Uvalde County Jail Mugshots and Booking Records
Uvalde County jail mugshots and booking records are held by the Uvalde County Sheriff's Office in Uvalde, Texas. The Sheriff's Office processes all county arrests, runs the county jail, and keeps records that members of the public can request under Texas open records law. This page explains how to find inmates, request booking photos, and use state resources for additional records.
Uvalde County Overview
Uvalde County Sheriff's Office
The Uvalde County Sheriff's Office is located at 339 W. Main St., Uvalde, TX 78801. Uvalde is the county seat and the largest community in the county. The Sheriff's Office handles all county-level law enforcement, operates the county jail, and maintains booking records for every person arrested in Uvalde County. Those records are subject to public disclosure under the Texas Public Information Act.
Uvalde County is situated in Southwest Texas, near the Rio Grande. The county handles bookings for a moderate population spread across a large geographic area. Staff can answer questions about current inmate custody, charges, bond status, and how to submit a records request. Call (830) 278-4111 to reach the office. There is no live public online inmate search available at this time.
If someone was arrested by the Uvalde Police Department within city limits, the same county booking process applies. City police make the arrest and the county jail handles the booking and custody.
| Office | Uvalde County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 339 W. Main St., Uvalde, TX 78801 |
| Phone | (830) 278-4111 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, business hours |
Uvalde County Inmate Search
Uvalde County does not provide a public online inmate roster. Call the Sheriff's Office at (830) 278-4111 to check on anyone currently held at the county jail. Have the person's full legal name and date of birth ready. Staff can confirm custody status, the charges on file, and current bond information by phone.
For people who may have been transferred to state prison, the TDCJ Offender Search is the right tool. That free search covers all Texas Department of Criminal Justice state facilities. You can also sign up for free custody status alerts at VINELink.
The Texas DPS Crime Records Division handles statewide criminal history searches and is one of the main tools for finding records across multiple Texas counties.
Uvalde County Booking Photos and Records
Every person booked into the Uvalde County Jail has a booking photo taken at intake. These photos are part of the official arrest record and are accessible under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. The full booking record covers the person's name, date of birth, physical description, charges filed, arrest date and time, bond amount, and arresting officer or agency.
Uvalde County has faced significant public attention in recent years, which has made records access and transparency a topic of local discussion. The same open records laws that govern all 254 Texas counties apply here. The county must respond to properly submitted records requests within 10 business days and must provide a legal justification for any withholding.
Records from older arrests or people no longer in active custody are still available but may require additional time to locate and process.
How to Request Uvalde County Jail Records
Submit a written Public Information Request to the Uvalde County Sheriff's Office. Call (830) 278-4111 first to confirm whether they prefer mail, email, or in-person submissions. Mail requests to 339 W. Main St., Uvalde, TX 78801. Include the full name of the person, the date of the arrest, and a description of the specific records you want, such as a booking photo, full booking report, or charge listing.
The Texas Public Information Act requires the county to respond within 10 business days. Fees may apply for copies. If the cost will exceed $40, you must be notified before the county proceeds. If any records are withheld, the office must explain the legal basis in writing. If you disagree, you can request a ruling from the Texas Attorney General.
For broader statewide records, the Texas DPS Crime Records Division handles background checks across all Texas counties.
Texas Statewide Jail and Arrest Resources
The TDCJ Offender Search covers state prison inmates. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division handles statewide background checks. VINELink sends free custody alerts. The Texas Commission on Jail Standards inspects county jails statewide and posts compliance reports online.
Removing an Arrest Record in Uvalde County
If you were arrested in Uvalde County and were not convicted, you may be eligible for expunction under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55. Expunction applies when charges were dismissed, you were found not guilty, or you completed an approved diversion program. If granted, all agencies including the Sheriff's Office must destroy the records related to that arrest.
The petition is filed with the court that handled the original case. An attorney can review your eligibility and manage the filing. If full expunction does not apply, a nondisclosure order may limit public access to the record as a partial remedy.
Cities in Uvalde County
Uvalde is the county seat and the largest city in the county. No cities in Uvalde County currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All arrests in the county are processed by the Uvalde County Sheriff's Office.