Kleberg County Jail Mugshots
Kleberg County jail mugshots and booking records are available through the Kleberg County Sheriff's Office in Kingsville, Texas. The county provides an online inmate search with mugshots for current inmates held at the Kleberg County Jail. This page explains how to search for inmates, view booking photos, and request official records from the Kleberg County jail system.
Kleberg County Overview
Kleberg County Sheriff's Office
The Kleberg County Sheriff's Office is in Kingsville, the county seat. The main phone number is (361) 595-8500. Kingsville is the largest city in Kleberg County and is home to Texas A&M University-Kingsville. The county is in the Coastal Bend region of South Texas between Corpus Christi and Laredo. Kleberg County is also historically connected to the King Ranch, one of the largest ranches in the world, which has its headquarters in the county.
The Sheriff's Office handles county-level law enforcement and jail operations. City police in Kingsville handle municipal arrests, with county cases processed through the Sheriff's Office and the Kleberg County Jail. The county's ties to a major university and a large ranch operation give it a distinct character, and the law enforcement environment reflects that mix of urban and rural elements.
The Kleberg County Courthouse in Kingsville houses the District Clerk and County Clerk for court case filings. Those offices handle legal records beyond what the jail directly maintains.
| Office | Kleberg County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Kingsville, TX |
| Phone | (361) 595-8500 |
| Mugshots Online | Yes - available through inmate search |
Kleberg County Inmate Search
Third-party tools may also carry current Kleberg County booking data from public feeds. These aggregator sites can be a quick starting point for recent arrest information before calling the Sheriff's Office directly at (361) 595-8500.
For custody status alerts, use VINELink. Register once to receive automatic notifications when an inmate's status changes in the Kleberg County system. For state prison inmates, use the TDCJ Offender Search.
Kleberg County Booking Photos and Records
Booking records at the Kleberg County Jail are public under the Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552). Each record includes the inmate's full legal name, date of birth, physical description, booking number, arresting agency, charges, and bond details. Booking photos taken at intake are part of the official record and are available through the online search for current inmates.
Kleberg County processes a steady stream of arrests from both the Sheriff's Office and Kingsville city police. Drug offenses, DWI, theft, and assault are among the most common charge categories. The county's university population and its location near Corpus Christi contribute to its arrest volume. Records for current inmates are in the online system, and older records can be requested from the Sheriff's Office.
Records remain on file indefinitely unless a court orders them removed. Anyone can request non-restricted public booking records in writing, and the office must respond within 10 business days.
How to Request Kleberg County Jail Records
For current inmate information, use the online search. For older records or printed copies, submit a written public information request to the Kleberg County Sheriff's Office in Kingsville at (361) 595-8500. Include the subject's full name, date of birth, and approximate arrest date. The office must respond within 10 business days. Fees may apply for copies.
For court case records, the Kleberg County District Clerk in Kingsville handles those files. Statewide criminal history is available through the Texas DPS Crime Records Division. For state prison searches, use the TDCJ Offender Search.
Texas Statewide Jail and Arrest Resources
For searches beyond Kleberg County, these tools cover state prisons, statewide arrest records, and custody alerts across Texas.
- TDCJ Offender Search - state prison records
- Texas DPS Crime Records - statewide criminal history
- VINELink - custody status notifications
- Texas Commission on Jail Standards - jail inspection data
Removing an Arrest Record in Kleberg County
Kleberg County arrest records stay on file unless a court orders them removed. Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, expunction is available if charges were dismissed, you were acquitted, or the case ended without a conviction. You file a petition with the district court in Kleberg County in Kingsville.
If the court grants expunction, the Sheriff's Office must destroy all records of that arrest, including the booking photo. After the order takes effect, the arrest legally did not happen. A Kingsville or Corpus Christi attorney can review your eligibility and handle the filing in district court.
Cities in Kleberg County
Kleberg County includes Kingsville, the county seat, which is the dominant city in the county. Kingsville is home to Texas A&M University-Kingsville and is the regional hub for government and commercial services. No cities in Kleberg County currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page on this site.