The Harlingen City Jail is a 30-bed jail located in Harlingen, Cameron County, Texas. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 956-216-5465.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Harlingen City Jail at 956-216-5465 for assistance.
Phone: 956-216-5465
Physical Address:
1018 Fair Park
Harlingen, TX 78550
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Harlingen City Jail, 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 956-216-5465 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Cameron County and anywhere in Texas.
Harlingen City Jail Inmate Search
The Harlingen City Jail maintains an average of 30 offenders in custody on any given day. The Harlingen City Jail 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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The facility is designed to hold individuals who have been arrested within the jurisdiction of Harlingen. The exact number of beds may vary, but it typically accommodates a relatively small number of inmates, often ranging from around 20 to 50 beds. Typically, they are held no longer than 72 hours and then taken to Cameron County Jail.
Regarding inmate programs, the Harlingen City Jail focuses primarily on short-term detention rather than long-term rehabilitation. As a local jail, it may offer limited programs for inmates, such as basic education, substance abuse counseling, or referral services to external resources. However, the extent of these programs and services may depend on the available resources and policies established by the Harlingen Police Department. As for the interior layout of the jail, it typically consists of individual cells or small dormitory-style rooms where inmates sleep. The exact design may vary, but it generally aims to provide a secure and controlled environment for temporary confinement.
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Harlingen City Jail 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 Harlingen City Jail typically includes the following steps:
Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 956-216-5465.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Harlingen City Jail in Harlingen 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 956-216-5465 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in Cameron County, Texas, visit the Harlingen City Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Harlingen City Jail? What is the Schedule?
1018 Fair Park
Harlingen, TX 78550
956-216-5465
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 956-216-5465 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harlingen City Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-216-5465 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Harlingen City Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harlingen City Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-216-5465 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Harlingen City Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harlingen City Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-216-5465 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Harlingen City Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harlingen City Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-216-5465 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Harlingen City Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Harlingen City Jail 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 Harlingen City Jail 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:
1018 Fair Park
Harlingen, TX 78550
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
1018 Fair Park
Harlingen, TX 78550
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 Harlingen City Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source 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 Harlingen City Jail 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:
1018 Fair Park
Harlingen, TX 78550
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harlingen City Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-216-5465 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Harlingen City Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harlingen City Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-216-5465 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Harlingen City Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harlingen City Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-216-5465 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Harlingen City Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harlingen City Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 956-216-5465 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Cameron County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Cameron County?
This facility, known as "Harlingen City Jail" is also known as Harlingen Police Department, Harlingen City Jail, Texas, Cameron.
