Bastrop County Arrest Records
Bastrop County arrest records are public documents maintained by the Sheriff's Office at 200 Jackson Street in Bastrop. The county provides several ways to access these records, including an online inmate search, phone inquiries, in-person requests, and written submissions. This page explains all the main options for searching Bastrop County arrest records and how to get the specific documents you need.
Bastrop County Sheriff's Office
The Bastrop County Sheriff's Office is located at 200 Jackson Street, Bastrop, TX 78602. Sheriff Maurice Cook leads the department. The main phone number is (512) 549-5100. The Records Division handles all public information requests for arrest reports, incident reports, and jail records during regular business hours.
The Sheriff's Office provides an online inmate lookup system through the county website. You can search by the subject's name to find anyone currently in custody at the Bastrop County Jail. Results show basic custody information including charges and bond amounts. The system is updated regularly and is available 24 hours a day.
You can also report crime tips by email to bcso.intel@co.bastrop.tx.us. The Sheriff's Office provides online reporting for certain non-emergency incidents, which can be convenient for minor property crimes and similar matters.
Bastrop County Jail Visitation
Bastrop County Jail visitation hours are Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM for general population inmates. Special Housing Units operate on different schedules. All visitors must present valid government-issued identification and be pre-approved for visitation by the inmate.
For phone inquiries about a specific inmate, call the jail at (512) 549-5100. You can receive limited information including confirmation of custody status, the charges the person is facing, and the current bond amount.
How to Request Bastrop County Arrest Records
Bastrop County provides four main ways to access inmate and arrest records. Online, visit the Sheriff's Office website and navigate to the inmate search section, then enter the subject's name, date of birth, or booking number. For in-person requests, go to 200 Jackson Street during business hours, complete a public information request form, show valid ID, and pay any applicable fees. For written requests, prepare a letter specifying what records you want and mail it to: Bastrop County Sheriff's Office, Records Division, 200 Jackson Street, Bastrop, TX 78602. For basic phone inquiries, call the jail at (512) 549-5100 and provide the person's name.
Under Texas Government Code Chapter 552, the agency must respond to your request within 10 business days. Fees for copies are set by the state and will be disclosed upfront if they apply to your request.
Bastrop County Court Records
The Bastrop County Public Access portal allows you to search court records for criminal, civil, family, and probate cases. You can search by name, case number, or date range. The portal provides party information, case status, hearing dates, and document listings for cases filed in Bastrop County courts. Some documents are available to view online. Others require an in-person request at the courthouse. The portal is available 24 hours a day at no cost.
State Arrest Record Resources
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice Inmate Search covers Bastrop County residents who have been convicted and sent to state prison. The Texas DPS Criminal History Search provides statewide arrest and conviction data for $3 per name. The VINELink system (toll-free: 877-894-8463) sends automated custody status alerts. The Texas Commission on Jail Standards inspects and certifies the Bastrop County Jail annually.
The Bastrop County Sheriff's Office website provides access to the inmate search portal, public records request forms, and information about jail services for families and the public.
The county website is the primary gateway for all public records requests and inmate lookup services in Bastrop County.
Cities in Bastrop County
Bastrop is the county seat and largest city in Bastrop County, with a population of around 10,000. The county is part of the Austin metro area and has grown significantly in recent years. Other cities include Smithville, Cedar Creek, Elgin, and Rosanky. None of these cities reaches the 100,000-person threshold for a dedicated city page. Arrest records for all Bastrop County communities run through the Sheriff's Office in Bastrop.
Nearby Counties
Bastrop County is in Central Texas, east of Austin. Neighboring counties include Travis County, Caldwell County, Gonzales County, Fayette County, Lee County, and Williamson County. Austin in Travis County and Round Rock in Williamson County are nearby qualifying cities.