Commissioner's Court Schedule
Regular Meeting Schedule
Commissioner's Court meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at the Courthouse, 110 S. Main St., Lockhart.
Office Contact Information
Lockhart, Texas 78644
Ezzy.Chan@co.caldwell.tx.us
Services & Permits
Judge Haden performs wedding ceremonies in the 2nd floor courtroom or on the south side of the Courthouse.
- Fee: $100.00 (cash only)
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
- By appointment only
- Must have valid Texas marriage license
- License valid after 72-hour waiting period
- License expires 90 days from issue date
Events expected to draw large crowds to unincorporated Caldwell County require a Mass Gathering Permit from the County Judge's office.
- Download and complete the application packet
- Return to the County Judge's Office
- Submit well in advance of the event date
Use of the Caldwell County Courthouse Grounds for events requires prior approval through the County Judge's office.
- Event locations determined by County Judge's Office
- Lawn Protection Guidelines must be followed
- Contact office for application
Film productions using the Caldwell County Courthouse or grounds must obtain a filming permit from the County Judge's office.
- Download and complete the Filming Application
- Detailed guidelines apply
- Submit before filming begins
Caldwell County provides assistance with burial or cremation costs for qualifying indigent residents through the County Judge's Office.
- Application must be completed and returned to the office
- Subject to eligibility review
- Contact office for guidance
About the County Judge
The County Judge is the chief elected official of Caldwell County and serves simultaneously as the presiding officer of the Commissioners Court and as the judge of the County Court. The position is elected countywide to a four-year term.