The Newton County Jail is a 14 bed jail in the city of Newton, Newton County, Texas. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 409-379-3636.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 409-379-3636, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Newton County Jail at 409-379-3636 to get it.
Phone: 409-379-3636
Physical Address:
110 E Court Street
Newton, TX 75966
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
c/o Newton County Sheriff
110 E Court Street
Newton, TX 75966
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
c/o Newton County Sheriff
110 E Court Street
Newton, TX 75966
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Newton 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 409-379-3636 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Newton County and anywhere in Texas.
Newton County Jail Inmate Search
The Newton County Jail maintains an average of 14 offenders in custody on any given day. The Newton 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 Newton County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 280 offenders.
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The Newton County Jail is a beige concrete, single-story building that sits behind the county courthouse, between N. Rusk and Kaufman Streets in Newton, Texas.
Inmates at this jail are offenders who have been arrested in Newton 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.
Due to the small size of the jail, some offenders are brought to neighboring jails when it's full.
For the safety and security of jail personnel and inmates, certain measures are in place:
Inmates are able to receive and send mail, have visits, and make phone calls. You can deposit money and set up a phone account for them online.
Visits are on weekends from 8:00AM to 1:00PM, however you must call the day before the visit to make an appointment.
Newton County is situated in the easternmost part of Texas. As of the 2020 census, it had a population of 12,217. Currently, the county holds 12 inmates, but there are plans to establish a new jail in 2023, which will serve as the Newton County Law Enforcement Center and justice center.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Newton County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 409-379-3636.
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Newton County Jail Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Newton County for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Newton County and other Texas and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Newton County Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
Call 409-379-3636 to find out the exact bond (plus other fees) amount, or look it up online by looking up the information on the Newton County inmate locator.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Newton County Jail? What is the Schedule?
110 E Court Street
Newton, TX 75966
409-379-3636
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 409-379-3636 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 1:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 1:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Newton County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-379-3636 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 Newton County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Newton County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-379-3636 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Newton 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 Newton 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
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
c/o Newton County Sheriff
110 E Court Street
Newton, TX 75966
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 409-379-3636 to ask any questions about this.
For complete information on depositing money in an inmate's account, check out our Inmate Money page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Newton County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-379-3636 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Newton County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Newton County follow these instructions:
Newton 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:
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 Newton County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – [email protected]
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Newton 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 Newton County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-379-3636 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Newton County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Newton 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 Newton 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#
Newton County Jail
c/o Newton County Sheriff
110 E Court Street
Newton, TX 75966
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
c/o Newton County Sheriff
110 E Court Street
Newton, TX 75966
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 Newton 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 Newton 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#
Newton County Jail
c/o Newton County Sheriff
110 E Court Street
Newton, TX 75966
For inmates receiving mail in the Newton 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 Newton County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
c/o Newton County Sheriff
110 E Court Street
Newton, TX 75966
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 Newton County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-379-3636 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Newton County Jail, and what can I purchase?
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 Newton 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
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
c/o Newton County Sheriff
110 E Court Street
Newton, TX 75966
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 409-379-3636 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Newton County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-379-3636 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Newton 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 Newton County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-379-3636 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Newton 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 Newton County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-379-3636 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Newton County?
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