Jefferson County Downtown Jail is a 501-bed jail in Beaumont, Jefferson County, Texas. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 409-434-4653.
This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.
The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Jefferson County Downtown Jail at 409-434-4653 for assistance.
Phone: 409-434-4653
Physical Address:
1001 Pearl Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Booking Number
JCSO-SCH
9490 FM 1960 Bypass W #355
Humble, TX 77338
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Booking Number
Jefferson County Downtown Jail
1001 Pearl Street
Beaumont, Texas 77701
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Jefferson County Downtown 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 409-434-4653 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Jefferson County and anywhere in Texas.
Jefferson County Downtown Jail Inmate Search
The Jefferson County Downtown Jail maintains an average of 501 offenders in custody on any given day. The Jefferson County Downtown 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 Jefferson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 27,780 offenders.
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The Jefferson County Downtown Jail is managed by a private company called LaSalle Corrections. They offer a diverse spectrum of corrections industry services to local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Some are county jails, some are state prisons, but many are immigration detention centers. If you need to locate an inmate, you can use the Jefferson County Inmate Search tool.
Inmates at this jail are offenders who have been arrested in Jefferson County that were recently 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, video visitation, digital email messaging and outgoing phone calls.
The Downtown Jail is located in a huge concrete building that is also shared by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Department. Surrounded by railroad tracks on one side, the Beaumont Police on another, the county couthouse on the third side, and Pearl Street in front, it is an imposing sight with hardly any windows and seems like a solid grey rock.
Tiger Commissary acts as a commissary and money deposit service, with a company called Jail ATM handling text messages and emails between inmates and their loved ones, as well as video visitation, both onsite and that friends and family can do from their phones or home computer. Visitation days that you can access booths at th jail are on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, however from home you can visit any day of the week.
To accept calls from an inmate at this facility, we recommend you visit www.ConnectNetwork.com to create a prepaid telephone account, add funds to prepaid telephone accounts, view balances, and more. Payments to your GTL AdvancePay® account may be made by visiting your local Western Union.
If you need information about the Jefferson County Correctional Facility, check out the complete details by going to this page.
All the information on bail, sending money or commissary or communicating by mail, phone, texting or visitation can be found in the sections below. If you still have questions call LaSalle's main number at the Downtown Jail at 409-434-4653.
Once arrested, the person is taken to Jefferson County Downtown Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Jefferson County Downtown Jail include:
Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Jefferson County Downtown Jail at 409-434-4653.
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Jefferson County Downtown Jail in Beaumont for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 409-434-4653.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
To learn more about the bail process in Jefferson County, Texas, visit the Jefferson County Downtown Jail Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Jefferson County Downtown Jail? What is the Schedule?
1001 Pearl Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
409-434-4653
| DAY | TIMES |
| MONDAY | 1:00PM - 3:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:30AM - 12:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:30AM - 12:00PM |
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| MONDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visists and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more.
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Jefferson County Downtown Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm.
Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
You Can Send Money
Jefferson County Downtown Jail may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Jefferson County Downtown Jail may have an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
You Can Email Inmate
Jefferson County Downtown Jail may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Downtown Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-434-4653 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 Jefferson County Downtown Jail?
1001 Pearl Street
Beaumont, TX 77701
409-434-4653
| DAY | TIMES |
| MONDAY | 1:00PM - 3:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:30AM - 12:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:30AM - 12:00PM |
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| MONDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:30AM - 9:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Downtown Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-434-4653 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Jefferson County Downtown Jail?
There are three choices for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment.
Jefferson County Downtown Jail has a Tiger Kiosk in the Lobby that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
If you can't get your questions answered online call the Jefferson County Downtown Jail at 409-434-4653.
Choice 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Jefferson County Downtown Jail and others often use a private company to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Go to the online site for depositing funds. You will need to register an account, which is free to do and use a debit/credit card for the deposits.
Choice 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Call Jefferson County Downtown Jail at 409-434-4653 to confirm the address to send the money order to and how they want it made out.
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting his account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 409-434-4653 to ask facility personnel who to make the money order out to, and where to send it.
To purchase commissary for an inmate in Jefferson County follow these instructions:
For more detailed information on Ordering Commissary, Depositing Money, Setting up Phone & Visitation Accounts; costs, fees, restrictions, rules and more with Tiger Commissary Services, check out our Commissary Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Downtown Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-434-4653 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Jefferson County Downtown Jail?
Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)
For full instructions on the Jefferson County Downtown Jail Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Downtown Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-434-4653 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Jefferson County Downtown Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Jefferson County Downtown 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 Jefferson County Downtown 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 & Booking Number
JCSO-SCH
9490 FM 1960 Bypass W #355
Humble, TX 77338
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking Number
Jefferson County Downtown Jail
1001 Pearl Street
Beaumont, Texas 77701
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 Jefferson County Downtown 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 Jefferson County Downtown 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 & Booking Number
Jefferson County Downtown Jail
1001 Pearl Street
Beaumont, Texas 77701
Postcards
The Jefferson County Downtown 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 Jefferson County Downtown Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking Number
JCSO-SCH
9490 FM 1960 Bypass W #355
Humble, TX 77338
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking Number
Jefferson County Downtown Jail
1001 Pearl Street
Beaumont, Texas 77701
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 Jefferson County Downtown 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 Jefferson County Downtown 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 & Booking Number
Jefferson County Downtown Jail
1001 Pearl Street
Beaumont, Texas 77701
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Downtown Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-434-4653 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Jefferson County Downtown Jail, and what can I purchase?
If you want to purchase Commissary for your inmate online click on the image below and follow the instructions.
To purchase commissary for an inmate in Jefferson County follow these instructions:
For more detailed information on Ordering Commissary, Depositing Money, Setting up Phone & Visitation Accounts; costs, fees, restrictions, rules and more with Tiger Commissary Services, check out our Commissary Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Downtown Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-434-4653 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Jefferson County Downtown Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
SmartMail allows inmates to communicate safely and quickly with family and friends outside of the jail, prison or detention center. Inmates send and receive electronic letters using a safe and secure computer kiosk or tablet stationed in their institution. THE COST IS JUST $0.50 CENTS; cheaper than a postage stamp and envelope.
More information on how to send and receive messages and photos with an inmate.
Using Jail ATM Digital Messaging with an Inmate at Jefferson County Downtown Jail - Sending and Receiving Messages.
How It Works:
Once you sign up with Jail ATM instant Messaging you can you can send texts from the cell phone associated with the mobile number you provided at sign-up, and receive text messages from the inmate on the same cell phone. You can only use the phone number you signed up with or it won't work.
To learn more about this email service, check out our full instructions, including fees at our emailing and texting page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Downtown Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-434-4653 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Jefferson County Downtown Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
They may not be directly connected to the internet, but inmates at Jefferson County Downtown Jail are provided free tablets to use within the jail that allow them to have access to the following services and information:
The availability of tablets may seem like something that inmates who are serving time do not deserve, but here are some of the benefits for inmates in Jefferson County:
They may not be directly connected to the internet, but inmates at Jefferson County Downtown Jail are provided free tablets to use within the jail that allow them to have access to the following services and information:
The availability of tablets may seem like something that inmates who are serving time do not deserve, but here are some of the benefits for inmates in Jefferson County:
For more information about Tablets and how your inmate can get one to use while he is in jail, chek out our Inmate Tablet page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Downtown Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-434-4653 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Jefferson County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Jefferson County?
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