Search Upshur County Arrest Records
Upshur County arrest records are kept by the Sheriff's Office at the Upshur County Justice Center in Gilmer, Texas. The public can access the jail roster, look up inmate booking details, and submit requests for formal arrest records. This page explains how to find Upshur County arrest records through official local and state sources.
Upshur County Sheriff's Office Records
Sheriff Larry Webb oversees the Upshur County Sheriff's Office, located at the Upshur County Justice Center at 405 North Titus, Gilmer, TX 75644. The office can be reached by phone at (903) 843-2541 or by fax at 903-843-2368. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. The Sheriff's Office is the primary custodian of all arrest records, booking logs, and inmate data for Upshur County.
When you call the Sheriff's Office, staff can provide basic information about whether a person is currently in custody and what charges they face. For formal copies of reports, you will need to submit a written public information request. The agency operates under the Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552), which gives the office up to 10 business days to respond to your request.
The Upshur County Sheriff's page on the official county website has updated contact information and any notices about records access. It is the best starting point for confirming hours and current procedures before visiting in person. Results include mugshots, names, race, gender, arrest dates, release dates, charge descriptions, and bond type and amount. This is one of the more detailed roster tools available for Upshur County. You can search by name or booking number to locate a specific individual.
To schedule a visit or send mail or money to an inmate, call the jail at (903) 843-2541. The staff can walk you through the current visitation schedule and mail policy. Upshur County Jail is located at the same address as the Sheriff's Office, 405 Titus Street, Gilmer, TX 75644.
A second source is upshurcountyjail.org, which also pulls booking data and inmate roster information from the Upshur County facility. This site provides current custody status and additional inmate details. Note that third-party sites may not reflect real-time changes, so confirm directly with the jail if accuracy is critical.
Note: Inmate data on third-party sites is sourced from official records but may lag by a few hours during high-volume booking periods.
Arrest Record Details in Upshur County
Upshur County arrest records document every step of the booking process. A standard record includes the date and time of arrest, the full name and physical description of the person booked, the arresting agency and officer, the charges filed, bond amounts, and in many cases the booking photo. These records are public under Texas law unless they fall into one of the exempt categories defined by state statute.
Records tied to juvenile arrests, open criminal investigations, or sensitive witness information may be withheld in part or in full. If your request is denied or partially fulfilled, you have the right to ask for a written explanation citing the specific statutory exemption. You may also seek a ruling from the Texas Attorney General's Open Records Division if you believe a denial is improper.
State Resources for Upshur County Records
When someone is convicted and transferred to a state prison, their record moves from the county level to the state level. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice Inmate Search tracks all individuals housed in state correctional facilities. You can search by name, TDCJ number, or State ID. This is distinct from the Upshur County Jail roster, which only covers locally housed individuals.
For a statewide criminal history report, the Texas DPS Criminal History Search offers a $3 name-based search. It compiles data from law enforcement agencies across Texas, including Upshur County, and shows charges and dispositions. This is a useful tool if you need a broader view of someone's record across multiple jurisdictions.
Use VINELink or call 877-894-8463 to register for custody alerts. VINELink notifies you when an inmate's status changes, whether through release, transfer, or another event. Registration is free and available to anyone, not just crime victims.
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS) regulates Upshur County Jail along with every other county jail in Texas. TCJS sets operational standards, conducts annual inspections, and investigates complaints. If you have concerns about the facility, contact TCJS directly.
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The Texas Department of Criminal Justice maintains state-level records for Upshur County inmates who move from local custody into the state prison system.
Combining TDCJ data with local Upshur County jail records gives you the most complete picture of someone's custody history in Texas.
Cities in Upshur County
Upshur County contains the city of Gilmer as its county seat, along with smaller communities such as Big Sandy, Ore City, and Union Grove. None of these cities reach the population threshold for individual city pages on this site. All arrest records and inmate information for cities within Upshur County are managed through the Sheriff's Office in Gilmer. Use the county-level resources on this page for any city in Upshur County.
Nearby Counties
Upshur County sits in East Texas and borders several other counties. For arrest records in neighboring areas, visit Gregg County, Rusk County, Panola County, Harrison County, Smith County, and Wood County.