Eastland County Jail Mugshots
Eastland County jail mugshots and arrest records are maintained by the Eastland County Sheriff's Office in Eastland, Texas. If someone has been booked at the Eastland County Jail, the Sheriff's Office is the place to start when looking for current inmate information and booking photos.
Eastland County Overview
Eastland County Sheriff's Office
The Eastland County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail and handles booking records for everyone arrested in the area. The office sits at 201 W. Main St. in Eastland. Booking creates an official record with the person's name, charges, bond amount, physical description, and a mugshot. The Sheriff's Office is the primary source for all jail records and booking photos in Eastland County.
Eastland County is in west-central Texas. The county seat is the city of Eastland, and other communities in the county include Cisco, Ranger, and Rising Star. All arrests in the county go through the one main jail facility. For inmates who have been moved to state prison, the TDCJ Offender Search covers that population separately.
| Office | Eastland County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 201 W. Main St., Eastland, TX 76448 |
| Sheriff Phone | (254) 629-1778 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Eastland County Inmate Search
The Eastland County Sheriff's Office does not maintain a public online inmate roster. To check if someone is in custody at the Eastland County Jail, call the office at (254) 629-1778. Staff can confirm who is currently held, their charges, and bond information. This direct inquiry is the most reliable method for current custody status.
For custody alerts without making repeated calls, VINELink lets you register for free notifications about an inmate's status. The service covers many Texas county jails and sends alerts by phone, text, or email when a status changes. You only need the person's name or booking ID to set up a notification.
If someone may be in state custody rather than the local jail, search the TDCJ Offender Search. That database is free to use and covers all TDCJ-operated facilities across Texas. It is updated regularly and shows current location, sentence information, and scheduled release dates for state inmates.
The Texas DPS Crime Records Division provides statewide criminal history information for all Texas counties.
Eastland County Booking Photos and Records
When someone is booked at the Eastland County Jail, the facility photographs them as part of the booking process. That photo becomes part of the official arrest record. Under the Texas Public Information Act, Government Code Chapter 552, these records are generally public. Most booking records can be obtained through a written request to the Sheriff's Office.
A standard booking record from Eastland County includes the full legal name, date of birth, physical description, booking number, specific charges, bond amount, and the booking photo. The record also notes the arresting agency, the date booked, and if the person has been released, when and how. This information is available to any member of the public who submits a proper request.
Some records may be restricted. Juvenile arrest records fall under Texas Family Code Chapter 58, which limits public access. Records connected to active criminal investigations may also be withheld temporarily. The Sheriff's Office will notify you in writing if any part of your request is denied.
Note: Records are not removed from public view automatically. You need a court order through an expunction to remove an arrest record from public access.
How to Request Eastland County Jail Records
To request jail records from Eastland County, submit a written request to the Sheriff's Office under the Texas Public Information Act. The request should include the full name of the person, their approximate date of birth, and the date range of the arrest. You can mail your request to 201 W. Main St., Eastland, TX 76448, or visit in person during business hours.
Viewing records in person is free. Copies carry a per-page fee set by state rule. The office has 10 business days to respond. Most requests for routine booking records and mugshots are fulfilled without delay. If the records involve an active investigation or require legal review, the response timeline may be extended.
For statewide background checks, the Texas DPS Crime Records Division provides name-based and fingerprint-based searches across all Texas counties. A fee applies for those searches, and they are typically used for employment or licensing purposes.
Texas Statewide Jail and Arrest Resources
Beyond the local Sheriff's Office, several state-level tools can help you find arrest and inmate data in Texas. These are particularly useful when you do not know which county or facility holds the person you are looking for.
The TDCJ Offender Search covers people in state prison. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division handles statewide criminal history searches. VINELink lets you sign up for custody status alerts. The Texas Commission on Jail Standards monitors all county jails and makes inspection records publicly available.
If you have trouble getting records from Eastland County, you can contact the Texas Attorney General's Open Government Hotline at 512-478-6736 for assistance with public information requests.
Removing an Arrest Record in Eastland County
Arrest records in Eastland County stay on file indefinitely unless a court orders them removed. Texas law allows expunction under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55. You may be eligible if the charges were dropped, you were acquitted at trial, or the case was dismissed. The petition goes to the district court in the county where the arrest took place.
When a court grants expunction, all agencies holding records of that arrest, including the Eastland County Sheriff's Office, must destroy or return those records. Booking photos are included in this process. After a successful expunction, you can legally state in most circumstances that the arrest did not happen. Not every arrest qualifies, so consult with a Texas attorney before filing.
An order of nondisclosure is a different path. It seals the record from public view but does not destroy it. Law enforcement can still access it. For help deciding which route fits your case, reach out to a lawyer in Eastland.
Cities in Eastland County
Eastland County includes the city of Eastland and communities such as Cisco, Ranger, Gorman, and Rising Star. All arrests in the county are processed through the Eastland County Sheriff's Office. No cities in Eastland County exceed the population threshold for a dedicated city page on this site.