Access Dallam County Police Records
Dallam County police records are on file at the Sheriff's Office in Dalhart and in Texas state databases that track criminal history across all 254 counties. You can search for arrest records, jail bookings, incident reports, and criminal court case data from this Panhandle county. Dallam County sits at the very top of the Texas Panhandle, bordering both New Mexico and Oklahoma. Dalhart is the county seat and the hub for law enforcement in the area. The Sheriff's Office handles patrol, investigations, and the county jail. This page covers the tools and steps you need to find police records from Dallam County.
Dallam County Overview
Dallam County Sheriff's Office
The Dallam County Sheriff's Office is in Dalhart. It is the main law enforcement body for the county. Deputies patrol a wide area of Panhandle ranch and farmland. The office handles criminal cases, serves civil process, and runs the county jail. All local police records start here.
Dalhart straddles two counties. The city sits in both Dallam and Hartley counties. If you are looking for records about an event in Dalhart, check which side of the county line it happened on. The Dallam County Sheriff's Office only keeps records for incidents in its jurisdiction. The Dalhart Police Department handles calls within city limits.
| Office | Dallam County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Location | Dalhart, TX 79022 |
| Website | co.dallam.tx.us |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Booking records at the jail include the person's name, charges, bond amount, booking date, and court info. The TDCJ Offender Search tracks anyone sent to state prison. It is free and updated each night.
Search Dallam County Police Records
The Texas DPS Crime Records Division has the statewide criminal history database. Over 15 million conviction records are in the system. Name searches cost $3.00 each. Public results show only convictions and deferred adjudications. Arrests without a conviction do not appear.
Court records are on the re:SearchTX portal. Search by name or case number to find felony and misdemeanor cases from Dallam County. The tool shows case filings, docket entries, and outcomes. It is free.
For incident reports, booking logs, and other local records, contact the Sheriff's Office. Small Panhandle counties may not have much online. A phone call or written request is the way to go. Provide the person's full name, the date, and any case numbers. Staff can tell you what they have on file and what the cost will be.
Tip: Dallam County borders Oklahoma and New Mexico. If an incident happened near the state line, make sure it falls within Texas jurisdiction before requesting records from the Sheriff's Office.
Dallam County Police Records Requests
Under the Texas Public Information Act, you can request any police records held by Dallam County agencies. No reason is needed. The Sheriff's Office must respond within 10 business days. Put your request in writing and be specific about what you want.
Copy fees are $0.10 per page. The first 50 pages may be free. If extensive staff time is needed, labor charges of $15.00 per hour apply. You get an estimate if costs exceed $40.00. You can also come in and look at records for free under Section 552.271.
Some records cannot be released. Active investigation files are protected under Section 552.108. Juvenile records are sealed. Medical data is exempt. If your request is denied, the agency must get a ruling from the Texas Attorney General within 10 days.
Dallam County Police Records Resources
The Dallam County website has information about county offices and services.
The site lists contact info for the Sheriff's Office, County Clerk, and other departments. Check hours before driving to Dalhart.
Crash reports from Dallam County go into the TxDOT CRIS database. Reports cost $6.00 each. They go public 60 days after the crash. Search by name, driver license number, or crash ID. Highway incidents on US 87 and US 54, which run through the county, are common sources of crash reports.
Dallam County Police Records Laws
Texas law applies to all police records in Dallam County. The Public Information Act sets the rules. Agencies must share records unless a specific exception applies. Criminal convictions are public through DPS. Arrest data without a final outcome is not available to the public.
The Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 covers expunction. People with dismissed charges or acquittals may petition the court to erase their arrest record. Once granted, the record is removed from public systems. Orders of nondisclosure are another way certain records get sealed.
The Texas VINE system provides free custody alerts. Crime victims can get notified when an offender is booked, released, or moved. Register online or call 1-877-894-8463. You can also use the TCOLE license lookup to check a peace officer's credentials for free.
Note: Response times may be longer in rural Panhandle counties. Contact the Dallam County Sheriff's Office first to confirm availability and procedures.
Cities in Dallam County
Dalhart is the county seat and main city. The Dalhart Police Department handles calls within city limits. For events outside city limits, the Sheriff's Office has jurisdiction. No cities in Dallam County are served by the county sheriff for most law enforcement needs.
Amarillo, the closest major city, is in Potter and Randall counties about 85 miles to the south.
Nearby Counties
Counties that border Dallam County in the upper Panhandle. Confirm the incident location before filing a records request.