Hardin County Jail
Hardin County Jail
You can call the 196-bed Hardin County Jail 24 hours a day for inmate information at 409-246-5105.
This facility handles the booking and processing of offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on their charges, inmates may be held until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the roster of individuals currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this facility, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides details on the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
It’s advisable to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you cannot locate it online, call Hardin County Jail at 409-246-5105 for help.
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Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Hardin 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 409-246-5105 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Hardin County and anywhere in Texas.
Hardin County Jail Inmate Search
The Hardin County Jail maintains an average of 196 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hardin 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 Hardin County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,060 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessLocated in the Big Thicket of Southeast Texas, Hardin County is situated within the larger East Texas Timberlands region. The county's central location is approximately 68 miles northeast of Houston, 23 miles northwest of Beaumont, and 54 miles from the Gulf of Mexico. With its unique geographical position, Hardin County offers a blend of natural beauty and proximity to urban centers.
Housing all of the offenders arrested in Hardin County, the Hardin County Jail accepts both male and female inmates of both misdemeanor charges and felony charges. Inmates arrested in Hardin County fall under the oversight of the Sheriff and their staff throughout their stay, and any questions or concerns regarding an inmate can be directed to 409-246-5105 and information on each inmate is provided online.
Nutritious meals, recreation, hygiene, clean bedding, clothing, and social interaction are all provided alongside medical care, counseling, and rehabilitation treatments.
While incarcerated inmates are able to access a commissary to purchase additional items for their stay, and to provide support to a loved one, friends and family are able to access this commissary account online to add money.
Phones are also funded through that account and the inmate will have daily access to phones that make outgoing calls, which encourages mental health, along with weekly access to visits.
Visits must be scheduled in advance by calling the Hardin County Jail at 409-246-5249 between 1:00pm-4:00pm or 7:00pm-9:00pm any day except Thursday.
Inmate Communication Costs - Video and Digital Messaging
Offsite Price Per Minute (Taxes May Apply): $0.30
Cost Per Message (Taxes May Apply): $0.25
Cost Per Attachment (Taxes May Apply): $0.35
Cost Per Video Message (Taxes May Apply): $0.35
Please schedule your visit ahead of time to make sure your detainee is available.
- Jail (Main): 409-246-5105
- Sheriff: 409-246-5100
- Visitation: 409-246-5249
The booking process explained for Hardin County Jail
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Hardin County Jail. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.
It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.
The booking steps at Hardin County Jail include:
- Identification verification.
- Taking mugshots.
- Answering questions about health, criminal history, and gang affiliations.
- Possible DNA sample collection.
- A full-body search.
- Confiscating personal items for safekeeping.
- Providing a phone call.
To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 409-246-5105.
What are the bail options in Hardin County after an arrest?
Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Hardin County Jail in Kountze 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 409-246-5105 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 409-246-5105.
- Licensed bail bond agencies in Hardin 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 Hardin County, Texas, see the Hardin County Jail Bail Guide.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Hardin County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Hardin County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
Hardin County Jail
300 West Monroe Street
Kountze, TX 77625
409-246-5105
- 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 409-246-5249 and get your inmate's times.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
Call the jail visitation reservation desk at 409-246-5249 to make a reservation.
On site personal visits are between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. on any day of the week, except Thursdays.
Hardin County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Hardin County Jail
300 West Monroe Street
Kountze, TX 77625
409-246-5105
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- On-site Visits are free.
- Visits are 20-30 minutes.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed two visits per week
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | No video sessions |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| SATURDAY | No video sessions |
Hardin County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
Hardin County Jail uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Hardin County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Hardin County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Hardin County Jail
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hardin County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-246-5105 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Hardin County Jail?
Hardin County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
Hardin County Jail
300 West Monroe Street
Kountze, TX 77625
409-246-5105
- 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 409-246-5249 and get your inmate's times.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
Call the jail visitation reservation desk at 409-246-5249 between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. on any day except Thursdays.
Hardin County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Hardin County Jail
300 West Monroe Street
Kountze, TX 77625
409-246-5105
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- On-site Visits are free.
- Visits are 20-30 minutes.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed two visits per week
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | No video sessions |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| SATURDAY | No video sessions |
Hardin County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hardin County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-246-5105 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Hardin County Jail?
There are three choices for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Ask the jail whether it takes deposits in person before you go.
Call Hardin County Jail to ask whether it has a Tiger kiosk for cash or card deposits, and where it is.
If you can't get your questions answered online call the Hardin County Jail at 409-246-5105.
Choice 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Tiger Commissary's online site lists the services set up for each jail, such as commissary orders or deposits.
Go to Tiger's online site, pick the state and the jail, and see which services it offers there.
Choice 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 Hardin County Jail at 409-246-5105 to confirm the address to send the money order to and how they want it made out.
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting his account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 409-246-5105 to ask facility personnel who to make the money order out to, and where to send it.
How to Purchase Commissary for an Inmate in Hardin County Jail
To purchase commissary for an inmate in Hardin County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Texas.
- Select Hardin County Jail.
- Click on 'Order Commissary'.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Hardin County Jail to complete your transaction.
For more on ordering commissary through Tiger Commissary, check out our Commissary Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hardin County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-246-5105 for further assistance.
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How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Hardin County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Hardin County follow these instructions:
Hardin County Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.
In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:
- Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
- Choose Texas.
- Choose Hardin County Jail
- Select your Inmate.
- Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
- Fund your account.
NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Hardin County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
- Adding funds to your account: NCIC's terms cap the fee for an automated payment (web, phone menu or kiosk) at $3.00.
- NCIC shows the current per-minute rate when you set up the account.
- 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
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Hardin County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hardin County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-246-5105 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Hardin County Jail, and what can I send them?
Hardin County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Hardin County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Hardin 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#
Hardin County Jail
300 West Monroe Street
Kountze, TX 77625
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hardin County Jail
300 West Monroe Street
Kountze, TX 77625
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
Ask the Hardin County Jail whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer 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 Hardin County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Hardin County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hardin County Jail
300 West Monroe Street
Kountze, TX 77625
Hardin County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Hardin 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 Hardin County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hardin County Jail
300 West Monroe Street
Kountze, TX 77625
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 Hardin County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-246-5105 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Hardin County Jail, and what can I purchase?
The Hardin County Jail contracts with Tiger Commissary.
If you want to purchase Commissary for your inmate online click on the image below and follow the instructions.
How to Purchase Commissary for an Inmate in Hardin County Jail
To purchase commissary for an inmate in Hardin County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Texas.
- Select Hardin County Jail.
- Click on 'Order Commissary'.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Hardin County Jail to complete your transaction.
For more on ordering commissary through Tiger Commissary, check out our Commissary Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hardin County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-246-5105 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Hardin County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Hardin 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 Hardin 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
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Hardin County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Hardin County Jail follow these steps:
Hardin 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 Hardin 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.)
Email – info@ncic.com
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Hardin County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Hardin County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hardin County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-246-5105 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Hardin County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Ask Hardin County Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Hardin County Jail
Ask Hardin County Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Hardin County Jail what the tablets can be used for and whether there is a charge.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hardin County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-246-5105 for further assistance.
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