Hood County Criminal History Search
Criminal history records in Hood County go through three main offices in Granbury: the District Clerk for felony cases, the County Clerk for misdemeanor cases, and the Sheriff's Office for arrest records. All three offices operate under the Texas Public Information Act, which means most records are available to the public. You can search for case information online or visit the courthouse in person to get certified copies.
Hood County Overview
Hood County District Court Records
For felony cases in Hood County, the District Clerk is the right office to contact. The 355th District Court handles serious criminal matters, and the District Clerk maintains all case files, judgments, and court orders. Records of felony convictions are kept permanently under state records retention rules.
Records searches at the District Clerk's office in Granbury can be done in person or by written request. Staff can look up felony cases by defendant name or cause number. Certified copies of judgments, indictments, and other documents are available. Fees are set by Texas law and collected at the time of the request.
Under Texas law, the District Clerk is required to report all felony dispositions to the Texas DPS Crime Records Service. This reporting links Hood County court records to the statewide criminal history system maintained by the Department of Public Safety.
| Office | Hood County District Clerk |
|---|---|
| Court | 355th District Court |
| County Site | Hood County Official Website |
Misdemeanor Criminal Records in Hood County
Misdemeanor records in Hood County are held by the County Clerk, who serves as the court clerk for the County Court. Class A misdemeanors include offenses like assault and theft. Class B misdemeanors include offenses like possession of marijuana under two ounces and first-offense DWI. All these records are kept in the County Clerk's office.
County Clerk records are public under the Texas Public Information Act. You can request a records search from the County Clerk. Class C misdemeanor cases are not held here. Those minor offenses go through Justice of the Peace courts or city municipal courts and are kept separately.
| Office | Hood County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Records Held | Class A and B Misdemeanors |
| County Site | Hood County Official Website |
Hood County Sheriff Arrest Records
For arrest records in Hood County, contact the Sheriff's Office. The Sheriff maintains arrest and booking records for incidents that occur in the county's unincorporated areas. They also operate the county jail and keep logs of all persons booked, held, and released.
The Sheriff's Office runs the Hood County Jail and keeps complete booking records for everyone taken into custody. This includes the charges, bond conditions, and disposition of the jail stay. Warrant records and civil process records are also kept by the Sheriff.
The Texas Public Information Act gives you the right to request arrest records from the Hood County Sheriff's Office. Most arrest logs and closed case incident reports are public. Some records, including those involving juveniles or active investigations, may require more time or may not be releasable.
Hood County Official Records
The Hood County official website provides access to criminal history records portal.
The county website provides contact information and links for the District Clerk, County Clerk, and Sheriff's Office.
Hood County Official Records
The Hood County official website provides access to criminal history records portal.
The county website provides contact information and links for the District Clerk, County Clerk, and Sheriff's Office.
Hood County Official Records
The Hood County official website provides access to criminal history records portal.
The county website provides contact information and links for the District Clerk, County Clerk, and Sheriff's Office.
Hood County Official Records
The Hood County official website provides access to criminal history records portal.
The county website provides contact information and links for the District Clerk, County Clerk, and Sheriff's Office.
Texas Statewide Criminal History Search
Criminal records from Hood County are part of the statewide Texas Computerized Criminal History database. The Texas DPS Crime Records Division maintains the CCH system, which collects arrest and conviction data from all 254 Texas counties.
The DPS CCH system covers arrests and dispositions statewide. Public access is available through name-based searches. A fingerprint-based search provides a more complete record and is used for background checks by authorized agencies. The DPS Crime Records Division handles both types of requests.
The re:SearchTX portal is the Texas court system's public case search tool. It includes Hood County district and county court records along with cases from courts across the state. Search by defendant name or cause number to find case status and hearing dates.
Note: Not all older records are in the online system. For records before the 1990s, in-person requests to the county clerk or district clerk may be needed.
Texas Laws Governing Criminal Records
Texas law governs access to criminal history records in Hood County and every other county in the state. Government Code Chapter 411 controls criminal history access. The Public Information Act (Chapter 552) gives the public the right to request government records, including court documents and arrest logs.
Most court records in Hood County are public. Exceptions include sealed records, juvenile records, and records that have been expunged. Under Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Chapter 66, a court can order records expunged, which removes them from public access.
Offense classification under Texas Penal Code Chapter 12 determines which court handled a case. First degree through state jail felonies are in District Court. Class A and B misdemeanors are in County Court. Class C misdemeanors are in Justice of the Peace or municipal courts. This classification tells you which clerk's office to contact.
If you need guidance on what records are available or how to request them, the Texas Attorney General's Open Government Division provides free information on public records rights under the Texas Public Information Act.
Offender Records and TDCJ
The Texas Department of Criminal Justice maintains records for people who were sentenced to state prison after felony convictions in Hood County or elsewhere in Texas. Their online offender search lets you look up current and former inmates by name.
The Hood County Jail, operated by the Sheriff's Office, is separate from state prisons. County jail holds people awaiting trial or serving short sentences. State prison, run by TDCJ, holds people convicted of felonies and sentenced to longer terms. Records from the two systems are maintained separately.
Cities in Hood County
Hood County includes Granbury and several smaller communities. All criminal cases from cities and unincorporated areas in Hood County are handled by the county court system in Granbury.
Nearby Counties
Hood County borders several other Texas counties. If you are unsure which county has the records you need, check the location where the incident or case occurred.