Wichita County Jail Mugshots
Wichita County jail mugshots and booking records are managed by the Wichita County Sheriff's Office in Wichita Falls, Texas. The county provides an online inmate search and maintains records on all county bookings. This page explains how to search the roster, request booking photos, and use statewide tools to find additional records.
Wichita County Overview
Wichita County Sheriff's Office
The Wichita County Sheriff's Office is located at 900 7th St., Wichita Falls, TX 76301. Wichita Falls is the county seat and the main population center in the county. The Sheriff's Office runs the county jail, handles all county bookings, and maintains public records on every arrest. The county has a population of over 130,000 people and processes a substantial number of jail bookings each year.
Online inmate search access is available through the county at wichitacountytx.com/sheriff. That tool allows you to search the current inmate roster by name. Results show custody status, charges, and bond information. The roster is updated regularly and reflects the current population at the Wichita County Jail.
The Wichita Falls Police Department handles city arrests, but all felony and Class A/B misdemeanor bookings end up at the county jail. City police and county sheriff records are separate systems, though both feed into the county jail for custody.
| Office | Wichita County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 900 7th St., Wichita Falls, TX 76301 |
| Phone | (940) 766-8170 |
| Website | wichitacountytx.com/sheriff |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, business hours |
Wichita County Inmate Search
Use the online inmate search at wichitacountytx.com/sheriff to find current inmates by name. The tool displays custody status, charges filed, and current bond information. Results are updated regularly. If someone was recently booked, allow a short time for the record to appear in the system before searching.
If you do not find someone through the online search, call (940) 766-8170 to check directly with the jail. For state prison inmates, the TDCJ Offender Search covers all state facilities. Register at VINELink for free custody status alerts when someone is released or transferred.
The TDCJ Offender Search covers everyone serving a sentence in a Texas state prison facility and is the best tool for finding people transferred out of the county jail.
Wichita County Booking Photos and Records
All persons booked into the Wichita County Jail have a booking photo taken at intake. These photos are public records under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. The full booking record includes the person's full name, date of birth, charges, booking date, bond amount, physical description, and arresting agency. For current inmates, some of this information may be visible through the online search portal.
For records on people no longer in the active roster, or for formally certified copies, submit a Public Information Request to the Sheriff's Office. The county must respond within 10 business days. Any withheld records require a written explanation with the applicable legal basis. You have the right to seek a ruling from the Texas Attorney General if a denial seems improper.
How to Request Wichita County Jail Records
Submit a Public Information Request to the Wichita County Sheriff's Office by calling (940) 766-8170 to ask about submission options, or mail a written request to 900 7th St., Wichita Falls, TX 76301. Include the full name of the person, the arrest date, and the specific records you need, such as the booking photo, intake report, or charge summary.
The Texas Public Information Act requires a response within 10 business days. Fees may apply for copies. For costs exceeding $40, advance notice is required. For statewide criminal history, the Texas DPS Crime Records Division handles certified background reports. The Wichita Falls Police Department handles its own records separately through the Records Bureau at (940) 720-5020.
Texas Statewide Jail and Arrest Resources
The TDCJ Offender Search covers state prison inmates. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division handles certified background checks. VINELink provides free custody alerts. The Texas Commission on Jail Standards inspects county jails statewide including Wichita County and publishes inspection reports online.
Removing an Arrest Record in Wichita County
Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, qualifying individuals can have Wichita County arrest records expunged when charges are dismissed, they are acquitted, or they complete certain diversion programs. A successful expunction requires all agencies, including the Sheriff's Office, to destroy the records. File the petition in the court that handled the original case. An attorney can advise on eligibility and assist with the filing. A nondisclosure order may limit public access to records as an alternative if full expunction is not available.
Cities in Wichita County
Wichita Falls is the county seat and the largest city in Wichita County. It meets the population threshold for a dedicated city page.
Other communities in Wichita County include Iowa Park and Burkburnett. All county arrests are processed by the Wichita County Sheriff's Office and the county jail system.