Erath County Jail

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Erath County Jail Information

Erath County Jail is a 144-bed jail located in Stephenville, Erath County, Texas. For inmate information, you can call them at any time at 254-965-3221.

This facility handles the booking and processing of individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on the charges, they may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until the conclusion of their trial.

The inmate search tool allows you to view the jail’s roster and find out who is currently in custody.

Those sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Inmates with longer sentences are transferred to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on inmate services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It is helpful to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, you can call Erath County Jail at 254-965-3221 for assistance.

Phone: 254-965-3221

Physical Address:
1043 Glen Rose Road
Stephenville, TX 76401

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Erath County Jail
1043 Glen Rose Road
Stephenville, TX 76401

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Erath County Jail
1043 Glen Rose Road
Stephenville, TX 76401

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How Do You Find Someone in the Erath County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Erath County 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 254-965-3221 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Erath County and anywhere in Texas.

Erath County Jail Inmate Search

The Erath County Jail maintains an average of 144 offenders in custody on any given day. The Erath County 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 Erath County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,880 offenders.

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About the Erath County Jail
  • Jail Construction: A new jail facility was built in 2012 in Erath County. The facility was reported to have no deficiencies or hazards. The new jail has doubled the inmate capacity to 144.

  • The jail is a single story, tan stone block and metal structure which shares space with the county sheriff's office. 

  • Inmate Information: The Erath County Sheriff's Office provides access to current inmate information through an online portal. The portal allows the public to view information about inmates in the county jail.

  • Inmates at this jail are offenders who have been arrested in Erath County that were recently charged with 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.

  • Inmate services include visitation, and outgoing phone calls.

  • Visitation: Visitors must call the jail and schedule a visitation time. Visitation times are determined on a first-come, first-served basis. If visitors do not show up, it still counts as a visit for the inmate. Rescheduling is possible if there is available time, but it is not guaranteed due to the workload of officers and the number of inmates needing visits.

  • Visitation Schedule and Rules: Each inmate is allowed two visits per week, with at least one visit on the weekend. Each visit is limited to twenty minutes, but inmates and/or visitors can request a forty-minute visit at the time of scheduling. All visitors must be disclosed and have a valid government-issued identification. Children must be supervised at all times, and any misconduct or violation of facility rules may result in disciplinary action. Visitors are required to wear masks unless exempted based on CDC guidelines. Certain items, such as food, drinks, purses, bags, phones, and electronic devices, are not allowed in the visitation area. Hand sanitizer will be provided, and visitors must sanitize their hands upon entry.

  • Visitation Area Disinfection: After each visit, officers will disinfect the visitation area. There will be a thirty-minute separation between visits, including alternating phone hall sides.

  • Inmate Classification and Mask Requirement: There is no restriction on the classification or gender of inmates for visitation. Inmates will be required to wear masks during visitation.

  • Visitation Schedule Changes: The visitation schedule, including days and times, may change due to circumstances beyond the jail staff's control. Inmates will be notified of any changes.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking procedure at Erath County Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Erath County Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.

The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.

The booking process at Erath County Jail includes the following steps:

  • Personal identification confirmation.
  • Mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
  • DNA collection may be required.
  • Conducting a thorough body search.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Providing a phone call.

The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 254-965-3221.

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Directions / Map to the Erath County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to handle bail after an arrest in Erath County

If someone has been booked at Erath County Jail in Stephenville, their next steps may include:

1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 254-965-3221.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

  • Bail payments can be made with cash, credit, or money orders.
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Erath County.
  • Property within Erath County may also be used to cover the bail amount.

For a full guide to the bail process in Erath County, Texas, visit the Erath County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Erath County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Erath County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

1043 Glen Rose Road
Stephenville, TX 76401
254-965-3221

  • Visits are 20 minutes, but you can request a 40 minute visit.
  • Typically only 20 minute visits Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • Call 254-965-3221 to schedule a visit.
  • Inmates are allowed two visits per week, one being on the weekend.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 254-965-3221 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
MONDAY 7:00AM - 9:00PM
TUESDAY 7:00AM - 9:00PM
WEDNESDAY 7:00AM - 9:00PM
THURSDAY 7:00AM - 9:00PM
FRIDAY 7:00AM - 9:00PM
SATURDAY 7:00AM - 9:00PM
SUNDAY 7:00AM - 9:00PM

Inmate Visitation

IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the Erath County Jail is conducted by City Tele Coin video.

You can visit your inmate at the jail, or from your own device or computer at home.

The Erath County Sheriff's Office provides a video kiosk in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office free of charge.

Visitation is limited to 10 minutes per visitor per day. Visitors must call ahead and follow ALL visitation guidelines.

If not coming to the Sheriff's Office, you may visit with an inmate using City Tele Coin fom home.

Video visitations are monitored and visitors MUST follow visitor guidelines. Visitors that are found to violate these guidelines, will have their visitation privileges suspended.



All Video Visitation services are provided by City Tele Coin.

To register for a direct pay account visit www.CityTeleCoin.com.

After your account has been created you can download the City Tele Coin app from iTunes or Google Play.

To video chat and send emails using the app or the City Tele Coin website, select Erath County Jail to set up a remote account for the inmate.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Erath County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-965-3221 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 Erath County Jail?

Erath County Jail Inmate Visitation

IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the Erath County Jail is conducted by City Tele Coin video.

You can visit your inmate at the jail, or from your own device or computer at home.

The Erath County Sheriff's Office provides a video kiosk in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office free of charge.

Visitation is limited to 10 minutes per visitor per day. Visitors must call ahead and follow ALL visitation guidelines.

If not coming to the Sheriff's Office, you may visit with an inmate using City Tele Coin fom home.

Video visitations are monitored and visitors MUST follow visitor guidelines. Visitors that are found to violate these guidelines, will have their visitation privileges suspended.



All Video Visitation services are provided by City Tele Coin.

To register for a direct pay account visit www.CityTeleCoin.com.

After your account has been created you can download the City Tele Coin app from iTunes or Google Play.

To video chat and send emails using the app or the City Tele Coin website, select Erath County Jail to set up a remote account for the inmate.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Erath County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-965-3221 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Erath County Jail?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Erath County Jail

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 Erath County Jail 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#
Erath County Jail
1043 Glen Rose Road
Stephenville, TX 76401

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 254-965-3221 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Erath County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-965-3221 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Erath County Jail?

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

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

  • Register and create an account with City Tele Coin.
  • City Tele Coin Phone Services include Prepaid Accounts and Calling Cards for your inmate in Erath County Jail to call you and others.
  • You can also send and receive secure messages with your inmate.
  • This is a fee based service, but regular calls are capped at $0.21 per minute and collect calls capped at $0.25 per minute.

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 Erath County, visit our full page guide

NOTE: All phone conversations and messages are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some phone providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Erath County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-965-3221 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Erath County Jail, and what can I send them?

Erath County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Erath County 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 Erath County 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Erath County Jail
1043 Glen Rose Road
Stephenville, TX 76401



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Erath County Jail
1043 Glen Rose Road
Stephenville, TX 76401



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 Erath County Jail 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 Erath County 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Erath County Jail
1043 Glen Rose Road
Stephenville, TX 76401

Erath County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Erath County Jail 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 Erath County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Erath County Jail
1043 Glen Rose Road
Stephenville, TX 76401


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 Erath County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-965-3221 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Erath County Jail, and what can I purchase?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Erath County Jail

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 Erath County Jail 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#
Erath County Jail
1043 Glen Rose Road
Stephenville, TX 76401

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 254-965-3221 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Erath County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-965-3221 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Erath County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Erath County Jail contracts with City Telecoin for phone and remote video visitation, and has added secure messaging, a form of delayed email.


City Telecoin also has a secure messaging service that allows you and your inmate to send and receive messages electronically (after being read by the jail).

How to Have Remote Video Visits and Email Communication with an Inmate in Erath County

To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Erath County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:

  • Register and create an account with City Tele Coin.
  • City Tele Coin has excellent quality video visits between your home device and a video terminal in the inmate's housing area.
  • You can also send and receive secure messages and use them to make and receive phone calls with your Erath County inmate.
  • This is a fee based service.
  • For more information, you can call City Telecoin from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM CST by dialing 318-746-1114, or email them: onlinesupport@citytelecoin.com.
  • Visit Inmate 'at the jail' information.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the jail and remotely) in Erath County, visit our full page guide

NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Erath County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-965-3221 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Erath County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Erath County Jail now offers City Tele Coin Tablets to their inmates.

City Tele Coin is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented or used on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

  • Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
  • eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
  • Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
  • Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
  • Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
  • Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
  • eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
  • Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
  • Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
  • Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

Questions:

Erath County Jail now offers City Tele Coin Tablets to their inmates.

City Tele Coin is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented or used on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

  • Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
  • eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
  • Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
  • Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
  • Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
  • Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
  • eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
  • Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
  • Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
  • Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

Questions:

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Erath County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-965-3221 for further assistance.

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