Cochran County Jail is a 13-bed facility based in Morton, Cochran County, Texas. For inmate information, you can call the facility 24/7 at 806-266-5700.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors or felonies are processed at this facility. After booking and processing, they may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
The inmate search tool provides access to the current roster of inmates.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here, while those with longer sentences are transferred to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
Be sure to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you can’t find it online, you can call Cochran County Jail at 806-266-5700 for assistance.
Phone: 806-266-5700
Physical Address:
100 N Main Street - Room B-7
Morton, TX 79346
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cochran County Jail
100 North Main Street
Morton, Texas 79346
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cochran County Jail
100 North Main Street
Morton, Texas 79346
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Cochran 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 806-266-5700 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Cochran County and anywhere in Texas.
Cochran County Jail Inmate Search
The Cochran County Jail maintains an average of 13 offenders in custody on any given day. The Cochran 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 Cochran County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 260 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Cochran County Jail, located in Cochran County, Texas, is a small jail in the tan brick downtown courthouse that serves as a temporary holding center for individuals who have been arrested in the county. The jail, rebuilt in 1985, has a total capacity of 13 beds and is designed to house both male and female inmates. The interior layout of the facility features separate housing units for different categories of inmates.
Inmates are offenders arrested in Cochran County that have recently been arrested for a felony or misdemeanor, are awaiting trial, or have been found guilty for their crime(s) and have been sentenced to one year or less.
Inmate services include an online money deposit, video visitation, digital email messaging and outgoing phone calls.
Inmates in the Cochran County Jail, which is in the same area of the building as the county sheriff, typically live in cramped cells, and privacy is minimal. Daily activities are regimented and include meals, recreation time, and limited access to educational or recreational resources.
While efforts may be made to provide necessary services, such as medical care and access to legal representation, inmates often face limitations and delays in obtaining these essential services. Additionally, the social dynamics within the jail environment can be challenging, as inmates come from diverse backgrounds and may experience tensions or conflicts.
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Cochran County Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Cochran County Jail:
Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Cochran County Jail at 806-266-5700.
Once an individual is booked at Cochran County Jail in Morton, options for their release include:
1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 806-266-5700 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
For more details on the bail process in Cochran County, Texas, visit the Cochran County Jail Bail Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Cochran County Jail? What is the Schedule?
100 N Main Street - Room B-7
Morton, TX 79346
806-266-5700
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
MONDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
TUESDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
THURSDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
FRIDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
SATURDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
MONDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
Cochran County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.
Register here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochran County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 806-266-5700 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Cochran County Jail?
100 N Main Street - Room B-7
Morton, TX 79346
806-266-5700
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
MONDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
TUESDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
THURSDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
FRIDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
SATURDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
MONDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochran County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 806-266-5700 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Cochran County Jail?
To deposit money to an inmate housed in Cochran County for phone call use, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Depositing Money for making phone calls with an inmate in Cochran County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochran County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 806-266-5700 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Cochran County Jail?
To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Cochran County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some phone providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochran County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 806-266-5700 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Cochran County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Cochran 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 Cochran 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 ID#
Cochran County Jail
100 North Main Street
Morton, Texas 79346
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cochran County Jail
100 North Main Street
Morton, Texas 79346
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the 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 Cochran 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 noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Cochran 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 newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cochran County Jail
100 North Main Street
Morton, Texas 79346
For inmates receiving mail in the Cochran County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Cochran County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cochran County Jail
100 North Main Street
Morton, Texas 79346
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochran County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 806-266-5700 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Cochran County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Cochran County Jail uses CIDNET to deposit money in an inmate's commissary account.
Register here.
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
To deposit money to an inmate housed in Cochran County for phone call use, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Depositing Money for making phone calls with an inmate in Cochran County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochran County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 806-266-5700 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Cochran County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Cochran County follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Cochran County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochran County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 806-266-5700 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Cochran County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cochran County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 806-266-5700 for further assistance.
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