Bexar County TX Arrest Records Search | Jail & Court 2026

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Bexar County, Texas · Recent arrests, jail, bond and criminal-court guide

Find the Bexar County Booking, Then Follow It to the Correct Court Record

A Bexar County arrest can appear in several systems: Central Magistrate processing, a Sheriff jail activity report, the county jail record, a misdemeanor case, a felony case, a bond record and the arresting agency’s incident report.

This guide explains those systems inside one page. It includes the county’s portal-search rules, record identifiers, current fees, report-request requirements, jail contacts, bond methods, visitation hours, mail restrictions and next steps when no result appears.

Run the Justice Portal search Check recent jail reports Call inmate information
An arrest is not a conviction. A jail charge is an allegation recorded during arrest or booking. Charges can be changed, rejected, dismissed or resolved without a conviction. Match the date of birth, SID, booking, SO or court case number before relying on a result.
Recent jail reports

Available online for a maximum of seven days.

Inmate information

210-335-6201

Main jail

200 N. Comal St., San Antonio, TX 78207.

Misdemeanors

Maintained by the Bexar County Clerk.

Felonies

Maintained by the Bexar County District Clerk.

Record router

Choose the record that answers your actual question

RECENT ARREST Was the person just arrested?

Check Central Magistrate information and the Sheriff’s recent Jail Activity Reports. Intake data may still be incomplete.

Best for: new booking, magistration, charge and bond information.
CURRENT JAIL Is the person still in custody?

Use the available jail information and call 210-335-6201 with the full name and date of birth.

Best for: custody confirmation, charges, bond and warrant information.
COURT CASE What happened after arrest?

Search the Justice Information Portal for misdemeanor and felony cases, events, hearings and dispositions.

Best for: formal charges, court setting, case status and outcome.
POLICE REPORT What allegedly occurred?

Request the offense, incident, arrest or body-camera record from the agency that created it.

Best for: narrative, location, officer information and report evidence.
Most reliable sequence: Find the recent arrest, save the SID and SO or case number, search the Justice Portal, identify the correct clerk, and request the police report only when the underlying narrative is required.

Choose the problem you need to solve

The article is organized around actions rather than a directory of unexplained links.

New arrest workflow

How to find a person arrested in Bexar County today

Check Central Magistrate information Use the recent-arrest search when the person was arrested recently and may still be undergoing magistration, bond review or transfer into county custody.
Open the Sheriff’s Jail Activity Reports The reports are free and show recent jail activity. The Sheriff keeps these reports online for a maximum of seven days.
Expect incomplete early data The Sheriff warns that some data may not be updated while the defendant is moving through the booking process.
Search the legal surname first Try the last name without a middle name or date of birth. Test maiden names, hyphen variations, aliases and suffixes.
Save the SID, SO and case identifiers These identifiers help connect the booking with jail, court, bond, mail, money and records-request systems.
Call when the booking is unclear Call 210-335-6201. Prepare the full legal name and date of birth.
Continue to the Justice Portal A jail report shows arrest and custody information. The court case is needed to identify filed charges and later outcomes.
Seven-day limit: Jail Activity Reports are not a complete historical arrest archive. Once the report ages out, use the Justice Portal, Sheriff Central Records and the correct clerk’s office.
Search Central Magistrate arrests Open Jail Activity Reports
New consolidated portal

How to search Bexar County criminal court records correctly

Bexar County’s Justice Information Portal consolidates the former court-record, fugitive and bail-bond searches. Public users do not need to register.

Open Smart Search Select the Smart Search icon from the portal home page.
Enter a name or case number Use the main record-number field for either a court case number or a person’s name.
Format the name correctly Enter the name as Last, First Middle. Example: Garcia, Maria Elena.
Use a wildcard when spelling is uncertain An asterisk can replace unknown characters. Example: Smith, J*.
Do not worry about capitalization Names are not case-sensitive. Uppercase and lowercase combinations are accepted.
Open Advanced Filtering Options when needed Use filters only after a broad search produces too many results.
Open the case number Click the case number to view the case summary, parties, events, hearings and other publicly displayed information.
Use Show More or Show All The portal initially limits the number of displayed event entries. Expand the list before deciding that a disposition is missing.
Wildcard minimums: The county guide states that wildcard searches require at least one first-name character, three last-name characters or four case-number characters.
Open Justice Information Portal
Advanced portal search

Use these filters when a name returns too many cases

Bexar Justice Portal filters and identifiers
Filter or number What it narrows How to use it
Search location Area of law or court location. Select the criminal location when looking for arrest-related cases.
Case type Felony, misdemeanor and other case categories. Use when the charge level is known.
Case status Open, closed or other displayed statuses. Search both active and disposed matters when status is uncertain.
File-date range Cases filed during a selected period. Use a narrow range around the arrest date.
Judicial officer Cases assigned to a particular judge. Helpful after a court assignment is known.
SO number Cases associated with a Sheriff’s Office identifier. Enter the name plus SO number for a precise search.
CB number Cases associated with a county cross-reference number. Select Case Cross-Reference Number in advanced search.
FBI number Cases associated with the displayed FBI identifier. Select Case Cross-Reference Number and enter the identifier.
Hearing search Scheduled criminal hearings. Select Criminal, hearing type, courtroom and date range.
Maximum name results

The portal displays a maximum of 200 search results. Narrow the search if the person does not appear.

Visible columns

Users can display up to six result columns at one time and sort the columns.

Case events

Hearings and events appear newest first. The initial case display may show only 50 entries.

Best high-precision combination: Search the name in Last, First format and add the SO number, case type or narrow filing-date range.
Result decoder

What each Bexar County arrest and court field means

Booking, bond and case identifiers explained
Field What it identifies What it does not prove Next action
SID number The person’s local identification number in the criminal-justice system. It does not explain the final case result. Use it for jail, mail, deposits and mugshot requests.
SO number A Sheriff’s Office identifier associated with the person or record. It is not the same as the court case number. Use it as an advanced Justice Portal filter.
CB number A county booking or cross-reference identifier used in the justice system. It may link multiple cases or events. Search it under Case Cross-Reference Number.
Case number The number assigned to a misdemeanor or felony court case. One arrest may produce more than one case. Use it to obtain the docket and certified documents.
Arrest date The date associated with law-enforcement custody. It can differ from the offense, booking and filing dates. Use it to narrow recent reports and public-record requests.
Charge The alleged offense listed during arrest, magistration or court filing. It does not prove guilt or guarantee prosecution. Review later filings and the final disposition.
Bond amount The bond presently connected with a charge or case. One payable bond may not clear every charge or hold. Call 210-335-6201 and confirm all cases.
Case status The administrative status shown by the portal. A closed label alone does not explain the outcome. Locate the judgment, dismissal or disposition entry.
Hearings and events Court settings, filings, orders and case activity. A short event label may not explain the document. Order the underlying document when formal proof is needed.
Mugshot A photograph associated with the booking process. It is not evidence of guilt or conviction. Verify the SID, date of birth and court outcome.
Portal disclaimer: Bexar County describes the Justice Portal as a free convenience that supplements official records. The information can be incomplete, may change and does not replace documents issued by the responsible county office.
Same-name protection

Verify the person before relying on the record

Full first and last name are consistent
Middle name, alias or suffix is consistent
Date of birth or age is consistent
SID or SO number matches another source
Arrest date matches the known event
Arresting agency matches the location
Case number matches the correct clerk
Charge and court level are plausible
Minimum rule: Confirm at least two independent identifiers before sending money, publishing an allegation, contacting an employer or treating a result as belonging to a specific person.
Same name, different date of birth Treat the records as different people unless an official agency confirms an error.
Same person, several case numbers Review every case. Each charge or court level can have a separate result.
Mugshot looks similar Appearance is not a reliable legal identifier. Use SID, birth information and court records.
Old address appears Addresses can be outdated or protected. Do not use an address as the only match.
Troubleshooting

No Bexar County arrest or court record found?

The arrest happened within the last few hours Intake, identification, magistration and system entry may still be underway.
The name was entered in the wrong order Use Last, First Middle format in the Justice Portal.
The spelling is uncertain Use a wildcard such as Garcia, M* and try maiden names, aliases and suffixes.
The search returned 200 results Add an SO number, filing range, case type, location or case status.
The Jail Activity Report disappeared The Sheriff maintains those reports for only seven days. Search the court portal and request records.
The person was released quickly A court case may remain even when the person is no longer listed in custody.
The case is municipal San Antonio Municipal Court and other municipal courts maintain certain tickets and municipal matters separately.
The person was transferred Custody may have moved to another county, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice or a federal agency.
The case is restricted Juvenile, sealed, expunged and legally confidential records may not appear publicly.
The arrest occurred outside Bexar County Search the jurisdiction where the arrest occurred rather than the person’s residence.
Call script for a missing record “I am trying to confirm the arrest or custody status of [full legal name], date of birth [date]. The arrest may have occurred on [date] through [agency]. I have [SID, SO, CB, warrant or case number]. Can you confirm whether the person is booked, released, transferred or indexed under another identifier?”
Arrest-to-court timeline

What happens after a Bexar County arrest?

Police arrest and report creation The arresting agency creates the incident or offense report and records the alleged offense, location and arrest circumstances.
Booking and identity processing The defendant is identified, searched, photographed and assigned local identifiers. Property and custody information are recorded.
Central Magistrate processing Charge and bond information may be reviewed during magistration. Early online information can change during this stage.
Jail placement or release The person may remain in custody, post bond, receive a personal bond or remain because of another hold.
Clerk case creation A misdemeanor case is maintained by the County Clerk. A felony case is maintained by the District Clerk.
Prosecutor review The initial arrest allegation may be filed as charged, changed, reduced, rejected or presented in a different case.
Hearings and disposition The portal may show settings, pleas, orders, judgments, dismissals and other events.
Possible record relief An eligible person may later pursue expunction or an order of nondisclosure through the proper court.
Bond and release

Bexar County cash bond, surety bond and personal bond

Inmate and bond information

210-335-6201

Prepare the full name and date of birth.

Safety or suicidal ideation report

210-335-5670

Use this number to report immediate concern about a person in custody.

Cash bond requirements

Full bond amount is required
Cashier’s check or money order only
Payable to Bexar County Sheriff’s Office
Valid identification is required
Cash is not accepted for this method
Traveler’s checks are not accepted
Personal checks are not accepted
Keep the original payment receipt

Personal bond fee

$20 minimum

The fee is at least $20 when a qualifying personal bond is granted through the applicable process.

Or 3% of bond

The assessed fee is $20 or three percent of the fixed bail, whichever is greater.

Possible reduction

The court may waive or lower the fee when good cause is shown.

Confirm every charge and hold One bond amount may not resolve another charge, warrant, detainer or jurisdictional hold.
Verify the payment method Do not purchase a cashier’s check or money order until the current amount and payee are confirmed.
Check the surety company’s license The Sheriff states that the customer is responsible for verifying the current license status of a bail-bond company.
Keep every receipt Save the SID, case number, payment receipt, date, amount and person accepting the bond.
Wait for confirmed physical release Bond posting does not mean that release processing and property return are complete.
Bond and warrant scam: The Sheriff does not take payment by phone to avoid arrest and will not ask for gift cards or cryptocurrency.
Correct clerk

Who maintains misdemeanor and felony cases?

Bexar County criminal court record routing
Record or case Responsible office Contact What to request
Criminal misdemeanor Bexar County Clerk 210-335-2238 County Court at Law docket, filings, disposition and copies.
Felony criminal case Bexar County District Clerk 210-335-2591 District Court docket, indictment, judgment and copies.
Recent magistration Central Magistrate system Use recent arrest search or inmate line Recent charge, bond and magistration information.
Sheriff incident report BCSO Central Records 210-335-6302 Offense, incident, arrest or releasable supporting record.
SAPD arrest report San Antonio Police Department Use the city’s police records process SAPD incident and arrest documents.
Municipal ticket Issuing municipal court Contact the city court Municipal case, ticket and payment information.
County Clerk Criminal Central Filing
Bexar County Courthouse
100 Dolorosa, Basement
San Antonio, TX 78205

210-335-2238

District Clerk Criminal Operations

Main line: 210-335-2591

Supervisor: 210-335-2187

Bond forfeiture: 210-335-2165

County Clerk hours: Main locations publish Monday–Friday hours of 8 a.m.–5 p.m., with extended Wednesday hours to 5:45 p.m., excluding county holidays.
Copies and local checks

Bexar County criminal record fees

Published Sheriff and District Clerk charges
Service Published charge Office Important condition
Offense or incident report No cost Sheriff Central Records Provide case number or date, location and complainant.
Accident report $6 Sheriff / TxDOT process Certified accident report is separately priced.
Certified accident report $8 Sheriff Central Records Confirm whether TxDOT or BCSO holds the report.
Local record check $3 Sheriff Central Records Local scope is not a statewide or national check.
Sheriff criminal history $8 Sheriff Central Records Confirm the scope before using it for a formal purpose.
Sheriff’s letter $2 Sheriff Central Records Ask whether the letter fits the receiving agency’s requirement.
Address survey $4 first 10 pages Sheriff Central Records Additional pages are 10 cents each.
Felony background check $5 District Clerk Criminal Operations Available in person or by mail with payment.
Plain felony copy $1 per page District Clerk Produced after payment is received.
Certified felony copy $1 per page District Clerk Confirm the certification needed by the receiving institution.
Sheriff payment rule: The Central Records service-fee table states cash only and no bills larger than $10 for the listed counter services.
District Clerk mail payment: Cashier’s checks and money orders are accepted for mailed felony-copy requests.
Sheriff reports

How to request a Bexar County offense or arrest report

BCSO Central Records provides public services under the Texas Public Information Act. Use the arresting agency’s records process; a Sheriff report cannot replace an SAPD or another city police report.

Information needed to locate an offense or incident report

Sheriff case number, when available
Incident or arrest date
Approximate incident time
Specific location
Complainant’s name
Arrested person’s full legal name
SID, SO or court case number
Specific document types requested

Body-worn camera requests require three details

Date and approximate time

Provide a narrow time window for the recording.

Specific location

Give the address, intersection or clearly identifiable place.

Known subject

Name one or more people known to be the subject of the recording.

Copy-ready Sheriff records request
Under the Texas Public Information Act, I request an electronic copy of the releasable offense report, arrest report, probable-cause document and supplemental reports concerning [full legal name], date of birth [date if known], for the incident on or about [date and time] at [location]. Known identifiers are BCSO case number [number], SID [number], SO number [number] and court case number [number]. Please provide a written cost estimate before processing if charges will exceed $[amount].
Possible redactions: Active investigative material, victim information, juvenile data, medical information, protected identifiers and other legally confidential material can be withheld or removed.
Submit the Sheriff records request Open Central Records instructions
Local background checks

How the Bexar County Sheriff in-person check works

Identification

Bring a valid driver’s license or government-issued ID.

Published price

The fee varies from $3 to $8 depending on the result.

Payment

Cash only; no bills larger than $10.

Call first

Confirm availability at 210-335-6302.

BCSO South Tower

Corner of Commerce and Comal

San Antonio, Texas

Published counter hours

Monday–Friday

8 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Call ahead before traveling.

Scope warning: A BCSO or Bexar County check is not automatically a complete Texas, federal or nationwide criminal-history report.
Booking photograph

How to request a Bexar County mugshot

The county routes mugshot requests through the Sheriff’s records process rather than promising that every booking image will remain publicly displayed online.

Provide the full legal name
Include the SID number when known
Include the date of birth when known
Include the arrest or booking date
Identify the arresting agency
Specify that a booking photograph is requested
Mugshot limitation: A booking photograph proves only that an image was associated with custody processing. It does not establish guilt, conviction or the current case outcome.
Use the official mugshot request instructions
Warrant safety

How to check Bexar County warrant information

BCSO Judicial Services

210-335-6030

210-335-6050

Published hours

Monday–Friday

8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Excluding weekends and holidays.

Search the related criminal case Public portal users should begin with the person or case number and review the publicly displayed case information.
Do not expect full warrant-number access The portal guide states that detailed warrant-number searching is restricted to authorized justice partners.
Call Judicial Services Use the warrant-information phone option and provide the name, birth date and case information.
Route tickets correctly Contact San Antonio Municipal Court for SAPD traffic tickets. Contact the appropriate precinct for Sheriff or constable tickets.
Use an attorney for self-surrender questions Do not rely on a private people-search site to resolve an active warrant.
Do not confront or detain anyone. A warrant result can involve a same-name error, recall, service or delayed system update. Give information to law enforcement.
Current jail actions

What family members should do after confirming custody

ID
Save the SID

The SID is required or useful for mail, money, packages, mugshot requests and jail questions.

BD
Check every bond

A person can have several charges, no-bond matters or outside holds.

TR
Confirm transfer status

Do not send money, mail or schedule a visit until current custody is verified.

CT
Find the court case

Use each case number to check formal charges, settings and disposition.

RC
Save receipts

Keep confirmations for bonds, deposits, packages, calls and visits.

MH
Report urgent risk

Call 210-335-5670 for suicidal feelings or ideation concerns.

Video visitation

Bexar County jail visitation hours and device rules

Account required

Register for an ICSolutions account before scheduling.

Computer limitation

The county says the platform is not compatible with Mac or Chromebook computers. Use Windows.

Phone option

The ICS mobile application is available for compatible iOS and Android devices.

Published visitation operating and public-visit hours
Day Operating hours Public visitation
Monday 8 a.m.–3 p.m. No public visits. Professional visits follow separate rules.
Tuesday–Friday 8 a.m.–8 p.m. 8:30 a.m.–8 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m.–3 p.m. 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Sunday Normally closed Closed except Easter, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, when hours are 8 a.m.–3 p.m.
Thanksgiving and Christmas Closed No regular visits.
ICSolutions technical support

888-646-9437

Registration, scheduling and technical problems.

BCSO Video Visitation Staff

210-335-8270

Facility visit questions and concerns.

Register and schedule a visit
Inmate mail

Bexar County inmate mailing address and restrictions

Address personal mail exactly this way
Inmate’s Full Name and SID Number
Unit Location, if known
Bexar County Adult Detention Center
200 N. Comal Street
San Antonio, TX 78207

How ordinary mail is handled

Inmates may receive letters in any quantity
Mail is collected and delivered Monday–Friday
Federal holidays are excluded
Incoming mail is opened and inspected
Eligible mail is scanned into the inmate kiosk
Scanned mail can be viewed for up to six months
Physical mail is held for two business days after scanning
The physical item is then destroyed

Photo rules

Maximum quantity

No more than six photographs in one envelope.

Maximum size

Photographs larger than 5 by 7 inches are prohibited.

Prohibited content

Nudity, sexually suggestive content, weapons, drugs, paraphernalia and gang gestures are rejected.

Do not place these items in ordinary mail

Cash, money orders or cashier’s checks
Credit cards or phone cards
Driver’s licenses or photo IDs
Original birth or marriage certificates
Social Security cards or vehicle titles
Food, drinks, eyeglasses or contacts
Musical or decorated greeting cards
Hard plastic, cardboard or art supplies

Book and publication rules

  • An inmate may keep a maximum of three paperback books in the cell.
  • Books must be sent directly by a publisher or established bookstore.
  • The inmate’s SID must appear on the shipping label.
  • Paperback books must use perfect binding.
  • Hardback, leather-bound and spiral-bound books are prohibited.
  • Amazon orders must arrive through USPS, UPS or FedEx—not Amazon Same Day contract delivery.
  • Publications sent directly by family, friends or unapproved vendors are returned.
Mailroom assistance

210-335-6240

Additional mailroom line

210-335-6868

Electronic messages: The Sheriff page lists inmate-purchased message credits at 25 cents per message and photo credits at 50 cents per photo. Messages are typically ready for review within 48 hours.
Money and approved packages

How to deposit money or send a care package

ONLINE DEPOSIT Access Corrections

Create a deposit using the approved Access Corrections system and the inmate’s correct identifying information.

Final action: submit an online trust-fund deposit.
PHONE DEPOSIT 24-hour agents

Call 866-345-1884. The county states that live bilingual agents are available 24/7.

Final action: deposit by telephone.
RETAIL DEPOSIT Cash Pay Today

Use a participating retail location. Call 844-340-2274 to locate a participating site.

Final action: pay at an approved retail counter.
CARE PACKAGE Access SecurePak

Approved food, snack and stationery packages are sent directly through SecurePak.

Phone order: 800-546-6283.
Confirm current custody before paying
Use the exact inmate name
Enter the correct SID number
Review the provider fee before submission
Save the transaction number
Do not mail cash or payment instruments
Payment warning: A deposit does not pay a criminal bond. Trust-fund deposits, commissary purchases, court payments and bonds are separate transactions.
Commissary, package or refund complaint

210-335-5074

Include the inmate’s name and SID in the complaint.

Deposit through Access Corrections Order an approved care package
Record relief

Expunction versus an order of nondisclosure in Texas

Expunction

Expunction is the stronger remedy and can require agencies to remove or destroy eligible arrest records. Eligibility is limited and depends on Texas law and the case outcome.

Order of nondisclosure

Nondisclosure restricts eligible criminal-history information from ordinary public disclosure. Criminal-justice agencies and specified authorized users may retain access.

Situations that may require eligibility review

Arrest followed by no filed charge
Charge dismissed after waiting requirements
Acquittal or qualifying pardon
Identity theft or mistaken arrest
Eligible Class C deferred disposition
Eligible deferred-adjudication case
Eligible misdemeanor conviction
Veterans or specialty-court relief
Collect every case identifier Obtain the SID, SO, CB, arrest date, agency and court case number.
Obtain the complete disposition Confirm whether the charge was rejected, dismissed, acquitted, deferred or resulted in conviction.
Check the exact statute and waiting period Similar-looking cases can have different eligibility because of the charge and criminal history.
Identify the proper remedy Do not file for expunction when nondisclosure is the legally available remedy, or vice versa.
File in the court with jurisdiction Relief requires the correct petition, parties, service and court order.
Verify agency compliance After relief is granted, recheck the court, DPS and local agency records and dispute stale private reports.
Legal caution: Eligibility rules are detailed and change through legislation and appellate decisions. Court clerks cannot give legal advice. Use a qualified Texas attorney or legal-aid resource for case-specific analysis.
Contact directory

Call the office that controls the information

Bexar County arrest, jail and court contacts
Office or service Phone Use it for
Inmate and bond information 210-335-6201 Charges, bond amounts, custody and warrant information.
Urgent suicidal ideation report 210-335-5670 Urgent concern about a person in jail.
Sheriff Central Records 210-335-6302 Reports, local checks, criminal histories and research questions.
BCSO Judicial Services 210-335-6030 / 210-335-6050 Criminal warrant and judicial-services information.
County Clerk Criminal Filing 210-335-2238 Misdemeanor court cases and County Court at Law records.
District Clerk Criminal Operations 210-335-2591 Felony background checks, indictments and felony copies.
Video Visitation Staff 210-335-8270 Facility visitation questions and concerns.
ICSolutions 888-646-9437 Registration, scheduling and technical support.
Jail mailroom 210-335-6240 / 210-335-6868 Mail delivery, rejection and addressing questions.
Commissary and package complaints 210-335-5074 Orders, care packages, commissary and refund complaints.
Map and directions

Bexar County Adult Detention Center

Adult Detention Center
200 N. Comal Street
San Antonio, TX 78207
Before traveling

Confirm custody, the correct service entrance, public hours, parking and whether an appointment is required.

Do not travel solely because an online status appears current. Housing, release and transfer information can change during court and jail processing.
Final live actions

Official portals needed to complete a search or request

Use these only for the final live action
Action Use it when Official destination
Search criminal cases You need misdemeanor, felony, hearing, bail or public fugitive information. Justice Information Portal
Find a recent arrest The arrest may still be in magistration or early booking. Central Magistrate Search
Check seven-day jail activity You need recent BCSO booking activity. Jail Activity Reports
Submit Sheriff records request You need an incident, arrest or body-camera record. BCSO GovQA portal
Schedule jail visit Custody and eligibility have been confirmed. ICSolutions
Deposit inmate funds The inmate name and SID have been verified. Access Corrections
Frequently asked questions

Bexar County arrest-record questions answered

How do I search Bexar County arrest records by name?

Open Smart Search in the Justice Information Portal and enter the name in Last, First Middle format. Use an asterisk wildcard when part of the name is uncertain.

Do I need an account to search the Bexar Justice Portal?

No. The official user guide states that registration is not required for public access.

How long do recent jail reports stay online?

The Sheriff keeps Jail Activity Reports online for a maximum of seven days.

Why is a new arrest not appearing?

The person may still be undergoing identification, booking or magistration. Data can be incomplete while the defendant moves through the process.

What phone number gives Bexar County inmate and bond information?

Call 210-335-6201 with the full legal name and date of birth.

Who keeps Bexar County misdemeanor records?

The County Clerk maintains misdemeanor cases filed in the County Courts at Law. Criminal Central Filing can be reached at 210-335-2238.

Who keeps Bexar County felony records?

The District Clerk maintains felony District Court records. Criminal Operations can be reached at 210-335-2591.

How much is a felony background check?

The District Clerk currently lists a $5 charge for a Bexar County felony background check.

How much are felony record copies?

The District Clerk currently lists both plain and certified felony copies at $1 per page.

Are Sheriff offense reports free?

The published Central Records fee schedule lists offense and incident reports at no cost.

How do I request a mugshot?

Use the BCSO Central Records mugshot-request instructions and provide the full name, SID or date of birth.

Can I search every Bexar County warrant online?

No. The portal guide states that detailed warrant-number searching is limited to authorized agencies and justice partners. Public users can search the related case and contact Judicial Services.

What payments are accepted for a cash bond?

BCSO states that a cashier’s check or money order for the full amount is required. It must be payable to Bexar County Sheriff’s Office. Cash, traveler’s checks and personal checks are not accepted.

What is the personal-bond fee?

The fee is $20 or 3% of the bond amount, whichever is greater, unless the court reduces or waives it for good cause.

Can I mail money to an inmate?

No. Do not place cash, money orders or cashier’s checks in ordinary inmate mail. Use Access Corrections or another currently approved deposit method.

How many photos can I mail?

No more than six photographs may be placed in an envelope, and photos larger than 5 by 7 inches are prohibited.

Can I mail books directly from home?

No. Eligible paperback books must be sent directly by a publisher or established bookstore and must include the inmate’s SID on the label.

Can a Bexar County arrest be removed from public records?

Some cases qualify for expunction, while others may qualify for nondisclosure. Eligibility depends on the exact charge, disposition, waiting period and criminal history.

Accuracy, identity and legal-use notice

County Arrest Records is an independent informational guide. It is not the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, Central Magistrate, Bexar County Clerk, Bexar County District Clerk, District Attorney, Texas Department of Public Safety or a law firm.

Booking, bond, warrant, court and custody information can change after magistration, prosecutor review, court action, release, transfer, expunction or nondisclosure. Confirm identity with multiple identifiers and obtain the official disposition before making an employment, housing, financial, legal, safety or publication decision.

Every arrested person is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. This guide provides general procedural information and is not legal advice.

Last official-source review: July 14, 2026.

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