BROWNSVILLE · PUBLIC-RECORDS TRANSPARENCY GRADE
A
24/24
Brownsville gets an A.
Cheap fees, public booking, mandatory e-filing. The Public Information Act treats sunlight as the default.
Note: Statewide grade applies — no separate local grade yet computed for Brownsville.
COMPUTED 2026-07-15 03:26 UTC · SCORE 24/24
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TX AG (PIA)
TX Courts
TDCJ Inmate
TX DPS
STATUS LEGEND: LIVE = HTTP 200-399 · WARN = 4xx · DEAD = 5xx · PENDING = checker could not reach (may still be live in browser)
Sources checked
- → https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/open-government [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-15 03:20 UTC]
- → https://www.txcourts.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 206 · 2026-07-15 03:20 UTC]
- → https://inmate.tdcj.texas.gov/InmateSearch/viewDetail.action?sid=05775651/InmateSearch [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-07-15 03:20 UTC]
- → https://www.dps.texas.gov/ [LIVE · HTTP 200 · 2026-07-15 03:20 UTC]
Method: Live source health verified against official government portals at the timestamp shown. Grade computed from a six-criterion rubric (records access, fees, turnaround, e-filing, mugshot policy, body-cam release). How we grade →
Live · FBI Most Wanted · TX Field Offices (Statewide)
Currently Wanted by the FBI
Active FBI cases from the TX field office (statewide). Data: api.fbi.gov, refreshed every 6 hours.
Wanted
SHOOTING OF MINOR VICTIM
Wanted
AUSTIN JAN SY YATCO
Wanted
ABEL ELIAS ACOSTA
Wanted
ALEKSANDR RYZHENKOV
Source: FBI.gov · Wanted
Live · NCMEC Missing Children · TX
Children Missing From Texas (Statewide)
Active Texas cases from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (statewide feed). Refreshed every 6 hours.
Damiyah Williams (TX)
Amiyah Johnson (TX)
Naveah Bill (TX)
Zoe Cotton (TX)
Ezmariah Rivera Zuniga (TX)
Jade Tolcha Fuentes (TX)
Source: NCMEC · National Center for Missing & Exploited Children · If you have information, call 1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678).
Live · Updated Daily
Recent Texas Court Cases
Most recent Texas court filings indexed across districts and counties.
| Docket | Parties | Indexed |
|---|---|---|
| CIVIL 5:26-cv-02654 | Nunez Jose v. Karnes County Immigration Processing Center et al | 07/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 5:26-cv-02283 | Sanchez Reyes v. U.S Department of Homeland Security et al | 07/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 5:26-cv-01733 | Perez Mila v. Warden, Karnes County Immigration Processing Center et al | 07/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 5:26-cv-04427 | Clausell Dominguez v. Vergara et al | 07/14/2026 |
| BANKRUPTCY 5:26-mj-00907-1 | USA v. Galeana Alvizo | 07/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 3:26-cv-01904 | Perez Quintana v. Warden of Camp East Montana et al | 07/14/2026 |
| CRIMINAL 3:23-cr-01770-1 | USA v. Cortez | 07/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 5:26-cv-04428 | Diaz Arce v. Vergara et al | 07/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 5:26-cv-04422 | Ortega Olmedo v. Venturella | 07/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 6:26-cv-00455 | Hamidou v. BLANCHE et al | 07/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 3:26-cv-01905 | Fernandes v. Warden, Florida Soft Side South Detention Center et al. (Collier) | 07/14/2026 |
| CIVIL 1:26-cv-01942 | Garcia v. Commissioner Social Security | 07/14/2026 |
Cited Answers · Verified Sources · County-level FAQ — applies to all of Cameron County
Common Questions
Answers verified against official agency websites and state statutes. Note: County-level FAQ — applies to all of Cameron County. No city-specific FAQ is available yet — the answers below apply to the broader jurisdiction.
What's the source for arrest records in Los Fresnos?▼
Arrest records in Los Fresnos, TX (Cameron County) come from the Los Fresnos Police Department at 200 N. Brazil Street, Los Fresnos, TX 78566 (956-233-4488). The Cameron County Sheriff's Office at 1979 W. Highway 77, San Benito, TX 78586 (956-554-6700) maintains a current inmate roster at https://www.co.cameron.tx.us/. Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552) makes adult arrest reports public. Court charges tied to arrests appear at the Cameron County District Clerk (felonies) and County Clerk (misdemeanors). The Texas DPS Computerized Criminal History at https://records.txdps.state.tx.us/ provides statewide criminal history for $3. Sources: Cameron County (https://www.co.cameron.tx.us/), TX DPS (https://www.dps.texas.gov/).
Where do I get an official criminal history report in Texas?▼
For an official criminal history report in Texas, use the Texas Department of Public Safety Computerized Criminal History (CCH) at https://records.txdps.state.tx.us/. Name-based statewide searches cost $3 each. For fingerprint-based statewide and FBI-level checks, schedule through IdentoGO at https://www.identogo.com/ — fees range $25-$40. Subjects can request their own record at https://records.txdps.state.tx.us/. The DPS Crime Records Service is at PO Box 4143, Austin, TX 78765 (512-424-2032). Court records are searchable on county-level case search systems. Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552) governs disclosure. Sources: TX DPS Crime Records (https://www.dps.texas.gov/section/crime-records), TX Judicial Branch (https://www.txcourts.gov/).
Where do I look up someone in jail or prison in Dallas?▼
To look up someone in jail or prison in Dallas, TX (Dallas County), the Dallas County Sheriff Inmate Search at https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/sheriff/inmate-information/inmate-information/ shows current detainees at Dallas County Jail. The Dallas Police Department arrest blotter is at https://www.dallaspolice.net/. For state-prison inmates from Dallas County, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Inmate Search at https://inmate.tdcj.texas.gov/InmateSearch/ shows current state inmates with offender ID, location, sentence, and parole eligibility. The Federal BOP locator at https://www.bop.gov/inmateloc/ covers federal facilities. Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552) governs disclosure. Sources: Dallas County (https://www.dallascounty.org/), TDCJ (https://www.tdcj.texas.gov/).
How do I look up a court case in New Braunfels?▼
To look up a court case in New Braunfels, TX (Comal County), contact the Comal County District Clerk at 150 N. Seguin Avenue, New Braunfels, TX 78130 (830-221-1250) for felony and civil cases. The Comal County Clerk handles misdemeanors, probate, and civil at the same address (830-221-1230). The New Braunfels Municipal Court at 1488 S. Seguin Avenue handles city ordinance violations and traffic. Online search is available at https://www.co.comal.tx.us/. Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552) governs disclosure. Certified copies cost about $1 per page plus $5 certification. Sources: Comal County (https://www.co.comal.tx.us/), New Braunfels (https://www.nbtexas.org/).
How can I obtain a police report?▼
To obtain a police report in Dallas, TX (Dallas County), contact the Dallas Police Department Records Unit at 1400 South Lamar Street, Dallas, TX 75215 (214-671-3345). Online ordering is available at https://www.dallaspolice.net/. Standard fee is $11.45 for an incident or accident report. The DPD releases reports under the Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552). The Dallas County Sheriff at https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/sheriff/inmate-information/ handles county-level incidents. For state-trooper-issued reports, use the TxDOT Crash Records Information System (CRIS) at https://cris.dot.state.tx.us/. Sources: Dallas PD (https://www.dallaspolice.net/), TX PIA (https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/GV/htm/GV.552.htm).
How do I get a criminal background check in Grayson?▼
To get a criminal background check in Grayson County, TX, the Grayson County Sheriff's Office at 200 South Crockett Street, Sherman, TX 75090 (903-813-4200) issues local clearance letters. For statewide criminal history, the Texas DPS Computerized Criminal History at https://records.txdps.state.tx.us/ provides name-based statewide searches for $3. For fingerprint-based statewide and FBI checks, use IdentoGO at https://www.identogo.com/. Court records are at the Grayson County District Clerk and County Clerk at https://www.co.grayson.tx.us/. Texas Public Information Act (Government Code Chapter 552) governs disclosure. Employment use must comply with the FCRA. Sources: TX DPS (https://www.dps.texas.gov/), Grayson County (https://www.co.grayson.tx.us/).
📊 Public Data Sources for Brownsville, TX
Aggregated from federal agencies (DOJ, FBI, EPA, IRS, CFPB, HHS-OIG, FDIC, NPPES) and local arrest feeds. All sources public-domain.
🔎 Crime Data & Public Safety Sources
Direct lookups · Brownsville, TX · external links open in new tab
Official Crime Statistics & Registries
.GOVFBI Crime Data Explorer
Official UCR / NIBRS crime stats for TX
.GOVNSOPW (Sex Offender Registry)
DOJ — search all 50 state registries
.GOVBureau of Justice Statistics
DOJ's primary criminal-justice data agency
.GOVCDC WISQARS
Injury, violence & fatality stats by county
.GOVUS Marshals 15 Most Wanted
Federal fugitives
.GOVATF Most Wanted
Firearms, arson & explosives fugitives
Interactive Crime Maps
Federal Agency Lookups (TX)
.GOVEPA ECHO
Environmental violations & enforcement by facility
.GOVNPPES NPI Registry
Search healthcare providers in TX
.GOVFDIC BankFind
FDIC-insured banks in TX
.GOVCFPB Consumer Complaints
Financial-product complaints database
.GOVOFAC Sanctions Search
US Treasury sanctions list
.GOVSEC EDGAR
Public-company filings in TX
.GOVIRS Tax-Exempt Search
501(c)(3) nonprofit lookups
.GOVUS Census Bureau
Demographics & statistics for TX
📰 Recent Federal Law Enforcement News 8 items
Statewide (TX) — federal-news feed scoped to state
FBI-Dallas
FBI-Dallas
FBI-Dallas
FBI-Dallas
FBI-Dallas
FBI-Dallas
FBI-Dallas
FBI-Dallas
🏥 Healthcare Providers (NPPES) 8
City of Brownsville, TX
| Name | City |
|---|---|
| SUSAN BOONE | BROWNSVILLE |
| MARY FORE | BROWNSVILLE |
| REBECCA CARLEO | BROWNSVILLE |
| MADELEINE CORBEIL | BROWNSVILLE |
| RAUL LOAISIGA | BROWNSVILLE |
| MARIA GUZMAN | BROWNSVILLE |
| DAGOBERTO MARTINEZ | BROWNSVILLE |
| MARTHA MARTINEZ | BROWNSVILLE |
🏭 EPA Regulated Facilities 8
| Facility | City |
|---|---|
| SOUTHSIDE WWTP | BROWNSVILLE |
| SAINT-GOBAIN ABRASIVES INC | BROWNSVILLE |
| RICH PRODUCTS CORPORATION - BROWNSVILLE | BROWNSVILLE |
| MESQUITE TRAILS SUBDIVISION | BROWNSVILLE |
| WOODLAND NO 2-C SUBDIVISION | BROWNSVILLE |
| HACIENDA WEST IX | BROWNSVILLE |
| FRASA FORWARDING | BROWNSVILLE |
| CEMEX BROWNSVILLE READY MIX PLANT | BROWNSVILLE |
💰 CFPB Consumer Complaints 6
Statewide (TX) — CFPB data not available below state level
| Date | Company | Issue |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Improper use of your report |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Problem with a company's investigati |
| 2026-05-21 | TRANSUNION INTERMEDIAT | Unable to get your credit report or |
| 2026-05-21 | Experian Information S | Incorrect information on your report |
| 2026-05-21 | Experian Information S | Problem with fraud alerts or securit |
⛔ HHS-OIG Excluded Individuals 8
City of Brownsville, TX
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| HERMELINDA ALTAMIRANO | 1128a1 |
| BLANCA AMADOR | 1128a2 |
| ARNOLDO BENAVIDEZ | 1128a2 |
| MELISSA CALZADA | 1128b4 |
| IRMA CANTU | 1128a1 |
| ROSARIO CANTU | 1128a1 |
| MARTHA CASTILLO | 1128a1 |
| LUIS DE LA GARZA | 1128a1 |
🎗 IRS Tax-Exempt Nonprofits 8
City of Brownsville, TX
🏦 FDIC-Insured Banks 1
| Bank | City |
|---|---|
| International Bank of Commerce | Brownsville |
🏛️ Latest Government Feeds 12
Direct from TX state + federal sources · no aggregators
doj_news
Dallas felon sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for attempting to rob Plano Lyft driver at gunpoint
Jul 14, 2026
FBI Field Office
Houston Man Guilty of Drug Trafficking as Part of Homeland Security Task Force Investigation in the Eastern District of Texas
Jul 13, 2026
doj_news
Frisco furry enthusiast sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for transporting child for sexual exploitation
Jul 13, 2026
doj_news
Two sentenced to federal prison in Eastern District of Texas cocaine trafficking conspiracy
Jul 13, 2026
doj_news
Illegal alien previously convicted of shooting girlfriend’s husband and other crimes sent to federal prison
Jul 13, 2026
doj_news
Houston man guilty of drug trafficking as part of Homeland Security Task Force investigation in the Eastern District of Texas
Jul 13, 2026
doj_news
Previously deported illegal alien convicted of multiple violent offenses in Houston area
Jul 10, 2026
Federal Agency
FTC Secures Major Settlement with Caremark, Resolving Antitrust Case Against Second Drug Middleman
Jul 14, 2026
Sources: state appellate courts, state AGs, DOJ, SEC, FTC, FDA, DOL, Federal Reserve, OCC, and more. Direct from .gov — never aggregated.
Recent News in Brownsville
Public-safety and law-enforcement headlines relevant to this area.
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CBP arrests man wanted for child sexual assault at Brownsville Port of Entry
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers arrested a 20-year-old man at the Brownsville Port of Entry after discovering he was wanted on a warrant charging him with sexual assaul…
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Texas Driver Is Sentenced to 60 Years in Prison for Crash That Killed 8
A jury convicted the driver of eight counts of intoxication manslaughter after he plowed into a crowd of migrants in Brownsville, Texas, last year. By Michael Levenson A Texas man …
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Driver charged with manslaughter after running red light and killing eight pedestrians in Brownsville
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