Find Bench Warrants in Lubbock County
Lubbock County bench warrants are issued by courts in the largest city on the South Plains of West Texas. With a population around 310,000, the county has an active court system that processes a steady volume of bench warrants. The Lubbock County Sheriff's Office at (806) 775-1400 maintains warrant records and coordinates with the Lubbock Police Department for enforcement. You can check on a bench warrant by calling the sheriff, visiting the courthouse at 904 Broadway in Lubbock, or using the Texas DPS statewide search tool. The county clerk at (806) 775-1076 and district clerk at (806) 775-1023 both keep case files. Getting in front of a bench warrant is always better than waiting to be picked up.
Lubbock County Overview
Lubbock County Sheriff's Office Bench Warrants
The Lubbock County Sheriff's Office handles bench warrant records for the county. When a judge in Lubbock issues a bench warrant, the order goes to the sheriff for service. Deputies log the warrant and enter it into the Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunications System. That makes it visible to any officer in the state.
Call (806) 775-1400 to ask about an active bench warrant. Provide the full name and date of birth. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Lubbock County Courthouse, 904 Broadway, Lubbock, TX 79401.
The Lubbock County Sheriff's Office coordinates with the Lubbock Police Department for city warrant enforcement. The office maintains an inmate search system that may show warrant status for people already in custody. The department participates in regional task forces for fugitive apprehension across the South Plains area.
Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 15, arrest warrants and supporting sworn statements are public records. You have a right to inquire about them during regular business hours.
| Office | Lubbock County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address |
Lubbock County Courthouse 904 Broadway, Lubbock, TX 79401 |
| Phone | (806) 775-1400 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | co.lubbock.tx.us |
How to Look Up Lubbock County Bench Warrants
There are several ways to check for bench warrants in Lubbock County. The quickest is to call the sheriff's office. You can also contact the Lubbock County Clerk at (806) 775-1076 for county court records or the District Clerk at (806) 775-1023 for district court files.
For a statewide search that includes Lubbock County, use the Texas DPS Criminal History name search tool. The DPS Computerized Criminal History system pulls in arrest data and warrant info from Lubbock County law enforcement. A fee applies for full reports. You can also check the Texas Courts website for case information from courts across the state.
The Lubbock Police Department also maintains municipal court warrants for city cases. If your warrant is from a city court, you may need to contact the municipal court directly. For county-level bench warrants, the sheriff's office and clerk offices are the right places to check.
The DPS Crime Records Service offers background check services that include warrant data from Lubbock County and every other county in Texas.
Note: Warrant records change daily as new bench warrants are issued and old ones get cleared in Lubbock County courts.
Bench Warrants in Lubbock County Courts
A bench warrant is a court order for your arrest. The name comes from the judge's bench. In Lubbock County, judges issue bench warrants when someone skips a court date, ignores a court order, or does not pay fines on time. It is not the same as a regular arrest warrant. A bench warrant comes from a case that already exists in the court system.
Lubbock County courts issue two main kinds of bench warrants. The first is for failure to appear. If you miss your hearing in a criminal or civil case, the judge can issue a bench warrant that same day. The second type is a capias pro fine, issued under Article 45A.259 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure when someone does not pay court fines. Both types go to the sheriff for service.
Once a bench warrant is active, it stays on file until it is resolved. There is no expiration date. Lubbock County bench warrants show up during traffic stops, background checks, and any other contact with law enforcement in Texas.
Lubbock County Bench Warrant Records Access
Public records in Lubbock County are available through several offices at the courthouse in Lubbock. The District Clerk handles felony case files. The County Clerk handles misdemeanor records and county court files. Justice of the Peace courts keep their own records for Class C offenses.
The Lubbock County website provides contact details for the courts and clerk offices. Below is a look at a resource for searching Lubbock County bench warrant records.
The Texas Department of Public Safety maintains a statewide portal that includes Lubbock County warrant records. Full criminal history reports do cost a fee, but the DPS system is one of the most thorough databases for warrant information in Texas.
Under Texas law, bench warrant records are public. The Texas Public Information Act lets you request copies of court records from Lubbock County offices. The Texas Attorney General's office has also run statewide warrant enforcement operations that include counties across Texas.
Resolving Lubbock County Bench Warrants
You have options for resolving a bench warrant in Lubbock County. The best first step is to talk to a lawyer. An attorney can sometimes get the warrant recalled before you have to turn yourself in by filing a motion to withdraw the warrant and asking the judge for a new court date.
If you decide to handle it yourself, you can turn yourself in at the Lubbock County jail. Bring identification. You will be booked and processed. For misdemeanor bench warrants, you may be able to post bond and leave the same day. For felony bench warrants from district court, bond amounts are higher and the process takes longer.
For capias pro fine warrants in Lubbock County, you may clear the warrant by paying the full fine or setting up a payment plan. Some judges will accept community service in place of fines, especially if you can show financial hardship. The penalties for failure to appear in Texas can include extra fines and even a separate criminal charge.
Note: Ignoring a Lubbock County bench warrant can lead to arrest at any time and may also result in a driver's license hold through the Texas Omni program.
Cities in Lubbock County
Lubbock County includes several cities and towns. The following cities have their own pages with more details on local bench warrant procedures and resources.
Nearby Counties
If you are not sure where your case was filed, check the surrounding counties. A bench warrant is tied to the court that issued it, not where you live now.