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About County Jails in Texas
Understanding county jails in the Texas
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Texas. This page lists every active county-level detention facility operating across Texas, providing families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, social workers, and the general public with fast, reliable access to accurate information about county-level incarceration. County jails are often the first longer-term facility a person is sent to after initial arrest and police booking, making this directory essential for anyone trying to locate a recently arrested loved one.
What Are County Jails and How Do They Work?
County jails in Texas are local correctional facilities operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections. They serve as the primary point of longer-term detention for individuals awaiting trial, unable to make bail, or serving shorter sentences for misdemeanor offenses.
The county jail system is decentralized — each county operates its own facility tailored to its population size, court system, and law enforcement needs. This means county jails vary significantly in size, capacity, programming, and conditions.
How County Jails Differ From Other Facilities
- County Jails: Operated by sheriff's office. Hold pretrial detainees, those unable to make bail, misdemeanor sentences under one year.
- City/Municipal Jails: Operated by city police. Shorter holds immediately after arrest before county transfer.
- Police Lockups: Short-term holding (24-72 hours) during initial booking and processing.
- State Prisons: Operated by Texas's DOC for felony sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
Types of County Correctional Facilities
- County Jail: Standard county detention facility serving the general pretrial and sentenced misdemeanor population.
- County Correctional Center: Larger facility with expanded programming, multiple housing units, and specialized services.
- County Detention Center: Often houses higher proportion of pretrial detainees or federal contract inmates.
- County Work Release Center: Minimum-security allowing day employment with evening return.
- County Medical/Mental Health Facility: Specialized units for inmates requiring ongoing medical or mental health care.
- County Honor Farm: Minimum-security where inmates perform outdoor work assignments.
How to Use This Directory
- Browse the full directory of all county jails in Texas by scrolling below.
- Filter by county using the dropdown to narrow results to a specific county.
- Switch states using the state selector to load county jails in any other US state.
- Click any facility to open its dedicated page with contact details and inmate search.
- Locate an inmate using the search feature on any facility page or our main inmate locator.
Finding an Inmate in a County Jail
County jails maintain their own inmate databases, and most offer online inmate lookup tools through the county sheriff's website. The fastest way to find someone is to identify the county where they were arrested using the directory below, then visit that facility's dedicated page to use the inmate search feature. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all county jails simultaneously.
Visitation
Policies vary considerably — some jails offer in-person contact visits, others have non-contact or video visitation only. Check visitation rules for the specific facility before planning a visit. Click any facility to view its complete visitation guidelines.
Calling an Inmate
Phone calls are outbound only from pre-approved numbers. Your number must be registered with the facility's phone provider and a prepaid account funded. Read our calling guide for complete setup instructions.
Getting Bail
Once bail is set at arraignment, pay it directly to the county jail or court, or work with a licensed bail bondsman who will post bail for a fee of 10-15% of the total amount.
Programs Available
Larger county jails typically offer GED and literacy programs, substance abuse counseling, religious services, and sometimes vocational training. Program availability varies significantly by facility size and resources.
Sheriff's Role
In most counties, the sheriff's office operates and manages the county jail. The sheriff is accountable for safe, humane, and legally compliant operation, including staffing, programming, medical services, and state/federal compliance.
Release & Reentry
Release can happen through bail, sentence completion, dismissal of charges, or court order. The transition back to daily life requires planning for employment, family reconnection, court-ordered supervision, and financial stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
County Jails by County in Texas
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Filter County Jails by County
Texas has County Jails spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the County Jails in a specific county within Texas. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
All County Jails in Texas
Complete listing of county jails
Browse the Complete List of County Jails in Texas
The full directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Texas is displayed below. Every active county-operated detention facility is included in this listing. Each entry includes the facility name, operating county, location, address, security classification, and contact information. County jails are operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections and serve as the primary detention facility for the county's pretrial population and sentenced misdemeanor offenders.
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Moore County TX Jail
700 South Bliss, Dumas, TX 79029
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Moore | View Details |
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Morris County TX Jail
502 Union St, Daingerfield, TX 75638
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Morris | View Details |
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Motley County TX Jail
701 Dundee Ave
PO Box 727, Matador, TX 79244-0727
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Motley | View Details |
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Nacogdoches County TX Jail
2306 Douglass Road, Nacogdoches, TX 75964
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Nacogdoches | View Details |
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Navarro County TX Jail
312 West 2nd Ave, Corsicana, TX 75110
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Navarro | View Details |
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Newton County TX Correctional Center
110 East Court St, Newton, TX 75966
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Newton | View Details |
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Newton County TX Jail
110 East Court St, Newton, TX 75966
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Nolan | View Details |
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Nolan County TX Jail
100 East 3rd St, Sweetwater, TX 79556
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Nolan | View Details |
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Nueces County TX Jail
901 Leopard St, Corpus Christi, TX 78401
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Nueces | View Details |
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Ochiltree County TX Jail
21 SE 6th St, Perryton, TX 79070
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Ochiltree | View Details |
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Oldham County TX Jail
105 S Main St
PO Box 452, Vega, TX 79092-0452
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Oldham | View Details |
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Orange County TX Jail
115 South Border St
PO Box 1968, Orange, TX 77630-1468
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Orange | View Details |
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Palo Pinto County TX Jail
402 Cedar St
PO Box 279, Palo Pinto, TX 76484
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Palo Pinto | View Details |
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Panola County TX Jail
314 West Wellington, Carthage, TX 75633
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Panola | View Details |
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Parker County Jail - LaSalle
612 Jameson St, Weatherford, TX 76086
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Parker | View Details |
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Parmer County TX Jail
401 3rd St
PO Box 860, Farwell, TX 79325-0860
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Parmer | View Details |
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Pecos County Juvenile Detention Center
1692 East 1-10, Fort Stockton, TX 79735-1706
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Pecos | View Details |
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Pecos County TX Jail
111 W Gallagher St, Fort Stockton, TX 79735
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Pecos | View Details |
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Polk County TX Jail
1733 N Washington Ave, Livingston, TX 77351
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Polk | View Details |
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Potter County TX Jail
13100 NE 29th St, Amarillo, TX 79111
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Potter | View Details |
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Presidio County TX Jail
310 North Highland
PO Box Drawer V, Marfa, TX 79843
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Presidio | View Details |
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Rains County TX Jail
204 E. North St
PO Box 398, Emory, TX 75440-0398
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Rains | View Details |
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Randall County TX Jail
9100 South Georgia St, Amarillo, TX 79118
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Randall | View Details |
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The Youth Center Of The High Plains - TX
9300 South Georgia St, Amarillo, TX 79118
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Randall | View Details |
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Reagan County Jail
320 N Plaza Ave Box 832
, Big Lake, TX 76932
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Reagan | View Details |
County Jails in Other States
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