Mason County Jail

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Mason County Jail Information

Located in Mason, Mason County, Texas, the Mason County Jail is a 5-bed facility. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate details at 325-347-6937.

This jail serves as the processing center for offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They are brought here for booking and processing, and depending on their charges, they may be held until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial is complete.

Use the inmate search tool to find out who is in custody at this facility.

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

This page offers helpful information regarding inmate services like the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

Make sure to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number, as it is often needed for correspondence or communication. If you're unable to locate it online, you can call Mason County Jail at 325-347-6937 for further assistance.

Phone: 325-347-6937

Physical Address:
210 Westmoreland Street
Mason, TX 76856

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Mason County Jail
PO Box 391
Mason, Texas 76856-0391

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Mason County Jail
PO Box 391
Mason, Texas 76856-0391

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Mason County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Mason 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 325-347-6937 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Mason County and anywhere in Texas.

Mason County Jail Inmate Search

The Mason County Jail maintains an average of 5 offenders in custody on any given day. The Mason 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 Mason County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 100 offenders.

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About the Mason County Jail

Constructed in 1894, the Mason County Jail stands as an exemplary small jail from the nineteenth century. Made from the locally available brown sandstone, this historic structure showcases the architectural style of modified Romanesque Revival. The ground floor of the jail serves as living quarters for the sheriff, while the second floor houses the jail cells. Notable features of the building include a grand entry arch, segmental arches adorning the windows, and a prominent central tower.

The Mason County Jail holds the distinction of being one of the oldest operational jails in the state of Texas. It has a limited capacity, accommodating a total of five inmates, consisting of four males and one female. Currently, the jail is operating at full capacity, with three additional Mason County inmates being housed at the Comanche jail, approximately 100 miles northeast of Mason, for a daily fee of $35 per inmate.

Each individual cell within the Mason County Jail occupies an area of 18 square feet, and there is a walkway encircling the cells. However, due to the growing needs of the county, there is a pressing requirement for a larger facility capable of accommodating 36 to 45 beds. The county envisions the possibility of utilizing the necessary beds while leasing the remaining ones to neighboring counties in need of additional space. This arrangement could help offset a portion of the jail's expenses.

Mason County officials recognize the potential intervention by the jail commission in the future, urging them to address the need for a more substantial facility. While financial considerations are important, the primary concern for local officials, including Sheriff Low, is to ensure the safety and well-being of the community, prioritizing community protection over financial gains.

To provide a comparison, neighboring Menard County, located to the west of Mason County, boasts a population of 2,300 residents. Their jail, built in 1981, has a capacity to house nine inmates.

Visits are on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Call 325-347-6937 to make an appointment.

For making calls or depositing money for calls, you can visit our Inmate Phone page.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Understanding the booking process at Mason County Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Mason County Jail where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.

It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.

The following steps outline the booking procedure at Mason County Jail:

  • Personal identification verification.
  • Taking photographs (mugshots).
  • Medical and mental health assessment, as well as inquiries about substance use.
  • Possibly collecting DNA samples.
  • Performing a full-body search.
  • Seizing personal belongings for safekeeping.
  • Allowing one phone call.

Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 325-347-6937.

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

Paying bail for someone in custody in Mason County

Once someone is booked at Mason County Jail in Mason after an arrest, there are several outcomes:

1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 325-347-6937 for bail details.

Bail payments can take several forms.

  • Cash, credit card, or money order can be used for payment.
  • A licensed bail bond agent in Mason County can help cover bail.
  • Property within the county can also be used as collateral.

For detailed information about the bail process in Mason County, Texas, see the Mason County Jail Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Mason County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

210 Westmoreland Street
Mason, TX 76856
325-347-6937

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • Call 325-347-6937 to get your inmate's times, and make an appointment.
  • Inmates are allowed two visits 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.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 325-347-6937 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 1:00PM - 2:30PM
SATURDAY 5:00PM - 6:30PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mason County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 325-347-6937 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 Mason County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mason County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 325-347-6937 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Mason County Jail

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Mason County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

  • Bring money to the jail in person. 
  • The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - 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.
  • Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
  • Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Mason County Jail
PO Box 391
Mason, Texas 76856-0391

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 325-347-6937 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mason County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 325-347-6937 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Mason County Jail?

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

Mason 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 Mason 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 Mason 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 Mason 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 Mason County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 325-347-6937 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Mason County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Mason 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 Mason 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#
Mason County Jail
PO Box 391
Mason, Texas 76856-0391



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Mason County Jail
PO Box 391
Mason, Texas 76856-0391



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 Mason 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 Mason 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#
Mason County Jail
PO Box 391
Mason, Texas 76856-0391

Mason County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Mason 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 Mason 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#
Mason County Jail
PO Box 391
Mason, Texas 76856-0391



Legal Mail

Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Mason County Jail
PO Box 391
Mason, Texas 76856-0391



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 Mason 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 Mason 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#
Mason County Jail
PO Box 391
Mason, Texas 76856-0391

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mason County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 325-347-6937 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Mason County Jail

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Mason County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

  • Bring money to the jail in person. 
  • The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - 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.
  • Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
  • Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Mason County Jail
PO Box 391
Mason, Texas 76856-0391

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 325-347-6937 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mason County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 325-347-6937 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Mason 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 Mason County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 325-347-6937 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Mason 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 Mason County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 325-347-6937 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Mason County Jail? What does it look like?
Other Jails Nearby

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

Mason Gillespie Kimble Menard Llano San Saba McCulloch
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This facility, known as "Mason County Jail" is also known as Mason County Jail, Texas, Mason.