Active Warrant Search in Ellis County, Texas
Warrants are public information in Ellis County, pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act (Government Code 552) and the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure Article 15.26, which states that "the arrest warrant, and any affidavit presented to the magistrate in support of the issuance of the warrant, are public information." However, access may not be available until after execution. To search for a warrant, the defendant’s name, case number, or date of birth may be required.
| Agency / Resource | Purpose | Search Methods | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellis County Sheriff’s Office | Executes warrants | In person, by phone, by mail, by email | Available via Open Records Requests |
| Ellis County District Clerk | Maintains and manages district court records, including warrants | In person, by phone, online | May not disclose until after execution |
| Ellis County Clerk | Maintains and manages county court records, including warrants | In person, phone, online, email | May not disclose until after execution |