The Trinity County Jail is a 7-bed jail located in Groveton, Trinity County, Texas. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 936-642-1424.
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 Trinity County Jail at 936-642-1424 for assistance.
Phone: 936-642-1424
Physical Address:
162 West 1st Street
Groveton, TX 75845
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Trinity County Jail
P. O. Box 457
Groveton, TX 75845
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Trinity County Jail
162 West 1st St
Groveton, TX 7584
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Trinity 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 936-642-1424 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases in Trinity County and anywhere in Texas.
Trinity County Jail Inmate Search
The Trinity County Jail maintains an average of 7 offenders in custody on any given day. The Trinity 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 Trinity County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 140 offenders.
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The unique, two story, stone Trinity County Jail, built in 1938, has recently faced issues due to a severe leak, resulting in a reduction in the number of inmates housed from seven to just two.
Inmates at this jail are offenders who have been arrested in Trinity 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, visitation, and outgoing phone calls.
Trinity County is a county located in the state of Texas, USA. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 13,602. The county seat is Groveton, and it is named after the Trinity River. Discussions have begun in November 2022 to construct a new jail facility, estimated to cost between $12 to 20 million. The new facility would provide 96 beds and create employment opportunities for the community.
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Trinity 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 Trinity 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 936-642-1424.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Trinity County Jail in Groveton 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 936-642-1424 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 Trinity County, Texas, visit the Trinity County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Trinity County Jail? What is the Schedule?
162 West 1st Street
Groveton, TX 75845
936-642-1424
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 936-642-1424 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM |
| WEDNESDAY | 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Trinity County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 936-642-1424 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 Trinity County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Trinity County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 936-642-1424 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Trinity County Jail?
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
Trinity 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 Trinity 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#
Trinity County Jail
162 West 1st St
Groveton, TX 7584
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.
To deposit money online for an inmate in Trinity County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Trinity County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Trinity County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Trinity County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 936-642-1424 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Trinity County Jail?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Trinity County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Trinity County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Trinity County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 936-642-1424 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Trinity County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Trinity 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 Trinity 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#
Trinity County Jail
P. O. Box 457
Groveton, TX 75845
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Trinity County Jail
162 West 1st St
Groveton, TX 7584
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 Trinity 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 Trinity 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#
Trinity County Jail
162 West 1st St
Groveton, TX 7584
Postcards
The Trinity 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 Trinity 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#
Trinity County Jail
P. O. Box 457
Groveton, TX 75845
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Trinity County Jail
162 West 1st St
Groveton, TX 7584
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 Trinity 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 Trinity 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#
Trinity County Jail
162 West 1st St
Groveton, TX 7584
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Trinity County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 936-642-1424 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Trinity 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 Trinity County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 936-642-1424 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Trinity 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 Trinity County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 936-642-1424 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Trinity 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 Trinity County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 936-642-1424 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Trinity County?
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