Bee County

Bee County is located in the Coastal Bend region of South Texas, approximately 60 miles northwest of Corpus Christi. Established in 1857 and named after Barnard E. Bee Sr, a Texas statesman and Secretary of State of the Republic of Texas, Bee County includes approximately 880 square miles. Bee County seat is Beeville, which is the economic and governmental hub of Bee County. According to recent estimates, Bee County has a population of approximately 31,000 residents. Bee County is characterized by gently rolling prairies, mesquite trees, and agricultural lands that have supported ranching and farming for generations. Bee County is home to Naval Air Station Chase Field, a major economic driver and training facility for naval aviators. Bee County Courthouse, a historic structure in downtown Beeville, houses several key government offices. Bee County Clerk's office is located at 105 West Corpus Christi Street, Beeville, TX 78102, and maintains official records including property records, court documents, and vital statistics. Bee County Tax Assessor-Collector's office, also located in the courthouse complex, handles property tax assessments and collections. Bee County District Clerk maintains district court records. Major landmarks include the historic Beeville downtown district, Bee County Museum showcasing regional history, and Medio Creek which runs through Bee County. Bee County's economy has historically been rooted in agriculture, particularly cattle ranching, hay production, and oil and gas extraction, with the military presence adding significant economic stability.

The Bee County Courthouse serves Bee County and is located at 300 North Washington Street in Beeville. The court handles civil, criminal, family, and probate cases for this area. Court records and case filings can be requested in person or through the Texas online court portal.

The Bee County Courthouse, located at 300 North Washington Street in Beeville, is the central hub for court-related matters, handling civil, criminal, family, and probate cases.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

• Inmate information and jail rosters can be accessed through the Sheriff's Office website or by calling the jail directly for The roster typically includes inmate names, booking dates, charges, and bond information.
• Within Bee County, the Beeville Police Department provides law enforcement services within the city limits of Beeville and can be contacted through the office’s website. The Pettus Police Department serves the small community of Pettus.
• Requests should be made in writing and directed to the custodian of records at each agency.
• Mugshots and booking photos are generally considered public information in Texas and are often available through the jail's online inmate search system or by submitting a formal public information request.
• Response times for records requests vary but agencies must respond promptly under state law, typically within ten business days.

Jail & Inmate Records

• The bond and bail process in Texas allows for the release of inmates under certain conditions, and information on recently arrested individuals can be accessed through the Sheriff's Office.

Mugshots & Booking Photos

Court records for this county include civil cases, criminal cases, traffic violations, and family law matters handled by the local Circuit, District, or Superior Court.

• Certified copies of court documents are available for a fee, typically $1 per page plus an additional certification fee of $5.
• Requestors should provide case numbers, party names, or case filing dates to help with searches.

• Certified copies of recorded documents are available for $5 for the first page and $4 for each additional page.

Vital records for this county include birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates issued under state vital statistics law.

• Birth certificates cost $23 for a certified copy when ordered from the state, with additional copies ordered at the same time costing $23 each.
• Processing time is typically 3-4 weeks for mail requests.
• Death certificates cost $21 for a certified copy from the state.
• The marriage license fee in Texas is typically $60-$82, but couples who complete a premarital education course can receive a reduced fee and extended license validity.
• Online ordering for Texas vital records is available through the state's official vendor portal, though processing fees apply.

Business records, licenses, and permits for this county are processed by the County Clerk and local government offices.

• This database includes entity formation documents, registered agents, principal office addresses, and filing history.