Kimble County Police Records
Kimble County police records are managed by the Sheriff's Office in Junction, Texas. The county sits in the western Texas Hill Country where Interstate 10 meets Highway 83. If you need an arrest report, incident file, or case record from Kimble County, the Sheriff's Office is the primary source. Court records are held at the courthouse in Junction by the County Clerk and District Clerk. The area is rural with a small population, but the intersection of two major highways brings steady traffic through the county. Both written requests and in-person visits work for getting police records from Kimble County.
Kimble County Overview
Kimble County Sheriff's Office
The Kimble County Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency for the county. It runs patrol, investigations, and the county jail. The office is in Junction and serves over 1,200 square miles of rural Hill Country land. Deputies handle calls across the county, including highway incidents on I-10 and Highway 83. The office works with DPS troopers and neighboring county agencies on cases that need extra help.
Staff keep records of all incidents, arrests, and investigations. They follow state rules on retention and public access. You can call or visit during business hours. The office also handles civil process and tracks warrants from local courts.
| Office | Kimble County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address |
501 Main Street Junction, TX 76849 |
| Phone | (325) 446-2766 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Junction is a crossroads town where two rivers meet and two major highways cross. This creates more traffic and law enforcement activity than you might expect for a county this size. The Sheriff's Office is well connected with state resources to handle the workload.
Getting Kimble County Police Records
Getting police records from Kimble County means contacting the Sheriff's Office in Junction. That office holds most law enforcement files. Court records are at the County Clerk for misdemeanors and the District Clerk for felonies.
The Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552) gives everyone the right to request records. No reason needed. Agencies must respond promptly. If they want to hold back records, the Texas Attorney General must approve.
Write out your request with dates, names, and case numbers. Submit it in person or by mail. Copies cost $0.10 per page. The first 50 pages may be free.
Note: Records tied to active investigations may be withheld until the case closes or charges are filed.
Kimble County Clerk Records
The Kimble County Clerk's Office holds criminal and civil case files for the county courts. The office is in the courthouse in Junction. Staff handle all county records including property, vital records, and court files in a single operation.
Below is a screenshot of the Kimble County website, which provides county office information.
The county website lists contact details for the courthouse. Check it before visiting since office hours may vary in small counties.
The 452nd District Court handles felony cases for Kimble County. For felony records, the District Clerk is the right contact.
Texas Police Records Resources
State databases are helpful for small counties like Kimble. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division keeps the statewide criminal history system with over 15 million conviction records. A name search costs $3.00 per credit.
The TDCJ Offender Search is free. It covers state prison inmates and parolees. The TxDOT CRIS system has crash reports at $6.00 to $8.00 per copy. The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement verifies officer certifications for free.
Victim Services in Kimble County
Crime victims can use the Texas VINE system to track offender custody. VINE is free and sends alerts by phone, email, or text. It runs around the clock across all 254 Texas counties.
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles provides notification for parole hearings. Victims can register for updates and share input. Call (800) 848-4284 for victim services.
Kimble County Records Fees
Fees follow the state schedule. Paper copies cost $0.10 per page. Labor charges can apply at $15.00 per hour for large requests. The first 50 pages may be free when records are easy to pull.
Crash reports through TxDOT cost $6.00 to $8.00 each. Court records may have their own fees. Certified copies cost more than plain ones.
Note: Call the office to confirm fees before sending payment for your request.
Police Records and Texas Law
Under the Texas Public Information Act, any person can request records. The agency must respond promptly. If it wants to hold back records, the Attorney General must approve. Criminal penalties exist for hiding public records.
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 ends. Personnel files may also be exempt.
If your request is denied, ask for the AG ruling letter. Appeal in state district court within 30 days. The AG's hotline is (512) 478-6736.
Cities in Kimble County
Kimble County includes Junction and London. Junction is the county seat and the only town of any real size. Police records for the whole county go through the Sheriff's Office. There is no separate city police department.
For police records in Kimble County, contact the local police department or the Sheriff\'s Office. Contact the Sheriff's Office in Junction for all records.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Kimble County. Check where the incident happened to find the right county for records.