Winkler County Jail Mugshots
Winkler County jail mugshots and booking records are maintained by the Winkler County Sheriff's Office in Kermit, Texas. The Sheriff's Office processes all county arrests, runs the county jail, and keeps records available to the public under Texas law. This page covers how to find current inmates, request booking photos, and use state tools when local access is limited.
Winkler County Overview
Winkler County Sheriff's Office
The Winkler County Sheriff's Office is located at 307 E. Winkler St., Kermit, TX 79745. Kermit is the county seat of Winkler County, a Permian Basin county that sees activity tied to the local oil and gas industry. The Sheriff's Office handles all county law enforcement, operates the county jail, and maintains booking records. All arrests in Winkler County go through the booking process here.
Winkler County does not have a public online inmate search. The best way to check if someone is in custody is to call (432) 586-3461. Give the person's full legal name and date of birth if available. Staff can confirm custody status, charges, and bond information by phone. For formal records requests, call the office to ask about their submission process.
| Office | Winkler County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 307 E. Winkler St., Kermit, TX 79745 |
| Phone | (432) 586-3461 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, business hours |
Winkler County Inmate Search
Winkler County has no public online inmate roster. Call (432) 586-3461 to check on anyone currently held at the county jail. Have the full legal name ready, along with the date of birth if you know it. Staff can confirm custody status, list current charges, and provide bond information.
For state prison inmates, use the TDCJ Offender Search. For free custody notifications, register at VINELink. Both tools are free and cover all Texas county jails and state prison facilities.
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards publishes inspection reports for all county jails including Winkler County and can be a useful resource for verifying facility compliance.
Winkler County Booking Photos and Records
Every person booked into the Winkler County Jail has a booking photo taken at intake. These records are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. The full booking record covers the person's full name, date of birth, physical description, charges, booking date, and bond amount. A formal Public Information Request is the proper way to access these records.
Winkler County is a small county and some records may be in paper format. The right to request those records is the same regardless of format. The office must respond within 10 business days. Withheld records require a written legal explanation. If needed, you can seek a ruling from the Texas Attorney General's Open Government Division.
How to Request Winkler County Jail Records
Call (432) 586-3461 to ask about the process for submitting a Public Information Request. You can mail your written request to 307 E. Winkler St., Kermit, TX 79745. Include the full name of the person, the date of the arrest, and the specific records you want. The county must respond within 10 business days. Fees may apply for copying. For statewide criminal history, the Texas DPS Crime Records Division handles certified background checks.
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 statewide. These tools are especially useful when local online access is limited in smaller counties like Winkler.
Removing an Arrest Record in Winkler County
Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, qualifying individuals can have Winkler 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 handled the case. An attorney can assess eligibility and manage the filing. A nondisclosure order is an alternative if full expunction is not available.
Cities in Winkler County
Kermit is the county seat of Winkler County. Wink is another smaller community in the county. No cities in Winkler County currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All county arrests are processed by the Winkler County Sheriff's Office.