Yoakum County Jail Mugshots
Yoakum County jail mugshots and booking records are held by the Yoakum County Sheriff's Office in Plains, Texas. All county arrests go through the Sheriff's Office, which operates the county jail and keeps records that the public can request under Texas law. This page covers how to find current inmates, request booking photos, and use statewide tools for additional searches.
Yoakum County Overview
Yoakum County Sheriff's Office
The Yoakum County Sheriff's Office is located at 1603 S. 2nd St., Plains, TX 79355. Plains is the county seat of Yoakum County, a South Plains county in West Texas near the New Mexico border. The Sheriff's Office handles all county law enforcement and runs the county jail. Every arrest made in Yoakum County goes through the booking process here, and those records are public under Texas law.
Yoakum County is a smaller rural county. There is no live public online inmate search available. Call (806) 456-2375 to check on anyone in custody. Staff can confirm custody status, charges, and bond information by phone. For formal records requests, contact the office to ask about their preferred submission method.
| Office | Yoakum County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 1603 S. 2nd St., Plains, TX 79355 |
| Phone | (806) 456-2375 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, business hours |
Yoakum County Inmate Search
There is no public online inmate roster for Yoakum County. Call (806) 456-2375 to check if someone is currently held at the county jail. Give the full legal name and date of birth if you have it. Staff can tell you if the person is booked, what charges are listed, and the current bond status.
For state prison inmates, use the TDCJ Offender Search. Sign up at VINELink for free custody notifications. Both tools are free and cover the full range of Texas detention facilities.
The Texas DPS Crime Records Division processes statewide criminal history requests and is one of the best tools for finding records across multiple Texas counties.
Yoakum County Booking Photos and Records
All persons booked into the Yoakum County Jail have a booking photo taken at intake. These photos and the full booking record are public under Texas Government Code Chapter 552. The booking record includes the person's full name, date of birth, physical description, charges, booking date, and bond amount.
Yoakum County is a small county and records may be in paper form. The right to request and receive those records is the same as anywhere in Texas. The county must respond to a properly submitted written request within 10 business days. Any withheld records require a written legal explanation.
How to Request Yoakum County Jail Records
Call (806) 456-2375 to ask about the process for submitting a Public Information Request. Mail your written request to 1603 S. 2nd St., Plains, TX 79355. Include the full name, the date of the arrest, and the specific records you need. The county has 10 business days to respond. Fees may apply for copies. For costs above $40, the office must notify you first. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division handles certified statewide background checks if you need records beyond the county level.
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 inspects county jails and posts compliance data for all Texas counties. These are key tools when local online access is not available.
Removing an Arrest Record in Yoakum County
Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55, qualifying individuals can have Yoakum 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 and handle the filing. A nondisclosure order is an alternative if full expunction does not apply.
Cities in Yoakum County
Plains is the county seat and the main community in Yoakum County. Denver City is another city in the county. No cities in Yoakum County currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All county arrests go through the Yoakum County Sheriff's Office.