Lubbock County Booking Reports and Arrest Records
Lubbock County booking reports are maintained by the Lubbock County Sheriff's Office. You can search the county's online inmate roster in real time through the county's official jail division page. The Lubbock County Detention Center processes all county arrests, and records are available to the public under Texas law. For individuals transferred to state prison, the TDCJ Offender Search is the tool to use.
Lubbock County Overview
Lubbock County Sheriff's Office
The Lubbock County Sheriff's Office is one of the largest law enforcement agencies in West Texas. Located at 712 Main Street in Lubbock, the office oversees county patrol operations, inmate management, and public records for all arrests made in Lubbock County. The Sheriff's Office runs a large-scale detention operation with a Records Division that handles public information requests Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Lubbock County is the major population and commercial hub of the South Plains region. The Sheriff's Office works alongside the Lubbock Police Department and other local agencies, processing arrests from multiple jurisdictions into the county detention system. The volume of bookings is significantly higher than most Texas counties, and the Sheriff's Office has built out online tools to help the public access records without having to visit in person.
For records requests, you can submit them online through the county website or in person at the Records Division. The contact email for records is records@lubbockcounty.gov. The District Clerk's office maintains court records at (806) 775-1322, and the County Clerk can be reached at (806) 775-1048. Online court records are also searchable through the county's eGov portal at lubbockcounty.gov.
| Office | Lubbock County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 712 Main Street, Lubbock, TX 79408 |
| Phone | (806) 775-1400 |
| Records Email | records@lubbockcounty.gov |
| Detention Center | 801 Main Street, Lubbock, TX 79401 |
| Detention Phone | (806) 775-7035 |
| Records Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Searching Lubbock County Booking Reports
Lubbock County provides real-time online access to the inmate roster through the county's official detention division page at lubbockcounty.gov. The roster is available in both PDF and Excel formats. You can search by name, booking number, or sheriff's office number. This tool is updated in real time, making it one of the most current sources for Lubbock County arrest information.
The official county site is the preferred tool for searching. Third-party sites also pull data, but they are not managed by the county and may not reflect the most current status. For any questions about a specific record or to get documents for official use, contact the Records Division directly at records@lubbockcounty.gov or by calling (806) 775-1400.
For written records requests under the Texas Public Information Act, Government Code Chapter 552, you can submit requests online through the county website, in person at the Records Division during business hours, or by mail to 712 Main Street, Lubbock, TX 79408. The office has 10 business days to respond once a request is received. Standard copy fees apply per the state fee schedule.
If the person you are searching for has been convicted and moved to a Texas state prison, use the TDCJ Offender Search. VINE is also an active service in Lubbock County, providing custody status notifications when an inmate's status changes.
Note: The Lubbock County online roster reflects real-time status. For certified or official copies of records, contact the Records Division directly.
What Lubbock County Booking Reports Include
Lubbock County booking reports are among the most detailed of any county in West Texas. When someone is processed into the Lubbock County Detention Center, a comprehensive booking record is created. These records are public under Texas law and accessible through the county's online tools or by request.
Lubbock County booking records typically contain mugshots and booking photos, full name and demographic information, the booking number and booking date, charges with statute references, bond amounts and type, court dates, release dates when applicable, and the arresting agency. This level of detail reflects the more sophisticated records management system the larger county has in place.
Some information is restricted. Juvenile records are not public. Ongoing investigations may have restricted details. Expunged records are handled separately. For a full statewide criminal history that includes convictions, probation, and parole data, the right resource is the Texas DPS Crime Records Division. Lubbock County's own records cover only local bookings and detentions.
Lubbock County Detention Center
The Lubbock County Detention Center at 801 Main Street in Lubbock is one of the larger county jail facilities in Texas. It holds up to 1,512 inmates and has a staff of around 362 employees, including medical, kitchen, and commissary personnel. The facility is operated by the Sheriff's Office and handles the full intake, housing, and release process for Lubbock County.
When someone is booked into the detention center, they go through a thorough intake process that includes identity verification, health screening, classification, and property documentation. Inmates are assigned housing based on their charges and classification. Bond is set by the court. Those who post bond are released. Others remain in the facility while their case moves through the courts. SmartJailMail is available for scheduling visitation at the detention center, and VINE provides custody status notifications to registered users.
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards regulates the Lubbock County Detention Center along with all other county jails in Texas. The commission sets standards for housing, inmate care, medical services, and staffing, and conducts regular inspections to verify compliance. For deposits, visitation, or other inmate services, call the detention center directly at (806) 775-7035.
Public Records Requests in Lubbock County
The Texas Public Information Act, Government Code Chapter 552, gives anyone the legal right to request booking records from the Lubbock County Sheriff's Office. Arrest and booking records are public by default under Texas law, subject to limited exceptions. Lubbock County has a dedicated Records Division to handle these requests efficiently.
To request records, you can submit your request online through the county's portal at lubbockcounty.gov, send an email to records@lubbockcounty.gov, visit the Records Division in person at 712 Main Street between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Monday through Friday, or mail your request to the same address. Include the name of the person, the approximate date of arrest, and your contact information. The office has 10 business days under state law to respond.
Standard copy fees apply under the state rate schedule. Denials must cite a specific legal exception. If a denial seems improper, the Texas Office of the Attorney General handles disputes. For comprehensive statewide criminal history data or certified background reports, contact the Texas DPS Crime Records Division. Court records from Lubbock County cases are held separately by the District Clerk at (806) 775-1322.
Lubbock County Sheriff and Detention Resources
The Lubbock County Sheriff's Office website provides department information, contact details, and links to records resources for Lubbock County.
This is the official Sheriff's Office online resource, where you can find current contact details, department information, and access to records request procedures for Lubbock County.
The Lubbock County Detention Center page provides the real-time inmate roster and booking information for people currently held at the facility at 801 Main Street in Lubbock.
This is where you go to search the official Lubbock County inmate roster, available in PDF and Excel formats and updated in real time.
Cities in Lubbock County
Lubbock County includes the city of Lubbock as its county seat and largest city. Other communities in the county include Wolfforth, Slaton, and Shallowater. The Lubbock County Sheriff's Office processes arrests from across the county, while the Lubbock Police Department handles arrests within the city limits of Lubbock. All are booked into the Lubbock County Detention Center.
Nearby Counties
Lubbock County is the regional hub for the South Plains. These neighboring counties each have their own jails and booking processes, though Lubbock is often the closest large facility in the region.