Caldwell County Correctional Facility

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Caldwell County Correctional Facility

Staff at the 301-bed Caldwell County Correctional Facility provide inmate information by phone, 24 hours a day, at 512-398-6777.

Suspects arrested in this county for misdemeanors or felonies are brought to the jail for booking and processing. Where the charges require it, they stay in custody until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial reaches its conclusion.

You can see the jail’s roster of current inmates by using the inmate search tool.

Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve their time at this facility. Inmates sentenced to more than one year are sent to the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

On this page, learn how to search the jail roster, find the facility, and use services such as visitation, inmate account deposits, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and text messaging, tablet rentals, bail, and commissary.

Save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number to make communication easier. If it’s not listed online, call Caldwell County Correctional Facility at 512-398-6777.

Phone: 512-398-6777

Physical Address:
1204 Reed Drive
Lockhart, TX 78644

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Caldwell County Jail
1204 Reed Drive
Lockhart, TX 78644

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Caldwell County Jail
1204 Reed Drive
Lockhart, TX 78644

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Caldwell County Correctional Facility?

To search for an inmate in the Caldwell County Correctional Facility, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 512-398-6777 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Caldwell County and anywhere in Texas.

Caldwell County Correctional Facility Inmate Search

The Caldwell County Correctional Facility maintains an average of 301 offenders in custody on any given day. The Caldwell County Correctional Facility has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Caldwell County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,020 offenders.

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About the Caldwell County Correctional Facility

The Caldwell County Jail is a medium-security facility located on the outskirts of Lockhart Texas. Built in 2010, it serves as the primary correctional institution for Caldwell County. The jail has a capacity to accommodate up to 301 inmates, with separate areas for male and female detainees. The interior layout of the jail consists of multiple pods, where inmates are housed in individual cells rather than dormitory-style accommodations. This design promotes better security and minimizes conflicts among inmates.

The inmates are offenders arrested in Caldwell County that have recently been arrested for a felony or misdemeanor, are awaiting trial, or have been found guilty for their crime(s) and have been sentenced to one year or less.

The 50,000 square foot, sand-colored complex shares space with the Caldwell County Sheriff's Office 1204 Reed Drive in Lockhart, Texas.

Communication Costs

Offsite Price Per Minute (Taxes May Apply): $0.30

Cost Per Message (Taxes May Apply): $0.25

Cost Per Attachment (Taxes May Apply): $0.35

Cost Per Video Message (Taxes May Apply): $0.35

Please schedule your visit ahead of time to make sure your detainee is available.

The Caldwell County Jail offers various programs aimed at inmate rehabilitation and personal growth. These include educational classes, vocational training, substance abuse counseling, and mental health support services. Additionally, the facility provides opportunities for physical fitness, recreational activities, and religious services. These programs are designed to help inmates develop essential skills, address underlying issues, and facilitate their successful reintegration into society upon release.

 

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Steps involved in booking at Caldwell County Correctional Facility

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Caldwell County Correctional Facility for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.

The booking process typically involves the following steps at Caldwell County Correctional Facility:

  • Identification confirmation.
  • Photographs (mugshots).
  • Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
  • Potential DNA collection.
  • Conducting a physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Providing a free phone call.

For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Caldwell County Correctional Facility at 512-398-6777.

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Directions / Map to the Caldwell County Correctional Facility
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to pay bail in Caldwell County for an arrestee

Once an individual is booked at Caldwell County Correctional Facility in Lockhart, options for their release include:

1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 512-398-6777 for the bail amount.

Bail can be paid through various methods.

  • Bring the full cash bond to the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court and pay by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also take debit or credit cards for a fee through a lobby kiosk or an online bond vendor, and staff will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail: 512-398-6777).
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Caldwell County can assist with the process.
  • An owner can often pledge land or a home as bond collateral by proving clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently double the bond, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail must approve the property before release.

For more details on the bail process in Caldwell County, Texas, visit the Caldwell County Correctional Facility Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Caldwell County Correctional Facility? What is the Schedule?

Caldwell County Correctional Facility ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

1204 Reed Drive
Lockhart, TX 78644
512-398-6777

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

Caldwell County Correctional Facility 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

Caldwell County Correctional Facility 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 Caldwell County Correctional Facility 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 Caldwell County Correctional Facility whether a video visit made at the jail is free.

How to set up your Video Visit

  • Register here.  
  • Select Caldwell County Correctional Facility
  • 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 Caldwell County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 512-398-6777 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Caldwell County Correctional Facility?

Caldwell County Correctional Facility ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

1204 Reed Drive
Lockhart, TX 78644
512-398-6777

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

Caldwell County Correctional Facility 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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Caldwell County Correctional Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 512-398-6777 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Caldwell County Correctional Facility?

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit at correctpay.com.
  • Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit using the iOS or Android app.

correctpay.com Assistance:

24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Caldwell County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Caldwell County Correctional Facility follow these steps:

  • Register with correctpay by creating an account.
  • Select Texas, then select Caldwell County Correctional Facility, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
  • You can deposit money four ways:
  • Deposit online at correctpay.com.
  • Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Caldwell County Correctional Facility.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Caldwell County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 512-398-6777 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Caldwell County Correctional Facility?

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Caldwell County Correctional Facility?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Caldwell County follow these instructions:

Caldwell County Correctional Facility 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 Texas.
  • Choose Caldwell County Correctional Facility
  • 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 Caldwell County Correctional Facility, 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 Caldwell 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 Caldwell County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 512-398-6777 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Caldwell County Correctional Facility, and what can I send them?

Caldwell County Correctional Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Ask the Caldwell County Correctional Facility whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Caldwell County Correctional Facility also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Caldwell County Jail
1204 Reed Drive
Lockhart, TX 78644



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Caldwell County Jail
1204 Reed Drive
Lockhart, TX 78644



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
Ask the Caldwell County Correctional Facility whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Caldwell County Correctional Facility standards will be disposed of. 
Ask the Caldwell County Correctional Facility whether hardcover books are accepted.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Caldwell County Jail
1204 Reed Drive
Lockhart, TX 78644

Caldwell County Correctional Facility Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Caldwell County Correctional Facility there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Caldwell County Correctional Facility:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Caldwell County Jail
1204 Reed Drive
Lockhart, TX 78644


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Caldwell County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 512-398-6777 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Caldwell County Correctional Facility, and what can I purchase?

Purchasing a Caldwell County Correctional Facility Inmate Commissary

Caldwell County Correctional Facility allows inmates to purchase commissary, which is a jail affiliated store that sells snacks, hygiene products, stationary, clothing and even e-cigs and nicotine pouches (where allowed).

You can buy commissary for an inmate using an online service called Kellwell Commissary. 

These items can be purchased once a week.

This amount you can spend each week is set by the facility. Call 512-398-6777 in order to confirm the amount that cannot be exceeded.

Inmates have access to commissary packages that can be purchased and shipped to the inmate by friends and family.

You can also go to our Inmate Money page for information on how to send money to an inmate.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Caldwell County Correctional Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 512-398-6777 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Caldwell County Correctional Facility using an Online Messaging Service?

Caldwell County Correctional Facility 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 Caldwell County Correctional Facility 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 Caldwell County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Caldwell County Correctional Facility follow these steps:

Caldwell County Correctional Facility 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 Caldwell County Correctional Facility 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 Caldwell County Correctional Facility check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Caldwell County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Caldwell County Correctional Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 512-398-6777 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Caldwell County Correctional Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Ask Caldwell County Correctional Facility whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.



How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Caldwell County Correctional Facility

Ask Caldwell County Correctional Facility whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.

Ask Caldwell County Correctional Facility 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 Caldwell County Correctional Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 512-398-6777 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Caldwell County?

Caldwell Guadalupe Hays Gonzales Bastrop Fayette Travis
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