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El Paso County Downtown Detention Facility Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

The El Paso County Downtown Detention Facility is a correctional institution located in El Paso, Texas. It serves as the primary jail for El Paso County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 601 E Overland Ave, El Paso, TX 79901
Phone: (915) 546-2280
Website: https://www.epcounty.com/sheriff/detention.htm

How to Locate an Inmate

To find an inmate at the El Paso County Downtown Detention Facility, you can use the online inmate search tool available on the El Paso County Sheriff's Office website. Alternatively, you can call the facility directly for information.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours and procedures may vary. It's best to check the facility's website or call for the most up-to-date information. Visitors are typically required to schedule appointments in advance and follow strict guidelines for dress code and behavior.

How to Send Money

Inmates can receive money through various methods:

  • Online: Through JailATM
  • By phone: Call 1-866-345-1884
  • In-person: At kiosks located in the facility lobby

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make collect calls or use prepaid phone accounts. Video visitation may be available, but you should check with the facility for current options and procedures.

Inmate Services and Programs

The facility offers various programs aimed at rehabilitation and education, which may include:

  • GED classes
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Religious services
  • Vocational training

Security and Management Information

The El Paso County Downtown Detention Facility is operated by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. It employs various security measures to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. Family and friends can visit according to the facility's visitation schedule and policies.

Booking and Release Process

Upon arrival, inmates go through a booking process that includes fingerprinting, photographing, and a health screening. Release procedures vary depending on the circumstances of the inmate's detention or sentence completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to visitation?

Visitors are typically only allowed to bring identification. No personal items, including phones or bags, are permitted in the visitation area.

How often can inmates receive visits?

Visitation frequency depends on the inmate's classification and facility policies. Generally, inmates may receive visits once or twice per week.

Can I send packages to inmates?

Usually, personal packages are not accepted. However, some approved items may be purchased through authorized vendors. Check with the facility for specific guidelines.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for El Paso County Downtown Detention Facility. If you are have completed a El Paso County Downtown Detention Facility 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 El Paso County Downtown Detention Facility 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 El Paso County Downtown Detention Facility. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

601 East Overland Avenue, El Paso, TX, 79901

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 915-546-2212 .

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 El Paso County Downtown Detention Facility, 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.

El Paso County Downtown Detention Facility 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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El Paso County Downtown Detention Facility 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