Live Oak County Jail

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Live Oak County Jail Information

Located in George West, Live Oak County, Texas, the Live Oak County Jail is a 96-bed jail. For inmate information, you can contact them 24 hours a day at 361-449-2271.

This facility handles the booking and processing of offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on their charges, inmates may be held until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.

You can use the inmate search tool to view the roster of individuals currently in custody.

Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this facility, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides details on the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

It’s advisable to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you cannot locate it online, call Live Oak County Jail at 361-449-2271 for help.

Phone: 361-449-2271

Physical Address:
200 Larry R. Busby Dr
George West, TX 78022

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Live Oak County Jail
200 Larry R. Busby Drive
George West, Texas 78022

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Live Oak County Jail
200 Larry R. Busby Drive
George West, Texas 78022

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Live Oak County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Live Oak 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 361-449-2271 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Live Oak County and anywhere in Texas.

Live Oak County Jail Inmate Search

The Live Oak County Jail maintains an average of 96 offenders in custody on any given day. The Live Oak 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 Live Oak County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,920 offenders.

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About the Live Oak County Jail

The county jail was relocated to a new facility on Larry R. Busby Drive in February 2009. This modern facility has the capacity to hold up to 96 inmates. Besides accommodating inmates from Live Oak and McMullen Counties, it also allows the county to house inmates from federal and other jurisdictions. This additional housing arrangement has brought in increased revenue of over $200,000 per year for the county.

Visitation at the Live Oak County Jail is subject to certain guidelines. All visitors and items brought into the facility are subject to search. Visitors who are 18 years or older must have a valid government-issued photo ID, and minors must be accompanied by an adult. Visitation is scheduled on Saturdays, Sundays, Thanksgiving, and Christmas holidays. Inmates are allowed one visit per day, and up to five visitors, including children, are permitted during one visit.

Certain rules and regulations must be followed during visitation. Provocative dress and clothing with suggestive, obscene, offensive, or inflammatory statements or logos are not allowed. Weapons, tobacco, alcohol, purses, bags, and electronic devices such as phones and cameras are prohibited inside the facility. Violations of these rules may result in denial of visitation privileges and potential criminal charges.

Female inmates have visitation from 9 AM to 11 AM, separation inmates from 11 AM to 1 PM, and male inmates from 1 PM to 5 PM. Visitation sign-in ends 30 minutes prior to the posted visitation times. Long-distance visitors with valid government-issued photo ID may be considered for an additional 30 minutes of visitation.

Commissary items and phone cards can be purchased by inmates through various methods. Money orders must be mailed to the Live Oak County Sheriff's Office with the inmate's name on the envelope. Online services such as JailATM.com and JailFunds.com allow for web deposits and scheduling for messaging and video visitation. Additional telephone information can be found at CrownPhoneService.com. However, funds brought directly to the Sheriff's Office will not be accepted.

Commissary orders are placed on Tuesdays and delivered between Wednesday and Thursday. Family and friends are not authorized to drop off property at the jail unless it is considered medical and approved by the administration. Mail is delivered to inmates Monday through Friday, excluding county holidays. Outgoing mail is sent from the facility Monday through Saturday.

Certain authorized items can be sent through the mail, including prescription glasses, prescription medications (subject to approval by the Medical Director), one plastic rosary and one softback Bible per inmate, and a maximum of 10 photos per inmate (non-Polaroid and non-sexual in nature). All unauthorized items sent via mail will be destroyed, and unauthorized items will not be placed in the inmate's property or returned to the sender.

Inmates may release personal property, including funds, to designated individuals while in custody or after their release or transfer. Personal property will only be released to the designated person with valid government-issued photo ID. Any unclaimed personal property within ten days of an inmate's release or transfer will be destroyed.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Booking process details at Live Oak County Jail

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Live Oak County Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.

It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.

The booking process at Live Oak County Jail typically involves the following steps:

  • Identifying the individual.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Conducting a full-body search.
  • Confiscating personal property.
  • Allowing a phone call.

Booking times can range from one hour to 48 hours. For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 361-449-2271.

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Directions / Map to the Live Oak County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to post bail for a loved one in Live Oak County

Once booked at Live Oak County Jail in George West, the individual has several possible outcomes:

1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 361-449-2271.

Several payment methods are available for bail.

  • Bail can be paid in cash, by credit card, or with a money order.
  • Licensed bail bondsmen in Live Oak County can assist with the process.
  • Property within the county can also be used to pay bail.

For more details on the bail process in Live Oak County, Texas, visit the Live Oak County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Live Oak County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

200 Larry R. Busby Dr
George West, TX 78022
361-449-2271

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • Check in 30 mins early.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 361-449-2271 and get your inmate's times.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per day.
  • A maximum of 5 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Long distance visitors with valid government issued photo I.D. may be considered for up to 30 additional minutes.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 361-449-2271 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SATURDAY
MALES
1:00PM - 5:00PM
SUNDAY
MALES
1:00PM - 5:00PM
SATURDY
FEMALES
9:00AM - 11:00AM
SUNDAY
FEMALES
9:00AM - 11:00AM
SATURDAY
SEPARATION
INMATES
11:00AM - 1:00PM
SUNDAY
SEPARATION
INMATES
1:00PM - 5:00PM

Live Oak County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to schedule and visit your inmate via remote video visitation.


You can ‘video visit’ your inmate one of three ways:

  • Visit from your home computer.
  • Visit from the correctpay VendEngine Kiosk in the jail lobby.
  • Visit by using the JailFunds iphone or Android app

Go here to begin the process to schedule a visit.

What is the cost to do remote video visitation?
Paid Remote Visits
Having a remote visit from your Home or app, the cost of each 20-25 minute ‘friends and family remote visit’ will be approximately $7.95 plus tax.
FREE Remote Visits
Visitors can also choose to come to the jail and video chat with an inmate via the JailFunds/VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. The video visit on-site at the jail is FREE.

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com
  • Deposit at the correctpay VendEngine kiosk in the Live Oak County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

Attorney Visits only!  < (Lawyers, go here)

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Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Live Oak County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-449-2271 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 Live Oak County Jail?

Live Oak County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to schedule and visit your inmate via remote video visitation.

You can ‘video visit’ your inmate one of three ways:

  • Visit from your home computer.
  • Visit from the correctpay VendEngine Kiosk in the jail lobby.
  • Visit by using the JailFunds iphone or Android app

Go here to begin the process to schedule a visit.

What is the cost to do remote video visitation?
Paid Remote Visits
Having a remote visit from your Home or app, the cost of each 20-25 minute ‘friends and family remote visit’ will be approximately $7.95 plus tax.
FREE Remote Visits
Visitors can also choose to come to the jail and video chat with an inmate via the JailFunds/VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. The video visit on-site at the jail is FREE.

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com
  • Deposit at the correctpay VendEngine kiosk in the Live Oak County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

Attorney Visits only!  < (Lawyers, go here)

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Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Live Oak County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-449-2271 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person. 
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Live Oak County Jail uses Jail ATM 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.

Option 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. Call the Live Oak County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Live Oak County Jail
200 Larry R. Busby Drive
George West, Texas 78022


Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Live Oak County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Live Oak County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Live Oak County.
  • After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
  • Choose Texas, then choose Live Oak County Jail
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate.
  • Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Live Oak County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Live Oak County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Live Oak County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Live Oak County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Live Oak County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-449-2271 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Live Oak County Jail?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Live Oak County follow these instructions:

Live Oak 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:

  • Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
  • Choose Texas.
  • Choose Live Oak County Jail
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your Account. ($10-$100 at a time)

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 Live Oak County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account - $3.00 
  • Cost of phone call of a Prepaid Collect Account - $0.21 per minute
  • Cost of an interstate (ex. Texas to a different state) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost of an intrastate (ex. Texas to Texas) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost if you set up your account (or fund it) by phone using a live agent, you will be charged a one-time fee of $5.95.

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 Live Oak 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 Live Oak County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-449-2271 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Live Oak County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Live Oak 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 Live Oak 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#
Live Oak County Jail
200 Larry R. Busby Drive
George West, Texas 78022



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Live Oak County Jail
200 Larry R. Busby Drive
George West, Texas 78022



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 Live Oak 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 noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Live Oak 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#
Live Oak County Jail
200 Larry R. Busby Drive
George West, Texas 78022

Live Oak County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Live Oak 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 Live Oak County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Live Oak County Jail
200 Larry R. Busby Drive
George West, Texas 78022


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 Live Oak County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-449-2271 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Live Oak County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-449-2271 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Live Oak County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Live Oak County Jail uses the services of jailfunds.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your 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 four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com.
  • Deposit at the VendEngine kiosk in the Live Oak County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

Go directly here to start the process to send a message

Uploading photos to Inmate’s email
Make sure the file size is less than 5MB.
Also make sure your file is a .jpg, .jpeg or .gif.

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How to Send a Secure Email or Text Message to an Inmate in Live Oak County

To send a secure email message and digital photos to an inmate in Live Oak County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with correctpay by creating an account.
  • Select Texas, then select Live Oak County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
  • NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court... So be careful what you write.
  • Uploading photos to Inmate’s email
    Make sure the file size is less than 5MB.
    Also make sure your file is a .jpg, .jpeg or .gif.

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Live Oak County Jail and send them photos, check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Live Oak County. 
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Live Oak County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-449-2271 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Live Oak 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 Live Oak County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 361-449-2271 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

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