McLennan County, TX Arrests & Jail Records

You may request arrest records from the McLennan County Sheriff's Office through the Open Records Request portal, where you may also track the status of your request. Another option is to send a written request by mail to:

901 Washington Avenue

Waco, TX 76701

Individuals interested in obtaining arrest records may submit their requests to the arresting Police Department in McLennan County through mail, online, or in person. Certain departments offer an online record center on their websites for this purpose, while others provide a printable form to streamline the request process. Those opting to send their requests by mail are required to include a comprehensive description of the records sought, along with their phone number and current mailing address. The fee for a standard copy is $0.10; however, the department may require prepayment based on the specifics of the request.

McLennan County is home to various police departments, including Hewitt Police Department, Waco Police Department, Lorena Police Department, Mart Police Department, and Bellmead Police Department.

The Texas Criminal History Name Search allows individuals to look up arrests and other information included in a person's criminal history through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) database. To use this service, users must create a Criminal Records Division (CRD) Secure Website Account and purchase search credits, which cost $1 each. For accurate results, it is important to enter precise details about the subject, including their full name, middle name, and complete birthdate.

To achieve the best results, applicants must submit fingerprints to the DPS. To do so, it is necessary to schedule a fingerprinting appointment through IDEMIA by calling 1-888-467-2080 or booking online via the IdentoGO website. At the appointment, applicants must bring a valid form of identification along with payment for the required fees. The fingerprinting service costs $10, while the DPS charges an additional $15 for state background checks. Fingerprints may be submitted electronically, and the results will be sent to the recipient designated by the applicant, either by mail or email.

Arrest records for individuals charged with a crime are included in case files maintained by courts with criminal jurisdiction in McLennan County. The District Clerk is the custodian of criminal cases heard in the McLennan District Courts and provides copies of criminal case documents for $1 per page, available by mail or in person. Record seekers may visit the Customer Service Section at 501 Washington Avenue, Suite 300 Courthouse Annex, Waco, TX 76701. For mail request, submit a written request including the party's full name, birthdate, case number, cashier's check for the total amount, and a self-addressed envelope to:

501 Washington Ave Suite 300 Courthouse Annex Waco, TX 76701

Alternatively, third-party websites like InfoTracer may be used to find McLennan County arrest records, offering a more streamlined search process compared to checking various government databases individually.