Search Wilson County Recent Bookings
Wilson County recent bookings are processed at the county jail in Floresville, the county seat. The county sits just southeast of San Antonio and has seen steady population growth as part of the metro area's expansion. About 51,000 people live here now. The Sheriff's Office handles all jail intake for arrests made across the county. Booking records are public under Texas law. This page walks through the search tools, court record systems, and legal resources tied to Wilson County recent bookings.
Wilson County Overview
Wilson County Sheriff and Recent Bookings
The Wilson County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail and handles all bookings. Floresville police bring their arrests here. So do officers from La Vernia and other smaller communities in the county. Deputies cover the rural parts of Wilson County, which still makes up most of the land area despite the growth near San Antonio.
Intake works the same as other Texas counties. Staff records the person's name, date of birth, charges, and physical details. Fingerprints are taken and submitted to DPS. A booking photo is captured. Charges are logged with the relevant sections of the Texas Penal Code. Outstanding warrants from other places get flagged.
The Texas Code of Criminal Procedure requires a magistrate hearing within 48 hours. At the hearing, bond is set based on the charges, the defendant's history, and other factors. The magistrate explains the right to counsel. Wilson County is part of the 218th Judicial District, and felony cases go through the district court in Floresville.
| Office | Wilson County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address |
Wilson County Jail 1101 4th St Floresville, TX 78114 |
| Phone | (830) 393-2545 |
| Hours | Jail operates 24 hours, 7 days a week |
How to Search Wilson County Recent Bookings
The re:SearchTX portal from the Texas Judicial Branch is a free tool that covers court records from all 254 Texas counties. Type in a name and filter by Wilson County. Court records appear once charges are formally filed, which may be a day or two after the arrest.
For the fastest answer on current custody status, call the Wilson County jail. Staff can confirm if someone is being held, what the charges are, and what bond has been set.
Below is a screenshot of the Texas Indigent Defense Commission, which oversees court-appointed attorney programs in Wilson County and every other Texas county.
The Texas Indigent Defense Commission monitors how counties appoint lawyers for defendants who cannot afford to hire their own. Wilson County's appointed counsel program falls under this oversight.
Note: Wilson County borders Bexar County. Some arrests near the county line may involve San Antonio-area agencies. Confirm where the booking took place before searching the wrong county system.
Court Records and Recent Bookings in Wilson County
Booking records cover the arrest itself. Court records show what happens once charges are filed. The Wilson County District Clerk keeps all criminal and civil case files at the courthouse in Floresville. You can search in person or by phone.
The re:SearchTX portal provides online access to Wilson County court records alongside every other county in the state.
Use re:SearchTX to look up charges, hearing dates, and case outcomes for Wilson County cases.
If someone convicted in Wilson County goes to state prison, the TDCJ offender search picks up the trail. It shows where the person is housed, what they were convicted of, and their projected release date. DPS also stores arrest records reported by Wilson County law enforcement in the statewide Computerized Criminal History system.
Charge Types in Wilson County Recent Bookings
Wilson County bookings reflect a mix of suburban and rural crime patterns. DWI is common, especially along the highways connecting Floresville to San Antonio. Drug possession, theft, assault, and warrant arrests round out the typical booking log. As the county grows, the volume of bookings has been trending upward.
The Texas Penal Code sets the penalty ranges. First degree felonies carry 5 to 99 years. Second degree means 2 to 20. Third degree is 2 to 10. State jail felonies run 180 days to 2 years. All felonies can include fines up to $10,000. Misdemeanors go from Class C (fine only) through Class A (up to a year in jail and $4,000). Class C offenses do not lead to jail bookings since they carry no jail time.
Bond in Wilson County works the same as the rest of Texas. The magistrate considers the charge severity, the defendant's ties to the area, prior criminal history, and ability to pay. Violent felonies get the highest bonds. Some offenses can result in bond being denied.
Requesting Wilson County Booking Records
Under the Texas Public Information Act, you can request booking records from the Wilson County Sheriff's Office. Submit a written request with the person's name and approximate arrest date. Adding a date of birth helps narrow the results. No reason needs to be given for your request.
Standard copy fees are $0.10 per page. Certified copies cost $1.00 per page. The agency must respond within 10 business days. Section 552.108 lets agencies hold back certain information tied to active investigations. But for routine booking data, the name, charges, arrest date, and bond amount are nearly always released without pushback.
Wilson County Jail Oversight
The Texas Commission on Jail Standards inspects the Wilson County jail to verify it meets state rules. Inspectors review intake procedures, housing, medical care, staffing, and records. Reports are available to the public. When a jail does not meet a standard, the commission requires it to take corrective steps.
The Local Government Code puts the sheriff in charge of running the jail and keeping custody records. This legal duty works alongside the Public Information Act to ensure booking records are both maintained properly and accessible to anyone who asks.
Legal Help After a Wilson County Booking
Defendants who cannot afford a lawyer can request a court-appointed attorney at their magistrate hearing. The Texas Indigent Defense Commission monitors how counties manage these appointments. Wilson County judges assign attorneys from an approved list after reviewing the defendant's financial situation.
Texas RioGrande Legal Aid covers Wilson County for some civil legal issues. The State Bar of Texas lawyer referral line at (800) 252-9690 helps connect people with private attorneys. San Antonio, in neighboring Bexar County, has a wider range of legal services available. The drive from Floresville to San Antonio takes about 30 minutes.
- Wilson County court-appointed attorneys for qualifying defendants
- Texas RioGrande Legal Aid at (888) 988-9996
- State Bar of Texas lawyer referral at (800) 252-9690
- Wilson County courthouse in Floresville
- San Antonio legal aid resources in nearby Bexar County
Cities in Wilson County
Wilson County includes Floresville, La Vernia, Poth, and Stockdale. All arrests in the county go through the Wilson County jail in Floresville for booking.
Floresville is the county seat. La Vernia has grown as part of the San Antonio suburban spread. No cities in Wilson County have their own jail, so all bookings happen at the county level.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Wilson County. Each has its own jail and booking procedures. Confirm where the arrest took place before you search.