Criminal Records in Borden County

Borden County criminal records are held by the combined District and County Clerk office in Gail, the county seat. Borden is one of the least populated counties in Texas, so both felony and misdemeanor records are managed through a single clerk office. If you need to find a criminal case, check an arrest record, or look up a court disposition for a case filed in Borden County, this page covers the main sources and how to reach each office. The Texas DPS statewide system also holds Borden County conviction data for people who want a broader search.

Borden County Clerk - Felony and Misdemeanor Records

In Borden County, one office handles both district court and county court records. That is standard for very small Texas counties where the case volume does not justify separate offices. The clerk keeps all felony criminal case files from district court, including indictments, plea agreements, judgments, and sentencing orders. Misdemeanor records from county court are also kept here. Both offices share the same mailing address in Gail.

To look up a Borden County criminal case, you can contact the clerk by mail or visit in person. Staff can search by defendant name or cause number. Records that predate electronic filing may only exist in paper form, so older cases may need a direct in-person request. Fees for certified copies are set by Texas law. The clerk can tell you the current per-page and certification rates when you call or write.

The Borden County official site provides contact details for the clerk's office and other county departments. Use it to confirm current hours and mailing information before sending a records request.

The co.borden.tx.us site is the county's official online presence and lists current contact information for the clerk who handles Borden County criminal records.

Searching Borden County Criminal Records Online

Borden County does not have its own public online case search tool. The county is very small, and online case portals are typically found in larger Texas counties. Your best option for online access is the statewide re:SearchTX system. If the Borden County court uses e-filing, some case records may appear there. Documents through re:SearchTX cost 10 cents per page, capped at $6 per document.

If you cannot find what you need online, call or write the clerk's office in Gail. The office can do a lookup by name or case number and let you know what is on file. This is often the fastest path for Borden County cases given the low case volume and limited online availability.

Note: Older Borden County criminal records may only exist in paper files at the courthouse. Electronic records are more complete for recent years.

Borden County Sheriff - Arrest and Jail Records

The Borden County Sheriff's Office holds arrest records and jail booking information. When someone is arrested in Borden County, the Sheriff processes the booking. Arrest records list charges at the time of arrest, bond details, and booking dates. These records show what was alleged when the arrest occurred. The final court outcome may be different from the initial charges, so always check both the Sheriff and the clerk if you want the full picture.

The Sheriff's Office shares a mailing address with the clerk in Gail. In a county this small, the agencies work closely together. For current custody status or basic booking information, contact the Sheriff's Office directly. They can tell you if a person is currently in jail or has been released.

Texas DPS Criminal History - Borden County

Borden County courts report criminal convictions and deferred adjudications to the Texas Department of Public Safety. Those records are added to the statewide Computerized Criminal History (CCH) database. You can search the CCH through the DPS public name-based search at publicsite.dps.texas.gov. The search costs $3 per name and returns only convictions and deferred adjudications. Arrests without a conviction do not appear in public DPS results.

Fingerprint-based checks through IdentoGO's FAST program give more complete results. These are used when a thorough background check is needed. Appointments can be made online or by calling 1-888-467-2080. The DPS sex offender registry at publicsite.dps.texas.gov/SexOffenderRegistry also covers registered offenders in Borden County, with photos and current address information.

Expunction of Borden County Criminal Records

Texas law gives eligible people a path to clear certain criminal records through expunction or nondisclosure. Expunction under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 55 applies to cases that ended in acquittal, pardon, or qualifying dismissal. You file the expunction petition in the district court where the arrest took place. For Borden County arrests, that is the district court in Gail.

Cases that do not meet expunction standards may qualify for an order of nondisclosure under Texas Government Code Section 411. Nondisclosure seals the record from public view but does not destroy it. Deferred adjudication cases are the typical candidates. Serious felonies and sex offenses are excluded from nondisclosure. Waiting periods range from zero to five or more years depending on the offense. The Borden County clerk's office can provide the forms needed to start the process.

Cities in Borden County

Nearby Counties

These counties surround Borden County. Each has its own court system and clerk for criminal records.