Find Terry County Police Records
Terry County police records are held by the Sheriff's Office in Brownfield, Texas. This South Plains county has about 12,000 residents and sits southwest of Lubbock. If you need to search for an arrest report, check on an incident, or get copies of a criminal case file, the Sheriff's Office in Brownfield is the main place to start. The County Clerk also stores court records tied to criminal cases at the courthouse. You can reach both offices by phone, mail, or in person during regular business hours.
Terry County Overview
Terry County Sheriff's Office
The Terry County Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency for the county. It runs patrol, criminal investigations, and the county jail in Brownfield. Deputies cover all the unincorporated parts of the county, which is mostly cotton fields and ranch land on the South Plains. The office works with state and federal agencies on cases that cross county lines or need extra resources.
Staff keep records of incident reports, arrest files, and accident reports. They follow state rules on how long to keep records and what can be released to the public. The office also runs dispatch, serves civil process papers, and tracks open warrants from local courts. You can call or visit during business hours to ask about police records.
| Office | Terry County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address |
201 N. 6th St Brownfield, TX 79316 |
| Sheriff Phone | (806) 637-2211 |
| County Clerk | (806) 637-8551 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Get Terry County Police Records
Getting police records in Terry County starts with a written request to the Sheriff's Office. Include the date of the incident, names of people involved, and any case numbers you have. You can bring it to the office in Brownfield or mail it. Staff will look up the file and let you know what is available and what the cost will be.
The Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552) gives you the right to ask for government records. No reason is needed. The Terry County Sheriff's Office must respond within 10 business days. If they want to hold back any part of a record, they must ask the Texas Attorney General for permission. Copy fees run $0.10 per page, and the first 50 pages may be free for basic requests.
The screenshot below shows the Terry County website, which provides contact details for county offices.
Use this site to check office hours and phone numbers before reaching out about records. The County Clerk can also help with court-related criminal case files from the county court.
Note: Records tied to active investigations may not be released until the case is closed or charges are filed.
Terry County Court Records
The Terry County Clerk holds misdemeanor criminal case records and civil files. The office is in the courthouse in Brownfield. Staff manage court filings, the docket, and copies of judgments. If you need records from a misdemeanor criminal case, this is the office to contact.
For felony cases, reach out to the District Clerk. The 121st District Court handles felony criminal matters in Terry County. The District Clerk keeps those case files and can provide copies. Both the County Clerk and District Clerk charge fees based on the state schedule. Certified copies cost more than plain ones.
Texas Police Records Resources
Beyond local offices in Terry County, the state of Texas runs several databases with police records. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division holds over 15 million conviction records going back to 1975. Public access covers conviction data and deferred adjudication. Name searches cost $3.00 per credit plus fees. Arrest records without a conviction are not public through DPS.
The TDCJ Offender Search is free and shows current inmates and parolees. Search by name or TDCJ number for location, offenses, and release dates. For crash reports from Terry County, the TxDOT CRIS system stores police-reported vehicle crashes. Reports are public 60 days after the crash and cost $6.00 to $8.00.
The Texas Commission on Law Enforcement verifies officer certifications for free. The Texas VINE system lets crime victims track offender custody across all 254 Texas counties with alerts by phone, email, or text.
Police Records and Texas Open Records
The Texas Public Information Act is the law behind access to police records. Under Government Code Chapter 552, any person can ask for government records. Agencies must respond. If they deny access, they need the Attorney General's approval. Criminal penalties exist for hiding records on purpose.
Active investigations are one exception. Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 2.139, agencies must report data on officer-involved incidents to the state. Those records become public after the investigation ends. If the Terry County Sheriff's Office turns down your request, call the Attorney General's hotline at (512) 478-6736. You can appeal in state district court within 30 days.
Cities in Terry County
Terry County includes Brownfield and Meadow. Brownfield is the county seat and the largest town. The Brownfield Police Department handles cases inside city limits, while the Terry County Sheriff's Office covers the rest of the county.
No cities in Terry County meet the size for a separate city page for a page with local police records details. Contact the Sheriff's Office or Brownfield PD for records.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Terry County. Check the location of the incident to make sure you contact the right county for records.