The Henderson County Jail is a 509-bed jail located in Athens, Henderson County, Texas. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 903-677-6322.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Henderson County Jail at 903-677-6322 for assistance.
Phone: 903-677-6322
Physical Address:
206-A North Murchison Street
Athens, TX 75751
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's SO#
Henderson County Jail
PO BOX 591
Longview, Texas 75606
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's SO#
Henderson County Jail
P.O. Box 2601
Athens, Texas 75751
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Henderson 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 903-677-6322 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Henderson County and anywhere in Texas.
Henderson County Jail Inmate Search
The Henderson County Jail maintains an average of 509 offenders in custody on any given day. The Henderson 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 Henderson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 10,180 offenders.
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The Henderson County Jail, located in Texas, was built in 1991. If you wish to make a call to an inmate, you can set it up online or visit our Visitation Page for further information and instructions.
You can look up Henderson County inmates, jail records and court cases online, or by calling the facility at 903-677-6322.
While 509 beds seems pretty large for a jail in a county with 90,000 people, keep in mind that the jail usually have about 100 of those beds empty, plus another 100 of those beds are either filled with inmates from neighboring county jails that don't have the room, or state prison inmates being held for the TDCJ.
For sending documents, photos, and mail to inmates, the Henderson County Jail now offers a more convenient and efficient method through their new Inmate Messaging system. To utilize this service, you can create an account online. Through this platform, you can easily send messages to inmates, ensuring instant delivery. Additionally, you have the option to attach pictures or documents to these messages. The cost for regular messages is $0.25 per message, while picture messages and document attachments are priced at $0.35 per picture. This method not only saves on postage and mailing time but also enables inmates to receive messages and pictures instantly. There are no restrictions on the number of messages or photos that can be sent to inmates.
It's important to note that any mail sent to PO Box 591, Longview, Texas 75606 for processing will not be returned or released. Once the mail is processed and received electronically by the inmate, it will be destroyed. This includes pictures or any other items mailed to the processing facility. By sending mail to PO Box 591, Longview, Texas 75606, you agree to the items being destroyed and acknowledge that they will not be returned or reimbursed. Please be aware that legal or medical mail will not be accepted at this address.
When sending mail to an inmate, ensure you include the inmate's name, SO# (if applicable), Henderson County Jail, and the address: PO BOX 591, Longview, Texas 75606.
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Henderson County Jail for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Henderson County Jail typically includes the following steps:
Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 903-677-6322.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Henderson County Jail in Athens for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 903-677-6322 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in Henderson County, Texas, visit the Henderson County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Henderson County Jail? What is the Schedule?
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | No Visits |
| MONDAY | 5:00PM - 7:30 PM |
| TUESDAY | 5:00PM - 7:30 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 5:00PM - 7:30 PM |
| THURSDAY | 5:00PM - 7:30 PM |
| FRIDAY | 5:00PM - 7:30 PM |
| SATURDAY | 10:00AM - 2:00PM |
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
When available, the jail also provides use of ‘video visit kiosks’ in the jail lobby if you do not have a computer at home. These ’on-site’ video visits are FREE.
Costs
NCIC Video Visitation fees are subject to change, but the cost to you is roughly $7.50 ($0.25 per minute) for a 30-minute visit + an additional fee of $2.00 for the connection.
On-site (at the jail) video visits are FREE.
How to set up your Video Visit
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be sure to be in front of your computer and connected to NCIC at least 15 minutes before the start of the visit.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henderson County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-677-6322 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 Henderson County Jail?
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 8:40PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henderson County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-677-6322 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Henderson 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: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Henderson 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 Henderson County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henderson County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-677-6322 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Henderson County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Henderson County follow these instructions:
Henderson 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 Henderson 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 – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Henderson 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 Henderson County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-677-6322 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Henderson County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Henderson 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. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Henderson County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's SO#
Henderson County Jail
PO BOX 591
Longview, Texas 75606
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's SO#
Henderson County Jail
P.O. Box 2601
Athens, Texas 75751
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
The Henderson 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Henderson County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's SO#
Henderson County Jail
P.O. Box 2601
Athens, Texas 75751
Postcards
The Henderson 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 Henderson County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's SO#
Henderson County Jail
PO BOX 591
Longview, Texas 75606
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's SO#
Henderson County Jail
P.O. Box 2601
Athens, Texas 75751
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
The Henderson 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Henderson County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's SO#
Henderson County Jail
P.O. Box 2601
Athens, Texas 75751
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henderson County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-677-6322 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Henderson County Jail, and what can I purchase?
To send commissary money to an inmate in Henderson 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 Henderson County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henderson County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-677-6322 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Henderson County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Deposit at the kiosk in the Henderson County Jail lobby, if available.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: if you deposit money using a live agent the fee is $5.95).
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Henderson County Jail follow these steps:
Henderson County Jail uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your {Henderson County inmate’s account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Deposit at the kiosk in the Henderson County Jail lobby, if available.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: if you deposit money using a live agent the fee is $5.95).
Email – info@ncic.com
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Henderson County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Henderson County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henderson County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-677-6322 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Henderson County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Henderson County Jail offers NCIC tablets to rent to inmates that they can use for video visitation and calls, phone calls, instant messaging, education and entertainment.
They can also be used for commissary ordering.
Henderson County Jail offers NCIC tablets to rent to inmates that they can use for video visitation and calls, phone calls, instant messaging, education and entertainment.
They can also be used for commissary ordering.
To find out more bout how much tablets cost to rent, and what programs, entertainment, education and other things it can be used for, check out our Tablet Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henderson County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 903-677-6322 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Henderson County?
