Search Hockley County Booking Reports
Hockley County booking reports are maintained by the Hockley County Sheriff's Office in Levelland, Texas. An online inmate roster is available 24 hours a day through the county's website. You can also call the Sheriff's Office or the booking line for current inmate information. Located in the South Plains region of West Texas, all arrests in Hockley County are processed through the Hockley County Jail. The TDCJ Offender Search covers state prison inmates. The Texas Public Information Act gives the public access to most booking records.
Hockley County Overview
Hockley County Sheriff's Office
The Hockley County Sheriff's Office and Jail are located at 1310 Avenue H in Levelland, Texas. Sheriff Ray Scifres oversees law enforcement and jail operations for the county. The Hockley County Jail is at the same address, and a dedicated booking line is available at 806-894-9334. The Sheriff's Office main number is 806-894-3126.
Hockley County is a South Plains county in West Texas. The county seat of Levelland is the primary community. The Sheriff's Office serves the entire county and processes all local arrests through the jail on Avenue H. The county's official website at co.hockley.tx.us provides contact information and links to county resources. An online inmate roster is accessible around the clock through the county website, giving the public free access to basic current inmate data.
Hockley County booking records include code and warrant information, date of birth, complaint data, detainer details, mugshots, and current custody status. These records are created at the time of each arrest and are public under the Texas Public Information Act. For detailed or certified records, a formal written request to the Sheriff's Office is the right approach.
| Office | Hockley County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 1310 Avenue H, Levelland, TX 79336 |
| Main Phone | 806-894-3126 |
| Booking Line | 806-894-9334 |
| Sheriff | Ray Scifres |
| Website | co.hockley.tx.us |
How to Access Hockley County Booking Records
Hockley County has an online inmate roster accessible 24 hours a day through the county website at co.hockley.tx.us. The roster gives free access to current inmate data including names, mugshots, charges, warrant details, and custody status. This is a good first step for checking on a current inmate without calling the office.
For current booking status that may not yet be reflected in the online roster, call the booking line at 806-894-9334 or the main Sheriff's Office at 806-894-3126. Staff can confirm whether someone is currently in custody during business hours. For formal written records requests, send a letter to the Sheriff's Office at 1310 Avenue H in Levelland. Under Texas Government Code Chapter 552, the office must respond within 10 business days. Include the full name, date range, and your contact information.
For inmates moved to state prison, use the TDCJ Offender Search. For custody change notifications, sign up through VINELink. Court records are separate from jail records and are kept by the Hockley County Clerk and District Clerk in Levelland.
Note: The 24-hour online roster is a strong resource for Hockley County. Use it first before making a phone call or submitting a records request.
What Hockley County Booking Records Include
Hockley County booking records are generated at the jail each time someone is arrested and processed into custody. These records are public under Texas law. The 24-hour online roster provides free basic access, while formal requests give access to more complete data.
Hockley County booking data includes code and warrant information, date of birth, complaint and detainer data, current custody status, and mugshots. A full records request also yields charge details, bond information, booking date and time, the arresting agency, and the full legal name of the person booked. Active investigations may limit what is released in specific cases. Juvenile records are not public under Texas law. Commissary deposit services are available through third-party providers at the jail.
Booking records reflect charges at the time of arrest. They do not show how the case was resolved. For disposition data, contact the Hockley County District Clerk or County Clerk in Levelland.
Hockley County Jail
The Hockley County Jail at 1310 Avenue H in Levelland is the county's primary detention facility. It holds individuals arrested in the county while they await arraignment, trial, or transfer. The booking line for the facility is 806-894-9334. The jail is operated by the Sheriff's Office.
Intake at the Hockley County Jail includes identification checks, a health screening, and property collection. Inmates are assigned housing based on their charges and classification. Bond is set by the court. Those who post bail are released. Others remain in custody until their case is resolved. Sentenced individuals going to state prison are transferred to a Texas Department of Criminal Justice facility after their sentencing.
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards regulates the Hockley County Jail and all Texas county detention facilities. Standards cover inmate housing, staff training, healthcare, and facility conditions. Complaints about the jail can be directed to the commission. Commissary deposit services are available at the jail. For visitation schedules and deposit details, contact the facility at 806-894-9334.
Public Records in Hockley County
Under the Texas Public Information Act in Texas Government Code Chapter 552, you have the right to request booking and arrest records from the Hockley County Sheriff's Office. No special reason is required. A formal written request is needed for official copies of records beyond what the online roster shows.
Write to the Sheriff's Office at 1310 Avenue H, Levelland, TX 79336. Include the full name of the subject, the date range, and your contact information. You can also call 806-894-3126 to ask about preferred submission methods. The office has 10 business days to respond. If records are withheld, they must cite the applicable legal exception. Standard fees are $0.10 per page for copies and $5.00 for certified copies. For large requests, research time fees may apply.
Improper denials can be appealed to the Texas Office of the Attorney General. For full statewide criminal history reports, contact the Texas DPS Crime Records Division. That is a different process from requesting local booking records.
Hockley County Sheriff and Texas Resources
The Hockley County website provides the 24-hour inmate roster, Sheriff's Office contact information, and access to public records request procedures.
This official county site is the best starting point for Hockley County inmate lookups and records requests. The online roster is accessible around the clock at no charge.
The Texas DPS Crime Records Division maintains statewide criminal history data for all Texas counties, including Hockley County.
This state portal provides access to criminal history records across all of Texas. For state prison inmates, use the TDCJ Inmate Search.
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards regulates county jails across the state, including the Hockley County Jail in Levelland.
This agency sets minimum standards for Texas county detention facilities and investigates complaints from the public about jail conditions statewide.
Cities in Hockley County
Hockley County is in the South Plains of West Texas. Levelland is the county seat and main city in the area. Other communities include Sundown and Smyer. All arrests made in Hockley County are processed through the Hockley County Sheriff's Office and Jail at 1310 Avenue H in Levelland.
No cities in Hockley County currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city records page on this site.
Nearby Counties
If you are unsure whether a booking falls under Hockley County or a neighboring county, check which agency made the arrest. These counties each have their own jails and records.