and no login needed. Comanche County is one of the larger counties on the system, so search results can be long for common names. Add a date range to help narrow things down.
Felony cases use the format CF-YYYY-##### and misdemeanors use CM-YYYY-#####. Type the case number in and the record loads fast. For name searches, put the last name first. The system covers cases from Lawton and all surrounding towns in the county. New filings may take a day or two to show up on the site.
The state also runs On Demand Court Records, which pulls from the same data but has a different layout. Basic searches on ODCR are free. A paid plan at $5 per month adds date of birth filters and other tools. Both systems show the same Comanche County case data, so pick the one that works best for you.
Note: OSCN does not include federal cases, tribal court records, or most municipal court matters for Comanche County.
Comanche County Court Clerk Office
The Comanche County Court Clerk handles all criminal court records for the 5th Judicial District. Robert Morales serves as Court Clerk. The criminal office is in Suite 504 at 315 SW 5th Street, Lawton, OK 73501. Call (580) 355-4017 for criminal case questions. The civil office is at (580) 581-4565 and small claims at (580) 250-5093. Hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Walk-in requests for copies are taken during those hours.
Copy fees follow state law. Under Title 51 O.S. Section 24A.5 of the Oklahoma Open Records Act, anyone can inspect and copy government records during business hours. The first page costs $1.00 and each page after that is $0.50. Certified copies cost a bit more. You can pay with cash, check, or money order. The Comanche County Court Clerk keeps records going back to statehood, covering criminal cases, marriage licenses, divorce filings, and probate matters. The office also handles passports and jury duty scheduling, so call ahead if you plan to visit during a busy time.
For land records, contact County Clerk Carrie Tubbs at (580) 355-5214. That office is at 315 SW 5th St., Room 304, Lawton, OK 73501. You can also reach them by email at countyclerk@comanchecounty.us.
5th Judicial District Criminal Court System
Comanche County is part of the 5th Judicial District. The district court sits in Lawton for all Comanche County cases. This includes felony arraignments, preliminary hearings, plea hearings, and jury trials. Misdemeanor cases also go through the district court. The criminal office in Suite 504 handles felonies, misdemeanors, warrants, traffic cases, and wildlife violations.
Fort Sill brings a mix of military-connected cases to the Comanche County court system. Some cases involving military personnel may be handled by federal courts instead. If you need to appear for a case, check the docket on OSCN or call the Court Clerk at (580) 355-4017 to confirm your hearing date and time. Court docket schedules are posted at the courthouse and often listed on the OSCN case pages as well.
Comanche County Arrest and Criminal Records
The Comanche County Sheriff's Office manages arrest records and warrant information. The office is at 315 SW 5th Street, Suite 101, Lawton, OK 73501. Call (580) 353-4280 for questions. The sheriff handles booking records, arrest reports, incident reports, and warrant lookups. The Comanche County Detention Center holds inmates awaiting trial or serving short sentences. An inmate search is available through the sheriff's office.
For a statewide check, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation runs background searches through its CHIRP portal. A name-based search costs $15. Fingerprint-based checks cost $19 and give more complete results. OSBI reports cover Oklahoma arrests, charges, and court outcomes from law enforcement and courts across the state. Keep in mind that OSBI only covers Oklahoma records. Under Title 74 O.S. Section 150.9, OSBI maintains the state criminal history repository.
The Oklahoma Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service at 405-416-7000. This can connect you with a criminal defense attorney in the Lawton area.
Comanche County Criminal Record Expungement
Oklahoma law allows people with criminal records to seek expungement in certain cases. Under Title 22 O.S. Section 18, those acquitted, who had charges dismissed, or who got a pardon can file to have records sealed. Misdemeanor convictions with fines under $501 have no wait. Other misdemeanors need a 5-year wait. A single non-violent felony requires 5 years after the sentence ends.
To start, file a petition in the Comanche County District Court. Filing fees range from $150 to $250. You also need an OSBI criminal history report at $15, and OSBI charges $150 to process the order once the court grants it. The petition must be served on the District Attorney, the arresting agency, and the OSBI. Deferred sentences work differently. Under Title 22 O.S. Section 991(c), records from a deferred sentence are sealed once the person finishes all probation conditions. The court dismisses the charge and seals the record automatically.
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma can help low-income residents with the expungement process at no charge. They serve the Lawton area and can walk you through the steps.
Victim Services and Case Tracking in Comanche County
Crime victims in Comanche County can track offender status through VINE, the Victim Information and Notification Everyday system. VINE sends alerts by phone, text, or email when an offender's custody status changes. This covers release, transfer, or escape. The service is free and anonymous. Call 1-877-654-8463 to register or sign up online.
The Oklahoma Department of Corrections offender lookup shows inmates in state custody. Search by name or DOC number. Results show the facility, sentence length, and earliest release date. This tool only covers state prison inmates. For Comanche County jail info, contact the sheriff's office at (580) 353-4280.
Federal cases in Comanche County fall under the Western District of Oklahoma. Search those records through PACER, the federal court records system.
Comanche County Criminal Court Records Search Tools
The Oklahoma State Courts Network provides free access to Comanche County criminal court records, case dockets, and hearing schedules filed in the 5th Judicial District.
Search results display defendant names, charges filed, case status, and links to the full docket sheet for each Comanche County case.
The Comanche County Court Clerk website lists office hours, contact numbers, and details on the criminal and civil divisions in the Lawton courthouse.
The clerk site also covers passport services, marriage licenses, and jury duty information for Comanche County residents.
Cities in Comanche County
Lawton is the largest city in Comanche County and the county seat. Criminal cases from Lawton are prosecuted in the Comanche County District Court. The city also runs its own municipal court for ordinance violations and minor traffic offenses.
Smaller communities like Cache, Elgin, Fletcher, and Sterling also fall under Comanche County jurisdiction. Cases from these towns are filed at the courthouse in Lawton.
Nearby Counties
Comanche County borders several other counties in southwest Oklahoma. If a case was filed in a neighboring county, you will need to search that county's records separately on OSCN.