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Ector County Arrest Records

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Ector County, TX Arrest Records

What are Ector County Arrest Statistics?

Ector County had 6,274 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2017 the arrest rate was 1,013.58 per 100.000 population which is by 37.15% higher than the National average of 739.02 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2017 arrests 91 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Austin and county Bell it’s a more dangerous place to live in.

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  • 6,274Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 1,013.58Arrest rate in 2017 per 100.000 population
  • 91Violent crime arrests

Ector County Recent Arrest Trends

Currently, the most popular arrest in Ector is larceny/theft - 1,022 arrests followed by burglary - 289 and motor vehicle theft - 194 arrests.

  • 1,022Larceny/Theft
  • 289Burglary
  • 194Motor Vehicle Theft

Violent Crime Arrests vs. Non-Violent

Violent crime in Ector County is considered rape and sexual assault, robbery, and assault. For the recent years the violent crime rate has decreased along with the non-violent crime rate. Compared to the national average of - 100.65 per 100.000 people the overall violent crime rate for the county is by 42.58% lower.

Ector County Crime Rate from 2004-2017

Ector County Police Records

Police records exist in different types of law enforcement agencies and in many forms. In most cases, Ector county police reports may be found from the local county Sheriff’s Office. You can appear in person and request copies as county police records are available to the general public per the state laws and the Freedom of Information Act. These records may include Ector county police reports, Ector county bookings and even mugshots. These records are related to when someone is arrested, booked, and jailed. First, they are questioned, and basic information is taken while officers fills out the report. Then they takes mugshots of the suspect, and they are put in a jail cell until they can make bail the fees. Some counties may charge a fee for a copy of police records. You may have to visit in person and may need to have the following information for them to find your file:

  • Date and time of the occurrence
  • The location of the incident
  • Name(s) of those involved
  • Officer’s name and rank
  • Case number

This will help the officer find the documents you need.

Ector county police records can provide a lot of information about a suspect. A good example of police record might be a traffic accident report. Some records are available to the public after a waiting period, such as 60-days.

Sometimes you can order copies of Ector county police records by mail. Contact your local county Sheriff’s Office to inquire about forms and the fees.

Ector County Mugshots

Ector County mugshots have been used since the 1800s, shortly after the invention of photography. Then in 1888, a French police officer Alphonse Bertillon standardized the process and made it the norm. Groups of these mugshots are kept in a “mug book” to help witnesses and victims identify criminals.

Ector county mugshots are the photographs taken of suspects upon arrest. Local police, Sheriff’s Offices, and other law enforcement agencies take them. Typically , the subject is photographed from the front (full-face view) and then the side (profile view). These Ector county mugshots are filed with the person’s criminal record and police reports. They are used by victims, witnesses, and investigators to identify criminals guys.

Additionally , when a judge issues an Ector county arrest warrant for other purposes , and the person does not show up in court, these mugshots are used to help find the suspect.

Mugshots are readily available online as they are public records. Information brokers portals offer mugshots with other types of public records such as criminal records, arrest records and other court cases.

Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Sex Offenders

Police and arrest records will also contain on felonies, misdemeanors, and sex offenders. Since everything is computerized available and connected, any past incidents will show up as well.

Ector County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Ector county, Texas with a total number of 218 employees - 15 female, 76 male officers and 127 civilians. Ector County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is TX0680000, it belongs to the West South Central division in the South region with a region code of Region III.

  • Agency Name: Ector County Sheriff's Office
  • State: Texas
  • City: Odessa
  • Type: County
  • Address: 2500 US-385
  • Phone Number: (432) 335-3050
  • Website: http://www.ectorcountysheriff.us/

Ector County, TX Jail and Inmate Records

ECTOR County has 659 jails with an average daily population of 234 inmates with a total of 659 jail population. When breaking down the ECTOR County jail population by gender, females are a minority compared to male prisoners and make 17% with 111 female and 548 male inmates.

  • 659Jails
  • 659Prisoners
  • 660 %Jail Rate

How Does Ector County Inmate Search Work?

Ector County inmate records are public records that anyone can review easily. The Freedom of Information Act governs the availability of regarding Ector county inmate records which provide a lot of useful information about a person.

Ector County Booking

Ector county bookings are also helpful when looking for information on whether or not someone has been arrested. When a suspect is arrested, the officer fills out forms and then holds them in a jail , which essentially becomes their Ector county booking record. It may also include things like fingerprints, mugshots , physical details, their name, and address, arresting officer , the details of the crime, the location, and any vehicles that were involved. The general public has the right to review a copy of someone’s Ector county booking records without any type of permission .

Ector County Jail

  • Agency Name: Ector County TX Detention Center
  • State: TX
  • City: Odessa
  • Type: County
  • Address: 2500 South US Highway 385
  • Phone Number: 432-335-3060
  • Fax: 432-335-3586
  • Website: http://www.ectorcountysheriff.us/

Prisons and Jails in Ector County

NameAddressPhone
Ector County Correctional Center301 N Texas Street432-498-4350
Ector County Youth Center1401 East Yukon Road432-362-6356
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