Duval County Inmate Search
Duval County arrest records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office in San Diego, the county seat of this South Texas county. The county jail processes approximately 1,620 offenders annually and maintains an average daily population of around 81 inmates. Booking records are public under Texas law and include names, charges, dates, and bond information. This page explains how to search the Duval County jail roster, how to request records, and what state-level resources apply to arrests in this county.
Duval County Sheriff's Office and Jail
The Duval County Jail is at 401 E. Collins Avenue, San Diego, TX 78384. Call 361-279-3351 to reach the jail directly, 24 hours a day. The Duval County Sheriff's Department oversees jail operations and all law enforcement in the county. Duval County is in South Texas, and the jail sees a steady flow of bookings given the county's location and the regional law enforcement activity in the area.
The jail processes about 1,620 offenders per year with an average daily population of 81 inmates. The weekly turnover rate runs around 55%, which means more than half of inmates cycle in and out each week. This reflects both the volume of short-term holds and the fact that many people post bond quickly after booking. Mail to inmates should be sent to: Inmate's Full Name and Inmate ID, Duval County Jail, PO Box 547, San Diego, TX 78384. Legal mail uses the same address with proper identification.
You can search for an inmate in Duval County by using the online inmate search tool, calling the jail at 361-279-3351, or using VINELink. In-person visits to the jail are also an option during normal visitation hours.
Inmate Search Tools
Several options exist for finding Duval County inmates. The Duval County inmate search is available online and lets you look up current inmates by name. The jail also maintains a public roster with booking details. Calling the jail at 361-279-3351 is another fast option and works around the clock.
VINELink is available for Duval County and lets you search and register for custody notifications by name or jail ID. The toll-free line is 877-894-8463. Set up notifications to receive alerts by call, text, or email when an inmate is released or moved. This service is free and funded through the state.
For inmates in the Texas state prison system, use the TDCJ offender search. Anyone sentenced to state prison from Duval County will be in that system after they are transferred from the county jail.
Court Records in Duval County
Duval County criminal court records are at the courthouse in San Diego, maintained by the County Clerk and District Clerk. Felony cases go to the district court. Misdemeanors are handled in the County Court. Court records are public and contain case filings, hearing information, plea entries, and final judgments. They tell you what happened after an arrest, including whether the case ended in conviction, dismissal, or acquittal.
Contact the Duval County Clerk's office to request specific case records. You can visit in person or request by mail. Case records that resulted in convictions also appear in the Texas DPS statewide criminal history database, making them searchable statewide. Records that were expunged by court order are removed from public access.
Statewide Search Resources
The Texas DPS Criminal History Search provides statewide conviction records for $3 per search. It covers all Texas counties including Duval and is a solid tool when you need a broader look at someone's criminal history. Results are available online quickly after payment. The system covers convictions and some arrest information depending on the case outcome.
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards oversees county jail operations across the state. Duval County Jail is inspected and regulated by TCJS. Their site has contact information and standards documentation for all Texas county jails.
Note: Texas law requires agencies to respond to public records requests within 10 business days. Submit your request in writing to the Sheriff's Office for a formal response with any applicable fee information.
Requesting Duval County Records
Write to the Duval County Sheriff's Office at the county address in San Diego, TX 78384. For inmate mail, use PO Box 547. For public records requests, address your letter to the Sheriff's Office and include the name, approximate date, and type of records you need. For court records, contact the Duval County Clerk. For statewide criminal history, use the Texas DPS online portal at $3 per search.
The Duval County Jail inmate search provides online access to current roster information. The image below was captured from this source and shows the search interface for Duval County inmate records, including the jail's contact details and search options.
Use the online inmate search tool or call the Duval County Jail at 361-279-3351 to find current booking information any time of day.
Cities in Duval County
San Diego is the county seat and largest city in Duval County, Texas. It is separate from San Diego, California, and is a small South Texas community. San Diego does not meet the 100,000-population threshold for a standalone city page. All arrest records and inmate information for San Diego residents are handled through the Duval County Sheriff's Office resources listed here.
Nearby Counties
Duval County is in South Texas surrounded by other rural South Texas counties. For arrest records in neighboring areas, see: Webb County, Jim Wells County, Brooks County, Hidalgo County, Zapata County, and Jim Hogg County.