Shackelford County Police Records
Shackelford County police records are kept at the Sheriff's Office in Albany, Texas. This small county in north central Texas has a population of about 3,300 people. The Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency and handles all patrols, investigations, and the county jail. Albany is the county seat, and the courthouse there houses the Clerk offices for criminal court records. If you need to search for or request police records in Shackelford County, the Sheriff's Office is the first place to contact. You can also use state databases that may hold records tied to cases from this area.
Shackelford County Overview
Shackelford County Sheriff's Office
The Shackelford County Sheriff's Office is the only law enforcement agency in the county. Based in Albany, it covers the entire area. Deputies handle patrol, emergency response, criminal investigations, the county jail, and 911 dispatch. The office stores all incident reports, arrest records, and accident files.
Shackelford County is mostly ranch and oil land. The Sheriff's Office deals with highway incidents along US 180 and US 283, livestock issues, and property crimes. The office is small but handles the full range of law enforcement work for the area. Staff process records requests during normal business hours.
| Office | Shackelford County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address |
50 W. Reynolds St Albany, TX 76430 |
| Phone | (325) 762-2232 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
The office also serves civil papers, manages sex offender registration, and provides courthouse security. The jail holds a small number of inmates at any given time. More serious cases may result in transfers to a regional facility.
Getting Shackelford County Police Records
Put your request in writing. Include dates, names, and report numbers if you have them. Bring it to the Sheriff's Office in Albany or mail it. You do not need to give a reason.
The Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552) says that most government records are open to the public. Agencies must respond promptly, usually within 10 business days. If an agency wants to hold back any records, it has to ask the Texas Attorney General for a ruling within 10 business days. The AG then has 45 working days to decide.
Active investigation files may be held back until the case closes. Once the investigation is done, those records typically become available. Court records are held by the County Clerk (misdemeanors) and District Clerk (felonies) in the Albany courthouse.
Note: Small counties like Shackelford may have limited office hours, so call ahead before visiting.
Shackelford County Court Records
The Shackelford County Clerk handles misdemeanor criminal records and civil case files. The District Clerk manages felony cases. Both offices are in the courthouse in Albany. Reach the County Clerk at (325) 762-2116 and the District Clerk at (325) 762-2117.
The screenshot below shows the Texas Judicial Branch website, where you can find information about the court system serving Shackelford County.
Shackelford County is part of a multi-county judicial district. The district judge travels between counties to hear cases. This means court schedules may vary, so call the District Clerk to check hearing dates if you need to attend.
Texas Police Records Resources
The Texas DPS Crime Records Division keeps the statewide criminal history database. Public access covers conviction data and deferred adjudication records. A name search costs $3.00 per credit. The system holds over 15 million conviction records dating back to 1975.
The TDCJ Offender Search is free and shows inmates in state prison or people on parole. For crash reports, use the TxDOT CRIS system. Reports go public after 60 days and cost $6.00 to $8.00. The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement has a free tool to verify peace officer credentials.
Victim Services in Shackelford County
The Texas VINE system lets crime victims track offender custody status for free. Register for alerts by phone, email, or text. VINE covers all 254 Texas counties and runs 24/7.
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles notifies victims about parole hearings for inmates convicted in Shackelford County. Victims can register for updates and give written input on release decisions.
Shackelford County Records Fees
Fees follow the state schedule. Paper copies are $0.10 per page for letter size and $0.15 for legal. Labor charges of $15.00 per hour apply for larger requests. The first 50 pages may be free. Requests over $40.00 require a written estimate.
Crash reports from TxDOT run $6.00 to $8.00 each. Court copies have separate fees, with certified versions costing more than plain ones.
Note: Call the Shackelford County Sheriff's Office at (325) 762-2232 to confirm current fees.
Police Records and Texas Open Records
The Texas Public Information Act governs access to police records. Under Government Code Chapter 552, most records are open. If an agency wants to withhold records, it must get AG approval first. Criminal penalties exist for officials who hide public records.
Common exceptions include active investigation files, personnel records, and internal affairs matters. Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.139, agencies must report data on officer-involved incidents. If denied, call the AG hotline at (512) 478-6736.
Cities in Shackelford County
Shackelford County includes Albany and Moran. Albany is the county seat. Neither city meets the size for a separate city page for a page with local police records details. For police records, contact the Shackelford County Sheriff's Office in Albany.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Shackelford County. Check the incident location before requesting records.