Erath County Arrest Records
Erath County arrest records are public documents held by the Sheriff's Office in Stephenville, Texas. You can search the jail roster online by name or booking number, request official arrest reports, and check inmate status through state tools. This page covers how to find Erath County arrest records, what the jail requires for visits, and where to go for booking data.
Erath County Sheriff and Jail
The Erath County Jail is located at 1043 Glen Rose Road, Stephenville, TX 76401. Phone: 254-965-3221, Fax: 254-965-4090, Email: jaillt@co.erath.tx.us. This is the primary detention facility for the county and the main source of Erath County arrest records. All bookings by the Sheriff's Office and other local agencies in the county flow through this location.
The Erath County Jail website confirms that the facility is at 105 S. 6th St., Stephenville, TX 76401, with a phone of (254) 965-3226. The booking process here includes fingerprinting, mugshots, personal information collection, and a health screening. Once processed, the inmate's record is added to the public roster. Bail amounts are set by judges who consider the nature of the offense and the person's flight risk.
Search the Erath County Jail Roster
The Erath County jail roster is updated regularly with names, booking dates, charges, and bond status. To search the roster, enter the inmate's first and last name or booking number. Mugshots captured during booking are public records and can be requested from the Sheriff's Office. The roster reflects real-time booking activity and is available online through the jail's management system.
The Texas Inmate Search Erath County page also provides access to the current roster and explains what each field in the booking record means. Use this as a supplement to the official jail site if you need help reading the data.
Note: If a person's name does not appear on the roster, they may have been released, transferred to another facility, or not yet fully processed. Call the jail directly at 254-965-3221 to confirm status.
Erath County Jail Visitation Rules
Visitation at Erath County Jail runs seven days a week from 7 am to 9 pm. You must call ahead to schedule a time because visits are handled on a first come, first served basis. Each inmate gets two visits per week, with at least one of those visits required to fall on a weekend. Each visit is 20 minutes. If you want more time, you can request a single 40-minute session when you call to schedule.
All visitors must be disclosed to the jail at the time of scheduling. Valid government-issued photo ID is required at check-in. Children must be attended by an adult at all times and cannot be left unattended in any area of the facility. Do not bring food, drinks, candy, purses, bags, phones, or any electronic items into the visitation area. Hand sanitizer is required upon entry to the facility.
How to Request Erath County Arrest Records
For official copies of arrest reports or incident records, submit a public information request to the Erath County Sheriff's Office. You can do this in person at the jail address or send a written request by mail. Under the Texas Public Information Act (Chapter 552), the office must respond within 10 business days. Include the name, approximate arrest date, and any known case or booking number. Records tied to active investigations may be withheld.
Commissary items are available to inmates through the jail's system. The commissary offers snacks, beverages, personal hygiene products, writing supplies, and extra clothing. Family members can fund a commissary account through approved deposit methods.
State Resources for Erath County Arrest Records
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice Inmate Search is free and covers all TDCJ prisons statewide. Use it to find anyone convicted in Erath County who has been transferred to state custody. The Texas DPS Criminal History Search costs $3 per name and gives you a statewide conviction history. The VINELink notification system lets you register for custody alerts on any Erath County inmate. Call 877-894-8463 to register by phone. The Texas Commission on Jail Standards monitors the Erath County Jail and posts inspection records publicly.
The Erath County Jail official page shows visitation hours, rules, and how to contact the jail for booking information and records requests.
The Erath County jail directory listing provides location details, phone numbers, and visitation rules for the Stephenville facility.
Cities in Erath County
Stephenville is the county seat and largest city in Erath County, home to Tarleton State University. Other communities include Dublin, Thurber, and Lingleville. None of these cities meet the 100,000-population threshold for a dedicated city page. Contact the Erath County Sheriff's Office for arrest records tied to any location in the county.
Nearby Counties
Erath County is in the North Central Texas region. Surrounding counties include Palo Pinto County, Somervell County, Bosque County, Comanche County, Eastland County, and Hood County.