Crime Lab

Business Hours

The Jefferson County Regional Crime Laboratory’s normal hours of operation are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except for Jefferson County holidays. The lab is closed during the lunch hour and evidence and other deliveries will not be accepted during that time.

If you need to reach the lab during business hours, you may call 409-726-2577.

Occasionally, lab staff may be in a meeting, in training, or out in the field, and voice mail may answer. If immediate assistance for court or crime scenes is needed, you may call the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch center at 409-835-8411 and request the Forensic Scientist on call.

After Hours

Law enforcement agencies needing assistance after hours, please call the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch center at 409-835-8411 and request the Forensic Scientist on call.

Complaints

Complaints against the Crime Lab or Crime Lab personnel should be directed to the Laboratory Director at 409-726-2577. Written complaints may also be emailed to crimelab@jeffcotx.us.