Texas County Arrest Records

Texas County arrest records are official records of an individual's arrest by law enforcement agents within the county. Under the Oklahoma Statutes, Title 22, law enforcement officers in Texas County are authorized to make an arrest when they have probable cause to believe an individual has committed a crime. Officers can also make an arrest when they have a valid arrest warrant or when an individual poses an immediate threat to public safety.

Arrested individuals are typically processed and detained at the Texas County Jail in Guymon, Oklahoma. During the booking process, the individual’s name, date of birth, and address are recorded. Photographs and fingerprints are also taken. The details of the alleged offense are also noted. Also, a medical check is usually conducted to ensure the individual’s well-being prior to detention. The individual is then assigned to a holding cell or area, depending on the nature of the offense, or detained pending further investigation, bond, release, transfer, or arraignment before a judge.

Arrest records are typically generated by the arresting agency, such as the Texas County Sheriff's Office and other collaborating law enforcement agencies. These records are linked to other public records, including the Texas County Court Records, which document legal actions taken when an arrest case proceeds to trial.

Are Arrest Records Public in Texas County?

Yes. The Oklahoma Open Records Act authorizes the public to view and copy records maintained by public agencies, including arrest records, unless such records are exempt by law. However, the act exempts some records from public disclosure to protect privacy and sensitive information.

The following records are exempt from public access:

• Records containing personal identifying information, such as Social Security Numbers, credit card numbers, and driver’s license numbers
• Records of ongoing investigations
• Juvenile records
• Records involving victims of domestic violence or sexual assault
• Sealed or expunged records
• Records identifying confidential informants

To access arrest records, interested parties may contact the Texas County Sheriff's Office at the following address:

Texas County Sheriff's Office
1102, South Ellison Street,
Guymon, OK 73942
Phone: (580) 338-4000

Texas County Crime Rate 

The 2024 crime data for Texas County, Oklahoma, compiled by Oklahoma State's Bureau of Investigation, shows a total of 111 reported incidents in 2024. Based on the United States Census Bureau's estimated population of 20,577, the county's overall crime rate was approximately 60.26 crimes per 100,000 residents that year.

The statistics further revealed 30 crimes against persons and 77 crimes against property. Specific crime counts included 1 case of Murder and Non-Negligent Manslaughter, 2 cases of Aggravated Assault, and 21 cases of Simple Assault. For property-related offenses, there were 12 Burglary/Breaking and Entering incidents, 3 Motor Vehicle Thefts, and 22 incidents noted as "All Other Larceny." Finally, crimes against society totaled 17, which included 8 Drug/Narcotic Violations. 

The table below summarizes Texas County's 2024 crime count.

Texas County Arrest Statistics

In 2024, Texas County, Oklahoma, recorded 339 arrests, resulting in an arrest rate of approximately 16.47 per 1,000 people, based on a population of 20,577. These arrest statistics were compiled from various local law enforcement agencies, including the Texas County Sheriff, the District 1 Narcotics Task Force, and the police departments of Goodwell, Guyom, Hooker, Texhoma, and Tyrone. The data is further detailed in the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

Analysis of the Texas County's arrest data in 2024 revealed specific recurring offenses across the county:

• Driving Under the Influence (DUI): Goodwell PD reported 48 arrests.
• Simple Assault: The Texas County Sheriff recorded 35 arrests.
• Drug Possession: This category saw a countywide total of 28 arrests, with the Texas County Sheriff contributing 20 of that number.

Find Texas County Arrest Records

Interested parties may find information about Texas County arrest records through the Oklahoma Department of Corrections (DOC) Offender Lookup tool. They may search with criteria such as the offender's first or last name, date of birth, or DOC number. Information available for access includes the individual's prison status, facility location, offense, and sentencing.

Additionally, record seekers can access public arrest information through the Oklahoma State Courts Network (OSCN). They may utilize the search tool to locate arrest records by name or case number. To find information about inmates housed in federal facilities, interested parties may use the Federal Inmate Locator tool.

Texas County Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

Although related in their uses for the prosecution of offenders, Texas County arrest records and criminal records serve different purposes. Arrest records detail an individual's apprehension, particularly the circumstances and charges at the time of the arrest.

From the standpoint of conviction, arrest records do not necessarily, by themselves, indicate guilt or conviction. They are typically independent of court outcomes and are typically generated and maintained by the county sheriff's office and other relevant law enforcement organizations that conduct arrests within the jurisdiction.

Conversely, criminal records give a detailed account of an individual's legal history, including convictions, sentencing, and parole. In Texas, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) maintains criminal records. Under the Oklahoma Public Records Act, they are subject to public review, albeit with certain privacy restrictions.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

In Texas, arrest records remain part of an individual's record indefinitely unless they are expunged or sealed. Under OK Stat. § 22-18 and § 22-991c, eligible individuals may have their arrest records expunged. The relief of expungement allows individuals a fresh start while law enforcement retains the ability to access these records if it becomes necessary.

To be eligible for expungement, some criteria must be met, such as:

• Acquittal or dismissal of charges
• Completion of a deferred adjudication
• Specific waiting periods must have elapsed, and the individual must have maintained a clean record for the period.

Texas County Arrest Warrants

A Texas County arrest warrant is a judicial order authorizing law enforcement to apprehend an individual suspected of committing a crime. Under the Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution and OK Stat. § 22-171, warrants are issued by judges or magistrates when they receive sworn affidavits that establish probable cause.

Typically, arrest warrants include the suspect's name, the alleged offense, the signature of the issuing judge, and instructions or recommendations on how to execute the warrant. Warrants prevent unlawful arrests and seizures and protect citizens from arbitrary detention.

However, under exigent circumstances and in specific situations, warrantless arrests are lawful. The circumstances that necessitate an arrest include failure to appear in court for a hearing, posing a security risk, failure to pay fines, or violating parole.

Do Texas County Arrest Warrants Expire?

In general, Texas arrest warrants do not expire. A warrant issued for a felony remains active indefinitely until it is executed or dismissed by the court. However, per OK Stat. §22-152, a warrant issued for a misdemeanor offense may be subject to the statute of limitations of the underlying charge. This limits how long the prosecutor has to prosecute certain crimes. Moreover, factors such as plea agreements and administrative reviews may also affect a warrant’s validity.

Expunge Texas County Arrest Records

Under Title 22, section 18 of the Oklahoma Statutes, eligible arrest records may be expunged. Expungement is the legal process that removes arrest records from publicly accessible platforms. Eligibility depends on the circumstances of the arrest and the resolution of the case.

To be eligible for expungement, the following conditions must be met:

• Where there were no charges following an arrest, the record may be expunged after 1 year.
• Arrest records may be expunged if the charges against the individual were dropped.
• If the individual was acquitted in court, they may be eligible for expungement.
• If the offender completes an alternative sentencing program such as deferred adjudication, they may be eligible for expungement.
• Depending on the crime and resolution, individuals may have to wait for between 5 and 10 years before they are eligible for expungement.

Petitioners must file a motion in the court of conviction to have their arrest record and all related court records expunged. If the judge considers the evidence and there are no objections to the petition, and the offender’s right to a second chance outweighs the risks of keeping the records, the court may approve the petition.