Duval County Jail

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Duval County Jail Information

Duval County Jail is a 33-bed jail located in San Diego, Duval County, Texas. For inmate information, you can call them at any time at 361-279-3351.

This facility handles the booking and processing of individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on the charges, they may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until the conclusion of their trial.

The inmate search tool allows you to view the jail’s roster and find out who is currently in custody.

Those sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Inmates with longer sentences are transferred to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on inmate services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It is helpful to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, you can call Duval County Jail at 361-279-3351 for assistance.

Phone: 361-279-3351

Physical Address:
401 E. Collins Avenue
San Diego, TX 78384

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Duval County Jail
PO Box 547
San Diego, TX 78384

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Duval County Jail
PO Box 547
San Diego, TX 78384

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How Do You Find Someone in the Duval County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Duval 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 361-279-3351 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Duval County and anywhere in Texas.

Duval County Jail Inmate Search

The Duval County Jail maintains an average of 33 offenders in custody on any given day. The Duval 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 Duval County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,620 offenders.

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About the Duval County Jail

The Duval County Jail, a single-story, stately brick building, built to blend in with the County Courthouse next door, is located at the corner of Collins and Bexar Streets in San Diego, Texas.

Inmates housed in this jail are offenders who have been arrested in Duval County, and that have recently been charged with 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, visitation and outgoing phone calls.

Inmate Visitation - Thursday and Saturday - 1:00PM to 5:00PM.

The only thing that can be brought to an inmate in jail is a soft cover bible. Shower shoes and a watch may be put in their property if they are awaiting transfer to T.D.C.J. Shampoo, conditioner, socks, toothpaste, etc have to be purchased through the commissary system. Inmate phone services are available and you can register an account online.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking procedure at Duval County Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Duval County Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.

The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.

The booking process at Duval County Jail includes the following steps:

  • Personal identification confirmation.
  • Mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
  • DNA collection may be required.
  • Conducting a thorough body search.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Providing a phone call.

The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 361-279-3351.

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Directions / Map to the Duval County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to handle bail after an arrest in Duval County

If someone has been booked at Duval County Jail in San Diego, their next steps may include:

1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 361-279-3351.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

  • Bail payments can be made with cash, credit, or money orders.
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Duval County.
  • Property within Duval County may also be used to cover the bail amount.

For a full guide to the bail process in Duval County, Texas, visit the Duval County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Duval County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Duval County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

401 E. Collins Avenue
San Diego, TX 78384
361-279-3351

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • Call 361-279-3351 and schedule an appointment.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
  • Inmate Visitation - Thursday and Saturday - 1:00PM to 5:00PM.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 361-279-3351 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SATURDAY 1:00PM - 5:00PM
THURSDAY 1:00PM - 5:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Duval County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-3351 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Duval County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Duval County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-3351 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Duval County Jail?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Duval County Jail, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

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
Emailcustomerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Duval County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Duval County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Texas, then select Duval County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Duval County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Duval County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-3351 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Duval County Jail?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Duval County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Duval County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Duval County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Duval County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-3351 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Duval County Jail, and what can I send them?

Duval County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Duval 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 Duval 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#
Duval County Jail
PO Box 547
San Diego, TX 78384



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Duval County Jail
PO Box 547
San Diego, TX 78384



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 Duval County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Duval 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 ID#
Duval County Jail
PO Box 547
San Diego, TX 78384

Duval County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Duval 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 Duval 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 ID#
Duval County Jail
PO Box 547
San Diego, TX 78384



Legal Mail

Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Duval County Jail
PO Box 547
San Diego, TX 78384



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 Duval County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Duval 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 ID#
Duval County Jail
PO Box 547
San Diego, TX 78384

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Duval County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-3351 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Duval County Jail, and what can I purchase?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Duval County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Duval County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Texas, then select Duval County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Duval County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Duval County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-3351 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Duval 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 Duval County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-3351 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Duval 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 Duval County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-279-3351 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Duval County Jail? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Duval County

What are the other City and County Jails in Duval County?

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Duval County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Duval County?

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