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Jefferson County, , Arrests, Mugshots & Jail Records

How to Search Jefferson County, Arrest Records

Under the Texas Public Information Act, citizens have the right to access public records. Each year, Texas records approximately 832,000 arrests. Jefferson County accounts for around 12,480 of these arrests, making up about 1.5% of the state's total.

Access to non-confidential arrest records is available through several official channels, including the Sheriff's Office, the District Clerk in Beaumont, and the Texas Department of Public Safety. Those authorized to access these records include the District Attorney, the person named in the record, their legal counsel, and criminal justice agencies.

However, certain records may be unavailable due to court-ordered sealing, juvenile protection laws, or if disclosure would compromise ongoing investigations. Obtaining copies typically requires payment of a nominal fee, usually between $15 and $25, depending on the type of record requested.

How to Look Up Jefferson County, Arrest Records

Multiple agencies oversee arrest records in the County, including the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, police departments in Beaumont and Port Arthur, the Texas Department of Public Safety, and the Jefferson County Criminal District Court.

Sheriff Arrest Records

To request arrest records from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, visit their headquarters at 1001 Pearl Street, Beaumont, TX 77701. The public can also search for arrest details online through the Jefferson County Inmate Records Search by entering a name or booking number.

Police Arrest Records

Residents can obtain police arrest records in Jefferson County, Texas, through various law enforcement agencies, including the Sheriff's Office and police departments in Beaumont, Port Arthur, Nederland, Port Neches, and Groves.

Records can be requested online through a Public Records portal, in person at the Records Division, or by mail. Requests require the arrestee's full name, date of birth (if available), approximate arrest date, and contact information.

Texas Criminal Agency

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) maintains criminal records for individuals arrested in Texas, including Jefferson County. Depending on the requester's preference, these records can be requested online, by mail, or in person.

To obtain records online, visit the Texas DPS Crime Records Service website and access the Computerized Criminal History (CCH) system. Users must create an account, enter the subject's full name and date of birth, and pay a fee of approximately $25. Once the request is processed, the results will be available electronically.

For those who prefer to request records by mail, the process involves downloading and completing the Criminal History Record Information Request Form from the Texas DPS website. The form must include the subject's full name and date of birth, along with a copy of valid identification and payment by check or money order. The completed request should be mailed to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Crime Records Service, P.O. Box 4143, Austin, TX 78765.

Individuals who wish to obtain records in person can visit a Texas DPS office with a completed request form, valid identification, and payment. Staff at the office will process the request and provide the necessary records based on eligibility.

Criminal Court Records

Criminal court records for arrests resulting in formal charges in Jefferson County are maintained by the District Clerk's Office in Beaumont. These records can be accessed online through the EFILETEXAS search portal by entering a defendant's name or case number. Online access requires registration and may include small fees for document copies.

For in-person requests, individuals can visit the District Clerk's Office at the Jefferson County Courthouse during business hours. A valid ID and relevant case details may be required, and staff can assist with searches and provide copies for a fee. Additionally, some current arrest records may be found on third-party websites like InfoTracer, though these services often require a subscription and may not always have complete or up-to-date information.

Arrest Statistics

According to the Conviction Statistics report and Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Jefferson County records at least 9,200 arrests. Below is a summary of arrest data for selected offenses in the county.

Arrest TypeNumber of Arrests
Crime Rate4,230
Violent Crime2,120
Property Crime7,420
Murder22
Robbery185
Rape98
Aggravated Assaults643
Larceny3,245
Theft560
Burglaries1,230

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Jefferson county, Texas with a total number of 255 employees - 19 female, 109 male officers and 127 civilians. Jefferson County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is TX1230000, it belongs to the West South Central division in the South region with a region code of Region III.

Police Departments in Jefferson County

DepartmentAddressPhone
Beaumont Police Department255 College Street409.832.1234
Port Neches Police Department1201 Merriman(409)722-1424

Jefferson County Jail

Prisons and Jails in Jefferson County

NameAddressPhone
Beaumont Low FCI5560 Knauth Road409-727-8172
Beaumont Medium FCI5830 Knauth Road409-727-0101
Beaumont USP6200 Knauth Road409-727-8188
Jefferson County TX Correctional Facility5030 Highway 69 South409-726-2500
Jefferson County Youth Academy5030 Hwy 69 Access Rd409-720-4019
Larry Gist State Jail3295 Fm 3514409-727-8400 **097
Mark W. Stiles Unit3060 Fm 3514409-722-5255 **049
Minnie Rogers Juvenile Justice Center5326 Highway 69 South409-722-7474
Richard P. LeBlanc Unit3695 Fm 3514409-724-1515 **076
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