Frio County Jail

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Frio County Jail

The Frio County Jail is a 96-bed jail located in the city of Pearsall, Frio County, Texas. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 830-505-7153.

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 Frio County Jail at 830-505-7153 for assistance.

Phone: 830-505-7153

Physical Address:
510 South Cedar
Pearsall, TX 78061

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Frio County Jail
510 South Cedar
Pearsall, TX 78061

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Frio County Jail
510 South Cedar
Pearsall, TX 78061

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Frio County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Frio 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 830-505-7153 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Frio County and anywhere in Texas.

Frio County Jail Inmate Search

The Frio County Jail maintains an average of 96 offenders in custody on any given day. The Frio 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 Frio County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,920 offenders.

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About the Frio County Jail

Frio County is situated in the state of Texas, USA. According to the 2020 census, its population was recorded at 18,385. Pearsall serves as the county seat. The county was established in 1858 and officially organized in 1871.

The light brown and tan concrete Frio County Jail takes up the entire block between E. Leona and E. San Antonia Streets in Pearsall. It maintains a huge yard surrounded by razor wire in every direction.

Inmates at this jail are offenders who have been arrested in Frio 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 an online money deposit, video visitation, digital email messaging and outgoing phone calls.

Notable completed projects in the Frio County Jail, as of November 2021, include the renovation of plumbing systems, replacement of toilets and showers in cells, phone line upgrades, heating and air conditioning improvements, installation of inmate intercom systems, the creation of a new recreation yard, and the procurement of major kitchen and laundry appliances.

While some areas of the jail still require renovations, their current condition serves as a reminder of the past. By housing inmates within the county, substantial cost savings have been achieved, which will be allocated towards future renovations and the creation of additional job opportunities.

Due to jail non-compliance, at one point, Frio County was limited to holding suspects for a maximum of 72 hours before transferring them to neighboring counties, but now they are in full operation. 

Initially, when it was a private prison run by the GEO Group, the facility had the capacity to house over 300 inmates.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Frio County Jail?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Frio County 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 Frio County Jail typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

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 830-505-7153.

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

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Frio County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Frio County Jail in Pearsall 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 830-505-7153 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

  • Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Frio County can assist with payment.
  • Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral. 

For more information on the bail process in Frio County, Texas, visit the Frio County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Frio County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

510 South Cedar
Pearsall, TX 78061
830-505-7153

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 830-505-7153 and get your inmate's times.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • 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 830-505-7153 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
MONDAY 6:00PM - 9:00PM
TUESDAY 6:00PM - 9:00PM
THURSDAY 6:00PM - 9:00PM
FRIDAY 6:00PM - 9:00PM


Frio County Jail Inmate Video Visitation Schedule

510 South Cedar
Pearsall, TX 78061
830-505-7153

  • First, you must register, puchase data, and then schedule with CIDNET.
  • Visits are 20 minutes.
  • The more data you purchase, the less expensive each MB of data is.

REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
6:30PM - 9:30PM
MONDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
6:30PM - 9:30PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
6:30PM - 9:30PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
6:30PM - 9:30PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
​​​​​​​6:30PM - 9:30PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
​​​​​​​6:30PM - 9:30PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
​​​​​​​6:30PM - 9:30PM

Frio County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.





Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frio County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-505-7153 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 Frio County Jail?

Frio County Jail Inmate Video Visitation Schedule

510 South Cedar
Pearsall, TX 78061
830-505-7153

  • First, you must register, puchase data, and then schedule with CIDNET.
  • Visits are 20 minutes.
  • The more data you purchase, the less expensive each MB of data is.

REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
6:30PM - 9:30PM
MONDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
6:30PM - 9:30PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
6:30PM - 9:30PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
6:30PM - 9:30PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
​​​​​​​6:30PM - 9:30PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
​​​​​​​6:30PM - 9:30PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM - 10:45AM
11:45AM - 4:45PM
​​​​​​​6:30PM - 9:30PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frio County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-505-7153 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person. 
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Frio County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Option 3 - 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 and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Frio County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Frio County Jail
510 South Cedar
Pearsall, TX 78061


Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Frio County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Frio County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Frio County.
  • After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
  • Choose Texas, then choose Frio County Jail
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate.
  • Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Frio County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Frio County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Frio County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Frio County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frio County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-505-7153 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

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

To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Frio County Jail inmate.
    1. Click the Create Account button.
    2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
    3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
    4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
    5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
    6. Click the Sign In button.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Texas, then the Frio County Jail, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Frio County Jail will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.

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 Frio County, visit our full page guide

NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. 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 Frio County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-505-7153 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Frio County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Frio 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 Frio 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#
Frio County Jail
510 South Cedar
Pearsall, TX 78061



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Frio County Jail
510 South Cedar
Pearsall, TX 78061



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 Frio 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 Frio 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#
Frio County Jail
510 South Cedar
Pearsall, TX 78061

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frio County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-505-7153 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Frio County Jail

Search for JailATM services for Frio County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Frio County Jail. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Frio County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.

Send Gift Packs

Frio County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.

These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Frio County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Frio County Jail follow these steps:

  • Go to JailATM, choose Texas, then choose Frio County Jail
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
  • Select the products you want shipped to them at Frio County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Frio County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Frio County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Frio County.


 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frio County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-505-7153 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

Frio County Jail uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.



Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Frio County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Frio County follow these instructions:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Choose a Security PIN and Password.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Texas, then the Frio County Jail, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Frio County Jail will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Frio County, visit our full page guide

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frio County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-505-7153 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

Frio County Jail may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented 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
  • Pay for the subscription.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • 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.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Frio County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-505-7153 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Frio County Jail? What does it look like?
Other Jails Nearby

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

Frio La Salle Dimmit Uvalde Zavala Atascosa Medina
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Search for an Inmate in Frio County

This facility, known as "Frio County Jail" is also known as Frio County Detention Center, Frio County Jail & Detention Center , Frio County Jail & Detention Center , Texas, Frio.

The Frio County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Frio County: Dilley and Pearsall.