Edwards County Detention Center

Asking About a Prisoner in Rocksprings

Rocksprings dispatch, 830-683-4104, is staffed 24 hours and tells callers if someone sits in the Edwards County lockup and what offense put them there; have the person's spelling and age ready.

What are the bail options in Edwards County after an arrest?

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Edwards County Detention Center in Rocksprings for processing. The next steps vary:

1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 830-683-4104 to confirm the bail amount.

There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.

• A cash bond is posted by paying the whole amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and many facilities also accept cards at a kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail's line is 830-683-4104.
• Licensed bail bond agencies in Edwards County can provide assistance.
• Courts in many places accept real property, such as land or a house, as bond collateral when the owner documents clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves.

For more information about bail in Edwards County, Texas, see the Edwards County Detention Center Bail Guide.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Edwards County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Edwards County Detention Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

404 W. Austin Street
Rocksprings, TX 78880
830-683-4104

• You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
• Call 830-683-4104 to schedule an appointment.
• A maximum of 4 guests are allowed per visit.
• Two visits - 20 mins each.
• Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
• Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 830-683-4104 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

City Telecoin Remote Video Visits

• Approved visitors can schedule a video call (visit) with an inmate online using City Telecoin.
• No scheduling needed.

REMOTE INMATE VIDEO CALLS

Edwards County Detention Center Visiting Days

• Women prisoners: Wednesdays and Saturdays, 2:40 to 4 p.m.
• Men prisoners: Thursdays and Sundays, 2:40 to 4 p.m.

Up to four people may come per visit, and each prisoner gets two 20-minute visits. That schedule is from the Sheriff's detention page; ring 830-683-4104 beforehand.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Edwards County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-683-4104 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Edwards County Detention Center?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Edwards County Detention Center

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 Edwards County Detention Center 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. Cash or Money Order only.

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 and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Edwards County Detention Center
404 West Austin St
P.O. Box 156
Rocksprings, TX 78880

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 830-683-4104 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Edwards County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-683-4104 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Edwards County Detention Center?

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in Edwards County

To register and sign up for a phone account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Edwards County Detention Center inmate, follow the instructions below:

• Register and create an account with City Tele Coin.
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• City Tele Coin Phone Services include prepaid accounts that let your inmate in Edwards County Detention Center call you and others.
• You can also send and receive secure messages with your inmate.
• This is a fee-based service. Check current call rates with City Tele Coin before you add money.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Edwards County, visit our full page guide. 

NOTE: Calls may be recorded or monitored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Edwards County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-683-4104 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Edwards County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Edwards County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-683-4104 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Edwards County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

Commissary for Edwards County Prisoners

Prisoners shop from the trust fund balance. Jail staff at 830-683-4104 can explain what is sold and when orders go in.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Edwards County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-683-4104 for further assistance.

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