Crime Numbers
The FBI Uniform Crime Reporting program provides annual crime statistics in all counties of the state. In 2017, Rockwall County recorded 48, Violent crimes, 0 homicides, 15 rapes, 5 robberies, 28 aggravated assaults, 796 property crimes, 70 burglaries, 675 larcenies, 51 motor vehicle thefts, 0 arsons. Compared to the crime statistics of 2013, the county recorded an increase in violent crimes (92%), rapes (50%), robberies (150%), aggravated assaults (133%), property crimes (9%), and larcenies (15%). However, there was a decrease in homicides (100%), burglaries (18%), motor vehicle thefts (19%), while arson remained the same.
How to Find Rockwall County Criminal Records
The Texas Department of Public Safety handles the Computerized Criminal History System (CCH). It is a statewide service that provides criminal history checks for employers, licensing agencies, and other applicants. To search for a criminal history sign up on the CCH Website. Requesters will have to purchase search credits which costs $3.
How to Find Rockwall County Sex Offender Information
The Texas Sex Offender Registry provides a searchable online database of registered sex offenders in all the counties of the state, including Rockwall County. Requesters can search for sex offenders by names and address. It is also possible to search for sex offenders based on the higher institutions in Texas.
How do I Visit an Inmate in Rockwall County Jail?
The Rockwall County Detention Center is the only detention facility in the county and accepts inmates from all the different law enforcement agencies in the county. The detention facility is open to visitations from interested members of the public. Visits hold on Sunday and Wednesday from 12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., and 8:00 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. Each visit lasts a maximum of 20 minutes.
It is also possible to deposit money into an inmate’s account through Access Corrections. Deposits can be made online, via phone, or at the Access Corrections kiosk, which is located in the lobby of the Sheriff’s Office.
For phone deposits, call (866) 345-1884. The acceptable payment options for phone deposit is Mastercard and Visa. In addition to Mastercard and Visa, cash is also acceptable as a payment option at the kiosk. This is the address of the detention center:
Rockwall County Detention Center
950 T.L. Townsend Dr
Rockwall, TX 75087
(972) 204-7100
There are four police departments in Rockwall County:
Heath Police Department
200 Lawrence Dr,
Heath, TX 75032
Rockwall County, TX
(972) 771-6228
Rockwall County Sheriff
950 T L Townsend Dr,
Rockwall, TX 75087
Rockwall County, TX
(972) 204-7001
Rockwall Police Department
205 W Rusk St,
Rockwall, TX 75087
Rockwall County, TX
(972) 771-7717
Royse City Police Department
100 W Main St,
Royse City, TX 75189
Rockwall County, TX
(972) 636-9422
How to Find Court records
The Tyler Odyssey Portal is a repository for searching court records in the state. It also contain court hearings from Rockwall County Circuit Court, District Courts, and Justice of the Peace Courts. Rockwall County has two District Courts, one Constitutional Court, one Court at Law, four Justice of the Peace Courts, and five Municipal Courts.
Rockwall County 382nd District Court
1111 E Yellowjacket Lane
#200, Rockwall,
TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6500
Fax: (972) 204-6509
Rockwall County 439th District Court
1111 E Yellowjacket Lane
#200, Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6500
Fax: (972) 204-6509
Rockwall County Constitutional Court
1111 E Yellowjacket Lane
#100, Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6300
Fax: (972) 204-6309
Rockwall County Court at Law
1111 E Yellowjacket Lane
#100, Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6300
Fax: (972) 204-6309
Rockwall County Justice of the Peace Precinct 1
1111 E Yellowjacket Lane
#301, Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6740
Fax: (972) 204-6749
Rockwall County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2
1111 E Yellowjacket Lane
#302, Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6730
Fax: (972) 204-6739
Rockwall County Justice of the Peace Precinct 3
1111 E Yellowjacket Lane
#303, Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6720
Fax: (972) 204-6729
Rockwall County Justice of the Peace Precinct 4
1111 E Yellowjacket Lane
#304, Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6710
Fax: (972) 204-6719
Fate Municipal Court
1 E Fate Main Place
P.O. Box 159
Fate, TX 75132
Phone: (972) 771-4601 ext. 127
Fax: (972) 722-8266
Heath Municipal Court
200 Laurence Dr
Heath, TX 75032
Phone: (972) 961-4877
Fax: (972) 961-4932
McLendon-Chisholm Municipal Court
1248 State Hwy 205
Rockwall, TX 75032
(972) 524-2077
Rockwall Municipal Court
2860 State Hwy 66
Rockwall, TX 75087
(972) 771-7788
Royse City Municipal Court
100 W Main St
P.O. Box 638
Royse City, TX 75189
(972) 636-9434
Where and How to Get Rockwall County Divorce Records
The Rockwall County District Clerk maintains divorce records of all divorces that were finalized in the county. To obtain a certified copy of a divorce certificate, contact the Rockwall County District Clerk where the divorce was guaranteed:
Rockwall County District Clerk
1111 E. Yellowjacket Ln. Ste 200
Rockwall, TX 75087
(972) 204-6500
Where and How to Get Rockwall County Marriage Records
The Rockwall County Clerk maintains all marriage records of marriages that were finalized in the county. To obtain a Rockwall marriage certificate, contact the Rockwall County Clerk where the marriage was contracted. This is the address of the Rockwall County Clerk:
Rockwall County Clerk
1111 E Yellowjacket Lane
Suite 100
Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6300
Fax: (972) 204-6309
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Where and How to Get Rockwall County Birth Records
The Rockwall County Clerk maintains birth records of all births that occurred in the county. It is possible to apply for a certified copy of a birth certificate by mail. The County Clerk charges $23 for each certified copy of a birth certificate. To order for a birth certificate, complete the Birth Certificate Certificate Application form. Send the completed form, the applicable fee, and a government-issued photo ID to:
Rockwall County Clerk
1111 E Yellowjacket Lane
Suite 100
Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6300
Fax: (972) 204-6309
The Rockwall County Clerk maintains death certificates of all deaths that occurred in the county. Certified copies of birth certificates can be requested by mail. The County Clerk charges $21 for the first certified copy of a death certificate, and $4 for each additional certified copy. To order for a death certificate, complete the Death Certificate Certificate Application form. Send the completed application form, a government-issued photo ID, and the applicable fee:
Rockwall County Clerk
1111 E Yellowjacket Lane
Suite 100
Rockwall, TX 75087
Phone: (972) 204-6300
Fax: (972) 204-6309
