Young County Sex Offenders

Young County sex offender records are available through the Texas DPS public registry at no cost. The Young County Sheriff's Office in Graham handles registrations for residents in unincorporated areas of the county, while the Graham Police Department serves those living within Graham city limits. The statewide DPS database lets you search by name, zip code, or address to find registered offenders in Young County with current photos and offense details.

Registration in Young County

Young County is in North-Central Texas. Graham is the county seat and the largest city. The county is a mix of ranch land and oil and gas production. The Graham Police Department handles sex offender registrations for people who live within Graham's city limits. The Young County Sheriff's Office handles everyone else in the county, including rural addresses and any smaller communities without their own police department.

Registration is in person at the appropriate agency. Bring a valid photo ID and any court or supervision documents related to your offense. The agency records your information locally and submits it to the Texas DPS for inclusion in the statewide public database. All address changes must be reported within seven days under Chapter 62 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. Employment and vehicle changes must also be reported within the same seven-day window.

Young County is near Lake Possum Kingdom, and some residents have property along the lake in Palo Pinto County. If your primary address is in Young County, you register in Young County regardless of where you spend time on weekends. If you move your primary address, notify the Young County agency and register at your new address within seven days.

Note: Individuals under deferred adjudication for a qualifying sex offense must register in the same manner as those with a final conviction. If you are uncertain about your registration status, contact your supervision officer before the seven-day deadline expires.

Search the Young County Offender Registry

The Texas DPS sex offender registry at sor.dps.texas.gov is the official source for public records on registered offenders in Young County. The zip code for Graham is 76450. Search by name or zip code to see all current registrants in the area. Each record shows the registrant's name, current home address, photograph, date of birth, and offense information. Risk levels are displayed when assigned.

The DPS email subscription service lets you set up free alerts for registry changes in any zip code you choose. Create an account on the portal and subscribe to 76450 or any other Young County zip code. You will receive email notifications when registration data is updated for registrants in that area. The National Sex Offender Public Website allows cross-state searches for broader lookups.

Use the Texas DPS portal to find registered sex offenders in Young County by name or zip code.

Chapter 62 Registration Requirements

Texas sex offender registration follows Chapter 62 of the Texas Code of Criminal Procedure. The law applies uniformly across all 254 Texas counties. It defines qualifying offenses, the initial registration timeline, ongoing verification requirements, and penalties for failing to comply. Non-compliance is a felony charge under Texas law.

All registrants must register within seven days of establishing any Texas address. That clock starts on the date of release from incarceration, the start of community supervision, or when you arrive in Texas from another state. Annual in-person verification is the minimum. High-risk offenders must verify every 90 days. Any change to your home address, employer, vehicle, or online accounts must be reported within seven days of each change.

• Graham city residents register with the Graham Police Department
• Unincorporated area residents register with the Young County Sheriff
• Register within 7 days of establishing any Young County address
• Bring valid photo ID and court or supervision documents
• Annual verification required; high-risk offenders verify every 90 days
• Report all address and employment changes within 7 days

Court Records in Young County

Felony court records for Young County are held by the Young County District Clerk in Graham. These records are public and include charging documents, judgments, and sentencing information. Visit the courthouse in Graham or call the clerk's office to confirm hours and fees for copies. The Texas Office of Court Administration case search may return Young County district court results as well.

The community supervision department in Young County coordinates with the Graham Police Department and the sheriff's office to monitor probationers' registration compliance. For those who served time in a Texas state facility, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice offender search shows current incarceration and parole status.

Community Safety Resources

Texas does not automatically notify neighbors when a registered sex offender moves into an area. The DPS registry at sor.dps.texas.gov is the main resource available. Search by zip code at no cost to see all current registrants near any Young County address. The Texas Attorney General's office provides victim resources and oversight of sex offender management programs statewide. For specific questions about a registrant in Young County, contact the Young County Sheriff's Office or the Graham Police Department.