Kaufman County

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Kaufman County is a county government in North Central Texas, founded in 1848 and located directly east of Dallas County. Home to more than 195,000 residents, 16 cities, six independent school districts, and two colleges. Kaufman County has been recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau as the fastest-growing county over 100,000 people in the United States. The county is governed by a Commissioners' Court led by the County Judge and four County Commissioners. Kaufman County provides essential public services including law enforcement through the Sheriff's Office, courts, the County Clerk, Tax Assessor, elections, public health, behavioral health, veterans services, library, pet adoption, passports, marriage licenses, and STAR Transit. The Kaufman County Justice Center is located at 1902 E. US Highway 175 in Kaufman, Texas.

How large is Kaufman County, Texas?

Kaufman County is home to more than 195,000 residents, 16 cities, six independent school districts, two colleges, and thousands of businesses. Founded in 1848 and located directly east of Dallas County, Kaufman County has been recognized by the U.S. Census Bureau as the fastest-growing county over 100,000 people in the United States.

Where is the Kaufman County Courthouse located?

The Kaufman County Justice Center, which serves as the main courthouse, is located at 1902 E. US Highway 175, Kaufman, TX 75142. The main phone number is (469) 376-4100. County offices are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

What services does Kaufman County provide to residents?

Kaufman County provides core public services including law enforcement through the Kaufman County Sheriff's Office, courts and judicial services, the County Clerk, Tax Assessor and vehicle registration, elections, marriage licenses, passports, public health and behavioral health programs, veterans services, the county library, a pet adoption center, and STAR Transit public transportation.