Willacy County Jail Mugshots
Willacy County jail mugshots and booking records are held by the Willacy County Sheriff's Office in Raymondville, Texas. The Sheriff's Office processes all county arrests, operates the county jail, and keeps records available to the public under Texas open records law. This page explains how to find current inmates, request booking photos, and use state resources for broader records searches.
Willacy County Overview
Willacy County Sheriff's Office
The Willacy County Sheriff's Office is located at 1650 W. Main St., Raymondville, TX 78580. Raymondville is the county seat. Willacy County is a South Texas county bordering the Gulf Coast. The Sheriff's Office handles all county law enforcement and operates the county jail. All arrests in the county go through the booking process here.
Willacy County does not have a public online inmate search. Call (956) 689-5576 to check on anyone currently in custody. Give the full legal name and date of birth if you have it. Staff can confirm custody, charges, and bond information by phone. For records requests, call ahead to confirm the preferred submission method.
| Office | Willacy County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 1650 W. Main St., Raymondville, TX 78580 |
| Phone | (956) 689-5576 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, business hours |
Willacy County Inmate Search
There is no public online inmate roster for Willacy County. Call (956) 689-5576 to check custody status at the county jail. Have the full name and date of birth ready. Staff can confirm if the person is booked, list the current charges, and give bond information.
For state prison inmates, use the TDCJ Offender Search. Sign up at VINELink for free custody notifications when an inmate is released or transferred. Both tools are free and cover county and state facilities across Texas.
VINELink provides free automated custody alerts when an inmate's status changes at any Texas jail or state prison facility.
Willacy County Booking Photos and Records
All persons booked into the Willacy County Jail have a booking photo taken at intake. These records are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. A standard booking record includes the person's full name, date of birth, physical description, charges, booking date, bond amount, and arresting agency. All of this information is available through a formal Public Information Request to the Sheriff's Office.
Willacy County is a smaller county where records may be maintained in paper format. The county must still respond to your written request within 10 business days. Withheld records require a written legal explanation. If you believe a denial is improper, you can contact the Texas Attorney General's Open Government Division.
How to Request Willacy County Jail Records
Call (956) 689-5576 to ask about the process for Public Information Requests at the Willacy County Sheriff's Office. Mail your written request to 1650 W. Main St., Raymondville, TX 78580. Include the full name, the date of the arrest, and the specific records you are requesting. The county has 10 business days to respond under Texas law. Fees may apply for copies. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division handles statewide background checks if you need records beyond what the county holds.
Texas Statewide Jail and Arrest Resources
The TDCJ Offender Search covers state prison inmates. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division handles background checks. VINELink provides free custody alerts. The Texas Commission on Jail Standards monitors county jails and posts inspection data for all Texas facilities. All are free for basic lookups.
Removing an Arrest Record in Willacy County
Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, qualifying individuals can have Willacy County arrest records expunged when charges are dismissed, they are acquitted, or they complete qualifying diversion programs. All agencies must destroy the records once the order is granted. File the petition in the court that heard the case. An attorney can assess eligibility. A nondisclosure order may limit public access as an alternative if full expunction is not available.
Cities in Willacy County
Raymondville is the county seat and the largest city in Willacy County. No cities in the county currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All county arrests go through the Willacy County Sheriff's Office and the county jail in Raymondville.