You can call the 80-bed Jim Wells County Jail 24 hours a day for inmate information at 361-668-0341.
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 Jim Wells County Jail at 361-668-0341 for assistance.
Phone: 361-668-0341
Physical Address:
300 N. Cameron Street
Alice, TX 78333
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jim Wells County Jail
P. O. Box 1286
Alice, TX 78333
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jim Wells County Jail
P. O. Box 1286
Alice, TX 78333
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Jim Wells 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 361-668-0341 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Jim Wells County and anywhere in Texas.
Jim Wells County Jail Inmate Search
The Jim Wells County Jail maintains an average of 80 offenders in custody on any given day. The Jim Wells 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 Jim Wells County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 22,720 offenders.
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The tan brick, single story Jim Wells County Jail, at the corner of N. Cameron and E. 3rd Street in Alice, Texas, just across the street from the Sheriff's Office, is at full capacity and then some. Even though they are rated for 80 beds, there are many times when they have 90 or more inmates in custody. Because of the overcrowding they are working out a deal with Zapata County Regional Jail to handle their overflow. Kleberg, Bee, and Live Oak counties are all at full capacity as well.
Inmates at this jail are offenders who have been arrested in Jim Wells 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.
The jail facility is designed to accommodate multiple purposes and provides one or more multipurpose rooms with a minimum of 200 square feet of floor space for every increment of 100 offenders, based on the design capacity. These rooms serve various functions such as group assembly, conferences, contact visitation, counseling, religious services, education, and other special uses.
To ensure privacy and security, the design and construction of the facility prevent direct visibility into areas occupied by offenders from the public. Public access is limited to a main entrance, and control measures are in place to regulate access to the offender occupied areas. Additionally, a public lobby or waiting area is provided for the convenience of visitors, equipped with seating, drinking fountains, restrooms, and storage lockers. The facility also considers the needs of disabled visitors.
Separation cells within the jail facility are equipped with specific features and amenities. Each cell is furnished with a bunk, mirror, table, and seat separate from the bunk. Additional amenities such as a shelf, clothes hook, and electrical receptacles with ground fault protection are provided. Plumbing facilities in the cells include a toilet, lavatory, shower, and floor drain. The cells are designed to provide a minimum of 40 square feet of clear floor space.
Jim Wells County is a county located in the state of Texas. As of the 2020 census, it had a population of 38,891. The county was established in 1911 and is home to various communities.
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Jim Wells County Jail where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Jim Wells County Jail:
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 361-668-0341.
Once someone is booked at Jim Wells County Jail in Alice after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 361-668-0341 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Jim Wells County, Texas, see the Jim Wells County Jail Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Jim Wells County Jail? What is the Schedule?
300 N. Cameron Street
Alice, TX 78333
361-668-0341
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 361-668-0341 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 1:00PM - 3:30PM |
| MONDAY | 1:00PM - 3:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 1:00PM - 3:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 1:00PM - 3:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 1:00PM - 3:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 1:00PM - 3:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 1:00PM - 3:30PM |
Inmate Visitation
IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the Jim Wells 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 Jim Wells 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 Jim Wells 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 Jim Wells County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-668-0341 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Jim Wells County Jail?
REMOTE INMATE VIDEO CALLS
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jim Wells County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-668-0341 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Jim Wells County Jail?
There are two options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Jim Wells County Jail uses CommissaryDeposit.com 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.
Choice 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 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.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
**Call 361-668-0341 first to ask Jim Wells County Jail if this option is still available.
To deposit money in an Jim Wells County Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Jim Wells County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Jim Wells County, go to our Send Money Page for details.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jim Wells County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-668-0341 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Jim Wells County Jail?
To register and sign up for a phone account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Jim Wells County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:
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 Jim Wells 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 Jim Wells County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-668-0341 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Jim Wells County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
Check the Jim Wells County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Jim Wells 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#
Jim Wells County Jail
P. O. Box 1286
Alice, TX 78333
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jim Wells County Jail
P. O. Box 1286
Alice, TX 78333
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Jim Wells County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Jim Wells County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jim Wells County Jail
P. O. Box 1286
Alice, TX 78333
Postcards
Check the Jim Wells County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Jim Wells County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jim Wells County Jail
P. O. Box 1286
Alice, TX 78333
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jim Wells County Jail
P. O. Box 1286
Alice, TX 78333
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Jim Wells County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Jim Wells County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Jim Wells County Jail
P. O. Box 1286
Alice, TX 78333
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jim Wells County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-668-0341 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Jim Wells County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Ordering from CommissaryOrder.com is a simple process:
Commissary Order Fees
In addition to the items you purchase, you will pay a ‘service fee’ for each item selected. The first item you select will cost you a fee of $2.00-3.00, then an additional $0.35 to $0.50 for each item you select after that.
Maximum Amount
Jim Wells County Jail only allows you to purchase a maximum amount of $200.00 worth of products at a time.
Items you may Purchase from CommissaryDeposit.com:
Customer Support
- CommissaryOrder.com only provides customer support via email at Support@CommissaryOrder.com
Inmate Money Deposit Option
If you do NOT want to choose the commissary items for your inmate, but have them decide for themselves, go to CommissaryDeposit.com and send them money direct so they can purchase the items they want.
The fees to send money directly to your inmate are as follows:
$0.01 - $25.00 = $3.25 + 3%
$25.01 - $100 = $4.50 + 3%
$100.01 to $200 = $6.00 + 3%
$200.01 & up = $7.50 + 3%
(NOTE: The maximum allowed deposit is $260.00)
To deposit money in an Jim Wells County Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Jim Wells County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Jim Wells County, go to our Send Money Page for details.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jim Wells County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-668-0341 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Jim Wells County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
The Jim Wells County Jail contracts with City Tele Coin, the same company that offers Phone and Video Calling, to allow inmates to send and receive digital text messages from friends and loved ones.
You may have to provide them the funds to rent a tablet for a small monthly fee to do this, and of course there is a fee to send and receive messages.
To register for text and email digital message with your inmate go to City Tele Coin and sign up.
Customer Service Contact information:
onlinesupport@citytelecoin.com
318-746-1114
The Jim Wells County Jail contracts with City Tele Coin, the same company that offers Phone and Video Calling, to allow inmates to send and receive digital text messages from friends and loved ones.
You may have to provide them the funds to rent a tablet for a small monthly fee to do this, and of course there is a fee to send and receive messages.
To register for text and email digital message with your inmate go to City Tele Coin and sign up.
Customer Service Contact information:
onlinesupport@citytelecoin.com
318-746-1114
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jim Wells County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-668-0341 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Jim Wells County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
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:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
City Tele Coin is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
Ask City Tele Coin whether tablets at this jail are rented by the month. The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for activities such as:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jim Wells County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-668-0341 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Jim Wells County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Jim Wells County?
