The Sabine County Jail is a 17-bed jail located in Hemphill, Sabine County, Texas. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 409-787-2266.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Texas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Sabine County Jail at 409-787-2266 for assistance.
Phone: 409-787-2266
Physical Address:
310 Main Street
Hemphill, TX 75948
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Sabine 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 409-787-2266 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Sabine County and anywhere in Texas.
Sabine County Jail Inmate Search
The Sabine County Jail maintains an average of 17 offenders in custody on any given day. The Sabine 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 Sabine County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 340 offenders.
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The Sabine County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Sabine County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
The small, white single building is located on Main Street, at the corner of N. Texas, one block down and across the street from the county courthouse.. It shares the facility with the county sheriff.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 409-787-2266, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Sabine County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visiting days and times onsite are Tuesdays and Sundays 1:00PM - 3:00PM.
Visits are in person.
Phone accounts are registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Sabine County Jail for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Sabine County Jail typically includes the following steps:
Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 409-787-2266.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Sabine County Jail in Hemphill for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 409-787-2266 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in Sabine County, Texas, visit the Sabine County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Sabine County Jail? What is the Schedule?
310 Main Street
Hemphill, TX 75948
409-787-2266
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 409-787-2266 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 1:00PM - 3:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 1:00PM - 3:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sabine County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-787-2266 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 Sabine County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sabine County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-787-2266 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Sabine 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 Sabine 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#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
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 409-787-2266 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sabine County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-787-2266 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Sabine County Jail?
To register and sign up for a phone account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Sabine County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Sabine County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All phone conversations and messages are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some phone providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sabine County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-787-2266 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Sabine County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Sabine 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 Sabine 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#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
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 Sabine 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Sabine 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#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
Postcards
The Sabine 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 Sabine 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#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
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 Sabine 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Sabine 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#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sabine County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-787-2266 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Sabine 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 Sabine 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#
Sabine County Jail
c/o Sabine County Sheriff
PO Box 848
Hemphill, TX 75948
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 409-787-2266 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sabine County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-787-2266 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Sabine 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 Sabine County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-787-2266 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Sabine 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 Sabine County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 409-787-2266 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Sabine County?
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