Bandera County Criminal Records and Background Check

Bandera County background check records are held by three offices in Bandera, Texas: the County Clerk, the District Clerk, and the Sheriff's Office. Each office keeps different types of records, from misdemeanor court cases to felony criminal history and arrest logs. You can contact these offices directly to request records in person or by mail. Online case search tools are also available for some record types through the Texas court system.

Bandera County Clerk Background Check Records

The Bandera County Clerk is the main custodian for misdemeanor court records, civil filings, probate cases, real property documents, and vital records. County Clerk Deanna Moore runs the office at 500 Main Street, Suite 101, in Bandera. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Phone is (830) 796-3339. The official website is banderacounty.org.

Misdemeanor criminal records from Class A and Class B cases are kept here. These cover lower-level offenses handled in the county court. For felony cases, you must contact the District Clerk instead. The County Clerk also holds real property records going back to 1856, which can show liens and judgments tied to a person in Bandera County. Civil court records, probate filings, and assumed name certificates are all part of this office's archives.

Copies cost $1.00 per page. Certified copies add a $5.00 fee on top of copy costs. Mail requests need a written request, payment, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. The office does not take phone requests for record searches. Cash, check with ID, and money orders are accepted. A valid photo ID is needed for in-person requests.

Recording fees in Bandera County are $26 for the first page and $4 for each additional page. Birth certificates cost $23. Death certificates run $21 for the first copy and $3 for each extra. Marriage licenses cost $82. These fees apply across all Bandera County Clerk transactions.

The Bandera County Clerk page on the county's official site has contact information and details on what records the office maintains.

This page is the starting point for requesting misdemeanor criminal records, probate filings, and property documents in Bandera County.

Bandera County District Clerk Criminal Records

The Bandera County District Clerk handles felony criminal cases, civil district court filings, and family law matters. District Clerk Janis C. Bledsoe manages the office at 500 Main Street, Suite 102, in Bandera. Phone is (830) 796-3781. Email is banderadc@banderacounty.org. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The office website is at banderacounty.org.

Bandera County has two district courts: the 216th District Court and the 451st District Court. These courts handle felony criminal cases, civil matters over certain dollar thresholds, and family law cases including custody and divorce filings. All records from these courts flow through the District Clerk's office. If you need felony criminal history for a person in Bandera County, this is where you go. The statewide re:SearchTX portal also provides access to Bandera County district court case information online, searchable by party name or cause number at no cost.

Background check searches at the District Clerk's office require a written request in person or by mail. Phone searches are not available. Bring valid photo ID for in-person visits. Copy fees are $1.00 per page. Certified copies cost an extra $5.00. E-filing for civil and family cases is done through eFileTexas.gov. Expunctions and nondisclosure orders affecting Bandera County criminal records are also processed through the District Clerk's office.

The Bandera County District Clerk page provides contact details and information on felony criminal records, civil cases, and family court filings in the county.

This is the primary office for felony-level background check searches in Bandera County, covering both the 216th and 451st District Courts.

Bandera County Sheriff Arrest Records

The Bandera County Sheriff's Office manages arrest records, incident reports, and jail information for the county. Sheriff Daniel Butts leads the department. The main office is at 690 Hwy 16 N, Bandera, TX 78003. Phone is (830) 796-3771 for non-emergency calls. Emergency is 911. The Sheriff's website is at banderacounty.org.

Arrest records in Texas are public records under the Texas Public Information Act. To get arrest records or incident reports from the Bandera County Sheriff, you need to submit a written request. The office has 10 business days to respond. Fees apply for copies and staff research time. The Sheriff's Office is also responsible for sex offender registration in the county. All registered offenders in Texas appear in the statewide Texas DPS Sex Offender Registry.

Note: For current jail roster information, contact the Bandera County Sheriff's Office directly at (830) 796-3771.

The Bandera County Sheriff page on the county website has contact information for the Sheriff's Office and details on requesting arrest and incident records.

The Sheriff's Office is the main source for Bandera County arrest records, warrant information, and current jail bookings.

Bandera County Court System

Bandera County has two district courts, one county court at law, and Justice of the Peace courts. The district courts handle felony criminal cases, large civil matters, and family law. The county court handles misdemeanor criminal cases and civil matters under the statutory threshold. JP courts handle Class C misdemeanors, small claims, and traffic cases.

The 216th District Court and the 451st District Court both sit in Bandera. Their records are maintained by the District Clerk. The statewide re:SearchTX system lets you search Bandera County district court dockets by name or cause number. This tool is free and available at any time. For county court records, contact the County Clerk. County court at law cases include Class A and B misdemeanors, civil matters, and probate proceedings.

E-filing is required for civil, family, and probate cases in Texas district courts. All e-filed documents go through eFileTexas.gov. If you are searching Bandera County background check records from outside the county, the re:SearchTX portal is often the fastest starting point for district court case history without a trip to the courthouse.

Online Background Check Search Tools for Bandera County

Several online tools help you search Bandera County background check records without visiting in person. The tools cover different record types, so you may need more than one for a full picture.

The re:SearchTX portal provides access to Bandera County district court case records. You can search by party name or cause number. For a statewide criminal history search, the Texas DPS Criminal History Name Search runs a name-based search for $3.00 and covers records from all Texas counties. For a certified fingerprint-based report, use the FACT Clearinghouse through the Texas DPS. Sex offender information is available through the Texas DPS Sex Offender Registry.

Texas Department of Criminal Justice maintains an inmate search for people in state prisons. You can check the TDCJ website for current and former state inmates. For people in the Bandera County jail, contact the Sheriff's Office directly.

The Texas AG's Office provides guidance on public record requests under the Texas Public Information Act. You can find information at texasattorneygeneral.gov/open-government. This is useful if an agency delays or denies a record request.

Note: Name-based searches may not catch all records. For legal purposes, use the Texas DPS fingerprint-based FACT system for a certified criminal history report.

The Texas DPS Criminal History Records page explains what types of information are included in the state's criminal history system and how to request records.

This statewide resource covers criminal history across all Texas counties, including Bandera, and explains the process for getting certified records from the state.

Nearby Counties

These counties border or are near Bandera County. Each has its own clerk offices and court system for background check records.