New Braunfels Police Records
New Braunfels police records come from two main sources: the New Braunfels Police Department and the Comal County Sheriff's Office. This Hill Country city is the county seat of Comal County, and it has grown fast in recent years. Whether you need an arrest report, an incident log, or court case information, you can search for records online through county portals or request them in person. The police department handles cases within city limits, while the sheriff's office manages jail records and county-wide law enforcement. Below is a full guide to finding police records in New Braunfels.
New Braunfels Overview
New Braunfels Police Department Records
The New Braunfels Police Department patrols the city and keeps records for all incidents, arrests, and accidents that happen inside city limits. The department has a records division that handles public requests for copies of police reports. You can visit in person or submit a written request.
New Braunfels sits between San Antonio and Austin along the Interstate 35 corridor. The city has river patrol duties as well, given the heavy tourist traffic on the Comal and Guadalupe Rivers during summer months. This means the police department handles a wide range of calls, from property crimes to public safety issues at popular river spots.
When someone is arrested by New Braunfels PD, they go to the Comal County Jail at 3005 N. Business IH-35 in New Braunfels. The sheriff's office takes over custody and booking from that point. You can check the jail roster for current inmates or call the Comal County Sheriff at (830) 620-3400.
| Agency | New Braunfels Police Department |
|---|---|
| County | Comal County |
| Sheriff Phone | (830) 620-3400 |
| County Clerk | (830) 221-1350 |
| District Clerk | (830) 221-1351 |
How to Search New Braunfels Police Records
The Comal County Sheriff's Office website may have an online jail search. Start there if you want to check who is currently in custody. For court records, the Comal County District Clerk at (830) 221-1351 handles felony cases. The County Clerk at (830) 221-1350 manages misdemeanor case records. You can also search for Comal County court records through the Texas Judicial Branch online system.
For police reports from the New Braunfels PD, submit a public information request. Under Texas Government Code Chapter 552, you have the right to ask for any government record. Put the request in writing with the date of the incident, the names involved, and the report number if you have it. The agency must respond within 10 business days.
Standard copy fees are $0.10 per page. The first 50 pages can be free in some cases. For large requests that take a lot of staff time, expect labor charges of $15 per hour. If the total goes over $40, the agency gives you an estimate first so you can decide whether to go ahead.
Comal County Police Records Access
Since New Braunfels is the county seat, all Comal County offices are right here. That makes it convenient to get records in person. The courthouse has the district clerk, county clerk, and other offices you might need. The jail is also in New Braunfels.
The Comal County Sheriff's website provides information on jail operations, active warrants, and how to submit open records requests. You can find their main page for general questions about booking records and incident reports held at the county level.
The county website is the starting point for public information requests that go through the sheriff's office. Records held by the sheriff include jail bookings, warrant data, and transport logs.
You can use the Texas DPS Crime Records Division to run a statewide criminal history check. The system holds conviction data reported by agencies across Texas, including the New Braunfels PD and Comal County Sheriff. A name-based search requires an online account and a small per-search fee.
Records Laws for New Braunfels
Texas law decides what police records you can get and what stays sealed. The Texas Attorney General's Open Government Division oversees the Public Information Act and issues binding rulings on disputes. If the New Braunfels PD or Comal County denies your request, they must go to the AG for a decision within 10 business days.
Active investigation files can be held back under Section 552.108 of the Government Code. Crime victim info is protected. Juvenile records follow Family Code Chapter 58 and are generally sealed from public view. The Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 60 sets up the statewide crime records clearinghouse through DPS.
The TDCJ Offender Search lets you look up anyone serving time in a Texas state prison or on parole. This is free to use and updated nightly. For crash reports in the New Braunfels area, the TxDOT CRIS system sells copies at $6 each. The VINE victim notification system lets you track custody changes for specific offenders booked in Comal County or any other Texas facility.
Note: Officers who intentionally conceal public records face criminal penalties under Texas law.
Comal County Police Records
New Braunfels is the county seat of Comal County. All jail operations, felony court proceedings, and county law enforcement records are based here. The county has a population of about 150,000 and is one of the fastest-growing in Texas. For the full Comal County records guide, visit the county page.
Nearby Cities
New Braunfels sits between two of the largest cities in Texas. These nearby cities also have police records available through this site.