Guadalupe County Sex Offender Lookup

Guadalupe County sex offender records are available through the Texas DPS public registry, which collects data from local agencies serving Seguin and communities throughout the county. The Guadalupe County Sheriff's Office registers offenders in unincorporated areas, while city police departments cover residents within city limits. The free online registry at sor.dps.texas.gov lets anyone search for registered sex offenders in Guadalupe County by name, address, or zip code.

Guadalupe County Sheriff Registration

The Guadalupe County Sheriff's Office serves as the primary registration point for sex offenders who live in unincorporated Guadalupe County. The office is located at 3000 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155. You can call them at (830) 379-1224. Registration is handled during normal business hours. Call ahead to confirm the specific registration window, as it can vary from general office hours.

Registrants must appear in person and provide their current home address, a photo, and documentation of the conviction. The Sheriff's Office submits all registration data to the Texas DPS, which makes it available on the statewide public registry. The process must be completed within seven days of establishing a new address in the county. People moving from other Texas counties or from out of state must also register within that same seven-day window.

Guadalupe County has grown significantly in recent years as a bedroom community for the San Antonio area. That growth has brought more residents and more demand for accurate public safety records, including the sex offender registry.

Seguin and Other City Police Departments

Seguin is the county seat and largest city in Guadalupe County. People who live inside Seguin city limits register with the Seguin Police Department at 210 E. Gonzales Street, Seguin, TX 78155, phone (830) 401-2300. Schertz, Cibolo, New Braunfels (partially in Guadalupe County), and other incorporated cities each have their own police departments handling registration for their residents.

Schertz is one of the fastest-growing cities in the county and falls partly in Guadalupe County. The Schertz Police Department at 1400 Schertz Parkway handles registration for Schertz residents. For Cibolo residents, the Cibolo Police Department processes registrations. If you are not sure which agency covers your address, the Sheriff's Office can direct you to the right place. Getting this right is important because the wrong office cannot accept your registration.

Search Guadalupe County Offender Records

The Texas DPS runs the public sex offender registry at sor.dps.texas.gov. No account or fee is needed. Search by name, address, city, or zip code. The results show the offender's registered address, a photo, conviction details, and risk level when assigned. All Guadalupe County agencies report to this centralized database.

The registry updates on a rolling basis as local agencies send in new data. If you are searching for someone who recently moved to Guadalupe County, it may take a few days for new registrations to appear. Using both name-based and address-based searches can give you a more complete picture. The map view is also helpful for seeing the geographic distribution of registered offenders in specific neighborhoods or near schools.

The screenshot below shows the DPS sex offender registry portal where Guadalupe County residents can search for offenders.

Use this portal to find registered sex offenders anywhere in Guadalupe County.

Texas Chapter 62 Requirements

Sex offender registration in Texas is controlled by Chapter 62 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. The law specifies which offenses require registration, when registration must occur, and what the ongoing obligations are. Anyone with a qualifying conviction must register within seven days of establishing a Texas address.

Registration happens in person at the local agency. Registrants provide address, photo, and offense history. Most offenders verify their registration once a year. High-risk offenders verify every 90 days. Any address change within Guadalupe County still triggers a new seven-day registration deadline. Violating any part of Chapter 62 is a criminal offense that can lead to new charges, including potential felony charges for repeated violations. Registration can last for life or for a fixed period depending on the offense type.

• Register within 7 days of new address
• Appear in person at the correct local agency
• Provide photo, address, and conviction information
• Verify annually, or every 90 days if high risk
• Notify the registration authority before any move

Note: Chapter 62 obligations vary by offense and court order. Consult a licensed Texas attorney for advice on your specific situation.

Court Records and Other Resources

The Guadalupe County District Clerk maintains court records for felony cases, including sex offense convictions. The office is at 211 W. Court Street, Seguin, TX 78155. You can request records in person or by written request during business hours. Court records are distinct from registry records and show the full legal history of a case.

The Texas Attorney General provides information about sex offender laws and victim resources. The National Sex Offender Public Website allows searches across state lines including Texas. To report a suspected registration violation in Guadalupe County, contact the Guadalupe County Sheriff's Office or the relevant city police department.