Sex Offenders in Scurry County

Scurry County sex offender records are available through the Texas DPS public registry, which is free and open to anyone at any time. The Scurry County Sheriff's Office in Snyder manages registration for residents in unincorporated areas of the county, while the Snyder Police Department handles registration for those living within Snyder city limits. Search the statewide database to find registered offenders in Scurry County by name, zip code, or address.

Scurry County Registration Process

Scurry County sits in the rolling plains of West Texas. Snyder is the county seat and the only significant city in the county. The Snyder Police Department registers sex offenders who live within Snyder city limits. Everyone else in the county, which includes ranches and small communities outside city boundaries, registers with the Scurry County Sheriff's Office.

Registration is in person. Bring a valid photo ID and any court, parole, or probation documents related to your conviction. The registering agency enters your information into the local registry, which feeds to the Texas DPS statewide database. Address changes must be reported within seven days. Missing the reporting deadline can result in felony charges regardless of whether the change was intentional.

Scurry County has oil and gas production, which means some workers come to the area on a temporary or rotational basis. If you stay long enough in Scurry County to be considered a resident under Texas law, and you are a registered sex offender, you must comply with Chapter 62 registration requirements here.

Note: When in doubt about which agency handles your address in Scurry County, call the sheriff's office before your seven-day window closes to avoid a compliance violation.

Find Scurry County Offenders Online

Use the Texas DPS sex offender registry at sor.dps.texas.gov to search for registered offenders in Scurry County. The main zip code for Snyder and the surrounding county is 79549. Enter a name or zip code to see results. Each record includes the registrant's name, current address, photograph, date of birth, and offense details. Where assigned, the risk level is also displayed.

The DPS also offers a subscription notification service. Create an account at the registry portal and sign up for email alerts when registry changes occur for your chosen zip codes. This is a free service. The National Sex Offender Public Website offers a broader search across multiple states if needed.

Search the Texas DPS registry by zip code or name to find registered offenders in Scurry County.

Chapter 62 Requirements in Scurry County

Texas sex offender registration is governed by Chapter 62 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. The statute applies uniformly to all Texas residents. Qualifying offenses include sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault, indecency with a child, online solicitation of a minor, and possession or promotion of child pornography, among other crimes. Deferred adjudication for a covered offense also triggers registration.

Every sex offender must register within seven days of establishing a Texas address. That clock starts from the date of release from prison, the start of community supervision, or the date you move to Texas from another state. Annual verification is required for most offenders. High-risk registrants must verify in person every 90 days. Changes to employment, vehicles, and online identifiers must also be reported promptly throughout the registration period.

• Snyder residents register with Snyder Police Department
• All others register with the Scurry County Sheriff in Snyder
• Register within 7 days of establishing any Scurry County address
• Bring valid photo ID and conviction or supervision documents
• Verify once a year or every 90 days per your risk level
• Report all address and employment changes within 7 days

Scurry County Court Records

The Scurry County District Clerk in Snyder maintains felony court records, including cases involving sex offenses. These records are public. They contain the original indictment or charges, the judgment or plea, and the sentence issued. Visit the courthouse in Snyder to review these records. Contact the clerk ahead of your visit for current hours and copy fees.

The Texas Office of Court Administration online case search may return results for Scurry County district court proceedings. For offenders who were incarcerated in a Texas state facility, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice offender search tracks inmates and those released under supervision.

Community Resources in Scurry County

Residents of Scurry County can use the DPS registry at sor.dps.texas.gov to check the registered offender population in their area. There is no cost to search, and no account is required for basic lookups. Searching the 79549 zip code will return all registrants currently listed in Snyder and the surrounding county.

The Texas Attorney General's office provides victim resources and manages oversight of the state's sex offender programs. For specific questions about an offender registered in Scurry County, contact the sheriff's office or the Snyder Police Department depending on where the offender lives. Community notifications for high-risk offenders may be issued through the DPS postcard program.