Wilson County Booking Reports
Wilson County booking reports are kept by the Wilson County Sheriff's Office in Floresville, Texas. You can search arrest records and check on current inmates by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly. The Texas Public Information Act gives anyone the right to request these records. The TDCJ Offender Search covers individuals who have been transferred to a Texas state prison. Wilson County sits southeast of San Antonio in the South Texas region.
Wilson County Overview
Wilson County Sheriff's Office
The Wilson County Sheriff's Office in Floresville is the main law enforcement agency serving Wilson County. It handles all jail bookings, manages the county detention facility, and processes public requests for arrest records. The Sheriff's Office address is 800 10th Street, Unit 4, Floresville, TX 78114.
Wilson County is located just outside of San Antonio and has seen some growth as the metro area expands. The county is still largely rural, and the Sheriff's Office is the primary booking agency for the area. When arrests happen anywhere in the county, whether by the Sheriff's Office or a city police department, inmates are typically brought to the county jail for processing. All booking records are created and maintained at the Sheriff's Office in Floresville.
The county does not have a publicly accessible online inmate roster at this time, so calling the office directly or submitting a written request are the main ways to get booking information.
| Office | Wilson County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 800 10th Street, Unit 4, Floresville, TX 78114 |
| Phone | (830) 393-2535 |
| Jail | Wilson County Jail, Floresville, TX |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, business hours |
Wilson County Sheriff Online
The Wilson County Sheriff's Office page on the county's official website provides contact information and general department details.
This county page is the official resource for reaching the Sheriff's Office. It is the right place to verify contact details before calling or visiting in person about a booking record.
Wilson County does not currently offer a live online inmate roster, so the most direct way to check on a current inmate is to call (830) 393-2535. For written records requests, submit your letter under the Texas Government Code Chapter 552 to the Sheriff's Office at 800 10th Street, Unit 4, Floresville, TX 78114.
How to Search Wilson County Arrest Records
The best way to get current inmate information from Wilson County is to call (830) 393-2535 and speak with jail staff. They can confirm whether someone is in custody and provide basic booking details during business hours.
For written records requests, put your request in writing and include the full name of the person you are looking for, the approximate date of arrest if known, and your contact details. Mail or deliver your request to the Wilson County Sheriff's Office at 800 10th Street, Unit 4, Floresville, TX 78114. The office must reply within 10 business days under Texas law. They can hand over the records, ask for more time, or explain any exemptions. If fees apply, they will let you know before processing the request.
The TDCJ Offender Search is the tool to use when someone has been convicted and moved to a state prison. That search covers all Texas Department of Criminal Justice facilities. VINELink lets you sign up for free alerts when someone's custody status changes, which can be helpful if you need to know when a person is released from the Wilson County Jail.
Note: Wilson County booking records reflect charges at the time of arrest, not the final outcome of any criminal case.
What Wilson County Booking Records Contain
A Wilson County booking record is created every time someone is processed into the county jail. It captures the facts of the arrest and booking, and it is kept on file by the Sheriff's Office. These records are public under Texas law.
Standard booking data in Wilson County includes the full name and date of birth of the arrested person, physical description, booking date and time, charges filed at booking, bond amount, the arresting agency, and an assigned booking number. Mugshots may be included in some records. Certain details may be withheld if a case involves an active investigation or if another legal exception applies. Juvenile records are never public in Texas. If you need certified copies for legal or official use, the Sheriff's Office can provide those for a state-set fee per page.
Wilson County Jail
The Wilson County Jail is in Floresville and is operated by the Sheriff's Office. It holds people who have been arrested and are waiting for court appearances, bond hearings, or transfer. The jail handles all county-level detention for Wilson County.
When someone is booked in, they go through the standard Texas intake process. This includes identification checks, a health screening, and recording of personal property. After processing, they are assigned to a housing unit based on their charges and classification. If bail is set and paid, the person is released. Those who remain in custody stay at the jail until their case concludes or they are moved to another facility.
To ask about visitation, deposits, or mail, contact the jail at (830) 393-2535. Policies can change, and it is always worth calling ahead before visiting.
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards sets the rules for county jails across Texas. Wilson County Jail must meet those standards and is subject to periodic inspections by the Commission.
Public Records Requests in Wilson County
Anyone can request booking and arrest records from the Wilson County Sheriff's Office under the Texas Public Information Act. This law applies to all government bodies in Texas, including county sheriff's offices.
Submit a written request to the Sheriff's Office at 800 10th Street, Unit 4, Floresville, TX 78114. Include the name of the person you are asking about, the approximate arrest date, and your contact information. The office has 10 business days to respond. They may provide the records, explain any exemptions, or ask for more time. Standard state copy fees apply for paper records. If a denial seems improper, you can file a complaint with the Texas Office of the Attorney General.
For a complete criminal history rather than just a booking record, contact the Texas DPS Crime Records Division. That system maintains statewide criminal history data, while the Sheriff's Office holds only local booking records for Wilson County.
Note: Booking records and criminal history records are distinct. The DPS handles full background checks, while the Sheriff's Office handles local booking data.
Texas Statewide Records Resources
The Texas DPS Crime Records Division provides statewide access to arrest and criminal history data for all Texas counties, including Wilson County.
This state portal is the right tool for full criminal history reports. For those in state prison, the TDCJ Inmate Search covers individuals in Texas Department of Criminal Justice custody.
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards regulates all county jails in Texas, including the Wilson County Jail.
If you have concerns about Wilson County Jail operations that local channels have not resolved, the Commission on Jail Standards is the appropriate state oversight body to contact.
Cities in Wilson County
Wilson County includes Floresville as the county seat. Other communities in the county include La Vernia, Stockdale, and Sutherland Springs. Bookings from across the county are processed through the Wilson County Sheriff's Office in Floresville.
No cities in Wilson County currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city records page on this site.
Nearby Counties
If a booking might fall under a neighboring county's jurisdiction, check which agency made the arrest. These nearby counties each have their own sheriff's offices and booking records.