Somervell County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Somervell County

Somervell County Jail Information

Somervell County Jail is a 57-bed jail in Glen Rose, Somervell County, Texas. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 254-897-2242.

This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.

The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.

Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Somervell County Jail at 254-897-2242 for assistance.

Phone: 254-897-2242

Physical Address:
750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Somervell County Jail
750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Somervell County Jail
750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Somervell County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Somervell 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 254-897-2242 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Somervell County and anywhere in Texas.

Somervell County Jail Inmate Search

The Somervell County Jail maintains an average of 57 offenders in custody on any given day. The Somervell 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 Somervell County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,140 offenders.

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About the Somervell County Jail

The 57-bed Somervell County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Somervell County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year. 

It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed; often Hood County needs extra space.

The tan, dimensional concrete block, single story building, built in the early 2000s, is located on Bo Gibbs Blvd., across from the Somervell County Food Bank, and next door to Titan Manufacturing. The jail shares the Law Enforcement Center with the county sheriff.

If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 254-897-2242, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.

Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, 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 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 Somervell 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, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills. 

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 different for males and females.

Men are Wednesdays 6:00PM to 10:00PM and Saturdays 8:00AM to 2:00PM.

Women are Mondays from 6:00PM to 10:00PM and Sundays from 8:00AM to 2:00PM.

Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit. 

Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program. 

Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page

All personal mail is sent to: 

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Somervell County Jail
750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043

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#
Somervell County Jail
750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043

Somervell County is situated on the Edwards Plateau in the state of Texas. According to the 2020 census, it had a population of 9,205. The county seat is Glen Rose. It was named after Alexander Somervell, who served as the secretary of war for the Republic of Texas.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What should you know about the booking process at Somervell County Jail?

Once arrested, the person is taken to Somervell 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 Somervell 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.

Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Somervell County Jail at 254-897-2242.

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

Steps to pay bail in Somervell County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Somervell County Jail in Glen Rose 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 254-897-2242.

Bail payment can be handled through various means.

  • Payment methods include cash, credit cards, and money orders.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Somervell County are available for assistance.
  • Property within the county can be offered as collateral for bail.

To learn more about the bail process in Somervell County, Texas, visit the Somervell County Jail Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Somervell County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043
254-897-2242

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 254-897-2242 and get your inmate's times and make 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 254-897-2242 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY
females
8:00AM - 2:00PM
MONDAY
females
6:00PM - 10:00PM
WEDNESDAY
males
6:00PM - 10:00PM
SATURDAY
males
8:00AM - 2:00PM

Somervell 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 Somervell County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-897-2242 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 Somervell County Jail?

Somervell County Jail Inmate Video Visitation Schedule

750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043
254-897-2242

  • 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.

ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 1:00PM - 4:00PM
6:30PM - 9:00PM
MONDAY 1:00PM - 4:00PM
6:30PM - 9:00PM
TUESDAY 1:00PM - 4:00PM
6:30PM - 9:00PM
WEDNESDAY 1:00PM - 4:00PM
6:30PM - 9:00PM
THURSDAY 1:00PM - 4:00PM
6:30PM - 9:00PM
FRIDAY 1:00PM - 4:00PM
​​​​​​​6:30PM - 9:00PM
SATURDAY 1:00PM - 4:00PM
​​​​​​​6:30PM - 9:00PM

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 Somervell County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-897-2242 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Somervell 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
Somervell 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 Somervell 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#
Somervell County Jail
750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043


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 Somervell County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Somervell 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 Somervell County.
  • After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
  • Choose Texas, then choose Somervell 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 Somervell County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Somervell 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 Somervell County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Somervell County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Somervell County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-897-2242 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Somervell County Jail?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Somervell County follow these instructions:

Somervell 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 Somervell County Jail
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your Account. ($10-$100 at a time)

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 Somervell County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account - $3.00 
  • Cost of phone call of a Prepaid Collect Account - $0.21 per minute
  • Cost of an interstate (ex. Texas to a different state) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost of an intrastate (ex. Texas to Texas) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost if you set up your account (or fund it) by phone using a live agent, you will be charged a one-time fee of $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 Somervell 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 Somervell County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-897-2242 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Somervell County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Somervell 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 Somervell 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#
Somervell County Jail
750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Somervell County Jail
750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043



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 Somervell 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 Somervell 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#
Somervell County Jail
750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043

Somervell County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Somervell 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 Somervell County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Somervell County Jail
750 Bo Gibbs Blvd.
Glen Rose, TX 76043


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 Somervell County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-897-2242 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

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

Search for JailATM services for Somervell County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Somervell County Jail. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Somervell 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

Somervell 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 Somervell County

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

  • Go to JailATM, choose Texas, then choose Somervell 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 Somervell County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Somervell 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 Somervell County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Somervell County.


 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Somervell County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-897-2242 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

Somervell 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 Somervell County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Somervell 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 Somervell County Jail, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Somervell 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 Somervell County, visit our full page guide

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Somervell County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-897-2242 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

Somervell 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 Somervell County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 254-897-2242 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Somervell County Jail? What does it look like?
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Somervell County?

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