Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
You can call the 144-bed Calhoun County Adult Detention Center 24 hours a day for inmate information at 361-553-4475.
Arrested individuals, whether for misdemeanors or felonies, are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
The inmate search tool allows you to access the facility's inmate roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Sentences longer than one year result in transfers to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides all the information you need regarding inmate services, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
It's important to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, contact Calhoun County Adult Detention Center at 361-553-4475 for help.
Inmate Services
Phone
361-553-4475Mailing address (personal mail)
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
302 W. Live Oak
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
302 W. Live Oak
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center, 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 361-553-4475 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Calhoun County and anywhere in Texas.
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center Inmate Search
The Calhoun County Adult Detention Center maintains an average of 144 offenders in custody on any given day. The Calhoun County Adult Detention Center 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 Calhoun County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,880 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Calhoun County Jail, located in Port Lavaca Texas, is a modern correctional facility designed to meet the needs of the county's inmate population.
The white concrete single story building is separate but attached to the Calhoun County Courthouse, making movement of inmates back and forth to court a low security issue for deputies.
The jail features state-of-the-art infrastructure and a capacity to house approximately 144 inmates. One unique feature of the Calhoun County jail is its innovative pod-style housing, where inmates are divided into separate living units, or pods, rather than traditional dormitory-style arrangements. This design promotes better inmate management, reduces the likelihood of conflicts, and provides increased privacy for individuals.
The inmates are offenders arrested in Calhoun 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.
Each inmate gets two scheduled visits each week. You need to call the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center at 361-553-4475 to get the inmate's scheduled times.
The Calhoun County jail offers a range of programs aimed at inmate rehabilitation and personal growth. These programs include educational opportunities such as GED classes, vocational training in various trades, substance abuse counseling, and mental health support services. Additionally, the facility provides recreational activities, religious services, and access to legal resources. These programs are designed to address the underlying factors that contribute to criminal behavior and help inmates develop the skills necessary for successful reintegration into society.
While the Calhoun County jail boasts modern amenities, like all jails it has also faced some challenges, such as inmates getting contraband and violencve between gang rivalries. Efforts are continuously made to address these challenges and ensure the efficient operation of the facility while prioritizing the welfare of both staff and inmates.
- Jail (Main): 361-553-4475
- Court: 361-553-4630
- Police: 361-552-3788
- Sheriff: 361-553-4646
How does the booking process work at Calhoun County Adult Detention Center?
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Calhoun County Adult Detention Center for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Calhoun County Adult Detention Center typically includes the following steps:
- Verifying identity.
- Taking a mugshot.
- Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
- DNA collection, if required.
- Conducting a thorough search.
- Confiscating personal belongings.
- Providing a free phone call.
For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 361-553-4475.
What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Calhoun County?
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Calhoun County Adult Detention Center in Port Lavaca for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 361-553-4475 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
- To post a cash bond, pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office by cash, cashier's check or money order; many facilities also accept cards at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee, and you will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail phone: 361-553-4475).
- A licensed bail bondsman in Calhoun County can assist with payment.
- Real property such as land or a house is accepted as collateral by many courts, provided the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently twice the bond, with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail signs off on it.
For more information on the bail process in Calhoun County, Texas, visit the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
302 W. Live Oak
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
361-553-4475
- Schedule subject to change.
- Call 361-553-4475 to confirm visitation time prior to making arrangements. Each inmate has two scheduled times each week.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an visit. 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.
- There is no video visitation. All visits take place at the jail.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | No Visits |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30 PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30 PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30 PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30 PM |
| SATURDAY | 10:00AM - 2:00PM |
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center Remote Video Visitation Instructions
Visitation for Calhoun County Jail inmates utilizes the Prodigy Inmate Visitation website for its visitation software.
If you should have a question or need assistance, call Prodigy Customer Support at 866-700-4545 ext. 7.
Signing up for Prodigy video visitation is quick and easy. Just follow these steps!
1. Sign Up Here.
2. Complete the information to be approved. You must submit a photo on ProdigySales.com to be approved for visitation.
3. Once approved, log in to the terminal to schedule a visit. Use the username and password you set when creating your account.
4. Select your scheduled visit session and click. Visits will show 5 minutes prior to the scheduled time.
5. Click on Start Video Call. Wait for the inmate to login. Once both parties have logged in, your visit will commence.
NOTE: Onsite video visits must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. This is for friends or family that do not have their own computer or smart phone. Visit Prodigy Sales to schedule onsite visitation or to see if Calhoun County Adult Detention Center allows Offsite Video Visitation from your home device.
Onsite video Visits will be 20 minutes in length (unless you were late) and someone is already scheduled after you. In that case, your visit will end at the previously scheduled time.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Adult Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-553-4475 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center?
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
Visitation for Calhoun County Jail inmates utilizes the Prodigy Inmate Visitation website for its visitation software.
If you should have a question or need assistance, call Prodigy Customer Support at 866-700-4545 ext. 7.
Signing up for Prodigy video visitation is quick and easy. Just follow these steps!
1. Sign Up Here.
2. Complete the information to be approved. You must submit a photo on ProdigySales.com to be approved for visitation.
3. Once approved, log in to the terminal to schedule a visit. Use the username and password you set when creating your account.
4. Select your scheduled visit session and click. Visits will show 5 minutes prior to the scheduled time.
5. Click on Start Video Call. Wait for the inmate to login. Once both parties have logged in, your visit will commence.
NOTE: Onsite video visits must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. This is for friends or family that do not have their own computer or smart phone. Visit Prodigy Sales to schedule onsite visitation or to see if Calhoun County Adult Detention Center allows Offsite Video Visitation from your home device.
Onsite video Visits will be 20 minutes in length (unless you were late) and someone is already scheduled after you. In that case, your visit will end at the previously scheduled time.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Adult Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-553-4475 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center?
There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 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 the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the payee the jail names (check with the jail first) and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Never mail cash or a personal check.
Inmate's Full Name & Name ID
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
302 W. Live Oak
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Calhoun County
To deposit money online for an inmate in Calhoun County Adult Detention Center follow these steps:
- Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Calhoun County.
- After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
- Choose Texas, then choose Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate.
- Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Calhoun County Adult Detention Center, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: JailATM's support page lists a deposit limit of $300 a week per inmate and says the limit can be different at each facility.
- If you need to phone JailATM customer support, call 877-810-0914.
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Calhoun County Adult Detention Center, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Calhoun County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Adult Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-553-4475 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center?
How Do Inmates in Calhoun County Adult Detention Center Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Calhoun County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
Inmate phone services for inmates at the Calhoun County Jail are provided by Prodigy Solutions.
Send an Inmate a Deposit Online to add money to their account so they can call whoever they want, or be able to call only you.
- Funds may be added in person directly at the Calhoun County jail from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.
- Ask the jail whether it has a lobby kiosk for cash or card deposits, and who a money order should be made out to.
- For more information, you can call the Calhoun County Jail from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, or call Prodigy Directly at 866-700-4545 ext. 7.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Calhoun County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, 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 Calhoun County Adult Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-553-4475 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Calhoun County Adult Detention Center 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 & Name ID
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
302 W. Live Oak
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Name ID
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
302 W. Live Oak
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
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 Calhoun County Adult Detention Center 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 Calhoun County Adult Detention Center standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Name ID
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
302 W. Live Oak
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center 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 Calhoun County Adult Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Name ID
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
302 W. Live Oak
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
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 Calhoun County Adult Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-553-4475 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
Search for JailATM services for Calhoun County Adult Detention Center.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Calhoun County Adult Detention Center.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Calhoun County Adult Detention Center may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Calhoun County Adult Detention Center has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Calhoun County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Calhoun County Adult Detention Center follow these steps:
- Go to JailATM, choose Texas, then choose Calhoun County Adult Detention Center
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
- Select the products you want shipped to them at Calhoun County Adult Detention Center, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Calhoun County at any one time.
- If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Calhoun County Adult Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Calhoun County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Adult Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-553-4475 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
The Calhoun County Adult Detention Center contracts with Prodigy Telephone Solutions. Inmates have ability to use their Messaging Service to send and receive electronic messages.
Depending on the facility, inmates can either view messages from you by:
- Viewing it on a device at the jail,
- Viewing it on a Kiosk in their unit,
- Print it out, and/or
- Respond electronically.
Pay for the Prodigy Inmate Messaging Service at Calhoun County Adult Detention Center.
- Online,
- Over the Phone by calling 866-700-4545,
- Using a Kiosk at Calhoun County Adult Detention Center.
Pay for Prodigy.
- Using a Kiosk at Calhoun County Adult Detention Center.
- Over the phone by calling 877-810-0914.
How much does it cost to send and receive messages?
Rates to send messages vary and are subject to change.
The typical cost is $1.00 per message, plus $1.00 per photo and $3.00 per 30 second video when available.
Step 1 - Sign in or create an account to find your facility.
Step 2 - Fund Account
NOTE: By turning on messaging, you will fund your account with $5.00 and authorize Prodigy / Jail ATM to charge your payment method for the same amount if you send a message or receive a collect message and do not have enough money.
The Calhoun County Adult Detention Center contracts with Prodigy Telephone Solutions. Inmates have ability to use their Messaging Service to send and receive electronic messages.
Depending on the facility, inmates can either view messages from you by:
- Viewing it on a device at the jail,
- Viewing it on a Kiosk in their unit,
- Print it out, and/or
- Respond electronically.
Pay for the Prodigy Inmate Messaging Service at Calhoun County Adult Detention Center.
- Online,
- Over the Phone by calling 866-700-4545,
- Using a Kiosk at Calhoun County Adult Detention Center.
Pay for Prodigy.
- Using a Kiosk at Calhoun County Adult Detention Center.
- Over the phone by calling 877-810-0914.
How much does it cost to send and receive messages?
Rates to send messages vary and are subject to change.
The typical cost is $1.00 per message, plus $1.00 per photo and $3.00 per 30 second video when available.
Step 1 - Sign in or create an account to find your facility.
Step 2 - Fund Account
NOTE: By turning on messaging, you will fund your account with $5.00 and authorize Prodigy / Jail ATM to charge your payment method for the same amount if you send a message or receive a collect message and do not have enough money.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Adult Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-553-4475 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Calhoun County Adult Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Calhoun County Adult Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-553-4475 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Calhoun County?
Nearby counties
The Calhoun County Adult Detention Center serves the following cities and towns of Calhoun County: Point Comfort, Port Lavaca and Seadrift.