Search Dallas Arrest Records
Dallas arrest records are public under Texas law and cover booking details, charges, bond information, and custody status for individuals arrested in the city. The Dallas Police Department and Dallas County Sheriff's Office both maintain searchable records. Online tools let you find current inmates at the county jail, review court filings, and request copies of offense reports from the police department.
Dallas County Jail and Inmate Records
Most Dallas arrest records flow through Dallas County. After the Dallas Police Department arrests someone, they are booked at the Dallas County Jail system. The main facility is the Lew Sterrett Justice Center at 111 W. Commerce Street, Dallas, TX 75202. It holds over 7,100 inmates and is one of the largest urban detention centers in Texas.
The Dallas County Sheriff's Office maintains the Jail Lookup System, which lets you search by name, birthdate, ethnicity, or gender, as well as booking numbers and case references. The online portal covers current detainees and recently released individuals across multiple facilities including the North Tower, South Tower, and Suzanne Lee Kays Detention Facility. Call the 24/7 Inmate Information Line at (214) 761-9025 for phone-based inquiries.
Under Texas law, mandatory public disclosure for inmate records includes name, ID number, age, physical traits, offense information, and release dates. The Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552, Texas Government Code) governs these disclosures. Section 552.029 specifically lists the information that must be released on request.
Dallas Police Department Records
The Dallas Police Department headquarters is at 1400 S. Lamar Street, Dallas, TX. The main phone is 214-671-3001. DPD made roughly 51,000 arrests in 2023, with top offenses including drug infractions, property violations, and public order breaches. The department maintains detailed crime logs and arrest summaries on their site for public transparency.
For anonymous tips on crimes, use Crime Stoppers at 1-877-373-TIPS (8477). DPD also provides online crime reporting for non-emergency incidents through their website. Offense reports and arrest records can be requested through the department's public information process.
The Dallas City Detention Center at 1600 Chestnut Street, Dallas, TX 75226, phone (214) 670-3999, handles initial processing for some city-level arrests. The City of Dallas website provides online tools for warrant searches and municipal court information.
Dallas Municipal and District Court Records
Dallas Municipal Court handles Class C misdemeanors, traffic offenses, and city ordinance violations. These records are separate from county court filings. For felony cases, the Dallas County District Clerk maintains criminal court records. Their Records Information Office is at 133 N. Riverfront Blvd., the Frank Crowley Courts Building, Dallas, TX 75202. Felony record requests can also go to dcrecordscriminal@dallascounty.org.
The Dallas County Court system provides online case search for court dates, case status, and judicial orders. County courts handle felony criminal cases, civil disputes, and family law matters. Most records are accessible online at no cost. Certified copies require a fee per page.
State Resources Covering Dallas Arrests
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice Inmate Search covers Dallas residents who have been convicted and transferred to state prison. It does not show county jail inmates. Search by last name, TDCJ number, or State ID number. The system shows offenses, facility location, and possible release dates.
For a full criminal history on a Dallas individual, use the Texas DPS Criminal History Search for $3 per name-based inquiry. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division manages the statewide arrest database. Victims can sign up for automated custody alerts through VINELink at 877-894-8463.
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards publishes population and compliance reports for the Dallas County Jail. The Texas Public Information Act gives you the right to request most arrest records, with agencies required to respond within 10 business days.
How to Find Dallas Arrest Records
Start with the Dallas County Sheriff's Office jail lookup for current custody information. It is free and online. For warrant checks, the city's municipal court portal is the right tool. For offense reports, submit a public information request to DPD online or by mail. Fees vary based on document type and volume.
For a verified criminal history, use the DPS name-based search at $3. Court records for felony cases are at the District Clerk's office and can often be viewed online. County misdemeanor court records are with the County Clerk. Both offices accept in-person visits at the Frank Crowley Courts Building.
Note: The daily cost per inmate at Dallas County Jail is approximately $77.49, reflecting a significant county budget commitment to detention operations.
The Dallas Police Department website shown below provides crime logs, arrest records requests, and department transparency reports for Dallas arrest records.
Use the county jail lookup and DPD records portal together to get a complete picture of any Dallas arrest.
Nearby Cities
Dallas County also covers several other qualifying cities with arrest record pages, including Irving, Garland, Mesquite, and Carrollton. Fort Worth is nearby in Tarrant County, and Grand Prairie spans both Dallas and Tarrant counties.