San Augustine County Arrest Records
San Augustine County booking reports are maintained by the San Augustine County Sheriff's Office, with the El Camino Justice Center serving as the county detention facility. You can search arrest records and check on current inmates through the online jail roster or by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly. Online tools and the TDCJ Offender Search are also available for locating individuals in the Texas corrections system.
San Augustine County Overview
San Augustine County Sheriff's Office
The San Augustine County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency for San Augustine County in East Texas. The Sheriff's Office handles all county-level arrests, runs the El Camino Justice Center jail, and manages public records requests for booking data. The county seat is the city of San Augustine, and that is where all county detention and records functions are based.
San Augustine County is a small rural county in the Piney Woods of East Texas. The Sheriff's Office covers the county's unincorporated areas as well as the smaller communities within its borders. The jail at the El Camino Justice Center processes all county arrests, and an online roster is available for checking current inmates. Booking records for this county include detailed data including mugshots, charges, bond amounts, and release dates when applicable.
| Office | San Augustine County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Location | San Augustine, TX |
| Jail Phone | 936-275-2424 |
| Jail | El Camino Justice Center, San Augustine, TX |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, business hours |
The San Augustine County Sheriff's Office page on the county website is the official contact point for law enforcement and records inquiries.
How to Search San Augustine County Booking Reports
San Augustine County has an online jail roster at sanaugustinecountyjail.org. This site allows you to look up current inmates at the El Camino Justice Center and see basic booking details. It is the quickest option for checking who is in custody without having to call the office.
For records not shown online, or for older bookings, contact the jail directly at 936-275-2424. Staff can confirm custody status and point you to the right process for a formal records request. Under the Texas Public Information Act, booking and arrest records are available to the public. Written requests should include the full name of the person, the approximate arrest date, and your contact information. Standard copy fees apply, and the agency must respond within 10 business days.
You can also use the JailExchange page for San Augustine County to look up additional jail and inmate information from a third-party directory. For people who have been transferred to state prison, the TDCJ Offender Search is the correct tool to use.
Note: The online roster reflects active and recent bookings. Older records may need to be requested through a formal public records request to the Sheriff's Office.
What San Augustine County Booking Records Include
Booking records in San Augustine County are created each time someone is processed into the El Camino Justice Center. These records document the arrest and the details of the person taken into custody. They are public records under Texas law and are accessible to anyone.
San Augustine County booking records typically include the full name of the person arrested, their booking number, date of birth, the date of booking, mugshots, charges filed, bond information, release date when applicable, and criminal charge details. Medical screening information is also part of the intake process, though that portion may not be publicly released. This level of detail is more than many small Texas counties provide online, making the San Augustine jail roster a useful resource for arrest information searches.
Some data may be restricted. Records tied to active investigations may have certain fields withheld. Juvenile records are not public. Expunged records are removed from public access. For certified copies, contact the Sheriff's Office and ask about the fee schedule for your specific request type.
El Camino Justice Center
The El Camino Justice Center in San Augustine is the county's main detention facility. It holds individuals who have been arrested in San Augustine County and are awaiting arraignment, trial, or transfer. The facility is managed by the Sheriff's Office and processes all county bookings.
Visitation at the El Camino Justice Center follows a set schedule. Women can visit on Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on Tuesdays from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Men have visiting times on Saturdays from 11:00 AM to noon and on Tuesdays from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. These times can change, so call 936-275-2424 before making the trip to confirm the schedule is current.
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards regulates the El Camino Justice Center and all other county jails in Texas. They set the minimum requirements for safety, housing, staffing, and inmate care. Unresolved complaints about facility conditions can be directed to the commission.
Public Records Requests in San Augustine County
Under Texas Government Code Chapter 552, you have the right to request booking records from the San Augustine County Sheriff's Office. The agency must respond within 10 business days, either by providing the records, asking for more time if the request is large, or giving a specific legal reason for any withholding.
To submit a request, write a letter describing what you need. Include the full name of the subject, the approximate date of arrest, and your contact information. Deliver it in person to the Sheriff's Office in San Augustine, or mail it to their address. If fees apply, they will notify you before proceeding. Standard copy fees under Texas law are typically $0.10 per page.
If you believe records were improperly denied, contact the Texas DPS Crime Records Division or the Texas Office of the Attorney General. For full criminal history reports, those must be requested directly from Texas DPS and are separate from what the Sheriff's Office maintains as local booking data.
San Augustine County Records Resources
The San Augustine County Sheriff's Office official page provides contact information and guidance on accessing local law enforcement records.
This is the official county page for the San Augustine County Sheriff's Office, the agency responsible for all county-level arrests, bookings, and records requests.
The Texas DPS Crime Records Division maintains statewide arrest and criminal history data for all Texas counties including San Augustine County.
This statewide portal provides access to criminal history records beyond the scope of what local county resources offer. It is the correct destination for full criminal background checks in Texas.
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards oversees the El Camino Justice Center and other county facilities across Texas.
This state agency ensures that county jails like San Augustine County's El Camino Justice Center operate under established standards for safety and inmate treatment.
Cities in San Augustine County
San Augustine County includes the city of San Augustine as the county seat. The county also contains several small communities in the surrounding rural area. All arrests made in San Augustine County are processed through the Sheriff's Office and booked into the El Camino Justice Center. No cities in San Augustine County currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city records page on this site.
Nearby Counties
If you are not sure which county handled a particular arrest, check the arresting agency on the booking record. These neighboring counties each have their own sheriff's offices and jails.