UPDATE:
25 News has obtained the indictment records for Hamilton County Sheriff Jason Boulton's arrest.
Charges involving tampered government records are related to claims Boulton falsifed several community service records dating back to 2024.
In 2025, Boulton is accused of "possessing a dangerous drug, promoting or facilitating delivery of a dangerous drug, or tampering with a government record."
The indictment also says Boulton gave a false statement to a peace officer in October 2025 as part of an investigation.
ORIGINAL:
The Texas Rangers are investigating Hamilton County Sheriff Jason Boulton.
Boulton was booked into the Coryell County jail on Wednesday by the Texas Rangers. The Texas Department of Public Safety confirmed to 25 News the investigation is still active.
According to Coryell County jail records, Boulton is charged with:
- Tampering with Government Records
- Abuse of Official Capacity
- Failure to Report
- False Statement
Bail is set at $110,000.
25 News confirmed Thursday that Boulton is no longer in the Coryell County jail.
This is a developing story. Stay with 25 News for updates on-air and online.
