Dallas County Detention Center
Dallas County Detention Center
The 130-bed Dallas County Detention Center provides inmate information 24 hours a day by phone at 870-352-2002.
People arrested in this county on misdemeanor or felony charges are brought here first for booking and processing. Those who aren’t immediately released stay in custody until they bond out, are released on their own recognizance, or are ordered held until their trial concludes.
Want to know if someone is here? Search the facility’s roster with the inmate search tool.
After sentencing, inmates with terms under one year stay at this jail, while inmates with longer terms are transferred to the Arkansas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page tells you how to search the official jail roster, how to get to the jail, and how to use inmate services such as visitation, account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Most communication services ask for the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, so keep it on hand. If it’s missing online, call Dallas County Detention Center at 870-352-2002.
Inmate Services
Phone
870-352-2002Mailing address (personal mail)
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Dallas County Detention Center
106 South Charlotte
PO Box 689
Fordyce, AR 71742
Other Jails and Prisons
Locate an inmate in the Dallas County Detention Center by searching the Official Jail Inmate Roster, where you can view criminal charges, bond amounts, visiting eligibility, and mugshots. Or call the jail at 870-352-2002 to get the information over the phone. You can also look up an offender’s Dallas County Criminal Court Case or any other case in the state of Arkansas.
If you’re wondering whether you or someone you know has an arrest warrant in Dallas County or another city or town in Arkansas, search the same state-sponsored Criminal Court Case page. Then check the docket entries on the case for a bench warrant, a failure to appear, or active charges. If there is a warrant, contact your attorney. If you can’t afford one, one will be assigned to you after you are arrested, booked, and processed.
Dallas County Detention Center Inmate Search
See our Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Dallas County Detention Center, how jail rosters work, and what happens after booking.
For questions the FAQs don’t answer, call the Dallas County Detention Center at 870-352-2002.
The Dallas County Detention Center is licensed for 130 inmates at any given time, but it is often forced to make room for many more, especially on weekends. At most city and county jails in Arkansas, at least 40% of inmates turn over each month, another 30% every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 8-9% remain in custody between six and twelve months. Inmates held longer than twelve months are usually facing serious charges such as rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in Dallas County stay at one of the Dallas County facilities much longer.
Under the Arkansas Constitution, everyone charged with a crime is entitled to bail before trial, except for capital offenses when the proof is evident or the presumption is great. For any other charge, judges in Dallas County can release a defendant on their own recognizance, set conditions of release, or set a bail amount.
Approximately 2,600 offenders are arrested and detained by Dallas County law enforcement agencies each year.
In Fordyce, the Dallas County Detention Center shares the sheriff’s office building at 106 South Charlotte Street. Sheriff Mike Knoedl’s office runs the jail, and the main number is (870) 352-2002; the front office keeps weekday hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The jail holds men only, with room for roughly 130 people, and its population includes people waiting on local charges, people sentenced to the Arkansas Division of Correction who are waiting for transfer, and some federal detainees brought in by the U.S. Marshals. If a woman is arrested in Dallas County, call the sheriff’s office to learn where she has been taken.
The quickest check is the Dallas County jail roster, which shows photos, arrest dates, arresting agencies and charges. The sheriff also keeps a most wanted page. Felony cases are heard in the 13th Judicial Circuit, and case details appear on Search ARCourts. Anyone who suspects a warrant should call the sheriff’s office or an attorney before going in.
Following booking, Arkansas Rule of Criminal Procedure 8.1 calls for a first appearance before a judge without unnecessary delay, generally within 48 hours of arrest. Arkansas’s constitution (Art. 2, §8) makes every person bailable before conviction except for capital offenses when the proof is evident or the presumption great. Rules 9.1–9.2 tell judges to look first at release on recognizance or with conditions and to set money bail only if nothing else will reasonably bring the person back to court. A bail bond agent charges a premium of 10% of the bond, rounded up to the nearest $5 (Ark. Code §17-19-301), paid in full before release, plus small nonrefundable state fees. Call the jail for bond amounts.
NCIC Inmate Communications handles every form of contact. Open an account at account.ncic.com or call (800) 943-2189, any time of day, to fund phone calls, send text or picture messages, or schedule a video visit; video visits are billed at about 30 cents a minute. People inside cannot receive incoming calls, though approved contacts can leave voicemail, and three-way calls are not allowed. Visits generally need to be booked a day ahead.
Send legal mail and subscriptions with the person’s full name to Dallas County Detention Center, 106 South Charlotte, PO Box 689, Fordyce, AR 71742. Books should be paperback and come directly from a retailer such as Amazon. Commissary money is handled through Tiger Commissary.
Send personal mail to a scanning center at: Dallas County Detention Center, AR - PO Box 591 - Longview, Texas 75606.
There is no public bus in Fordyce, so plan to drive. The Exxon at 402 Moro St. is close to downtown, and the Super Mart at 1107 W. 4th St. also sells fuel. For a meal, the Sonic Drive-In at 1103 N. Edgar St. and the McDonald’s at 1230 N. Edgar St. are on the north side of town.
- Jail (Main): 870-352-2002
- Adult Probation: 870-352-8404
- Sheriff: 870-352-2002
What should you know about the booking process at Dallas County Detention Center?
Once arrested, the person is taken to Dallas County Detention Center for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Dallas County Detention Center include:
- Confirming identity.
- Taking mugshots for record.
- Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Comprehensive physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Access to a free phone call.
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Dallas County Detention Center at 870-352-2002.
Steps to pay bail in Dallas County
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Dallas County Detention Center in Fordyce for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 870-352-2002.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
- Pay a cash bond in full at the bonding window inside the jail or at the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order; a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor often takes debit and credit cards for an extra fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (the jail can be reached at 870-352-2002).
- Licensed bail bond agents in Dallas County are available for assistance.
- Land or a home can often serve as bond collateral: the owner provides a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value showing clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, commonly double, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To learn more about the bail process in Dallas County, Arkansas, visit the Dallas County Detention Center Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Dallas County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Dallas County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
ALL VISITS ARE VIDEO. NO FACE TO FACE VISITS.
106 South Charlotte Street
Fordyce, AR 71742
870-352-2002
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- On-site Visits are free.
- Visits are 20-30 minutes.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed two visits per week
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | No video sessions |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| SATURDAY | No video sessions |
Dallas County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
Dallas County Detention Center uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Dallas County Detention Center whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Dallas County Detention Center whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Dallas County Detention Center
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dallas County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-352-2002 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Dallas County Detention Center?
Dallas County Detention Center uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Dallas County Detention Center whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Dallas County Detention Center whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Dallas County Detention Center
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dallas County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-352-2002 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Dallas County Detention Center?
There are three choices for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Ask the jail whether it takes deposits in person before you go.
Call Dallas County Detention Center to ask whether it has a Tiger kiosk for cash or card deposits, and where it is.
If you can't get your questions answered online call the Dallas County Detention Center at 870-352-2002.
Choice 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Tiger Commissary's online site lists the services set up for each jail, such as commissary orders or deposits.
Go to Tiger's online site, pick the state and the jail, and see which services it offers there.
Choice 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
Call Dallas County Detention Center at 870-352-2002 to confirm the address to send the money order to and how they want it made out.
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting his account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 870-352-2002 to ask facility personnel who to make the money order out to, and where to send it.
How to Deposit Money in an Account for an Inmate in Dallas County Detention Center
To deposit money in an inmate's account in Dallas County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Arkansas.
- Select Dallas County Detention Center.
- Click on Web Deposits.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Dallas County Detention Center to complete your transaction.
For more detailed information on Depositing Money, Ordering Commissary, Setting up Phone & Visitation Accounts; costs, fees, restrictions, rules and more with Tiger Commissary Services, check out our Send Money Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dallas County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-352-2002 for further assistance.
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How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Dallas County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Dallas County follow these instructions:
Dallas County Detention Center uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.
In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:
- Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
- Choose Arkansas.
- Choose Dallas County Detention Center
- Select your Inmate.
- Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
- Fund your account.
NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Dallas County Detention Center, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
- Adding funds to your account: NCIC's terms cap the fee for an automated payment (web, phone menu or kiosk) at $3.00.
- NCIC shows the current per-minute rate when you set up the account.
- NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Dallas County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dallas County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-352-2002 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Dallas County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dallas County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-352-2002 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Dallas County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
The Dallas County Detention Center contracts with Tiger Commissary.
If you want to purchase Commissary for your inmate online click on the image below and follow the instructions.
How to Purchase Commissary for an Inmate in Dallas County Detention Center
To purchase commissary for an inmate in Dallas County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Arkansas.
- Select Dallas County Detention Center.
- Click on 'Order Commissary'.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Dallas County Detention Center to complete your transaction.
For more on ordering commissary through Tiger Commissary, check out our Commissary Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dallas County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-352-2002 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Dallas County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
Dallas County Detention Center uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Dallas County Detention Center whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Dallas County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Dallas County Detention Center follow these steps:
Dallas County Detention Center uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate's account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Dallas County Detention Center whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
Email – info@ncic.com
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Dallas County Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Dallas County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dallas County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-352-2002 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Dallas County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Ask Dallas County Detention Center whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Dallas County Detention Center
Ask Dallas County Detention Center whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Dallas County Detention Center what the tablets can be used for and whether there is a charge.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dallas County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-352-2002 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Dallas County?
This facility, known as "Dallas County Detention Center" is also known as Dallas County Sheriff, Dallas County Jail, Dallas County Inmate Search, Dallas County Arrests, Dallas County Jail & Sheriff .