Access Lubbock Background Check Records
Lubbock background check records come from the Lubbock Police Department, Lubbock County courts, and Texas state databases. You can search criminal history, police reports, warrant data, and court filings through official city and county portals. The Texas DPS statewide criminal history database also covers arrests and convictions from the Lubbock area.
Lubbock Quick Facts
Lubbock Police Department Records
The Lubbock Police Department Records Division is at 916 Texas Ave., Lubbock, TX 79401. The records phone number is 806-775-2977. The non-emergency line is 806-775-2865. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
LPD handles police reports, accident reports, and public information requests. Fees apply for copies of most report types. Request methods include in-person visits at the Records Division, mail submissions, and online requests through the city's portal. If you are not sure which record type fits your need, the records staff can help point you in the right direction. Most standard reports can be processed within a few business days, though complex requests may take longer.
The City of Lubbock website is the main hub for police records and open records submissions. It links to the city's public information portal and provides contact details for city departments. The site also has information on the Texas Public Information Act and what to expect when you file a request.
Once a public records request is filed with the City of Lubbock, the city has 10 business days to respond. They can release the records, ask for more time, or seek guidance from the Texas Attorney General if they believe a specific exemption may apply to part of the request.
The City of Lubbock website provides access to police department services, public records portals, and contact information for submitting open records requests in Lubbock.
Lubbock Municipal Court Records
Lubbock Municipal Court handles Class C misdemeanor cases filed within the city. You can reach the court at 806-775-2965. Court offices are open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Class C cases in Lubbock include traffic violations, city ordinance offenses, and minor criminal charges. If you have an active warrant in Lubbock, it will show up in background checks. The Municipal Court can confirm warrant status and explain what steps to take. Some defendants qualify for payment plans or deferred dispositions on eligible cases, which can help avoid a conviction on the record.
The city offers online tools for checking case status and paying fines. This is often faster than calling the court for routine matters. For anything more complex, such as warrant recalls or contested citations, contacting the clerk's office directly is the best path.
Note: Lubbock Municipal Court only handles Class C misdemeanors. Felony and higher misdemeanor cases are handled by Lubbock County courts, not the city court.
Lubbock County Criminal Records
Felony cases and Class A and B misdemeanor charges in Lubbock are handled by Lubbock County courts. The Lubbock County District Clerk holds records for district court cases, including felonies heard in the 72nd, 99th, 137th, 140th, and 364th District Courts. The County Clerk handles county court cases for higher-level misdemeanors.
Both the County Clerk and District Clerk offices are at 904 Broadway, Lubbock, TX 79401. Online search tools are available through the county's court records portal. You can search by name or case number to find party information, hearing dates, and case status. Certified copies require a visit to the courthouse or a written request to the appropriate clerk's office. Standard fees apply for copies and certified documents.
For more details on Lubbock County court access and how to find criminal records, visit the Lubbock County background check records page.
Texas State Background Check Resources
The Texas DPS FACT system is the official source for statewide criminal history. You can run a name-based search through the DPS FACT Clearinghouse. This covers arrests and convictions from Lubbock and the rest of Texas.
The Texas Sex Offender Registry is free to search at the DPS Sex Offender Registration Program page. You can search by name, address, or zip code. The database is updated by DPS and reflects current registration status for offenders statewide.
The TDCJ inmate search at tdcj.texas.gov covers current and former Texas prison system inmates. You can search by name or TDCJ number. The re:SearchTX system gives access to court records from many Texas counties in one place, including Lubbock County.
Open Records Requests in Lubbock
The Texas Public Information Act gives any person the right to request records from government agencies, including the City of Lubbock. Most records are public unless a specific exemption under state law applies. Guidance on the law is published by the Texas Attorney General at texasattorneygeneral.gov.
You can submit a records request to the City of Lubbock through the city website. Requests can cover police reports, court records, and records from other city departments. The city has 10 business days to respond after receiving a request. They can release the records, ask for more time, or seek an AG opinion if they believe part of the request falls under an exemption.
Fees may apply for large requests. The first 50 pages of standard paper copies are typically free. Beyond that, a per-page fee applies. Requesting digital copies can reduce or eliminate those costs. Fee waivers are available for requests that serve a clear public interest.
Note: Records requests go to the department that holds the records. LPD requests go to the police department even if submitted through the city's central portal.
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