Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office: Jail, Inmate Search, Visitation, Warrants & Public Safety
The practical 2026 field guide to the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office — with verified addresses for every detention facility, real phone numbers, visitation rules split by last name, mail and money deposit instructions, warrant lookup, and the shortcuts locals use to avoid wasted trips to downtown Fort Worth.
⚡ Quick Answer: Reach the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office
The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office is led by Sheriff Bill E. Waybourn and headquartered at 200 Taylor Street, 7th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76196. Main non-emergency line: (817) 884-1213. Administration: (817) 884-3099. Detention Bureau and inmate inquiries: (817) 884-3116. For inmate searches, use the official county portal inmatesearch.tarrantcounty.com. Emergencies: dial 9-1-1.
Last verified against official Tarrant County government sources: April 2026
📋 What This Guide Covers
- Overview of the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office
- Sheriff Bill E. Waybourn & Leadership
- Divisions: Detention, Operations, Admin
- The 4 TCSO Detention Facilities
- How to Run a Tarrant County Inmate Search
- Visitation Rules (A–L vs M–Z Schedule)
- Sending Money: Kiosks, Online, Mail
- Inmate Mail & Digital Correspondence
- Bond Information & Bail Process
- Warrant Search & Most Wanted
- Public Records, Reports, Alarm Permits
- Patrol Division & Courtesy Patrol
- Careers: Deputy & Detention Officer Jobs
- Insider Tips Locals Use
- All Official Phone Numbers & Addresses
- Frequently Asked Questions
Overview of the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office
The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) is the primary law enforcement agency for all unincorporated areas of Tarrant County and the custodian of every person booked into the county jail system. It is one of the largest sheriff’s offices in Texas, serving a county population of over 2.1 million people across 863 square miles.
TCSO operates under a three-bureau structure: the Sheriff’s Administration, the Detention Bureau, and the Operations Bureau. The Detention Bureau runs four active jail facilities in downtown and north Fort Worth. The Operations Bureau handles patrol, criminal investigations, warrants, judicial services, and communications.
The office books roughly 35,000 people per year into custody and houses approximately 5,000 inmates daily across its facilities. The Detention Bureau has consistently met Texas Commission on Jail Standards certification every year since 1995, a standard most Texas counties of comparable size struggle to maintain.
Sheriff Bill E. Waybourn & Leadership
Sheriff Bill E. Waybourn has led the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office since taking office in January 2017. He brought over 30 years of law enforcement experience to the role and was previously the Dalworthington Gardens Police Chief. Voters re-elected him most recently in the November 2024 general election.
The HELOS Core Values
Sheriff Waybourn’s administration operates on five stated core values summarized by the acronym HELOS, which appears on every internal training document and public-facing statement from the office.
- H — Honorable Character: Doing what is right, even when nobody is looking
- E — Empowerment: Everything begins with mutual trust and respect
- L — Lead: Leading and serving with competency, consistency, and transparency
- O — Our Team Is Our Priority
- S — Strive for Excellence: Honor and integrity in everything we do
For formal inquiries to the Sheriff’s office itself, contact Sheriff’s Administration at (817) 884-3099 or use the Media and Public Information page.
TCSO Divisions: How the Department Is Organized
Knowing which division handles what saves you hours on the phone. Calling Detention when you need a crash report — or calling Patrol when you need an inmate release time — sends you in circles. Here is how the work is split.
Detention Bureau
The Detention Bureau manages all four jail facilities, inmate classification, medical services, commissary, visitation, and inmate property. About 1,000 certified detention officers and peace officers are assigned here. Start at the official Detention Bureau page for any custody-related question.
Operations Bureau — Five Major Divisions
- Patrol Division: 24/7 road patrol for unincorporated Tarrant County, traffic enforcement, vacation watches, loose livestock, and courtesy patrol
- Criminal Investigations: Homicide, robbery, sex crimes, human trafficking task force, internal affairs, victim assistance
- Judicial Services: Civil process, evictions, writs, courthouse security, judge protection
- Communications & Technology: Dispatch, alarm permits, records requests, accident reports, letters of incarceration
- Personnel & Training: Training academy, background investigations, recruiting, internships
Sheriff’s Administration
Handles media inquiries, the 287(g) immigration program, Senate Bill 4 compliance, racial profiling reports, the Chaplain’s program, and executive leadership.
The Four TCSO Detention Facilities (All Addresses Verified)
Tarrant County runs four separate detention facilities, each with its own purpose, address, and capacity. Knowing which one holds your inmate matters — it determines where you visit, where you mail letters, and which lobby kiosk to use.
1. Tarrant County Corrections Center (Main Jail)
📍 100 North Lamar Street, Fort Worth, TX 76196
📞 (817) 884-3000 (main) · (817) 884-3116 (inmate info)
Primary intake and classification hub in downtown Fort Worth. This is where nearly every Tarrant County arrest is initially booked, ID’d, and either released, bonded, or transferred to another facility.
2. Belknap Facility
📍 350 West Belknap Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
📞 (817) 884-3116 · (817) 884-1187
Historic facility in downtown Fort Worth. Houses classified inmates and supports the Corrections Center’s intake workflow. Some inmates are temporarily held here before court.
3. Green Bay Facility
📍 2500 Urban Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76106
Large medium-security jail in north Fort Worth with a 1,596-bed capacity. Holds county-sentenced inmates serving up to 24 months, plus overflow from the Corrections Center. The Patrol Division also maintains office space at this location.
4. Lon Evans Corrections Center
📍 600 West Weatherford Street, Fort Worth, TX 76196
Named for a former Tarrant County sheriff. Handles adult inmates with visitation scheduling governed by the same unified TCSO policy as the other facilities.
How to Run a Tarrant County Inmate Search
The official Tarrant County inmate search is the fastest way to confirm whether someone is in TCSO custody, which facility they are held at, their booking charges, and their bond amount. Third-party sites pull the same data but with a delay.
Step-by-Step: TCSO Inmate Search
Open the official portal
Go to inmatesearch.tarrantcounty.com. This is the only authoritative live database — bookmark it.
Enter search criteria
Search by last name + first name, partial last name, or CID (Central Identification) number if you have it from a bond paperwork. Date of birth narrows ambiguous results.
Click the record
The detail page shows: current facility, housing location, booking date and time, all charges, bond amount per charge, bond type, court date if scheduled, and hold information (federal detainer, other county warrants, ICE hold).
Verify before sending money or visiting
Jail transfers happen daily. Always re-check the facility the day of your planned visit or deposit — an inmate moved overnight from Corrections Center to Green Bay will cause a wasted trip if you show up at the wrong address.
Use the Daily Booked-In Report for recent arrests
If the online search has not updated yet, check the Daily Booked-In Reports — published each business day listing every person booked in the prior 24 hours.
Tarrant County Jail Visitation Rules (2026)
TCSO enforces a unified visitation policy across all four jail facilities. The rules are strict and consistent — break them and your visit gets cancelled with no refund of your drive.
The Core Rules
- Each inmate may receive a maximum of 3 visits per week (not including attorney or professional visits)
- One visit per inmate per day, 30 minutes for local visitors
- Out-of-town visitors living more than 150 miles from Fort Worth city limits receive a 40-minute visit (residence verified at the time of the visit)
- Maximum of 2 adults and 2 children under 17 per visit slot
- Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times
- Visitor sign-up begins 30 minutes before visiting hours start
- No visitor processing after 8:30 p.m.
- Anyone who has been incarcerated in a Tarrant County facility within the past 6 months is not authorized to visit
Visitation Dress Code (Strictly Enforced)
- No miniskirts or similarly short attire
- No low-cut tops or revealing necklines
- No bare midriffs
- No clothing with obscene or offensive language or imagery
- No weapons of any kind
- No purses, handbags, backpacks, or diaper bags
- No food, drink, gum, pictures, books, or toys
Dress conservatively, wear closed-toe shoes, and bring only a photo ID and your car key. Items left with the front desk are at your own risk.
What to Bring to TCSO Visitation
- Valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, military ID)
- Proof of residence if you are an out-of-town visitor claiming the 40-minute extended window
- A car key — leave the rest of the keychain and remote fob in the car if possible
- Nothing else — no purse, no wallet, no phone inside the secure area
Full written rules are posted on the official TCSO Visitation page.
Sending Money to a Tarrant County Inmate
TCSO contracts with Access Corrections Secure Deposits for most online and phone deposits, with additional support for CashPayToday walk-in cash, USPS and Western Union money orders, and lobby kiosks in every jail facility. Personal checks and cash in an envelope are rejected at intake.
Option 1: Access Corrections (Online or Phone)
The fastest method for most families. Deposits post quickly and can be made from any device.
Go to Access Corrections
Open accesscorrections.com and register a free account using a real ID match.
Select Texas → Tarrant County
Choose the correct facility where your inmate is housed — Corrections Center, Belknap, Green Bay, or Lon Evans.
Search for the inmate
Enter last name, first name, and CID (booking) number for exact match. Confirm the photo and charges before depositing.
Deposit via Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or AmEx
Handling fees start at $2.95 and scale with deposit size. Deposits post to the inmate’s trust account the same day in most cases.
Save your confirmation
Keep the receipt. If a deposit fails to post within 24 hours, call Access Corrections at (866) 345-1884, their 24/7 bilingual support line.
Option 2: CashPayToday (Walk-In Cash)
For cash-only deposits, register free at cashpaytoday.com and print your personal barcode. Present the barcode plus cash at any participating Dollar General or partner retailer, typically 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Option 3: Jail Lobby Kiosk
Every TCSO jail lobby has an Access Corrections kiosk accepting cash, debit, or credit card. Bring a photo ID (some deposits require verification). Kiosks are available during facility lobby hours.
Option 4: Money Order by Mail
Buy a USPS or Western Union money order — never a personal check. Make it out to either the inmate or “Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office.” Write the inmate’s full legal name and CID number on the memo line.
Inmate Money Order Mailing Address
Inmate’s Full Name & CID Number
Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office Detention Bureau
100 N. Lamar Street
Fort Worth, TX 76196
Questions: (817) 884-3116
Inmate Mail & Digital Correspondence
TCSO has shifted most general inmate correspondence to a digital scanning process. Your letter is sent to a central address, scanned, and delivered electronically to the inmate’s tablet or printed and delivered to their housing area.
Mail Rules (Apply to All 4 Facilities)
- Letters no larger than 12 inches by 16 inches
- Only a small number of unframed personal photos per envelope
- No Polaroid photos, no glitter, no stickers, no wax seals, no perfume
- No cash, no checks, no money orders inside general correspondence envelopes
- Legal mail goes directly to the Corrections Center — envelope must be clearly marked “Legal Mail”
- New softback books must come directly from a publisher, not from a friend or family member
- Magazines must be active subscriptions mailed from the publisher
Full mailroom rules are on the Inmate Correspondence page. Address all general mail to 100 N. Lamar Street, Fort Worth, TX 76196 with the inmate’s full name and CID number.
Bond Information, Bail Bonds & Release Process
If someone you love was just booked into Tarrant County custody, understanding the bond process can shorten their stay from days to hours. The bond amount and bond type are set by a magistrate judge during a hearing that happens within 48 hours of arrest.
Bond Types in Tarrant County
Bond Type | What It Means | Typical Cost to Family |
|---|---|---|
Cash Bond | Full bond amount paid in cash to the Sheriff’s Office; refunded after case disposition if defendant appears | 100% of bond amount |
Surety Bond | Licensed bail bondsman posts the bond for a non-refundable fee | Typically 10% of bond amount |
Personal Recognizance (PR) | Defendant released on their written promise to appear — no money required | $0 (judge approval required) |
Attorney Bond | Licensed attorney posts bond for fee — fee rolled into legal representation | Varies by attorney |
How to Check Current Bond Amounts
Run the inmate search
Current bond amount appears on each charge line in the detail page at inmatesearch.tarrantcounty.com.
Check the Daily Bond Report
The Daily Bond Reports page publishes same-day bond changes from magistrate hearings.
Call a licensed bail bondsman
If using a surety bond, pick a bondsman licensed by the Tarrant County Bail Bond Board. Unlicensed “bondsmen” are a red flag.
Pay at the Corrections Center
Cash bonds and bondsman-posted surety bonds are processed 24/7 at the main Corrections Center at 100 N. Lamar.
Wait for release
From bond posting to physical release typically takes 4 to 12 hours because of walk-through paperwork, property return, holds from other jurisdictions, and medical clearance.
Warrant Search & Most Wanted
The TCSO Operations Bureau Criminal Investigations Division maintains a searchable active warrant database and a publicly posted Most Wanted list. If you think you may have a warrant, it is far safer to check than to be arrested during a traffic stop.
How to Check for a Tarrant County Warrant
Use the Criminal Warrants lookup
Go to the Criminal Warrants page on the official TCSO site.
Check the Most Wanted list
The Most Wanted page lists active felony fugitives wanted by TCSO with photos and charges.
Submit an anonymous tip
If you recognize someone on the wanted list, submit a tip to Crime Stoppers at 469tips.com. Rewards up to $1,000 for information leading to an arrest.
Consult an attorney before turning yourself in
If you discover you have a warrant, talk to a criminal defense attorney before walking into the jail. An attorney can arrange a “walk-through” bond that lets you post bail the same day and avoid overnight detention.
Public Records, Accident Reports & Alarm Permits
TCSO Communications & Technology Division handles almost every records request the public needs. There is a separate URL for each kind of request — going directly to the right page saves days.
Get a copy of a Sheriff’s Office traffic crash report.
Request Accident Report →Required for homes and businesses in unincorporated Tarrant County.
Apply for Alarm Permit →Official proof of custody — needed for employers, courts, or benefits.
Request Letter →General Sheriff’s records requests under Texas Public Information Act.
Submit PIA Request →Request your own arrest and criminal history record.
Criminal History →Neighborhood-level crime incidents across the county.
Crime Map →Patrol Division & Community Services
The Patrol Division handles 24/7 calls for service in all unincorporated areas of Tarrant County. If you live outside a municipal police jurisdiction — meaning no city police department — TCSO is your primary first responder.
Patrol Services You Can Request
- Vacation Watch: Deputies periodically check your home while you are out of town — request here
- Courtesy Patrol: Roadside motorist assistance for stalled vehicles, running out of gas, flat tires on highways
- Crime Prevention & Neighborhood Watch: Free educational programs and National Night Out coordination
- Traffic Complaints: Report chronic speeding or reckless driving in your neighborhood — traffic problem form
- Loose Livestock: Cattle, horses, or other livestock at large — livestock info
- Dangerous Dog Report: Vicious dog information
Careers: Deputy Sheriff & Detention Officer Jobs
TCSO actively recruits for both Deputy Sheriff (TCOLE licensed peace officer) and Detention Officer positions year-round. The agency advertises lateral hiring for certified Texas peace officers — meaning existing officers from other Texas agencies can skip the full academy and start field training faster.
How to Apply
Review open positions
Check the TCSO Employment Opportunities page and the county jobs board at governmentjobs.com/careers/tarrant.
Meet basic requirements
US citizen, at least 21 years old (or 18 with military service for some positions), high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, clean criminal history with no felony convictions or Class A misdemeanors.
Submit the county application
Apply online through the Government Jobs portal. Include all law enforcement, military, and relevant work history.
Complete the background investigation
TCSO Background Investigators conduct polygraph exams, neighborhood canvassing, credit and driving record review, and reference interviews.
Pass the medical, psychological, and physical agility tests
All three are required before academy placement for uncertified candidates.
Academy or lateral field training
New hires without TCOLE certification complete the TCSO training academy. Lateral hires (already TCOLE-certified peace officers) skip academy and move into field training.
Insider Tips Locals Use (Save Hours of Frustration)
Official TCSO Phone Numbers & Addresses
Mailing Addresses
Purpose | Address |
|---|---|
Sheriff’s Office Administration | 200 Taylor Street, 7th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76196 |
Inmate letters & money orders (all facilities) | Inmate Name + CID #, TCSO Detention Bureau, 100 N. Lamar Street, Fort Worth, TX 76196 |
Corrections Center (main jail) | 100 North Lamar Street, Fort Worth, TX 76196 |
Belknap Facility | 350 West Belknap Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102 |
Green Bay Facility | 2500 Urban Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76106 |
Lon Evans Corrections Center | 600 West Weatherford Street, Fort Worth, TX 76196 |
Office Hours
- Sheriff’s Administration: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Jail operations: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Booking and intake: 24/7 at the Corrections Center
- Visitation: varies by facility and inmate last name — confirm on the Visitation page
Office Location Map
Official TCSO Resource Directory
Main Sheriff’s Office portal with all division links.
Visit Sheriff Homepage →Official Tarrant County inmate lookup database.
Run Inmate Search →Jail operations, facilities, and standards overview.
Detention Bureau →Full visitation schedule and dress code.
Visitation Rules →Official inmate trust fund deposit options.
Money Deposits →Bond types, amounts, and posting procedures.
Bond Info →Letter, book, and photo mail rules.
Mail Rules →Daily list of new bookings.
Booked-In Reports →Same-day bond changes from magistrate court.
Bond Reports →Active warrants search and information.
Warrants →Publicly posted wanted fugitives.
Most Wanted →Neighborhood crime incidents county-wide.
Crime Map →Anonymous tips with cash rewards.
469tips.com →Automatic alerts on custody status changes.
VINE Texas →Deputy Sheriff and Detention Officer openings.
Careers →Licensed Tarrant County bondsman roster.
Bond Board →Related Tarrant County Guides
Deep-dive into visitation, bond, commissary, and inmate services.
Tarrant County Jail Guide →Death investigations, autopsy reports, and death records.
Medical Examiner Guide →State prison lookup if your inmate was transferred to TDCJ.
TDCJ Search Guide →Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the current Tarrant County Sheriff?
Sheriff Bill E. Waybourn has served as the Tarrant County Sheriff since January 2017. He brought over 30 years of law enforcement experience to the role and operates the agency under five core values summarized as HELOS: Honorable Character, Empowerment, Lead, Our Team is Our Priority, and Strive for Excellence.
What is the phone number for the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office?
The main non-emergency line is (817) 884-1213. For Sheriff’s Administration call (817) 884-3099. For jail and inmate information, call the Detention Bureau at (817) 884-3116 or the Corrections Center directly at (817) 884-3000. For any life-threatening emergency, dial 9-1-1.
Where is the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office located?
The Sheriff’s Office administrative headquarters is at 200 Taylor Street, 7th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76196. The main jail (Corrections Center) is nearby at 100 North Lamar Street, Fort Worth, TX 76196. Office hours for administration are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jail operations run 24/7.
How many jail facilities does Tarrant County operate?
Four active TCSO detention facilities: the Corrections Center (main jail) at 100 N. Lamar, the Belknap Facility at 350 W. Belknap Street, the Green Bay Facility at 2500 Urban Drive, and the Lon Evans Corrections Center at 600 W. Weatherford Street — all in Fort Worth. Together they house approximately 5,000 inmates daily.
How do I find out if someone is in Tarrant County Jail?
Use the official inmate search at inmatesearch.tarrantcounty.com. Search by last name, first name, or CID number. The detail page shows current facility, housing location, booking date, all charges, bond amounts, and any holds from other jurisdictions. If the person was just arrested and does not appear yet, call the Corrections Center at (817) 884-3000 — intake officers can confirm custody before the database updates.
What are the Tarrant County Jail visitation hours?
Visitation schedules are set by TCSO policy with sign-up beginning 30 minutes before visiting hours start. No visitor processing is allowed after 8:30 p.m. Each inmate is allowed up to 3 visits per week, with each local visit lasting 30 minutes (40 minutes for out-of-town visitors beyond 150 miles from Fort Worth). Confirm current schedule at the official TCSO Visitation page before driving.
What is the dress code for Tarrant County Jail visits?
No miniskirts or very short attire, no low-cut or revealing tops, no bare midriffs, no clothing with obscene or offensive language. Visitors must wear shoes and shirts. Dress conservatively. Closed-toe shoes are recommended. No purses, handbags, backpacks, diaper bags, food, drink, gum, books, toys, or pictures can be brought inside — everything except ID and a car key must stay in your vehicle.
How do I send money to an inmate in Tarrant County Jail?
Use Access Corrections Secure Deposits at accesscorrections.com for the fastest online method — fees start at $2.95. You can also deposit cash or card at a jail lobby kiosk, walk-in cash via CashPayToday at participating Dollar General stores, or mail a USPS or Western Union money order to Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office Detention Bureau, 100 N. Lamar, Fort Worth, TX 76196 with the inmate’s full name and CID number. Never mail cash or personal checks.
What is a CID number?
CID stands for Central Identification number — Tarrant County’s internal booking number assigned at intake. It appears on the inmate search detail page and is required for deposits, mail, bond posting, phone registration, and every other inmate-related transaction. Write it down before calling or sending anything.
How do I mail a letter to a Tarrant County inmate?
Address your letter to the inmate’s full legal name plus their CID number at Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office Detention Bureau, 100 N. Lamar, Fort Worth, TX 76196. Letters must be no larger than 12 by 16 inches. A small number of unframed personal photos per envelope are allowed. No Polaroids, no glitter, no stickers, no cash, no checks. General mail is now scanned and delivered electronically or printed to the inmate.
How do I post bond for someone in Tarrant County Jail?
Check the current bond amount on the inmate search detail page. You can post cash for 100% of the bond amount at the Corrections Center 24/7, hire a licensed bail bondsman from the Tarrant County Bail Bond Board roster (typically 10% non-refundable fee), use an attorney bond, or in some cases be released on Personal Recognizance by judge approval. Allow 4 to 12 hours between posting and physical release due to processing, property return, and hold verification.
Does Tarrant County have conjugal visits?
No. Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office does not permit conjugal visits at any of its four detention facilities, following standard Texas jail policy. All visits are non-contact or contact per unit rules, closely monitored, and limited in duration.
Can I check if I have a warrant in Tarrant County?
Yes. Use the TCSO Criminal Warrants page to search the active warrant database. You can also check court status on the Tarrant County Public Access Court Portal to see failure-to-appear flags and upcoming hearings. If you discover an active warrant, consult a criminal defense attorney before walking into the jail — an attorney can often arrange a same-day walk-through bond to avoid overnight detention.
How do I submit an anonymous crime tip?
Submit tips to Tarrant County Crime Stoppers at 469tips.com. Information leading to an arrest can qualify for cash rewards up to $1,000. Anonymous tip submission is available online, by phone, or by text and is not traced back to the source.
How do I request an accident report from the Sheriff’s Office?
Go to the TCSO Accident Report page under the Communications and Technology Division. You will need basic case information: date, location, involved parties’ names, or a case number. Fees apply per Texas statute. Reports are typically available within 7 to 14 days of the incident after trooper or deputy report filing.
Does TCSO handle alarm permits for my home?
Yes, if your residence is in unincorporated Tarrant County or an area that contracts alarm response through TCSO. Alarm permits are required by county code to avoid false-alarm fines. Apply online through the TCSO Communications and Technology alarm permit page.
How do I apply to become a Tarrant County Sheriff’s Deputy?
Applications are accepted year-round through the county Government Jobs portal. Basic requirements: US citizen, at least 21 years old, high school diploma or GED, clean criminal history with no felony or Class A misdemeanor convictions, valid driver’s license. TCOLE-certified Texas peace officers can apply for lateral positions that bypass the full academy. The full process includes polygraph, background investigation, medical, psychological, and physical agility tests.
What does TCSO do for unincorporated parts of Tarrant County?
TCSO Patrol Division is the primary 24/7 law enforcement agency for all unincorporated areas — meaning areas without a municipal police department. Services include patrol response, traffic enforcement, vacation house watches, courtesy motorist assistance, neighborhood watch coordination, loose livestock response, dangerous dog complaints, and crime prevention programs.
Is the Tarrant County Jail certified?
Yes. The Tarrant County Detention Bureau has passed Texas Commission on Jail Standards certification every year since 1995. TCJS sets minimum standards for construction, maintenance, operations, staffing, health services, and inmate rights in every Texas county jail, with annual inspections and corrective-action requirements for any deficiencies.
How do I request a Letter of Incarceration for my loved one?
Submit a Letter of Incarceration request through the TCSO Communications and Technology Records page. These letters are commonly needed for court proceedings in other jurisdictions, employer documentation, benefit verification, or child support modifications. Processing typically takes several business days.
Last Updated: April 2026 · Next Scheduled Review: July 2026