Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility

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Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility Information

Located in Olmito, Cameron County, Texas, the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility is a 556-bed facility. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate details at 956-554-6701.

This jail serves as the processing center for offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They are brought here for booking and processing, and depending on their charges, they may be held until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial is complete.

Use the inmate search tool to find out who is in custody at this facility.

Inmates with sentences under one year will serve their time at this jail, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page offers helpful information regarding inmate services like the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

Make sure to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number, as it is often needed for correspondence or communication. If you're unable to locate it online, you can call Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility at 956-554-6701 for further assistance.

Phone: 956-554-6701

Physical Address:
7100 Old Alice Rd
Olmito, TX 78575

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s ID #, Inmate’s Pod and/or Cell Assignment
Carrizales-Rucker Detention Facility
7100 Old Alice Rd.
Olmito, TX 78575

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s ID #, Inmate’s Pod and/or Cell Assignment
Carrizales-Rucker Detention Facility
7100 Old Alice Rd.
Olmito, TX 78575

(sending money orders)
CAMERON COUNTY JAIL DIVISION
CO Inmate Trust Fund
P.O. Box 1539
Olmito, TX 78575

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How Do You Find Someone in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility?

To search for an inmate in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention 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 956-554-6701 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Cameron County and anywhere in Texas.

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility Inmate Search

The Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility maintains an average of 556 offenders in custody on any given day. The Carrizalez-Rucker Detention 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 Cameron County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 23,800 offenders.

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About the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility

The Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility is one of two jails in Cameron County, Texas. 

Cameron County is the southernmost county in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2020 census, its population was 421,017. Its county seat is Brownsville The Cameron County Sheriff’s Office is working on a comprehensive plan regarding much-needed upgrades for detention centers. Authorities intend to present this plan to county commissioners.

Inmates at the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility are offenders arrested in Cameron 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.

There are two jails in Cameron County, this, the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility, and the Cameron County Jail in Brownsville.

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.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Understanding the booking process at Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.

It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.

The following steps outline the booking procedure at Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility:

  • Personal identification verification.
  • Taking photographs (mugshots).
  • Medical and mental health assessment, as well as inquiries about substance use.
  • Possibly collecting DNA samples.
  • Performing a full-body search.
  • Seizing personal belongings for safekeeping.
  • Allowing one phone call.

Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 956-554-6701.

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Directions / Map to the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in custody in Cameron County

Once someone is booked at Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility in Olmito after an arrest, there are several outcomes:

1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 956-554-6701 for bail details.

Bail payments can take several forms.

  • Cash, credit card, or money order can be used for payment.
  • A licensed bail bond agent in Cameron County can help cover bail.
  • Property within the county can also be used as collateral.

For detailed information about the bail process in Cameron County, Texas, see the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility? What is the Schedule?

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
7100 Old Alice Rd
Olmito, TX 78575
956-554-6701

Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visits are 20-30 minutes.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed a minimum of two (2) twenty (20) minute visit per week. At least one (1) visitation period will be allowed during any evening or a weekend.
  • 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.
  • Any Visitor who has been incarcerated six (6) months prior to visiting a Cameron County Inmate will be refused visitation.
  • If an Inmate refuses to fill out a visitation card, they will not receive any visitors other than their Attorney or Clergy (scroll down for hours).
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
MONDAY 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
TUESDAY 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
THURSDAY 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
SATURDAY 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

  • Attorneys may visit an Inmate seven (7) days a week from the hours of 8:00am until 8:00pm.
  • All Attorneys are required to present their State Bar Identification Card.
  • Clergy persons can visit Inmates daily from 8:00am to 5:00pm. All Clergy persons must be registered through the Sheriff’s Office. Registration is made available by the Jail Administrator. 

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.
  • Remote Visits have a fee of $0.30 per minute.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
MONDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
TUESDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
THURSDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
FRIDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
SATURDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention 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.

When available, the jail also provides use of ‘video visit kiosks’ in the jail lobby if you do not have a computer at home. These ’on-site’ video visits are FREE.



Costs
NCIC Video Visitation fees are subject to change, but the cost to you is roughly $7.50 ($0.25 per minute) for a 30-minute visit + an additional fee of $2.00 for the connection.
On-site (at the jail) video visits are FREE.

How to set up your Video Visit

  • Register here.  
  • Select Carrizalez-Rucker Detention 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 sure to be in front of your computer and connected to NCIC at least 15 minutes before the start of the visit.

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 Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-554-6701 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 Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility?

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.
  • Remote Visits have a fee of $0.30 per minute.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
MONDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
TUESDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
THURSDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
FRIDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
SATURDAY 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-554-6701 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person. 
The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment.



Option 2 - 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.
Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Mail to:
CAMERON COUNTY JAIL DIVISION
C/O Inmate Trust Fund
Inmate Name/Inmate ID #
P.O. Box 1539
Olmito. TX 78575

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 956-554-6701 to ask any questions about this.

How to deposit money in an inmate's phone account in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility

  • To deposit money online go the NCIC website
  • To deposit money over the phone call 800-943-2189
  • To deposit money at the jail use the NCIC Kiosk in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility lobby.
  • Call the jail at 956-554-6701 to confirm lobby hours for depositing inmate funds.

For complete information on depositing money in an inmate's account, check out our Inmate Money page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-554-6701 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility?

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility?

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

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention 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 Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your Account. ($10-$100 at a time)

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 Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account - $3.00 
  • Cost of phone call of a Prepaid Collect Account - $0.21 per minute
  • Cost of an interstate (ex. Texas to a different state) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost of an intrastate (ex. Texas to Texas) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost if you set up your account (or fund it) by phone using a live agent, you will be charged a one-time fee of $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 Cameron 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 Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-554-6701 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility, and what can I send them?

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Carrizalez-Rucker Detention 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’s ID #, Inmate’s Pod and/or Cell Assignment
Carrizales-Rucker Detention Facility
7100 Old Alice Rd.
Olmito, TX 78575



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s ID #, Inmate’s Pod and/or Cell Assignment
Carrizales-Rucker Detention Facility
7100 Old Alice Rd.
Olmito, TX 78575

(sending money orders)
CAMERON COUNTY JAIL DIVISION
CO Inmate Trust Fund
P.O. Box 1539
Olmito, TX 78575



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
The Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s ID #, Inmate’s Pod and/or Cell Assignment
Carrizales-Rucker Detention Facility
7100 Old Alice Rd.
Olmito, TX 78575

(sending money orders)
CAMERON COUNTY JAIL DIVISION
CO Inmate Trust Fund
P.O. Box 1539
Olmito, TX 78575

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention 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 Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s ID #, Inmate’s Pod and/or Cell Assignment
Carrizales-Rucker Detention Facility
7100 Old Alice Rd.
Olmito, TX 78575


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 Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-554-6701 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-554-6701 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility using an Online Messaging Service?

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention 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
•    Deposit at the kiosk in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility lobby, if available.
•    Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: if you deposit money using a live agent the fee is $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 Cameron County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility follow these steps:

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your {Cameron County 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
•    Deposit at the kiosk in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility lobby, if available.
•    Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: if you deposit money using a live agent the fee is $5.95).
Email – info@ncic.com

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Cameron County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-554-6701 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility offers NCIC tablets to rent to inmates that they can use for video visitation and calls, phone calls, instant messaging, education and entertainment.

They can also be used for commissary ordering.


How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility

Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility offers NCIC tablets to rent to inmates that they can use for video visitation and calls, phone calls, instant messaging, education and entertainment.

They can also be used for commissary ordering.

To find out more bout how much tablets cost to rent, and what programs, entertainment, education and other things it can be used for, check out our Tablet Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-554-6701 for further assistance.

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Search for an Inmate in Cameron County

This facility, known as "Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Facility" is also known as Cameron County Detention Center II, Cameron County Jail, Cameron County Sheriff, Carrizalez-Rucker Detention Center, Cameron County Jail & Detention Center II, Cameron County Jail & Detention Center II, Texas, Cameron.