Find Burleson County Police Records
Burleson County police records are kept by the Sheriff's Office in Caldwell. This rural Central Texas county has about 18,000 people and sits between Bryan-College Station and Austin. The Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency here. It patrols the county, runs the jail, and handles records requests for incidents in unincorporated areas. If you need to search for an arrest, get an incident report, or look up a criminal case filed in Burleson County, you have options at the local level and through statewide databases. The county courthouse in Caldwell holds court records going back many years.
Burleson County Overview
Burleson County Sheriff's Office
The Burleson County Sheriff's Office covers all unincorporated areas of the county. Deputies patrol the rural roads and respond to calls outside of Caldwell and other small towns. The office also operates the county jail at 1334 County Rd 340, Caldwell, TX 77836.
For police records, call (979) 567-4343. You can visit the office during business hours or send a written request by mail. The Sheriff's Office processes records requests under the Texas Public Information Act. Put your request in writing and include the person's name, an approximate date, and any case or report numbers you have. The staff will let you know the cost and time frame for getting your records.
| Office | Burleson County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 1334 County Rd 340, Caldwell, TX 77836 |
| Phone | (979) 567-4343 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Burleson County Police Records
Burleson County is a small, rural county without its own online records search. Statewide databases are the quickest way to find records from home. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division offers a name-based criminal history check that covers all Texas counties. Burleson County convictions will show up. Each search costs about $3.
The TDCJ Offender Search is free. It shows people currently in state prison or on parole. If someone from Burleson County was convicted of a felony and sentenced to prison, their information is in this database. You can search by name or TDCJ number. Results include the facility name, offense details, and projected release date.
Court records are at the Burleson County courthouse. The District Clerk at (979) 567-2334 has felony case files. The County Clerk at (979) 567-2301 keeps misdemeanor records. Both offices are in Caldwell. You can call to check availability before visiting. Crash reports from county roads go through the TxDOT CRIS portal for $6 each.
Burleson County Police Records Details
Police records from the Burleson County Sheriff's Office include standard arrest records, incident reports, and jail booking logs. Arrest records show the person's name, charges, date, and bond. Incident reports cover the deputy's notes from a call for service. Booking records from the jail include photos and intake information.
Court records add more depth. The District Clerk's files include charging papers, motions, pleas, and sentencing orders. These are public records. The County Clerk has similar files for misdemeanor cases. In Burleson County, the small caseload means records are usually easy to find once you contact the right office.
Note: Burleson County shares its judicial district with neighboring counties, so the district judge splits time between courthouses and case schedules may vary.
Burleson County Sheriff's Office
The Burleson County Sheriff's Office webpage provides contact details and information about the department.
Use this page to find the latest contact numbers and office hours. For records searches beyond what the local office offers, statewide tools like the DPS criminal history portal are your best option.
The Burleson County official website also has links to other county departments and courthouse information.
The county site lists office hours, addresses, and phone numbers for the County Clerk, District Clerk, and other departments you may need to contact for records.
Requesting Burleson County Records
The Texas Public Information Act applies to all Burleson County offices. You can request any public record without giving a reason. Written requests work best. The Texas Attorney General's Open Government page has templates and explanations of the process.
Fees are the same as the rest of the state. Standard copies run $0.10 per page. Incident reports cost $5 to $15 in most cases. If a request requires heavy staff time, the agency may charge labor fees. They have to give you an estimate first when the total exceeds $40. Records that are part of an active investigation or that involve juveniles may be exempt from release.
Legal Resources for Burleson County
Crime victims in Burleson County can register with the Texas VINE system to get alerts on offender custody changes. This free service notifies you when someone is released from jail, moved to a different facility, or escapes.
The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement verifies officer certifications statewide, including Burleson County deputies. The Texas Commission on Jail Standards inspects the Burleson County jail and publishes compliance data. For court system information, visit the Texas Judicial Branch website.
Cities in Burleson County
Caldwell is the county seat and the largest community. Somerville and Snook are other small towns in the county. None of these cities have populations that meet the threshold for a separate page. The Burleson County Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement for most of the county. Contact the Sheriff directly for records from these areas.
Nearby Counties
Burleson County shares borders with several Central Texas counties. If you are not sure where an incident occurred, check the address against county lines before making a request.