This guide helps you run an Inmate Search in Jefferson County, Texas and check the next official places to use for booking details, jail updates, visitation, and mail.
The main public tool is Jefferson County Inmate Search through the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. This site is independent and does not provide legal, tax, or financial advice or guarantees; use official resources.
Jefferson County inmate search
Have the inmate's name ready before you begin.
- Last name
- First name
Start with the county's official search page: search Jefferson County jail inmates.
- Enter the inmate's last name, first name, or both on the search form.
- Run the search and review the matching names in the results list.
- Click a result to open that inmate's detail view.
New records can appear within about one hour after a person is processed. If you do not find a match, check the spelling and try searching by last name only.
Current inmate roster and daily arrests
If you want a list view instead of a name search, use the county PDFs for the current jail population and recent bookings.
Open the current inmate roster for a quick roster-style check, or view the daily arrests report to see subjects booked during the past 24-hour reporting window. The search page also shows a last updated time so you can confirm how recent the online information is.
Booking and release details
The Jefferson County Correctional Facility is a short-term facility certified by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards. During intake, each person is searched, property is logged, identification is completed, medical screening begins, and the person is booked before temporary housing and final classification.
Release can happen through bond, payment of fines, credit for time served, a refusal from the Jefferson County District Attorney's Office, or commitment to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. If the online record is missing or the status is unclear, the jail and release numbers in the contact section are the fastest next step.
Visitation schedule
The regular visitation schedule below is in effect for the Jefferson County Correctional Facility.
| Day | Hours | Housing groups |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Closed | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Q side or FB (North); Maximum Security or FA (South) |
| Thursday | 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. | General Population or Youths (North); Females (South) |
| Friday | 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Maximum Security or FA (North); P side (South) |
| Saturday | 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Females (North); General Population or Youths (South); P side Dorms (North) |
| Sunday | 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Q side or FB (South) |
All visits must be scheduled before the day of the visit by calling Visitation at (409) 726-2565. Inmates are allowed two 30-minute visits per week, and the kiosk for deposits is open Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Bring only ID, keys, and cash or a credit card for the kiosk. Cellphones are not allowed in the building, and you must remain in the visitation building until the visit ends.
Send mail to an inmate
Regular inmate mail is handled through Smart Communications MailGuard. Letters, postcards, greeting cards, and photos are scanned so inmates can view them electronically.
Address regular postal mail to JSCO-SCH Inmate Name – Inmate ID, c/o Mail Processing Center, P.O. Box 9154, Seminole, FL 33775-9145. Address legal mail, money orders, and books shipped directly from a book publishing company to Jefferson County Correctional Facility, Inmate Name – Inmate ID, 5030 Hwy 69 South, Beaumont, TX 77705.
Print the inmate's name and booking or ID number clearly on the outside of the envelope or postcard. Books are accepted only when they are shipped directly from a book publishing company.
Texas victim notifications
If you need custody alerts, use the statewide Integrated Victim Services System. You can search by full name, partial name, State ID, or Jail ID number, and you can request notifications with or without creating an account.
Status changes are updated 24 hours a day, but that service should not be used as an official record. Use the Texas IVSS offender search when you need notification options in addition to the county inmate search.
Jefferson County inmate contacts
Use these public-facing contacts when you need help with inmate status, booking, release, or visitation scheduling.
- Jefferson County Sheriff's Office — 1001 Pearl St. #103, Beaumont, TX 77701; Hours: M-F 8-5pm; Phone: (409) 835-8411; Email: [email protected]
- Jefferson County Jail — Phone: (409) 726-2500
- Book In — Phone: (409) 726-2540
- Releases — Phone: (409) 726-2541
- Visitation — Phone: (409) 726-2565
Common questions
How do I search for an inmate in Jefferson County, Texas?
Use the county's official inmate tool to search by name. Start at the Jefferson County inmate search page, enter the last name, first name, or both, and open the matching result to view the inmate details.
How soon will a new booking appear online?
Jefferson County says inmate details should be available within an hour after processing. If no result appears, check the spelling and try a last-name-only search first. If the person still does not appear, call the jail at (409) 726-2500.
What is the difference between the inmate search and the daily arrests report?
The inmate search is the main name-based lookup for people in the Jefferson County jail, and clicking a result opens more detail. The daily arrests report is a list-style report for subjects booked during the past 24-hour reporting window. Use the search tool when you know the person's name and the arrests report when you want a recent booking list.
How do I schedule a visit?
Visits must be scheduled before the day of the visit. Call Visitation at (409) 726-2565, then confirm the correct housing group and day from the schedule above. Inmates are allowed two 30-minute visits per week.
Where do I send inmate mail?
Regular mail goes to the Smart Communications Mail Processing Center in Seminole, Florida, and it is scanned for electronic delivery. Legal mail, money orders, and books shipped directly from a publisher go to Jefferson County Correctional Facility, 5030 Hwy 69 South, Beaumont, TX 77705. Always include the inmate's name and inmate ID or booking number on the outside.