Office of the Jim Wells County Attorney

01/29/2026

This morning the Commissioners Court approved moving forward with much needed waterline improvements in Rancho Alegre to improve pressure and add fire hydrants. The $400k project will be funded by a grant from the Texas Department of Agriculture- TxCDBG program.

01/26/2026

The following misdemeanor criminal cases are set for hearing on January 28, 2026 in the Jim Wells County Court at Law before Judge Rumaldo Solis:

26-51788-CR TSOT vs. Kristal Lee Martinez Fail To Identify
26-51789-CR TSOT vs. Kristal Lee Martinez Resist Arrest
26-51786-CR. TSOT vs. Edmon Daniel Hawks Evading Arrest
26-51787-CR TSOT vs. Edmon Daniel Hawks Resist Arrest
26-51790-CR TSOT vs. Chance Knutson Criminal Trespass
26-51791-CR TSOT vs. Chance Knutson Evading Arrest
26-51792-CR. TSOT vs. ChanceKnutson Resist Arrest
26-51793-CR TSOT vs. Juan Laureles Theft.B
26-51794-CR. TSOT vs. John Lee Garcia POM
26-51795-CR. TSOT vs. Victor Galvan Jr. Theft
25-51490-CR. TSOT vs. Victor Galvan Jr. Criminal Trespass
25-51491-CR TSOT vs. Victor Galvan Jr. Fail To Identify
24-51058-CR TSOT vs Rolando D, Cadena POM
25-51456-CR TSOT vs Rolando D. Cadena Theft.B
25-51662-CR TSOT vs Rolando D. Cadena POCS - PG 3
25-51663-CR TSOT vs Rolando D. Cadena POM

In accordance with Texas law, all individuals listed are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. An arrest or complaintdoes not constitute a conviction. Information provided here is based on public records and is for informational purposes only.

01/19/2026

MLK Day - January 19, 2026

01/10/2026

01/09/2026

The Jim Wells County Attorney’s Office would like to take the opportunity to recognize all Law Enforcement Agencies today!
We appreciate their dedication and the sacrifices they may face in serving and protecting the citizens of our county every day. Thank you for your service!

12/31/2025

🎉 New Year’s Safety Reminder 🎉

The Jim Wells County Sheriff’s Office would like to remind residents of Jim Wells County and surrounding counties to keep the following safety tips in mind as you celebrate:

✅ Plan Transportation: Use a sober driver, rideshare, or plan to stay overnight.
✅ Stick Together: Go with a group, stay together, and set a meeting spot.
✅ Stay Connected: Charge your phone and bring a portable charger.
✅ Secure Valuables: Keep phones and wallets in front pockets or secure bags.
✅ Watch Your Drinks: Never leave drinks unattended or accept drinks from strangers.
✅ Be Aware: Know exit routes and stay alert in large crowds.
🚫 Guns & Alcohol/Drugs Do Not Mix: Impaired judgment creates serious danger. If you are drinking, do not handle fi****ms.
⬆️ Remember: What goes up must come down.

🎆 Happy New Year from the Jim Wells County Sheriff’s Office. Stay safe!

10/29/2025

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our table yesterday evening for the annual Downtown Halloween Bash. Great turnout!

10/28/2025

The following individuals Failed to Appear for a criminal docket of cases held on October 22, 2025 in the Jim Wells County Court at Law. The Court has entered warrants into the failure to appear system for their apprehension.

24-50630-CR TSOT v. Juan C Perez
24-50641-CR TSOT v. Romero J Garcia
24-50645-CR TSOT v. Justin Joseph O'Donnell
24-50686-CR TSOT v. Scottie Halbert
24-50696-CR TSOT v. Steven Cantu
24-50697-CR TSOT v. Steven Cantu
24-50748-CR TSOT v. Carlos Sanchez
24-50763-CR TSOT v. Jose Ontiveros, Jr.
24-50899-CR TSOT v. Vanessa Ann Hernandez
24-50903-CR TSOT v. Ricardo Martinez
24-50910-CR TSOT v. Christopher John Garza
24-50936-CR TSOT v. Julian Saenz
24-51063-CR TSOT v. Enrique Sifuentes
24-51136-CR TSOT v. Miguel Esteban Villarreal
25-51236-CR TSOT v. Linda Marie Sanchez
25-51309-CR TSOT v. Robert Miguel Torres
25-51325-CR TSOT v. Rachel Ann Carrillo
25-51334-CR TSOT v. Luis Enrique Lopez
25-51337-CR TSOT v. Adrian Lee Perez
25-51338-CR TSOT v. Ray Maximiliano Quiroz
25-51354-CR TSOT v. Ricardo Hinojosa
25-51365-CR TSOT v. Jared Zuniga
25-51384-CR TSOT v. Orlando Eli Flores
25-51385-CR TSOT v. Juan Diego Jimenez
25-51387-CR TSOT v. Dora Garza Perez
25-51399-CR TSOT v. Markus Anthony Flores

* Note: All defendants remain presumed innocent.