Real County Jail
Real County Jail
You can contact the 3-bed Real County Jail for information on inmates by calling 830-232-5201, 24 hours a day.
Every misdemeanor and felony arrest in this county results in a trip to this facility for booking and processing. If the charges require detention, the inmate stays here until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held pending the outcome of their trial.
To view who is currently in custody, use the inmate search tool.
Inmates serving a sentence of less than one year stay in this county. Inmates serving longer sentences are sent to the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page describes the visitation schedule, how to add money to an inmate’s account, mail an inmate, receive calls, use voicemail, email and text, rent a tablet, post a bail bond, and order commissary.
Save the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, since you’ll need it for communication. If it’s not available online, call Real County Jail at 830-232-5201.
Inmate Services
Phone
830-232-5201Mailing address (personal mail)
Real County Jail
c/o Real County Sheriff
PO Box 445
Leakey, TX 78873-0445
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Real County Jail
c/o Real County Sheriff
PO Box 445
Leakey, TX 78873-0445
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Real 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 830-232-5201 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Real County and anywhere in Texas.
Real County Jail Inmate Search
The Real County Jail maintains an average of 3 offenders in custody on any given day. The Real 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 Real County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 60 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Real County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Real County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year. Overflow inmates will go to neighboring jails when this one is full, which doesn't take much, given their 3 beds.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, and Immigration.
The single story, stone block building is bordered by Evergreen, Main, US-83 and 4th Street
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 830-232-5201, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation on Vinelink.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates or other jails as needed in their van, and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Real County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, and recreation.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visiting days and times are Sundays and Wednesdays.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Real County Jail
c/o Real County Sheriff
PO Box 445
Leakey, TX 78873-0445
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Real County Jail
c/o Real County Sheriff
PO Box 445
Leakey, TX 78873-0445
- Jail (Main): 830-232-5201
- Sheriff: 830-232-5201
What should you know about the booking process at Real County Jail?
Once arrested, the person is taken to Real County Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Real County Jail include:
- Confirming identity.
- Taking mugshots for record.
- Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Comprehensive physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Access to a free phone call.
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Real County Jail at 830-232-5201.
Steps to pay bail in Real County
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Real County Jail in Leakey for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 830-232-5201.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
- Pay a cash bond in full at the bonding window inside the jail or at the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order; a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor often takes debit and credit cards for an extra fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (the jail can be reached at 830-232-5201).
- Licensed bail bond agents in Real County are available for assistance.
- Land or a home can often serve as bond collateral: the owner provides a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value showing clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, commonly double, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To learn more about the bail process in Real County, Texas, visit the Real County Jail Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Real County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Real County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
146 US-83
Leakey, TX 78873
830-232-5201
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- Call 830-232-5201 to confirm an appointment to visit.
- 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 830-232-5201 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 11:00AM - 12:00AM |
| WEDNESDAY | 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Real County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-232-5201 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Real County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Real County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-232-5201 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Real County Jail?
How to Deposit Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Real County Jail
Inmates are allowed to have an account at the facility in order to purchase commissary items such as snacks, hygeine products, phone cards and stationary. These are the instructions on how to deposit money with them, pick up money they had with them when they were arrested, and how much money they need.
For complete information on inmate money and commissary issues, check out our Inmate Money page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Real County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-232-5201 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Real County Jail?
Collect Calls
- Almost every jail, including Real County Jail, will allow inmates to contact pre-approved friends and family members' phones by calling collect.
- Calling collect is typically the most expensive way to contact people by phone and in many cases, it requires credit approval or a deposit to be made into a third-party phone company account through a contract with the jail.
Direct Calls
- Many jails are now contracting with a third party service (for a fee) that is less expensive and allows your inmate to use their phone system to make direct calls to your land line or cell phone.
- To find out about Real County Jail phone services, call 830-232-5201 or review the information on the Inmate Phone page.
- Some jails also allow sell phone cards directly to an inmate in the jail commissary store.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Real County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-232-5201 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Real County Jail, and what can I send them?
Real County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Real 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 Real 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#
Real County Jail
c/o Real County Sheriff
PO Box 445
Leakey, TX 78873-0445
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Real County Jail
c/o Real County Sheriff
PO Box 445
Leakey, TX 78873-0445
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 Real 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 Real County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Real County Jail
c/o Real County Sheriff
PO Box 445
Leakey, TX 78873-0445
Real County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Real County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Real 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#
Real County Jail
c/o Real County Sheriff
PO Box 445
Leakey, TX 78873-0445
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Real County Jail
c/o Real County Sheriff
PO Box 445
Leakey, TX 78873-0445
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 Real 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 Real County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Real County Jail
c/o Real County Sheriff
PO Box 445
Leakey, TX 78873-0445
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Real County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-232-5201 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Real County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Real County Jail provides an in-house commissary service for inmates to use money in their account to purchase snacks, hygeine products, phone cards and stationary supplies.
- Commissary purchases are allowed at least once per week.
- There is a limit of $300 per month that any inmate can spend on these products.
- Instructions on how to deposit money is listed below.
How to Deposit Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Real County Jail
Inmates are allowed to have an account at the facility in order to purchase commissary items such as snacks, hygeine products, phone cards and stationary. These are the instructions on how to deposit money with them, pick up money they had with them when they were arrested, and how much money they need.
For complete information on inmate money and commissary issues, check out our Inmate Money page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Real County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-232-5201 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Real County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Real County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-232-5201 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Real County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Real County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 830-232-5201 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Real County?
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