Dawson County Jail Emailing An Inmate
Send an Email or Text to an Inmate in the Dawson County Jail
Sending an Email, Text or Secure Electronic Message to an Inmate
The Dawson County Jail provides a service which allows secure electronic messaging for their inmates.
The email service they use is called NCIC.
NCIC is not directly connected to the internet like normal email, but instead each correspondence is first intercepted by the jail's servers. This gives the staff an opportunity to review the messages before delivering them to both inmates and the people that the inmates are communicating with.
Electronic messages received by the inmates are read either on kiosks within the inmate's unit, or or on tablets provided by the third party service that oversees the program.
Allowing inmates access to email has many upsides:
- It is less expensive than regular mail.
- It allows for faster turnaround of communication.
- It allows the jail to monitor inmate communication in real time.
- Because the jail receives a portion of the revenue, it brings the jail revenue they wouldn't have otherwise.
- It is an inmate privilege that they don't want to have taken away, and thus can be used as a way to control behavior.
- It keeps unwanted contraband from entering the facility in the physical mail.
For a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about NCIC inmate emailing and texting, scroll down for more information about it or call the jail at 806-872-7560.
Dawson County Jail
Address:
401 S 2nd Street
Lamesa, TX 79331
Phone:
806-872-7560
Emailing and Photo Sharing with your Inmate
Dawson County Jail 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 Dawson County Jail 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
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NCIC Inmate Messaging allows friends and family members to exchange electronic text messages and digital photos directly with an incarcerated loved one. Messages are delivered electronically to housing unit terminals and tablets within hours, avoiding the lengthy transit times associated with physical postal mail.
Important: Electronic Messaging Screening Rules Differ
Inmates cannot receive incoming phone calls, and traditional postal mail rules differ across correctional agencies. While some facilities still allow regular handwritten letters, many jails have transitioned to digital-only mail scanning or restrict postal delivery, which you can verify by checking facility rules. If you do not register online and purchase messaging credits immediately, your loved one may face lengthy periods without direct written contact from family.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Send Messages
- Go to account.ncic.com and sign in or create a user profile.
- Select Messaging from your dashboard options.
- Select your state and detention center, then search for the inmate using their full legal name or booking ID.
- Purchase a messaging credit bundle using a debit or credit card.
- Type your message in the composition window and attach approved JPEG photos if permitted by the facility.
- Submit your message to the facility's screening queue.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
All electronic correspondence is screened by facility staff before delivery. Once approved, messages appear in the inmate's inbox on their housing unit terminal or tablet. The inmate opens the message, reads your note, and types an electronic reply using their available credits.
Official Provider: NCIC Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-800-943-2189
Support Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by NCIC Inmate Communications
In addition to Inmate Messaging, NCIC provides calling and video visitation services at participating facilities:
- Prepaid Phone Calling Accounts: Fund a calling balance tied directly to your phone number.
• Learn more on our website: Prepaid Calling Accounts Guide | • Visit official vendor page: NCIC Prepaid Calling - Remote Video Visitation: Schedule and join live face-to-face video visits from your computer or smartphone.
• Learn more on our website: Video Visitation Guide | • Visit official vendor page: NCIC Video Visits