Criminal Records
The Galvenston County Sheriff's Office processes requests for a variety of reports, including incident reports and arrest reports. Residents can obtain records in person by visiting the station or send a request by mail. The office also publishes an online list of sex offenders registered in the county. It includes general information such as the subject's name, age, date of birth and address. It also includes any known aliases.
In addition, the Texas Department of Public Safety maintains a regularly updated online registry of convicted sex offenders in the state. Users can search for registrants using their name, address, or proximity to institutes of higher learning. Searches can also be made using a specific name, zip code, or using a mapping tool that allows you to search for offenders within a particular address zone.
How to Find Inmate Information
The Galveston County Sheriff's Office maintains a public inmate list of persons currently held in county jail. It provides general information such as the subject's name, primary charge, booking agency and arrest date. Residents can filter the list by name, race, sex, age and charge.
Information on persons currently held in state correctional facilities can be obtained by contacting the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). The department provides a convenient online search portal that allows for Galveston County Inmate Searches using a known TDCH Number, the subject's name, or the SID (State Identification) number.
Galveston County Court Records
Galveston County's court system consists of district courts, criminal district courts, constitutional county courts and courts and laws. The district court clerk serves as the central custodian for court records, including judge decrees, court pleadings and documents used for any cause of action. It provides public access to criminal and civil court records via an online platform. Requesters can search for Galveston County court records by entering a record number or party name. Members of the public can request records in person at the district clerk office located at 600 59th Street, Rm. 4001, Galveston, TX 77551.
The county also houses multiple municipal courts which preside over ordinance violations, misdemeanors and select civil and criminal cases. Interested parties can obtain records of cases filed in each court by contacting the clerk at its location.
Bayou Vista Municipal Court
2929 Hwy 6
Bayou Vista, TX 77563
Phone: (409) 935-8348
Fax: (409) 935-1205
Clear Lake Shores Municipal Court
931 Cedar Dr.
Clear Lake Shores, TX 77565
Phone: (281) 334-0697
Dickinson Municipal Court
4403 Hwy 3
Dickinson, TX 77539
Phone: (281) 337-6297
Friendswood Municipal Court
1600 Whitaker Dr
Friendswood, TX 77546
Phone: (281) 996-3252
Galveston Municipal Court
601 54th St, #300
Galveston, TX 77551
Phone: (409) 765-3740
Hitchcock Municipal Court
6815 2nd St
Hitchcock, TX 77563
Phone: (409) 986-9702
Fax: 409-986-626
La Marque Municipal Court
1111 Bayou Rd
La Marque, TX 77568
Phone: (409) 938-9245
Fax: (409) 935-7564
Texas City Municipal Court
1004 9th Ave N
Texas City, TX 77590
Phone: (409) 643-5800
Tiki Island Municipal Court
802 Tiki Dr
Tiki Island, TX 77554
Phone: (409) 935-1427
Fax: (409) 935-4670
Santa Fe Municipal Court
Santa Fe Justice Center
3650 FM 646 N,
P.O. Box 950
Santa Fe, TX 77510
Phone: (409) 925-3255
League City Municipal Court
200 W Walker St
League City, TX 77573
Phone: (281) 554-1060
Fax: (281) 554-1072
Kemah Municipal Court
1401 Hwy 146
Kemah, TX 77565
Phone: (281) 334-5910
Fax: (281) 334-5407
Clear Lake Shores Municipal Court
931 Cedar Dr
Clear Lake Shores, TX 77565
Phone: (281) 334-0697
Vital Records
How to Obtain Divorce Records
Members of the public can obtain copies of a divorce decree by contacting the Galveston district clerk office. The office also provides an online platform that the public can use to search for records and case information. Searches can be filtered to reveal cases by filing date or judicial officer.
Similarly, the Texas Department of State Health Services Vital Statistics Unit maintains records of divorces in the state. However, it only issues divorce verifications and not copies of the actual decree. Requests must include a valid government-issued I.D and a request form. The department charges a $20.00 fee for each copy. Completed request should be sent to:
Texas Vital Records
Department of State Health Services
P.O. Box 12040
Austin, TX 78711-2040
How to Find Birth and Death Records
Records for births and deaths in Texas from 1903 till date can be obtained from the Texas Department of State Health Services. Requests can be made in person or by mail at:
Texas Vital Records
Department of State Health Services
P.O. Box 12040
Austin, TX 78711-2040
The Vital Statistics Office of the Galveston County Health District (GCHD) maintains records of births and deaths in the county. Residents can obtain records in person at 9850-A Emmett F. Lowry Expressway, Suite A-102 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Requesters can also obtain records via mail by sending a completed application form to:
GCHD - Vitals
P.O. Box 939
La Marque, TX 77568
How to Obtain Marriage Records
The Texas Department of State Health Services Vital Statistics Unit issues marriage verifications for events in the state. To request marriage records, interested parties must send a completed application form to the:
Texas Vital Records
Department of State Health Services
P.O. Box 12040
Austin, TX 78711-2040
