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Lubbock County, Texas Arrest Records

In Lubbock County, arrest records are documents used by law enforcement officers to preserve information about persons taken into custody. They are generated at the time a person is taken into custody by the arresting officer or booking personnel. The TPIA makes them public, thereby promoting transparency and accountability within the criminal justice system, as county residents are able to monitor law enforcement activity.

Although the Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office and the Lubbock Police Department are the largest law enforcement agencies generating and creating arrest records within the county, arrest records may be created or maintained by any county or municipal law enforcement agency depending on where an arrest occurred. 

The Texas Government Code, Chapter 411, Subchapter F, designates the Texas Department of Public Safety as the state’s central repository for criminal history record information and restricts their dissemination to specific authorized entities, thereby making them largely nonpublic.

Are Arrest Records Public Information in Lubbock, Texas?

Yes. Arrest records in Lubbock County are public under the Texas Public Information Act (TPIA). Nevertheless, certain records may be withheld from public view for a number of reasons, including exemption under other state privacy laws, expunction pursuant to Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Chapter 55A, or a nondisclosure order entered under Texas Government Code, Chapter 411, Subchapter E-1. Where records are publicly accessible, the TPIA permits any interested person to inspect them at no cost, irrespective of where they live. 

Fees may only be charged if the requester asks for physical or electronic copies. For more complex requests, such as large volumes of records or older files, agencies may charge fees to cover staff time and processing. Furthermore, requesters are under no obligation to explain why they want the records. Those who visit a law enforcement agency in person to file a record request may, however, be asked to present a valid ID for access.

What Do Public County Arrest Records Contain?

The main public-facing elements of a Lubbock County arrest record are as follows:

  • The arrestee’s identifying/descriptive information: full name, date of birth, age, sex, race, height, weight, eye color, mugshot, and known aliases.
  • Information about court proceedings that led to or resulted from the arrest: court dates, court case number, bond/bail type and amount, and presiding court name.
  • Information about the charges that resulted in the arrest: a description of the charges (may sometimes include statutory citations) and the date the offense was committed.
  • Booking information: date and time of arrest/booking, booking number, name of arresting agency, and name of detention facility.

Sometimes, a public arrest record may contain information deemed non-public, in which case, the affected pieces of information will be redacted before a copy of the record can be released to a requester. At other times, an entire case record may be marked confidential and, as such, is typically restricted to record subjects and law enforcement agencies. Some exempt information include

  • Sensitive personal identification numbers, e.g., social security numbers and credit card numbers
  • Juvenile records
  • Identifying information about victims of sexual abuse and domestic violence
  • Investigative materials
  • Records protected by an expunction or nondisclosure order

Lubbock County,  Texas Arrest Search

Texas’ central repository for criminal history information is the Department of Public Safety (DPS). While the agency does not offer a dedicated online portal specifically for searching arrest records, arrest information is frequently incorporated into the criminal history data accessible through its Computerized Criminal History (CCH) system. Searches through CCH are conducted by name and cost a fee of $1.00 per search.

For individuals held at the federal level, jurisdiction lies with the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP). The bureau offers an inmate search tool that allows inquirers to locate individuals using either their full legal name or their BOP registration number.

Lubbock County Inmate Locator

The Lubbock County Detention Center is the county’s main incarceration facility. Inmates at this facility can be located using the active online jail roster provided by the county. Searches require an inmate’s name, booking number, or Sheriff’s Office (SO) number. Alternatively, a person may use the “Search” option on the Lubbock County Sheriff’s mobile app to view inmate information. For more information, reach out to the sheriff’s office or the detention center at any of the following contact information:

Sheriff’s Office

712 Broadway, 

Lubbock, TX 79401

Phone: (806) 775-1400

Detention Center: 

3502 North Holly Avenue 

Lubbock, TX 79403

Phone: (806) 775-7009, (806) 775-7015

Active Warrant Search in Lubbock County

An arrest warrant is a formal written directive issued by a magistrate that authorizes a law enforcement official to take into custody an individual suspected of committing an offense. Kaufman County arrest warrants are issued upon a finding of probable cause and can be carried out anywhere within the state of Texas. Chapter 15 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure governs the issuance and execution of arrest warrants in Lubbock County.

Arrest warrants originate from and are primarily maintained by the court clerk’s office, although the sheriff’s office typically maintains warrant information. Interested individuals may search the online court records search portal for warrant information or visit the office in person to request records. Common information included in arrest warrants includes:

  • First and last name or description of the accused
  • The command to arrest
  • Statement of the arrest
  • Supporting affidavit
  • Date and place of issuance
  • Issuing magistrate’s information

How to Find Arrest Records for Free in Lubbock County

The online jail roster is the most accessible resource for finding Lubbock County arrest records. However, it features limited arrest information and may not cover older arrest records. Furthermore, redacted or non-public arrest records are only available in person at the sheriff’s office. In-person inspections (without copy requests) at the sheriff’s office are the most reliable means of obtaining arrest records for free, although fees are typically assessed for bulk requests. A nominal fee is assessed for copies. Searches typically require an arrestee’s first and last name or booking number.

Lubbock County Arrest Report

A Lubbock County arrest report is not the same as an arrest record, though the terms are often used interchangeably. An arrest record typically refers to a summary entry maintained in law enforcement case management systems, containing basic details such as the individual’s name, booking date, charges, and arresting agency.

By contrast, an arrest report is a detailed narrative prepared by the arresting officer after the arrest incident. It outlines the circumstances of the arrest, including observations, evidence collected, and any statements made. In summary, while the arrest record confirms that an arrest occurred, the arrest report goes further to explain how and why it happened.

Arrest reports are public, although restrictions may apply. Interested persons can obtain reports from the Lubbock Police Department in person or online.

How to Get an Arrest Record Expunged in Lubbock County

Texas law permits residents of Lubbock County to permanently destroy arrest records and all related court documents where a case ended in acquittal, dismissal, or pardon. Expunctions in Texas fall into two categories: mandatory (automatic) and discretionary. They are governed by the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, Chapter 55A. A separate, less comprehensive remedy exists in the form of nondisclosure orders, which are governed by Texas Government Code, Chapter 411, Subchapter E-1.

A person may qualify for expunction in Lubbock County under any of the following circumstances:

  • The arrest resulted from mistaken identity
  • The statute of limitations on the offense has expired
  • The indictment was dismissed or quashed
  • No indictment was presented and the following waiting periods have elapsed since the arrest date:
    • 180 days for a Class C misdemeanor
    • 1 year for a Class A or B misdemeanor, provided no felony arose from the same case
    • 3 years for a felony

Note: Where no indictment was entered, the attorney representing the state must certify that the records will not be relevant to any future criminal investigation or prosecution.

Expunction is not available in the following situations:

  • The records relate to the suspension or revocation of a driver's permit, license, or driving privilege
  • The arrest was for a violation of community supervision
  • The person absconded following the arrest

An expunction petition may be filed in a district court, municipal court of record, or justice court in the county where the arrestee resides. Eligible individuals should obtain and file an ex parte petition for expunction (typically available through the court clerk's office).

The petition must include the following information:

  • The petitioner's full name, sex, race, date of birth, driver's license number, Social Security number, and address at the time of arrest
  • The offense charged against the petitioner
  • The date of the arrest and the name of the arresting agency
  • The name of the county or municipality where the arrest occurred
  • The case number and the court in which the offense was filed
  • Physical and email addresses of all law enforcement agencies, correctional facilities, criminal justice agencies, and other county or state officials that may have custody of copies of the records (the Lubbock County District Clerk makes this contact information publicly available)
  • Physical and email addresses of any central federal repositories of criminal records that may hold copies of the affected records
  • Physical and email addresses of any private entities that compile and disseminate criminal history record information, if there is reason to believe those entities possess information related to the arrest

After the petition is filed, the court will schedule a hearing no sooner than 30 days from the filing date and will serve a copy of the petition on each agency listed within it. If the court finds at the hearing that the petitioner meets the eligibility requirements, it will enter an expunction order directing all named agencies to destroy the affected records.

How Do You Remove Lubbock County Arrest Records From the Internet?

Removing Lubbock County arrest records from the internet typically requires obtaining an expunction order or a non-disclosure order under Texas law. This legally restricts public access to the record. Once granted, the order directs government agencies to remove or seal the specified information from official databases. Thereafter, it becomes easier to request removal from online platforms, as the information is no longer publicly accessible through official channels. Where complications arise, speak with an attorney.