Erath County Arrest Records and Warrants
Many parents become worried when their daughter starts dating a new guy. And rightly so, according to the TxDPS, in 2013, there were 7,438 rape cases throughout Texas. This article is, first and foremost, meant for those parents (and other people as well) who want to learn how to conduct a background check in Texas in general and in Erath County in particular so as to make sure their loved ones are safe. The following lines will explain in detail how to trace Erath County arrest records, warrants, and court dockets.
How to find Erath County arrest records
To find out who is currently in custody, it is advisable to contact the county jail at 254-965-3221. The facility is physically located at 1043 Glen Rose Rd. Stephenville, TX 76401. Moreover, the jail's website provides an electronic log that includes a daily inmate report for the last 7 days.
To broaden your arrest search, refer to the computerized criminal history data bank maintained by the TxDPS. It presents a person's history of arrests and prosecutions in the entire state. Minor offenses are not presented. In addition, users can use this service only after they had signed up, opened an account and paid a fee.
Lastly, the TDCJ offers the public an online database that can be used to carry out a Texas inmate search. You can find a detainee in one of the state's correctional facilities by typing his or her name, TDCJ number or SID (state identification) number.
How to perform an Erath County warrant search
Larger counties offer online archives that show wanted persons. This is not the case regarding Erath County warrants. You can locate them going through the hard way, that is, paying a visit to the sheriff office (1043 Glen Rose Hwy. Stephenville, Texas 76401. Telephone: 254-965-3338). Their criminal archives contain useful data on the county's criminal activity.
If you are not feeling comfortable approaching the sheriff directly, we have a solution for you: the search box annexed to this article enables you to do an in-depth background check by filling in the subject's name. You will get accurate and up to date civil and criminal reports with abundant information. Your confidentiality is guaranteed.
How to obtain criminal court dockets
Two agencies can assist you in obtaining Erath County court records. Files dealing with misdemeanor offenses should be searched through the county clerk (100 West Washington, Stephenville, TX 76401. Phone number: 254-965-1482). Cases related to felony offenses are kept by the district clerk (112 West College St. Stephenville, TX 76401. Phone number: 254-965-1486).
The law requires filing an official request to view public information. For more details, visit the website of the Texas Attorney General. In addition, the county offers its residents an electronic tool to search for public records. The service requires opening an account.
Crime information
841 offenses were reported to the sheriff office and the county's law enforcement agencies in 2013. 50 offenses involved violence. According to the TxDPS, 4 murders were committed in that year as well as 3 rapes, 6 robberies, and 37 assaults. 188 people were apprehended.