The Matagorda County Jail is a 192 bed jail in the city of Bay City, Matagorda County, Texas.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 979-245-5526, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
Phone: 979-245-5526
Physical Address:
2323 Avenue E
Bay City, TX 77414
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's First and Last Name
Matagorda County Jail
2323 Avenue E
Bay City, TX 77414
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Matagorda 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 979-245-5526 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Matagorda County and anywhere in Texas.
Matagorda County Jail Inmate Search
The Matagorda County Jail maintains an average of 192 offenders in custody on any given day. The Matagorda 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 Matagorda County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,840 offenders.
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The Matagorda County Jail, constructed in 1983, serves as the home to the sheriff's offices and modern detention facilities. This updated facility replaced the old jail, which was in use from 1931 to 1983.
For making calls to an inmate or depositing money for calls, you can utilize the services provided by the Matagorda County Jail through their website: https://www.ncic.com/jails/matagorda-county-jail-tx. Additionally, if you wish to deposit money into an inmate's commissary account, you have the option to call 866-345-1884, visit AccessCorrections.com, or make use of the kiosk available in the lobby of the Matagorda County Jail. It is necessary to have the inmate's name, SO number, and date of birth for this process.
If you are interested in accessing current jail records, you can find them at: https://portal-txmatagorda.tylertech.cloud/Matagorda/JailingSearch.aspx?ID=400.
Regarding inmate rehabilitation and education, the facility has a comprehensive written plan that has been approved by the Commission. This plan prioritizes the maximum utilization of available community resources. It includes various programs that inmates can voluntarily participate in, such as testing and counseling for alcohol or drug abuse problems, vocational rehabilitation, assessment of academic and vocational aptitudes and goals, job placement assistance, addressing family issues, as well as support for personal psychological or psychiatric problems. Furthermore, feasible academic, reading, and training programs are made available to inmates with the support of community resources.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Matagorda County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 979-245-5526.
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Matagorda County Jail Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Matagorda County for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Matagorda County and other Texas and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Matagorda County Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Matagorda County Jail? What is the Schedule?
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | No Visits |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30 PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30 PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30 PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30 PM |
| SATURDAY | 10:00AM - 2:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Matagorda County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 979-245-5526 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Matagorda County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Matagorda County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 979-245-5526 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Matagorda County Jail?
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.
Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132
Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: [email protected]
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Matagorda County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Matagorda County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Matagorda County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 979-245-5526 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Matagorda County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Matagorda County follow these instructions:
Matagorda 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:
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 Matagorda County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – [email protected]
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Matagorda 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 Matagorda County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 979-245-5526 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Matagorda County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Matagorda 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.
Envelopes
The Matagorda County Jail may also allow regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well.
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Matagorda County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Matagorda 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 mail, including letters, newspapers, books and magazines, can be sent to:
Inmate's First and Last Name
Matagorda County Jail
2323 Avenue E
Bay City, TX 77414
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Matagorda County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 979-245-5526 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Matagorda County Jail, and what can I purchase?
To send commissary money to an inmate in Matagorda County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Matagorda County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Matagorda County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 979-245-5526 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Matagorda County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Matagorda County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 979-245-5526 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Matagorda County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Matagorda County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 979-245-5526 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Matagorda County?
This facility, known as "Matagorda County Jail" is also known as Matagorda County Jail & Sheriff, Matagorda County Jail Sheriff .
