The Kenedy County Jail is CLOSED. Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Kleberg County Detention Center for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they either get bail or are released from custody on their own recognizance. The Kleberg County Detention Center can be reached by phone at 361-595-8500 ext. 1251.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in Kleberg County. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 361-294-5205, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Kenedy County Jail at 361-294-5205 to get it.
Phone: 361-294-5205
Physical Address:
175 Cuellar Avenue
Sarita, TX 78385
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & PID # + Unit location, if known
Kleberg County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1360
Kingsville, TX. 78363
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & PID # + Unit location, if known
Kleberg County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1360
Kingsville, TX. 78363
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Kenedy 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 361-294-5205 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Kenedy County and anywhere in Texas.
Kenedy County Jail Inmate Search
The Kenedy County Jail maintains an average of 0 offenders in custody on any given day. The Kenedy 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 Kenedy County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1 offenders.
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The Kenedy County Jail is closed. All offenders are brought to Kleberg County Detention Center in Kingsvill, TX for booking. You can call the Kleberg Detention Center at 361-595-8500 ext. 1251
Kenedy County, located in the state of Texas, has a population of 350 as of the 2020 census. It is one of the least populous counties in both Texas and the United States, ranking third and fourth, respectively. The county seat is Sarita. The Sheriff's Office is located in the Kenedy County Law Enforcement Center, also known as the Louis Edgar Turcotte Jr. Law Enforcement Center.
In terms of crime rate, Kenedy, TX had a 2019 crime index of 501 (according to City-Data.com), which is 1.9 times higher than the national average. It exceeded the crime rate of 95.7% of cities in the United States.
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Kenedy County Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Kenedy County Jail:
For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Kenedy County Jail at 361-294-5205.
Once an individual is booked at Kenedy County Jail in Sarita, options for their release include:
1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 361-294-5205 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
For more details on the bail process in Kenedy County, Texas, visit the Kenedy County Jail Bail Page.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Kenedy County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
Check the Kenedy 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 Kenedy 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 & PID # + Unit location, if known
Kleberg County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1360
Kingsville, TX. 78363
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & PID # + Unit location, if known
Kleberg County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1360
Kingsville, TX. 78363
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 Kenedy 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 Kenedy County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & PID # + Unit location, if known
Kleberg County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1360
Kingsville, TX. 78363
Postcards
Check the Kenedy County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Kenedy County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & PID # + Unit location, if known
Kleberg County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1360
Kingsville, TX. 78363
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & PID # + Unit location, if known
Kleberg County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1360
Kingsville, TX. 78363
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 Kenedy 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 Kenedy County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & PID # + Unit location, if known
Kleberg County Detention Center
P.O. Box 1360
Kingsville, TX. 78363
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kenedy County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-294-5205 for further assistance.
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