Texas Agency

Harris County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff records, jail records, warrants, civil process, Houston area

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How to Submit

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Phone
713-755-6055
Mail
Harris County Sheriff's Office, 1200 Baker Street, Houston, TX 77002

Legal Framework

Governing LawTexas Public Information Act
CitationTex. Gov’t Code § 552
Response Deadline10 business days
Est. Response Time~10 business days

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I file a public records request with Harris County Sheriff's Office?
You can file a request with Harris County Sheriff's Office (HCSO-TX) through FOIAfile in under 3 minutes. We'll format your request with proper legal citations under Tex. Gov’t Code § 552 and deliver it via online portal, mail.
How long does HCSO-TX have to respond to a public records request?
Under Tex. Gov’t Code § 552, Harris County Sheriff's Office must respond within 10 business days. FOIAfile tracks your deadline automatically and notifies you if the agency misses it.
What if HCSO-TX denies or ignores my request?
If Harris County Sheriff's Office denies your request or fails to respond within the deadline, you may have legal options including administrative appeals and court action. FOIAfile provides appeal letter templates and can connect you with a FOIA attorney for a free consultation.

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