Jefferson County Jail Inmate Search & Roster 2026

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Jefferson County, Texas · Current custody, booking and family action guide

Jefferson County Booking Roster: Find Custody, Bond and Jail Details

Finding a name is only the first step. Families also need to know whether the listing is current, what the arrest and bond fields mean, when the person can be visited, which ID is needed for mail or deposits and whether the charge has reached a criminal court.

This guide places the important Jefferson County rules in one page. The county portal is needed only for the final live search, roster download, payment, message, visit or court-record action.

Run the live inmate search Call the jail: 409-726-2500 Fix a failed search
Do not identify someone by name or photograph alone. Confirm the arrest ID, age, booking date, arresting agency, warrant number or court number. A jail charge is an allegation—not a finding of guilt—and custody details can change after magistration, bond, release or transfer.
Search delay

Processed inmates normally appear within about one hour.

Jail information

409-726-2500

Facility address

5030 Highway 69 South, Beaumont.

Visitation

Schedule in advance at 409-726-2565.

Facts reviewed

August 5, 2026 using official sources.

Choose the right record

Inmate search, current roster or daily arrest log?

INTERACTIVE SEARCH Find one person

Enter a last name and optional first name. Open a result to review personal descriptors, booking date, arresting agency, charges, degree codes, bond amounts and bond conditions.

Best for: confirming one person’s current Jefferson County booking.
CURRENT INMATE LOG Review the jail roster

The printable current-inmate log provides a roster-style snapshot. Because custody can change, use the interactive result or call the jail before sending money or traveling.

Best for: scanning the current roster or retaining a dated reference.
DAILY ARREST LOG Check recent bookings

The daily arrest PDF covers arrests recorded during the previous reporting window, generally 6 a.m. to 6 a.m. It lists booking details but is not proof that the person remains jailed.

Best for: arrests entered during the past 24-hour reporting cycle.
Search one inmate Open current roster PDF Open 24-hour arrest log
Do not treat a PDF as a live release confirmation. A roster or daily log is a snapshot. The person may have bonded, completed release, transferred or received a status change after the PDF was generated.

Choose the problem you need to solve

The guide is organized around the actions families take after an arrest.

Official search workflow

How to search the Jefferson County Jail roster without missing the inmate

Open the Jefferson County inmate search Use the county-hosted portal rather than a third-party people-search or mugshot website.
Enter the last name first Leave the first-name field blank during the first attempt. Jefferson County specifically recommends a last-name-only search when a person does not appear.
Check spelling and name variations Try a maiden name, former surname, shortened first name, hyphen variation, suffix or alternate spelling.
Add the first name only when needed Use the first name to reduce a long list after confirming that the surname search works.
Open every plausible result Compare the arrest ID, age, sex, physical descriptors, booking date and arresting agency.
Review every charge row A single booking may have multiple warrants, charges, bond amounts or release conditions.
Save the identifiers exactly Record the full name as displayed, arrest ID, booking date, warrant number and arresting agency.
Confirm before spending money or traveling Call 409-726-2500 when the arrest is recent, release appears likely, or the person has a common name.
Expected posting time: Jefferson County says a processed inmate’s details are normally available for searching within one hour. That timing begins after processing—not necessarily from the time of arrest.
Run the live Jefferson County search Call jail information
Booking-result decoder

What each Jefferson County inmate-search field means

Jefferson County inmate and charge fields explained
Field What it identifies What it does not prove Best next action
Arrest ID The identifier tied to the displayed arrest or booking record. It does not establish guilt or the court outcome. Save it before contacting the jail or records personnel.
Booking date When the person entered the Jefferson County booking process. It may differ from the alleged offense or arrest time. Use it to distinguish a current arrest from an older one.
Age and descriptors Age, sex, race, hair, eyes, height and weight entered into the record. Physical descriptors can be approximate or entered differently. Combine them with the arrest ID and booking date.
Arresting agency The sheriff, police department or other agency responsible for the arrest. It does not mean that agency controls the court record. Request the incident or arrest report from that agency.
Charge description The alleged offense associated with the booking or warrant. The prosecutor may file, amend, reduce or decline the allegation. Check the correct felony or misdemeanor court index.
Degree code or class The offense level entered with the charge. It may not reflect a later amended or reduced charge. Use the level to choose District Clerk or County Clerk records.
Warrant number The warrant reference associated with the charge. It does not explain whether another warrant or hold exists. Give the number to jail, court or warrant personnel.
Bond amount The amount shown for the individual charge or warrant. Paying one bond may not resolve every charge or hold. Review all rows and confirm release eligibility first.
Bond condition A restriction or condition connected with release on that matter. The short roster wording may not contain the complete court order. Obtain and follow the signed bond-condition order.
Same-name safeguard: Never send money, publish an allegation or contact an employer based only on a matching name. Confirm at least two independent identifiers.
Troubleshooting

No Jefferson County inmate record found? Follow this order

The arrest occurred within the last few hours Identification, medical screening, property inventory and booking may not be complete. Retry after the county’s approximate one-hour post-processing window.
The spelling may be different Search only the last name. Then try a maiden name, compound surname, suffix or alternate spelling.
The person may be in a city jail A Beaumont, Port Arthur or other municipal arrest may involve temporary city custody before county transfer.
The roster entry disappeared The person may have posted bond, paid fines, received time-served credit, been released after a prosecutor refusal or transferred.
The daily arrest log shows the name The log confirms an arrest entry during its reporting window, but the person may no longer be in custody.
A court case exists but no jail entry appears The defendant may be out on bond, released, associated with an older case or never booked into current county custody.
The person entered state custody A commitment may transfer the person to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice after county processing.
The information is restricted Juvenile, sealed, confidential, medical or legally protected information may not appear publicly.
Call script that gives jail staff useful information “I am trying to confirm whether [full legal name], age or date of birth [information], is currently in Jefferson County custody. The arrest may have occurred on [date] through [agency]. I have arrest ID or warrant number [number]. Can you confirm whether processing is incomplete, the person was released, or custody transferred?”
General jail information

409-726-2500

Book-In

409-726-2540

Releases

409-726-2541

Identification and Forensics

409-726-2532

After arrest

What happens during Jefferson County Jail intake?

The Sheriff’s correctional-facility description explains why a person may not appear immediately and why housing or release information may change.

Search and security intake Each person entering the facility is searched as part of the admission process.
Property inventory Property is taken, logged and bagged. This creates a record used when property is returned or otherwise lawfully released.
Identification The person is processed through the Identification Section before the public record is fully available.
Initial medical screening A state-certified paramedic screens for obvious injuries and medical conditions.
Charges and release information The person is booked and advised of the charges and available means of release, if any.
Temporary housing A person who cannot immediately secure release is dressed in a facility uniform and placed in temporary quarters.
Classification Jail personnel evaluate the current charges, criminal history, institutional conduct and other safety or mental-health factors.
Permanent housing or release The person receives a housing classification or leaves through the Releases Section when legal release requirements are met.
Why one hour is not guaranteed from arrest: The county’s approximate search timing applies after processing. Transport, identification, medical needs and booking workload can extend the period between arrest and public listing.
Facility and classification

How Jefferson County assigns inmate housing

Jefferson County describes the correctional facility as a short-term, Texas Commission on Jail Standards-certified facility operating in a direct-supervision environment.

Jefferson County classification and housing levels
Classification Officially described setting Practical effect for families
Low risk Open-bay dormitory housing with greater controlled movement. Housing can still change after review, court movement or conduct.
Medium risk Open-bay housing with movement outside the living area under escort. Movement restrictions may affect service or visit timing.
High or maximum risk Two maximum-security buildings with 186 beds. Special security rules and the maximum-security visitation day apply.
Administrative separation Separation for safety, protective, disciplinary or special-condition reasons. Do not assume that separation is punishment or disclose private medical conclusions.
Trustee status A classification based on eligibility, history, conduct and operational needs. Trustee status is assigned by the facility, not requested through the public roster.

Information considered during classification

Current charges
Prior criminal history
Conduct inside the facility
Safety and separation needs
Texas criminal-information records
National criminal-information records
Medical or mental-health assessment when relevant
Least-restrictive safe placement

Programs described by Jefferson County

Education

GED preparation, reading classes and other coordinated educational opportunities.

Behavior and recovery

Anger management, Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and related programming.

Family and vocational skills

Parenting classes, auto-body repair and other programs offered as resources permit.

Law-library access: The main law library serves low- and medium-security inmates, while an auxiliary resource serves maximum-security inmates.
First appearance and bond

What happens at Jefferson County magistration?

Magistrate Court is where misdemeanor and felony defendants first appear soon after arrest. The hearing is not a trial and the judge does not take a plea to the charged offense.

Probable cause

The magistrate reviews whether probable cause supports the arrest and continued detention.

Rights and charges

The defendant is informed of the charges and legal rights.

Bail decision

The judge decides whether to set bail and the appropriate amount.

Personal bond

The court considers whether release on personal bond is legally and factually appropriate.

Release conditions

The judge can issue conditions governing contact, travel, weapons, monitoring or other conduct.

Appointed counsel

An eligible indigent defendant may request court-appointed counsel through the required affidavit.

How Jefferson County describes bail

Bail is money or property pledged to assure that a released defendant returns for court. A defendant may use a licensed surety or deposit U.S. currency with the Sheriff in the amount of the bond when legally permitted.

No split bond: The Magistrate Court explains that Texas law does not allow a magistrate to create a bond that is partly cash and partly surety, or partly personal and partly cash or surety.
Jefferson County does not accept e-bonds. A commercial bondsman must be licensed by the Jefferson County Bail Bond Board. The Sheriff’s Office does not guarantee or recommend a particular private company.
List every charge and warrant A person may have several bond amounts, bond conditions or holds.
Confirm whether each matter is bondable A no-bond order, outside hold or pending court review can prevent release.
Ask whether personal bond is being considered Pretrial screening and judicial approval are required; the family cannot guarantee eligibility.
Verify the payment or surety route Confirm current instructions with the jail or licensed bondsman before delivering funds.
Keep the receipt Preserve the arrest ID, warrant or case number, amount, payment time and receipt.
Wait for physical release confirmation Bond approval does not mean the person has completed paperwork, property return and exit processing.
Bond scam warning: Do not pay a supposed official through gift cards, cryptocurrency, Cash App or a personal transfer account. Independently call the jail before sending money.
Magistrate Court
5030 Highway 69 South
Beaumont, TX 77705

409-726-2574

Pre-Trial Information Program

409-835-8459

Release status

Why an inmate may remain after bond or disappear from the roster

Jefferson County lists several common release paths. The public search may change when one of these is processed.

Bond posted

The releasable bond requirements for all applicable matters have been met.

Fines paid

The person satisfies the financial requirement connected with release where legally applicable.

Time served

The court or jail record credits enough custody time to satisfy the confinement requirement.

Prosecutor refusal

The Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office declines the matter under the circumstances presented.

TDCJ commitment

The person leaves county custody for transfer into the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system.

Other jurisdiction

An outside warrant, detainer or transfer order moves control to another agency.

Release processing is not instant. Jail personnel must verify authority, resolve holds, complete documents and return eligible property before the person physically exits.
Release-status call script “I am checking the release status of [full name], arrest ID [number]. The roster previously showed [bond or status]. Can you confirm whether release has been authorized, whether another hold remains, and whether the person has physically left the facility?”
Call Releases: 409-726-2541
On-site visitation

Jefferson County Jail visitation schedule and building rules

Appointment required

Schedule before the day of the visit.

Visit allowance

Two 30-minute visits per week.

Visitation days

Wednesday through Sunday.

Scheduled hours

11 a.m.–8 p.m.

Appointment line

409-726-2565

Call before choosing a day. The correct day and north/south side depend on the inmate’s current housing classification. Housing can change after the appointment is planned.
Published Jefferson County Correctional Facility visitation schedule
Day North side South side Hours
Monday Closed Closed No scheduled on-site visits
Tuesday Closed Closed No scheduled on-site visits
Wednesday Q side and FB Maximum Security and FA 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Thursday General Population and Youths Females 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Friday Maximum Security and FA P side 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Saturday Females General Population and Youths 11 a.m.–8 p.m.
Sunday P-side dorms Q side and FB 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

What visitors may take into the visitation building

Required identification
Keys
Cash for the deposit kiosk
Credit card for the deposit kiosk
Cellphones are not allowed in the building. The published notice says visitors must remain in the visitation building from arrival until the visit is complete or the visit will be terminated.
Deposit kiosk hours: The visitation-building kiosk is scheduled Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Operational or holiday closures can still occur.
Confirm the inmate’s current housing Save the exact name and arrest ID before calling.
Call before the intended visit day Appointments must be scheduled in advance at 409-726-2565.
Ask for the correct north or south assignment Do not choose the schedule from the charge or gender alone.
Confirm the visitor-identification requirement Ask which government-issued ID is accepted and whether age-related rules apply.
Leave prohibited items outside Bring only identification, keys and money or card needed for the kiosk.
Arrive early and remain inside Allow time for identification and visitor processing.
Schedule at 409-726-2565
Calls and electronic communication

Jefferson County inmate phone and SmartInmate accounts

Jefferson County uses Smart Communications for calling accounts, electronic messages, photos and remote video visitation.

Prepaid Collect

The account holder prepays for collect calls received from the inmate and controls approved telephone numbers and spending.

PIN Debit

Funds are placed in an account owned by the inmate and used for calls to facility-approved telephone numbers.

VMX voicemail

Prepaid Collect funds can also support voicemail messages when that feature is available for the account.

How to establish communication

Create a SmartInmate account Register online or call customer care at 888-253-5178.
Find the correct inmate Compare the exact name and facility before sending a connection request.
Wait for inmate approval The inmate must approve the connection before electronic communication begins.
Select the correct account type Choose Prepaid Collect for calls to approved outside numbers or PIN Debit for inmate-owned calling funds.
Review the fee before paying Different payment channels have different processing charges.
Save the transaction receipt Keep the account number, inmate match, amount, date and confirmation.
Published Smart Communications deposit fees
Deposit channel Availability Published processing fee
Online 24 hours a day $3
Automated telephone operator 24 hours a day at 888-253-5178 $3
Available lobby kiosk Facility kiosk operating hours $3
Live telephone operator 7 a.m.–midnight Eastern, seven days $5.95
Money order or certified check by mail Postal delivery time applies No processing fee listed
SmartInmate account deposit Online account $1.50 per deposit; $5 minimum deposit

Mailing a Smart Communications calling-account deposit

Make the money order or certified check payable to Smart Communications
Smart Communications Deposit Center
P.O. Box 1848
Pinellas Park, FL 33780

Include the telephone number of the PPC or PIN Debit account receiving the funds and the telephone number of the person making the deposit.

Create or manage SmartInmate account Call Smart customer care
Remote video and messages

Published Jefferson County electronic communication prices

On-site video

Free of charge through the published SmartInmate service.

Remote video

$0.20 per minute.

Session blocks

15 or 30 minutes.

Electronic photo

$1 per photo.

Electronic messages

Two messages are provided free each Saturday. Additional messages are listed at $0.50 each.

Remote-visit examples

A 15-minute visit is $3. A 30-minute visit is $6 at the published per-minute rate, before any separately disclosed account charges.

Connection approval comes first. Register, find the correct inmate and send a connection request. The inmate must approve it before messaging, photo delivery or remote video communication begins.
Assume communications are monitored. Do not discuss alleged facts, witnesses, evidence, passwords, escape plans, prohibited transactions or legal strategy during a non-privileged call, message or video visit.
Trust account and commissary

How to send money or approved packages to a Jefferson County inmate

Verify the facility before paying. Jefferson County publishes separate site IDs for the Correctional Facility and Downtown Jail. Selecting the wrong location or person can cause a difficult-to-correct deposit.
Jefferson County Correctional Facility

Site ID: 164

Jefferson Downtown Jail

Site ID: 170

Access Corrections deposit methods

Ways to fund an inmate trust account
Method Payment option What you need
Website Mastercard or Visa Inmate ID, first and last name, facility and location.
Mobile app Mastercard or Visa Correct inmate profile and facility selection.
Telephone Card through a live bilingual agent at 866-345-1884 Inmate ID and facility information.
Lobby kiosk Cash and, where accepted, Mastercard or Visa Exact inmate and facility information.
Cash Pay Today Cash at participating retailer after obtaining a barcode Registration and barcode before visiting the store.
Automated commissary line Follow prompts at 888-988-4768 Inmate ID or exact full name and date of birth, plus site ID.
Posting time: Jefferson County’s published instructions say online, app and phone deposits are available around the clock and funds are typically transferred in real time and posted within hours.
Fees vary. Access Corrections displays the applicable transaction charge based on payment method and amount before the deposit is finalized.

Mailing a money order directly for the inmate

Make the money order payable to the inmate and include the inmate ID
Jefferson County Correctional Facility
5030 Highway 69 South
Beaumont, TX 77705

Sending approved commissary packages

Access Securepak is the published package vendor. Its catalog contains items approved for the facility. Package limits, product availability, delivery cycles and eligibility can change.

Confirm the inmate’s eligibility A housing, disciplinary, release or transfer status may affect package delivery.
Open the Jefferson County catalog Select the correct state, facility and inmate.
Verify the name and ID Do not order from a name match alone.
Choose only catalog items Outside food or personal packages are not substitutes for the approved vendor process.
Review limits and total Check package frequency, spending limit, tax, service and shipping information.
Save the order confirmation Retain the order number until the inmate confirms delivery.
Make a trust-account deposit Call Access Corrections Order an approved package
MailGuard instructions

Jefferson County inmate mail addresses and routing rules

Jefferson County uses Smart Communications MailGuard for ordinary personal mail. Letters and photos are scanned and made available electronically through inmate kiosks.

Regular personal mail
JCSO-SCH
Inmate Name – Booking/ID Number
9490 FM 1960 Bypass West #355
Humble, TX 77338
Direct-to-facility documents
Inmate Name – Booking/ID Number
Jefferson County Correctional Facility
5030 Highway 69 South
Beaumont, TX 77705

Send to the Humble MailGuard address

Ordinary letters
Postcards
Greeting cards that can be scanned
Ordinary personal photographs

Send directly to the Beaumont facility

Legal mail
Court documents
Bank statements
Money orders
Approved publications
Other documents specifically directed to the facility
The inmate name and booking or ID number must be clearly printed on the outside. Missing or incorrect identification can prevent mail from being posted to the current account.

How digital mail works

Mail arrives at MailGuard Ordinary correspondence is routed to the Smart Communications processing address.
The envelope is matched Staff use the inmate’s name and booking or ID number to identify the correct account.
Eligible contents are scanned Letters and photos are converted into electronic images.
The inmate views the mail Scanned mail becomes available through facility kiosks.
Released users retain digital access The published notice says a released inmate can log in to SmartJailMail using the inmate number and password to download photos, messages and postal mail without charge.
Check before sending irreplaceable material. Vendor addresses and screening rules can change. Keep copies of photographs, legal papers and financial documents.
Court-case follow-up

Find the felony or misdemeanor case connected to the booking

DISTRICT CLERK Felony or grand-jury case

The District Clerk’s Criminal Division maintains felony and grand-jury records, including court proceedings, warrants, commitments, subpoenas and appeals.

Search the criminal index by filing year and compare the defendant name, indictment number and filing date.
COUNTY CLERK Class A or Class B misdemeanor

The County Clerk’s online misdemeanor index covers records from August 6, 1951 to the present. Case-document images are not available online.

Use the index to locate the case, then request the needed document from the misdemeanor division.
MAGISTRATE COURT Charge not filed yet

Before indictment, information or complaint, the matter may remain in pre-file status under Magistrate Court jurisdiction.

A recent arrest may not yet appear in the felony or misdemeanor filed-case index.

Felony search workflow

Open the District Clerk criminal index Select the year in which the felony case was likely filed.
Search the page for the surname Check aliases and spelling variations.
Copy the indictment number and filing date These identifiers are more reliable than a name alone.
Compare the filing with the jail charge The filed offense may be different from the original booking description.
Contact the Criminal Division for the file Ask for the docket, charging instrument, bond order, disposition or other specific document needed.
Public-index limitation: The District Clerk states that its online criminal index excludes cases with security restrictions, including sealed and juvenile matters.

Misdemeanor search workflow

Open the County Clerk’s web-access route Search the misdemeanor index using the defendant name and available date information.
Confirm the case type The County Clerk handles Class A and Class B misdemeanor criminal cases.
Record the case identifiers Copy the case number, party name and filing details.
Request the document separately The index is online, but misdemeanor document images are not.
Update frequency: The County Clerk states that court-case data is updated three times daily.
Jefferson County criminal court contacts
Office Record type Contact
District Clerk Criminal Division Felonies and grand-jury proceedings 409-835-8580
District Clerk Port Arthur District Clerk assistance in Port Arthur 409-727-2191
County Clerk Misdemeanor Division Class A and Class B misdemeanor cases 409-835-8475, option 4
Criminal District Court Court setting and docket questions for assigned cases 409-835-8431
Jefferson County District Clerk
1085 Pearl Street, Room 203
Beaumont, TX 77701

409-835-8580

Jefferson County Clerk
1085 Pearl Street
P.O. Box 1151
Beaumont, TX 77704

409-835-8475

countyclerk@jeffersoncountytx.gov

Search felony criminal index Open misdemeanor record instructions
Reading the court outcome

Do not stop at the original jail charge

Common post-arrest events and what they mean
Event or status Practical meaning Document to locate
Pre-file The arrest has occurred, but a prosecutor has not yet filed the formal criminal case. Magistration and bond records where publicly available.
Indictment A grand jury returned formal felony allegations. Indictment and District Clerk case record.
Information or complaint A formal misdemeanor charging document was filed. Filed information or complaint.
Prosecutor refusal The District Attorney declines the presented charge under the circumstances. Refusal or release documentation when publicly available.
Dismissal The filed count or case was dismissed. Signed dismissal or docket entry identifying each affected count.
Plea or judgment The case was resolved through a plea or adjudication. Plea papers, judgment and sentence.
Acquittal The defendant was found not guilty of the count resolved at trial. Verdict and judgment of acquittal.
TDCJ commitment A judgment or order commits the person to state custody. Judgment, sentence and commitment record.
A closed case label does not explain the result. Find the actual dismissal, refusal, verdict, judgment or sentencing document before describing the outcome.
Victim notification

Receive Jefferson County jail and Texas offender-status alerts

Texas operates the Integrated Victim Services System. The county-notification service can provide alerts about participating county jail custody or court-case status, while the main TDCJ IVSS system follows eligible post-conviction prison and parole events.

County custody

Use IVSS Counties for available Jefferson County jail-custody or court-status notifications.

TDCJ custody or parole

Use the main IVSS account when the offender enters state prison or parole or mandatory supervision.

Confidential registration

Victim-notification registration information is maintained confidentially by TDCJ.

Notification methods

Email
Text message
Letter
Telephone for certain notifications
Do not depend on a manual roster check for safety planning. Register for notifications, maintain current contact information and contact law enforcement about immediate danger.
Register for county notifications Open TDCJ IVSS Call TDCJ Victim Services
Records request

How to request a Jefferson County booking or jail record

Search results and roster PDFs are useful for quick confirmation. Request the underlying record when you need an official booking document, arrest-related record, release information or another releasable jail record.

Identify the correct custodian first

Where to request each record
Record needed Likely custodian Information to provide
Booking or custody record Jefferson County Sheriff or Correctional Facility Name, arrest ID, booking date and facility.
Incident or arrest report The arresting sheriff, police department or agency Report or warrant number, date and location.
Felony court document Jefferson County District Clerk Indictment or case number and defendant name.
Misdemeanor court document Jefferson County Clerk Case number, name and filing date.
Bond-condition order Court or clerk maintaining the criminal case Case or warrant number and defendant name.
Medical record Correctional medical provider under authorization rules Proper consent, authority and identity documentation.

Information that narrows a Sheriff records request

Full legal name
Arrest ID
Booking date or narrow date range
Arresting agency
Warrant or report number
Exact document requested
Preferred electronic format
Maximum cost requiring advance approval
Copy-ready records request
Under the Texas Public Information Act, I request an electronic copy of the releasable booking record, intake record, charge sheet and release record for [full legal name], associated with arrest ID [number] and booking date [date]. The arresting agency was [agency], and the known warrant or report number is [number]. Please advise me before processing if the estimated cost will exceed $[amount].
Request an existing record, not a custom explanation. A records officer can locate and release responsive documents but is not required to answer legal questions or create a new report.
Some information can be withheld or redacted. Medical, juvenile, victim, witness, security, active-investigation and other legally protected information may not be publicly released.
Submit the Sheriff records request Email Sheriff’s Office
Contact directory

Call the Jefferson County office matched to your problem

Jefferson County jail and criminal-record contacts
Office Telephone Use this number for
Correctional Facility 409-726-2500 General jail and current-custody questions.
Visitation 409-726-2565 Scheduling an on-site visit and confirming housing day.
Book-In 409-726-2540 Recent booking and intake-status questions.
Releases 409-726-2541 Authorized release, physical exit or transfer questions.
Identification/Forensics 409-726-2532 Identification-section routing where appropriate.
Sheriff main office 409-835-8411 General Sheriff routing and records assistance.
Warrant clerks 409-835-8453 Warrant-record routing and clerk questions.
Warrant Division—Beaumont 409-835-8408 Sheriff warrant questions in Beaumont.
Warrants—Port Arthur 409-983-8350 Sheriff warrant assistance in Port Arthur.
District Clerk 409-835-8580 Felony and grand-jury court records.
County Clerk Misdemeanor 409-835-8475, option 4 Class A and Class B misdemeanor files.
Smart Communications 888-253-5178 Calling, messaging, photo, video, billing and refund help.
Access Corrections 866-345-1884 Trust-account deposits and transaction assistance.
Jefferson County Correctional Facility
5030 Highway 69 South
Beaumont, TX 77705

409-726-2500

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office
1001 Pearl Street #103
Beaumont, TX 77701

409-835-8411

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Map and arrival check

Jefferson County Correctional Facility directions

Confirm before driving to the facility. Verify current custody, release status, visit appointment, approved arrival time and the correct building. The Sheriff’s administrative office on Pearl Street is not the correctional-facility visitation address.
Final action checklist

What to save after you find the inmate

Full name exactly as displayed
Arrest ID
Booking date and time
Arresting agency
Every charge description
Every degree or class code
Every warrant number
Each bond amount and condition
Facility and housing information confirmed by phone
Related felony or misdemeanor case number
Best complete workflow: Search the inmate, verify identity, save every booking identifier, confirm current custody, resolve bond questions, schedule the correct visit, use the correct facility ID for deposits and then search the filed court case for the legal outcome.
Official-source review

How this Jefferson County guide was verified

The article incorporates the operational details published through the Jefferson County Sheriff, Correctional Facility, Magistrate Court, District Clerk, County Clerk and Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Live-search facts

Search fields, approximate posting time, spelling guidance and jail contact numbers came from the county inmate-search system.

Jail and family rules

Intake, classification, release, visitation, mail, phone, video and deposit procedures came from Sheriff and facility materials.

Court and notification facts

Bond, felony, misdemeanor and victim-notification information came from the responsible county and Texas agencies.

Why live links remain: Only searches, roster downloads, deposits, package orders, messages, visits, notification registration and records-request submission must be completed through the responsible system.
Frequently asked questions

Jefferson County Jail inmate-search questions answered

How do I search the Jefferson County Jail inmate roster?

Use the official Jefferson County inmate search. Enter the last name first, open each plausible result and compare the arrest ID, age, booking date, arresting agency, charges, warrant numbers and bond information.

How soon after booking does an inmate appear?

Jefferson County says inmate details are normally searchable within one hour after processing. Arrest transport, identification, medical screening and incomplete intake can extend the time from arrest to public listing.

What is the difference between inmate search, roster and daily arrest log?

The interactive search is best for one person and detailed booking fields. The inmate log is a printable current-roster snapshot. The daily arrest log covers arrests entered during the prior 24-hour reporting cycle, generally 6 a.m. to 6 a.m.

Where is the Jefferson County Correctional Facility?

The facility is at 5030 Highway 69 South, Beaumont, TX 77705. General jail information is available at 409-726-2500.

What are the Jefferson County Jail visitation hours?

Visits must be scheduled before the visit day by calling 409-726-2565. The published schedule provides two 30-minute visits per week, Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., according to the inmate’s housing assignment.

What is the inmate mailing address?

Send regular personal mail to JCSO-SCH, inmate name and booking or ID number, 9490 FM 1960 Bypass West #355, Humble, TX 77338. Legal mail, court documents, bank statements, money orders and publications go to 5030 Highway 69 South, Beaumont, TX 77705.

How do I send money to an inmate?

Use Access Corrections online, through its app, by calling 866-345-1884, at an available kiosk or through Cash Pay Today. Use site ID 164 for the Correctional Facility or 170 for the Downtown Jail and verify the inmate ID before paying.

How much are remote video visits and messages?

The published SmartInmate rate is $0.20 per minute for 15- or 30-minute remote visits. On-site video is free. Two electronic messages are free each Saturday, additional messages are $0.50 each and electronic photos are $1 each.

How do I find the criminal court case?

Search the District Clerk criminal index for felony and grand-jury cases. Search the County Clerk misdemeanor index for Class A and Class B cases. Use the filing or indictment number rather than relying only on the booking charge.

Why can I not find the inmate?

The person may still be processing, the name may be entered differently, the arrest may remain in city custody, or the person may have been released or transferred. Search by surname only, review the daily arrest log and call 409-726-2500 if custody remains unclear.

Accuracy, identity and legal-use notice

County Arrest Records is an independent informational guide. It is not the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, Jefferson County Correctional Facility, District Clerk, County Clerk, Magistrate Court or Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

Jail rosters, charges, bonds, housing assignments and release information can change after publication. Confirm the person with multiple identifiers and obtain the current official court record before making legal, employment, housing, financial, safety or publication decisions.

Every arrested person is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. This page provides procedural information and is not legal advice.

Last official-source review: August 5, 2026.

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