What are Edinburg Public Records?
Under the TPIA, public records include information that is either stored, created, maintained, produced, or assembled by a government body or by another agency for a government body. Where public funds are involved in making a particular record, the record will also be considered a public record. It is noteworthy that the form in which the information is created, stored, or kept does not affect its status as a public record. Consequently, information stored on a computer or other electronic means, by film, tape, writing, or otherwise, are classified as public records. However, not all public records will be available to the public. State law, federal law, or court orders may restrict access to certain records.
Edinburg Crime Statistics
In 2019 Edinburg recorded 3,600 major crimes. These crimes were grouped into 306 violent crimes and 3,294 property crimes. Under the violent crimes category, the city recorded 2 murders, 78 incidences of rape, 50 robberies, and 176 assaults. Also, there were 420 burglaries, 2,800 theft incidences, and 74 motor vehicle theft cases.
Are Edinburg Criminal Records Public?
Edinburg grants access to criminal records but not all criminal records are available to the public. Members of the public may gain access to unrestricted criminal records through the Edinburg Police Department. Interested persons may visit the department in person or contact them through fax or a phone call
1702 S. Closner Blvd.
Edinburg, TX 78539
(956) 289-7700
Fax: (956) 289-7897
How to Obtain Edinburg Police Reports and Arrest Records?
Interested members of the public may contact the Edinburg Police Department to obtain access to police reports and arrest records. Access to the records may be obtained online using the online request platform maintained by the department. Alternatively, a written request may be submitted to the police department in person or by mail. The requests should include the requester's contact information and should also adequately identify the record sought. Requests should be sent to or dropped off at
Edinburg Police Department
Records Department
1702 S Closner Blvd.
Edinburg, TX 78539
Note that fees may be charged for record requests. Where this is the case, the department will contact the requester with details of the applicable charge.
How to Find Sex Offender Information in Edinburg
Texas maintains information on sex offenders in Edinburg through its Sex Offender Registration Program. Interested persons may find registered sex offenders in Edinburg by conducting a search on the Texas Sex Offender Registry. Texas law requires that local law enforcement agencies also keep records of sex offenders in their city. Interested persons may also contact the Edinburg Police department for information on sex offenders in the city.
How to Find Edinburg Inmate Records
Inmates in Edinburg are kept at the Hidalgo County Detention Facility. Information on inmates and other jail records may be found online using the jail records search tool. Requesters may provide the name of the inmate or the booking number when searching. The date range when the inmate was booked and released should be included in the search. Interested parties may also find out about inmates at the county jail by visiting the jail in person at
701 El Cibolo Road
Edinburg, TX 78541
(956) 381-7900
How Do I Visit an inmate in Edinburg Jail?
Inmates at the prison may receive visitors not more than twice a week. Each visit shall not last more than 20 minutes, and at least one of the two visits must be in the evening or on the weekend. To be eligible, visitors must have been listed by the inmate upon incarceration. Each visitor must be at least 17 years old and must present a valid photo ID when visiting the prison. Children below 17 may only visit during the jail's children week. Visitors should pay close attention to the visitation rules regarding clothing, prohibited items, and behavior. Failure to properly adhere to the rules may lead to a cancellation of the visit or a total suspension of visitation rights.
Court Records
The 92nd, 93rd, 139th, 206th, 275th, 332nd, 370th, 389th, 398th, 430th, 449th, and the 464th District Courts of Texas are all in Edinburg. The city also houses the Master Courts 1 and 2, County Courts - at - Law 1 to 8, the Probate Court, and the Child Protection Court, all located at the County Courthouse building:
100 N. Closner
Edinburg, TX 78539
The District Courts are courts of general jurisdiction, handling criminal and civil cases. The courts handle matters relating to juvenile cases, capital murder, theft, contract disputes, etc. Master Courts hear specific child support cases and County Courts - at - law hear criminal misdemeanor cases, civil cases, and family cases. The jurisdiction of each court- at - law may differ slightly from one another. The Probate Court handles all issues relating to estates, wills, and probate. The Child Protection Court handles all the child protection and welfare cases in Hidalgo and Starr Counties.
The city also has a Municipal Court, which tries matters arising from city ordinances and laws. This court may be found at
Edinburg Municipal Court
100 E Freddy Gonzalez Drive
Edinburg, TX 78541
Phone: (956) 289-7797
Fax: (956) 289-1134
The Justices of Peace 4.1 and 4.2 also have their courtroom in Edinburg. This court hears small claims civil matters, specific criminal cases, issuance of birth and death certificates, administration of oaths, and other similar matters. The Justices of Peace may be found at
Justice of Peace 4.1
212 N. 12th Avenue
Edinburg, TX 78541
Ph: (956) 380-4473
Justice of Peace 4.2
224 N. 12th
Edinburg, TX 78539
Ph: (956) 383-0921
Are Edinburg Court Records Public?
Any member of the public may access Edinburg court records. However, this right is subject to restrictions that may be placed by the state law, federal legislation, or a court order. For instance, the general public may not gain access to Edinburg juvenile records.
Can You Look Up Edinburg Cases Online?
The Hidalgo County Records Inquiry portal allows residents in Edinburg to access cases online. Users may filter searches by identifying the court where the record originated and the type of record being sought.
How to Obtain Edinburg Civil Court Case Records
Edinburg civil court case records may be obtained online using the Hidalgo County Records Inquiry platform. Under the civil case records search option, users may search for records by providing the case number, the name of the parties, or the name or bar number of the attorney to the case. Civil case records may also be obtained by visiting the clerk of court at the courthouse. Record requests should be made on weekdays between 8 00 a.m. and 5 00 p.m.
How to Obtain Edinburg Criminal Court Records
Criminal court records in Edinburg are accessible online on the Hidalgo County Records Inquiry platform. Records may be searched for by providing the case number, the name or business name of the defendant, the case citation number, or the attorney name or bar number. In addition to these options, the user may provide an estimated date of filing. Criminal case records may also be obtained from the clerk of the court where the case was tried.
What are Edinburg Vital Records?
Vital records in Edinburg are important life events such as births, deaths, marriages, and divorces. Interested and eligible persons may send record requests to the custodians of the records to obtain copies.
Where and How to Obtain Edinburg Divorce Records
Edinburg divorce records may be obtained by any member of the public from the Hidalgo County District Clerk. Furthermore, interested persons may obtain divorce verifications from the Texas Health and Human Services (THHS).
An application for a divorce verification may be submitted to the THHS in person, by mail, or online. A completed application form and a payment of $20 should be sent by mail to
Texas Vital Statistics
Department of State Health Services
P.O. Box 12040
Austin, TX 78711-2040
Expedited requests should be sent to:
Texas Vital Statistics
MC 2096
Department of State Health Services
1100 W. 49th Street
Austin, TX 78756
Physical copies of divorce records may be obtained from the District Clerk by email, mail, or fax. Divorce decrees may be obtained by sending a completed request form to districtclerk@co.hidalgo.tx.us. The completed form may be mailed along with a self-addressed envelope and the appropriate fee by fax or mail to
Hidalgo County District Clerk
P.O. Box 87
Edinburg, TX 78540
(956) 318-2200
Where and How to Get Public Edinburg Marriage Records
Marriage records in Edinburg are public records and may be obtained from the Hidalgo County Clerk or the Texas Department of Health Services. The TDHS only provides verification of marriages, and a certificate may be obtained from the County Clerk.
Requests for a marriage verification may be made online or by mail. A completed application form may be sent along with a payment of $20 to
Texas Vital Records
Department of State Health Services
P.O. Box 12040
Austin, TX 78711-2040
The TDHS only maintains records of marriages since January 1966.
A certified copy of the marriage license may be obtained from the County Clerk by sending a written request to
Hidalgo County Clerk's Office
P.O. Box 58
Edinburg, TX 78540
Interested persons may visit the Vitals and Official Records Department on weekdays between 8 00 a.m. and 5 00 a.m. at
317 N. Closner Blvd.
Edinburg, TX 78541
Where and How to Get Confidential Marriage Records in Edinburg
All marriage records in Edinburg are considered public unless the court seals the record under specific conditions.
Where and How to Find Edinburg Birth Records
Access to Edinburg birth records is restricted for 75 following the creation of the record. In that period, only the following may obtain copies of the record:
- The registrant
- The spouse of the registrant
- Parent of the registrant
- Siblings of the registrant
- Children of the registrant
- Grandparent of the registrant
- The legal guardian of the registrant
These persons must provide adequate proof of relationship and also present copies of valid photo IDs.
An application may be made to the Texas Health and Human Services online or by mail. A requester may also complete an application form and submit it in person to the vital statistics office between 8 00 a.m. and 4 00 p.m. on weekdays at:
Vital Statistics Section,
1100 W. 49th
St., Austin, TX 78756
The application may be sent by mail alongside a copy of a valid photo Id to
DSHS - VSS,
P.O. Box 12040,
Austin, TX 78711-2040
Birth records may be obtained from the Hidalgo County Clerk office in person at
317 N. Closner Blvd.
Edinburg, TX 78541
The county clerk's office does not accept mail-in requests.
Where and How to Find Edinburg Death Records
Edinburg death records are restricted for 75 years after the death occurred. During that period, only the people permitted by law may access the record. They include:
- The registrant
- The spouse of the registrant
- Parent of the registrant
- Siblings of the registrant
- Children of the registrant
- Grandparent of the registrant
- The legal guardian of the registrant
- Managing conservator of the registrant
Eligible persons may obtain the death records from the county clerk or the Texas Health and Human Services (THHS).
The THHS grants online access to death records to eligible people. Interested persons may obtain either a death verification or a death certificate. An application form may be submitted in person to
Vital Statistics Section,
1100 W. 49th
St., Austin, TX 78756
Or
by mail to:
DSHS - VSS,
P.O. Box 12040,
Austin, TX 78711-2040
Death records may also be obtained from the county clerk by visiting in person at
317 N. Closner Blvd.
Edinburg, TX 78541
