Verify a Comal County Warrant Before You Act on It
Comal County does not appear to publish one complete public list containing every active Sheriff’s warrant. If you are checking a possible warrant, start with the county judicial-record search, identify the court and cause number, and then confirm the status with the Sheriff’s Warrant Section or the court that issued it.
That distinction matters. A felony warrant, County Court at Law misdemeanor warrant, Justice of the Peace warrant and New Braunfels municipal warrant can appear in different systems and can require different steps to resolve.
830-620-3411
3005 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels
Search defendant names and cause numbers online.
Use the Municipal Court record search separately.
Official procedures checked August 23, 2026.
There is more than one kind of Comal County warrant search
Look for a District Court criminal case and review the actions for warrant, capias, bond and hearing activity.
Felony warrant routeFiled misdemeanor cases can be searched by defendant name or case number. The Criminal Clerk can confirm filed-case information.
Misdemeanor routeJustice of the Peace warrants may result from failure to comply with a court order, ticket or other JP matter.
Justice Court routeThe city’s online record search provides warrant status for New Braunfels Municipal Court cases.
Municipal warrant routeSearch the Comal County Judicial Record Search first
Comal County links its public Judicial Record Search from the Sheriff, District Clerk and County Court at Law pages. The system is useful because it can connect a name to a filed criminal case before you call the Warrant Section.
Phone: 830-620-3411
Sheriff: 3005 W. San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130
Sheriff office hours published for the Warrant/Civil section: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
“Most Wanted” is not a complete active warrant database
The Sheriff’s official Warrants/Civil page links to Comal County Crime Stoppers and a Most Wanted resource. That can help with specifically featured fugitives, but it should not be used as proof that someone has—or does not have—an active warrant.
A selected group of wanted people publicized for law-enforcement purposes.
Not: every outstanding warrant in Comal County.
Shows filed criminal case information and case activity.
Best for: identifying the cause and issuing court.
The Sheriff’s unit enters, clears, updates and maintains warrants processed in Comal County.
Best for: current county warrant confirmation.
Know what the record is telling you before you call
| Term | Practical meaning | Do not assume | Next check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arrest warrant | A written order directing that the named or described accused person be taken into custody. | That an older online reference is still active today. | Confirm with the issuing court or Warrant Section. |
| Capias | A court-issued command to take a defendant into custody in an existing criminal proceeding. | That it has the same resolution options as a traffic warrant. | Read the case docket and current bond status. |
| Failure to appear | A missed required appearance can trigger additional court action and a warrant. | That merely scheduling a future visit automatically recalls the warrant. | Ask the court what must be completed before status changes. |
| Bond forfeiture | A bond-related failure can result in additional court action and a new capias or arrest process. | That the original bond is still usable. | Ask about the current bond order. |
| Recall / quash / withdrawn | Court activity may indicate that a previously issued warrant is no longer enforceable. | That a vague docket note is enough for official proof. | Verify with the court or Sheriff. |
| Personal bond | Release may be allowed without posting the full cash amount when authorised by the court or magistrate. | That every warrant qualifies. | Review the magistrate’s current order. |
| Surety bond | A licensed bondsman posts the bond under an agreement with the accused. | That every advertised company is currently authorised in Comal County. | Use the current Bail Bond Board list. |
| Cash bond | The full court-set amount is deposited subject to the case and court rules. | That the jail accepts internet payment. | Confirm the exact amount and jail payment method. |
How to check a possible Comal County felony warrant
150 N. Seguin Avenue, Suite 3009
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone: 830-221-1250
Monday–Thursday: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Closed noon–1:00 p.m. for lunch
Check a Class A or Class B misdemeanor warrant
Comal County’s County Court at Law Clerk specifically lists “Do I have a warrant?” among the questions its criminal section can answer for filed misdemeanor cases.
199 Main Plaza, Suite 1013
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Main: 830-221-1240
Criminal: option 3
Records: 830-221-1149
Office: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Lobby closes 4:30 p.m.; closed noon–1:00 p.m.
A JP warrant can remain active for years until it is resolved
Comal County’s official Constable information warns against a common assumption: a Justice of the Peace warrant does not automatically disappear because several years have passed.
| Precinct | Address | Phone | Published hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| JP #1 | 145 David Jonas Drive, New Braunfels, TX 78132 | 830-608-2025 | Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. |
| JP #2 | 30470 Cougar Bend, Bulverde, TX 78163 | 830-387-7600 | Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. |
| JP #3 | 3079 W. San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, TX 78130 | 830-626-4888 | Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; criminal docket Wednesday morning |
| JP #4 | 160 Oak Drive, New Braunfels, TX 78132 | 830-964-3886 | Mon–Fri, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. |
Use a separate search for New Braunfels Municipal Court warrants
A New Braunfels city warrant is not the same thing as a Comal County District Court or County Court at Law warrant.
550 Landa Street
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone: 830-221-4180
Email: court@newbraunfels.gov
Monday–Friday: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. or by appointment
Why a warrant may not appear in the first search
Confirm the facts before going to an office or sending money
Fine-only or citation matter
The issuing JP or municipal court may have procedures for payment, appearance, setting a hearing or requesting another form of relief.
Ask that court what changes the warrant status.
Felony, misdemeanor or bond-related warrant
Do not treat the case like a parking ticket. Confirm the court, charge, warrant, bond and possible surrender procedure.
Consider consulting a licensed Texas criminal-defense lawyer before appearing.
Do not confront someone because of an online warrant result
If you are checking a warrant for another person, use the search for verification—not confrontation.
Common names can produce the wrong defendant. Match date of birth, case history and known details when available.
An older warrant entry can later be recalled, served or replaced by another court order.
If you have information about a wanted person, contact law enforcement or Crime Stoppers. Do not attempt detention yourself.
830-620-TIPS (8477)
614-C South Business IH 35, New Braunfels, TX 78130
What happens next in Comal County
3000 IH 35 South
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone: 830-643-3844
Office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; closed noon–1:00 p.m.
Do not pay until every active case and hold is checked
3000 IH 35 South
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone: 830-620-3450, ext. 2019
Published office hours: 5:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
Check the Comal County Jail record after the warrant is served
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone: 830-620-3450
The current jail opened in 2020 and is operated by the Comal County Sheriff.
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone: 830-620-3412
Fax: 830-608-0147
Comal County visitation, calls and money basics
In-person and video visits are scheduled through IC Solutions, the Bonding Lobby kiosk or by phone.
IC Solutions: 888-506-8407
Visitors must arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled visit and bring valid U.S. government-issued identification.
The Sheriff states that a person who was incarcerated in Comal County Jail during the previous six months may not participate in an in-person visit.
Current personal inmate-mail address
Inmate’s First and Last Name; SO Number
P.O. Box 16120
Jonesboro, AR 72401
Request the underlying record when the online entry is not enough
If you need a warrant-related jail record, booking document or other Sheriff-held information, use the office that maintains that particular record.
Jail / booking records
Requests go to the Criminal / Jail Records Division.
- Requests must be in writing.
- Online, in-person and fax options are published.
- Requests are processed in received order.
- The county states that requests may take up to 10 business days.
Court records
Use the Clerk that maintains the filed criminal case.
- District Court felony → District Clerk.
- County misdemeanor → County Court at Law Clerk.
- JP case → correct Justice Court.
- New Braunfels city case → Municipal Court.
| Request size | Published charge | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Pages 1–40 | Free | Applies to the jail open-record process described by the county. |
| More than 40 pages | $0.10 per page | Large requests can include additional research and assembly charges. |
When a warrant question becomes a legal-strategy question
A clerk or Sheriff employee can provide procedural and public-record information, but cannot advise whether to surrender, challenge probable cause, seek a bond reduction or file a particular motion.
State Bar Lawyer Referral Information ServiceAt magistration, an eligible indigent defendant can request appointed counsel. Comal County states that qualifying appointments should be made as soon as possible and no later than the end of the third working day after the Magistrate receives the request.
Read appointed-counsel procedureIf the warrant search is connected to a violent-crime case
The Comal County Sheriff’s Crime Victim Liaison helps victims and survivors with case information, the justice process, protective-order resources and referrals.
3005 W. San Antonio Street
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Phone: 830-643-3712
Office hours: 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Comal County warrant, court and jail contacts
County warrant verification and Warrant Section questions.
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New Braunfels, TX 78130
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830-221-1240, option 3
New Braunfels, TX 78130
New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-620-3450, ext. 2019
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Map: Sheriff’s Office / Warrant Section
Map: Jail, Bonding and Magistrate Court
Six warrant-search mistakes that cause the most confusion
It is not a complete list of every active Comal County warrant.
Confirm the cause number, court and another identity detail.
A city warrant and a felony District Court warrant are handled differently.
Always check later docket entries for arrest, recall or other status changes.
Comal County Jail specifically warns that it will not call demanding bond money.
Comal County says a JP warrant remains active until appropriately resolved.
Comal County active warrant questions answered
How do I search for active warrants in Comal County Texas?
Start with the official Comal County Judicial Record Search and search the person’s name or known cause number. For a county warrant, confirm the current status with the Comal County Sheriff’s Warrant Section at 830-620-3411. A court case can show warrant-related docket activity, but the Sheriff’s Warrant Section is the better source for confirming whether a county warrant remains active.
Does Comal County publish a complete online active warrant list?
The Comal County Sheriff’s official website provides a Warrants and Civil section and links to Comal County Most Wanted, but it does not currently appear to provide one public list containing every active county warrant. Most Wanted is not the same as a complete warrant database. Use the Judicial Record Search and contact the Warrant Section for confirmation.
How do I check for a felony warrant in Comal County?
Search the Comal County Judicial Record Search for a felony criminal case, then review the case actions for warrant, capias, bond or court activity. District Court criminal records are maintained through the Comal County District Clerk. For current warrant confirmation, contact the Sheriff’s Warrant Section at 830-620-3411.
How do I check a Comal County misdemeanor warrant?
Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases are handled through the Comal County Courts at Law after charges are filed. Search the county Judicial Record Search by defendant name or case number. The County Court at Law Criminal Clerk can answer filed-case questions at 830-221-1240, option 3, including whether a filed misdemeanor case shows a warrant.
How do I check a New Braunfels municipal warrant?
Use the New Braunfels Municipal Court online record search linked from the official Municipal Court page. The tool allows searches by name, citation, docket or case number and provides warrant status. You can also contact the court at 830-221-4180. New Braunfels Municipal Court is at 550 Landa Street.
Does an old Comal County Justice of the Peace warrant expire?
Do not assume that it does. Comal County’s official Constable information specifically warns that a Justice of the Peace warrant does not simply become inactive because several years have passed. The warrant remains active until the appropriate action is taken to resolve it.
What should I do if I discover an active Comal County warrant for myself?
Confirm the exact court, cause number, charge and current warrant status before taking action. Contact the court or the Comal County Sheriff’s Warrant Section for procedural information. For a felony, significant misdemeanor, bond-forfeiture warrant or any situation where legal consequences are unclear, consider speaking with a licensed Texas criminal-defense attorney before appearing or arranging surrender.
Where is someone taken after an arrest on a Comal County warrant?
A person booked into county custody is generally processed through the Comal County Jail at 3000 IH 35 South in New Braunfels. The jail’s main number is 830-620-3450. After arrest, the Comal County Magistrate Court handles initial matters such as probable cause, rights, bail, release conditions and applications for appointed counsel.
How can bond be paid after a Comal County warrant arrest?
First confirm that a bond has been set and check every active case or hold. Comal County states that cash bonds are accepted in person at the jail and must be paid by money order or cashier’s check for the exact amount. The county currently states that it does not accept wire transfers or internet cash-bond payments. A licensed local bail bond company may be used for an eligible surety bond.
Can I clear a Comal County warrant just by paying online?
Not necessarily. Some Justice of the Peace or municipal citation matters may have payment options, but payment rules depend on the court, warrant type and procedural status. A felony warrant, County Court at Law warrant, bond-forfeiture capias or other criminal warrant should not be treated like a traffic ticket. Confirm the exact court and ask what action is required before paying.