Texas · Document Recording
Recording a Deed or Document in Madison County, TX
Madison County (population 13,462) records real-property documents through the Madison County Clerk (Adrian Lawson). Below is what it costs, how to submit, and how Jurably can prepare, notarize, and record your document for you — without a trip to the courthouse.
Madison County recording — the essentials
- Recording office
- Madison County Clerk (Adrian Lawson)
- Recording fee
- $25.00 (LGC 118.011: $5.00 recording + $10.00 records management + $10.00 archive) first / $4.00 per additional page; $0.25 per additional name indexed over 5 add'l (+unverified (no separate rider fee listed); $25.00 (or 2x statutory fee) penalty if grantee's mailing address missing)
- Mailing address
- 103 West Trinity Street, Suite 104, Madisonville, TX 77864
- Phone
- 936-241-6210
- Checks payable to
- unverified (checks not accepted, so not applicable)
- Electronic recording
- Paper / mail
Formatting note: unverified; document must have a clearly identifying heading at top of first page (LGC 191.007)
Can you e-record in Madison County?
Madison County records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
How to record a document in Madison County, Texas
- Prepare the document so it meets Madison County formatting rules (legal description, grantee address, signature block, and the blank margin the recorder reserves for its stamp).
- Notarize it if the instrument requires acknowledgment — most deeds and affidavits do.
- Submit by mail to Madison County Clerk (Adrian Lawson) at 103 West Trinity Street, Suite 104, Madisonville, TX 77864.
- Pay the recording fee ($25.00 (LGC 118.011: $5.00 recording + $10.00 records management + $10.00 archive) first / $4.00 per additional page; $0.25 per additional name indexed over 5 add'l (+unverified (no separate rider fee listed); $25.00 (or 2x statutory fee) penalty if grantee's mailing address missing)).
- Receive the recorded instrument back with its book/page or instrument number as proof of record.
Let Jurably record it for you
Skip the courthouse. Upload your signed document to Jurably and we prepare it to Madison County standards, arrange remote online notarization if it is needed, record it by certified mail, and return the recorded instrument — usually within a couple of business days. It is a self-help filing service, not legal advice.
Madison County recording — FAQ
How much does it cost to record a document in Madison County?
The Madison County Clerk (Adrian Lawson) charges $25.00 (LGC 118.011: $5.00 recording + $10.00 records management + $10.00 archive) first / $4.00 per additional page; $0.25 per additional name indexed over 5 add'l (+unverified (no separate rider fee listed); $25.00 (or 2x statutory fee) penalty if grantee's mailing address missing), with checks payable to unverified (checks not accepted, so not applicable). Additional fees may apply for extra pages, indexing, or specific document types.
Can you record documents electronically in Madison County?
Madison County records documents submitted by mail or in person. Jurably handles this on the paper rail — we prepare, notarize, mail, and track your document to a recorded instrument number.
Where do I send documents for recording in Madison County?
Mail recordings to Madison County Clerk (Adrian Lawson): 103 West Trinity Street, Suite 104, Madisonville, TX 77864 (936-241-6210).
Can Jurably record my document in Madison County for me?
Yes. Upload your signed document, and Jurably prepares it, arranges notarization if it is required, records it by mail, and returns the recorded instrument to you — so you never have to visit the Madison County recorder in person.
Other Texas counties
Jurably services
Record in Madison County without the courthouse trip.
Upload your document — Jurably prepares, notarizes, and records it, then sends back the recorded instrument.