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Childress County Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Childress County Jail is a correctional facility located in Childress, Texas. It serves as the primary detention center for Childress County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

  • Address: 1000 Avenue C NW, Childress, TX 79201
  • Phone Number: (940) 937-6171

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Childress County Jail, you can call the facility directly at (940) 937-6171. Provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information

Visitation policies and hours may vary. It's recommended to contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation procedures and schedules.

How to Send Money

For information on sending money to inmates, please contact the jail administration. They will provide details on approved methods for depositing funds into an inmate's account.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls. For specific information about phone privileges and any available video visitation options, please contact the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information about specific services and programs offered at Childress County Jail is limited. Contact the facility for details on educational, vocational, or rehabilitative programs that may be available to inmates.

Security and Management Information

Childress County Jail operates under the supervision of the Childress County Sheriff's Office. For detailed information about security measures and management policies, please contact the jail administration.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to legal counsel. For specific information about legal visitation and inmate rights at Childress County Jail, contact the facility or consult with a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. For information about the release process, including bail procedures, contact the jail or the Childress County Sheriff's Office.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

The list of allowed items may vary. Generally, inmates are provided with essential items by the facility. Contact the jail for a current list of permitted items.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

You can send mail to an inmate by addressing it to their full name, inmate ID (if known), and the jail's address. Contact the facility for specific mailing guidelines.

What are the medical services available to inmates?

Childress County Jail provides basic medical care to inmates. For information about specific medical services, contact the jail administration.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Childress County Jail. If you are have completed a Childress County Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Childress County Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Childress County Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

1005 Avenue F Northeast, Childress, TX, 79201

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 940-937-2535 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Childress County Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.

Childress County Jail Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

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Childress County Jail driving directions

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General Stats for Texas

Texas Total Number of Inmates

200,504

Texas Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

334,353

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

443

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

110,437

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

18,462

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

9,249

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

92.4

121,720

Female

7.6

10,014

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

52.8

1,953

Detained

46.55

1,722

Diverted

0.49

18

Prisons and Jails in Texas