Brown County Arrest Records
Brown County arrest records are public documents maintained by the Sheriff's Department in Brownwood, Texas. You can search the online inmate custody list, look up current inmates, view charges and bond amounts, and submit public records requests for official copies of arrest reports. This page covers how to find Brown County arrest records, what the online roster includes, and which state-level resources support your search.
Brown County Sheriff's Department
The Brown County Sheriff's Department is led by Sheriff Vance Hill. The office is located at 1050 West Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801. Office number is (325) 646-5510, fax is (325) 643-3238, and the jail line is (325) 641-2481. The Sheriff's Department handles all arrest records, incident reports, and jail operations for Brown County.
The department provides an Online Inmate Custody List through the county website, updated regularly to reflect current inmate status. You can search by name to find someone currently in custody. The roster shows each inmate's mugshot, current charges, offense date, bond amount, and bond type. This free tool gives the public quick access to basic booking information without needing to call or visit in person.
Visitation schedules are posted on the website along with the county's open records information request process. If you need a copy of an arrest report or incident file, you will need to submit a formal request rather than simply searching the online roster. The department also provides information about local bail bond companies serving the county, including A Action Bail Bonds at (325) 600-4105 and Nita's Bail Bonds at (325) 646-8474.
Brown County Jail Inmate Lookup
The Brown County Jail at 1050 West Commerce Street, Brownwood, TX 76801 holds inmates arrested by the Sheriff's Department as well as those brought in by Brownwood Police and other agencies operating in the county. To search for a current inmate, visit the county website and access the Online Inmate Custody List from the Sheriff's Department page. You can search by full name or browse the full roster.
Each entry on the roster shows the mugshot, the specific charges filed, the offense date, the bond amount, and the type of bond. Bond types typically include cash bond, surety bond, and personal recognizance. When a bond is posted, the system reflects the updated status. If a person was arrested but is no longer on the active roster, they may have been released on bond, transferred, or placed in state custody. This is a third-party resource and not an official government site, so always verify information directly with the Sheriff's Department or jail.
Note: The online roster is updated regularly but may occasionally lag by a few minutes during active booking periods.
Requesting Arrest Records in Brown County
To get certified copies of arrest reports or other official documents, submit a public information request through the Brown County Sheriff's Department. Requests can be made in person at 1050 West Commerce, Brownwood, TX 76801, or by mailing a written request to the same address. Under the Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552), the agency has 10 business days to respond.
Include as much detail as you can in your request: the subject's full name, date of birth, approximate date of arrest, and any case or booking number you may have. Fees apply for document copies per the state fee schedule. Basic custody status checks are typically free. Juvenile records, active investigation files, and expunged or sealed records are exempt from public release under Texas law.
State Resources for Brown County Arrest Records
Once a Brown County inmate is sentenced and sent to a state facility, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Inmate Search tracks their location and status. This free tool is available around the clock and covers all TDCJ units. The Texas DPS Criminal History Search returns statewide arrest records for $3 per name, useful when you need records beyond Brown County alone.
The VINELink custody notification system (877-894-8463) provides automated alerts when an inmate's status changes at the county jail or a state facility. Family members and victims can register for free notifications. The Texas Commission on Jail Standards publishes inspection reports and compliance data for the Brown County Jail and all other county facilities in Texas.
The Brown County Sheriff's Department website provides the Online Inmate Custody List along with open records request procedures and contact information for the jail.
The Sheriff's Department page includes direct links to the inmate roster and visitation schedule information for the Brown County Jail in Brownwood.
Cities in Brown County
Brownwood is the county seat and largest city in Brown County, with a population of approximately 18,000. Other communities include Early, Bangs, and May. None of the cities in Brown County meet the 100,000-resident threshold for a dedicated city page. For arrest records tied to any specific community in the county, contact the Brown County Sheriff's Department or the relevant city police department directly.
Nearby Counties
Brown County is in Central Texas and borders several adjacent counties. Neighboring counties include Coleman County, Comanche County, Mills County, San Saba County, McCulloch County, and Eastland County. Each county maintains its own Sheriff's Office and public arrest records system.