Find Kendall County Police Records

Kendall County police records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office in Boerne, Texas. The county sits in the Texas Hill Country northwest of San Antonio and has been one of the fastest-growing counties in the state. If you need an arrest report, incident file, or case record from Kendall County, the Sheriff's Office is the primary source. Court records tied to criminal cases are held by the County Clerk and District Clerk at the courthouse in Boerne. You can request records in person, by mail, or by phone to start the process. Growing population has meant more activity for law enforcement in the area.

Kendall County Sheriff's Office

The Kendall County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement for the unincorporated parts of the county. It runs patrol, investigations, and the county jail. The office is in Boerne and covers Hill Country terrain that includes ranches, subdivisions, and small communities. Deputies respond to a wide range of calls as the county grows.

Staff keep records of incident reports, arrest logs, and accident files. They follow state retention rules and public access laws. The office runs the 911 dispatch center for Kendall County. You can visit or call during business hours to ask about records. The office also serves civil papers and tracks warrants from local courts.

Kendall County's location along Interstate 10 means traffic-related incidents are common. The Sheriff's Office coordinates with the Boerne Police Department and DPS troopers who also patrol the area.

How to Get Kendall County Police Records

Getting police records in Kendall County starts with knowing where to look. The Sheriff's Office has most law enforcement files. Misdemeanor court records are at the County Clerk. Felony records sit with the District Clerk. Crash reports come from TxDOT.

The Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552) gives everyone the right to request government records. No reason needed. Agencies must respond promptly, usually within 10 business days. If they want to withhold records, the Texas Attorney General must approve.

Write out your request with the date, names, and any case numbers. Drop it off in Boerne, or mail it in. Standard copies cost $0.10 per page. The first 50 pages may be free when the files are easy to pull.

Kendall County Clerk Records

The Kendall County Clerk's Office holds misdemeanor criminal records and civil case files. The office is in the courthouse in Boerne. Staff help with in-person searches and accept cash, check, and credit card for copies. They also handle property records, marriage licenses, and vital records.

Below is a screenshot of the Kendall County website, which lists office details and county services.

The county website provides contact details and hours for all courthouse offices. Check it before visiting.

The Kendall County District Clerk keeps records for the 216th District Court. That court deals with felony cases and major civil matters. The District Clerk manages the docket and collects filing fees.

Texas Police Records Resources

The Texas DPS Crime Records Division maintains the statewide criminal history database. It has over 15 million conviction records going back to 1975. Public access covers conviction data and deferred adjudication only. A name search costs $3.00 per credit.

The TDCJ Offender Search is free. Find state prison inmates and parolees by name or number. It updates every night. For crash reports, the TxDOT CRIS system holds police-reported crashes at $6.00 to $8.00 per copy.

The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement lets you verify peace officer certifications and check for complaints through their free online tool.

Kendall County Victim Services

Crime victims can track offender custody through the Texas VINE system. It is free and sends alerts by phone, email, or text. VINE runs 24/7 across all 254 Texas counties. You get notified when someone is booked, released, or transferred.

The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles provides notification for parole hearings. Victims can register for updates and share their views on release decisions. Call (800) 848-4284 for victim services help.

Records Fees in Kendall County

Fees follow the state schedule. Paper copies cost $0.10 per page for letter size. Labor charges apply at $15.00 per hour for large requests. The first 50 pages are often free.

TxDOT crash reports cost $6.00 to $8.00 each. Court records may carry their own fees. Certified copies cost more than plain copies.

Kendall County Police Records and State Law

Under the Texas Public Information Act, any person can ask for records. The agency must respond. If it wants to hold back records, the AG must approve. Criminal penalties apply to officials who hide public records.

Some records are exempt. Active investigations are one exception. Under Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.139, agencies must report data on officer-involved incidents. Those reports become public after the investigation wraps up. Personnel files may also be exempt in some cases.

If your request gets denied, ask for the ruling letter. Appeal in state district court within 30 days. The AG's hotline is (512) 478-6736.

Cities in Kendall County

Kendall County includes Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch (partly), and Comfort. Boerne is the county seat and the largest city. Police records for unincorporated areas go through the Sheriff's Office. The Boerne Police Department keeps records for incidents inside city limits.

For police records in Kendall County, contact the local police department or the Sheriff\'s Office. The nearby city of San Antonio in Bexar County has its own page.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Kendall County. Check where the incident happened to find the right county for your records.