Warrant records are considered public information in Webb County, Texas, pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act (Texas Government Code Chapter 552). This legislation establishes the presumption that government records, including warrants, are accessible to the public unless specifically exempted by law. The Act serves to promote governmental transparency and accountability through public access to official records.
The Webb County Sheriff's Office maintains warrant records as part of its official duties in law enforcement. These records document the legal authorization for law enforcement to take specific actions against individuals alleged to have violated the law. Public access to these records serves multiple civic purposes, including:
• Ensuring transparency in law enforcement operations • Allowing individuals to verify their own legal status • Providing information that may be necessary for employment background checks • Supporting the public's right to information about government activities
Certain warrant information may be temporarily restricted if disclosure would interfere with an active investigation or compromise public safety, as provided under § 552.108 of the Texas Government Code.
Warrant records maintained by Webb County authorities typically contain standardized information as required by Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 15. Standard elements included in Webb County warrant records are:
• Full legal name of the subject (including aliases when known) • Physical description (height, weight, race, gender, distinguishing features) • Date of birth and/or approximate age • Last known address • Nature of the alleged offense and relevant statute • Case or docket number • Date of issuance • Issuing court information • Bond amount (if applicable) • Status of the warrant (active, served, or recalled)
The level of detail may vary depending on the type of warrant issued. Arrest warrants typically contain more comprehensive information than bench warrants or capias warrants. All warrant information is maintained in accordance with Texas records retention schedules as established by the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.
Members of the public seeking to determine the existence of warrants may utilize several no-cost resources provided by Webb County authorities. The following methods are available for conducting free warrant searches:
• In-person inquiry at the Webb County Sheriff's Office, located at 902 Victoria Street, Laredo, TX 78040. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Telephone inquiry to the Webb County Sheriff's Office Warrants Division at (956) 523-4500. Callers should be prepared to provide identifying information to facilitate the search.
• Visiting the Webb County Justice Center at 1110 Victoria Street, Laredo, TX 78040, where public access terminals may be available for searching court records during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM).
• Attending scheduled court appearances, during which warrant status may be disclosed.
Pursuant to Texas Administrative Code Title 1, Part 3, Chapter 70, requestors seeking warrant information should be prepared to provide sufficient identifying information to ensure accurate results. The Sheriff's Office may require verification of identity before releasing certain information to protect privacy interests.
The Webb County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for executing warrants within the county's jurisdiction. Sheriff warrants are issued under the authority granted by Article 15.01 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure, which authorizes peace officers to execute warrants for the arrest of persons accused of criminal offenses.
The Sheriff's Office maintains a dedicated Warrants Division that processes and executes various types of warrants, including:
• Arrest warrants for criminal offenses • Bench warrants for failure to appear in court • Capias warrants for probation violations • Search warrants for property investigations • Civil warrants related to court orders
The Webb County Sheriff's Office Warrants Division operates from the main Sheriff's Office headquarters:
Webb County Sheriff's Office 902 Victoria Street Laredo, TX 78040 (956) 523-4500 Webb County Sheriff's Office
The execution of warrants follows strict procedural guidelines as established in the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapters 15-18. Deputies must identify themselves, state their purpose, and present the warrant when making an arrest. The Sheriff's Office maintains records of all warrant executions, which become part of the public record once the warrant has been served.
Individuals seeking to determine if they are subject to an active warrant in Webb County may utilize several official channels to obtain this information. The Webb County judicial system maintains current warrant information through the following resources:
• The Webb County Sheriff's Office Warrant Division provides warrant verification services during regular business hours at 902 Victoria Street, Laredo, TX 78040. Individuals may appear in person with valid identification to inquire about their warrant status.
• The Webb County Clerk's Office maintains court records that may indicate the issuance of warrants. The office is located at 1110 Victoria Street, Suite 201, Laredo, TX 78040 and operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Telephone inquiries may be directed to the Sheriff's Office at (956) 523-4500. Callers should be prepared to provide full name, date of birth, and other identifying information.
• The Webb County Justice of the Peace courts may provide information regarding warrants issued from their respective courts. Contact information for each precinct is available through the county website.
Individuals with active warrants are advised that appearing at law enforcement facilities may result in immediate arrest. Legal counsel may be consulted prior to making such inquiries. Pursuant to Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 15.17, persons arrested under warrant must be brought before a magistrate without unnecessary delay.
Webb County maintains systems for tracking outstanding warrants through its judicial and law enforcement databases. Members of the public seeking information about outstanding warrants may access this information through established channels in accordance with the Texas Public Information Act.
The following methods are available for checking outstanding warrant status:
• Direct inquiry at the Webb County Sheriff's Office Records Division at 902 Victoria Street, Laredo, TX 78040. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Written requests submitted to the Webb County Clerk's Office at 1110 Victoria Street, Suite 201, Laredo, TX 78040. Requests should include sufficient identifying information to facilitate an accurate search.
• Verification through the appropriate court of jurisdiction where the case originated. The Webb County District Court is located at 1110 Victoria Street, Laredo, TX 78040.
• Authorized third-party background check services that access public records databases.
Pursuant to Texas Government Code § 552.023, individuals have a right to be informed about information collected about themselves by governmental bodies. However, certain procedural requirements must be followed, including proper identification verification.
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