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Guide to Hunt County Jail, Texas

Overview of Hunt County Jail

Hunt County Jail, situated in Greenville, Texas, serves as a detention facility for individuals awaiting trial or serving sentences for misdemeanors and felonies. It is overseen by the Hunt County Sheriff's Office, which ensures the enforcement of law and order within the county.

Contact Information

Address: 2801 Stuart Street, Greenville, TX 75401
Phone Number: (903) 453-6851
Website: Hunt County Sheriff
Email: N/A

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate housed at the Hunt County Jail, you can visit the official Hunt County Inmate Search. This resource allows for searching by the inmate's name or booking number.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visits to inmates at Hunt County Jail are conducted through video visitations, allowing friends and family members to schedule visits according to the inmate's housing assignment. Physical visitation may be subject to changes depending on facility regulations, impacted by the current health guidelines:

  • Visitation Hours: Monday to Sunday, 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Registration closes 30 minutes before).
  • Advance booking is required and can be made online through the jail’s visitation portal or at visitation kiosks located in the jail lobby.

How to Send Money

Inmates at Hunt County Jail can receive funds from family and friends, which they can use to purchase items from the commissary. Money can be sent through:

  • TouchPay: Secure online payment system where you can deposit money into an inmate’s account using a credit or debit card.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates can make outgoing calls using a pre-paid account or calling collect. Phone services are provided through a contracted service, and details for setting up a prepaid account can be found on the jail’s website. Video visitation is also available, which can be accessed and scheduled via the visitation link provided on the jail's website.

Inmate Services and Programs

Hunt County Jail provides various programs and services designed to aid in the rehabilitation and welfare of its inmates. These include educational programs, religious services, mental health care, and substance abuse counseling.

Security and Management Information

The jail is run under the authority of the Hunt County Sheriff’s Office, and it maintains strict security protocols to ensure the safety of both inmates and staff. The facility is equipped with modern surveillance technology and employs trained correctional officers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I send books to an inmate at Hunt County Jail?

Yes, books can be sent directly from a publisher or an approved online bookstore like Amazon to an inmate at Hunt County Jail. The books must be softcover and sent new.

What items can an inmate receive from outside Hunt County Jail?

Inmates can receive letters, money, and photos, but items like hardcover books, provocatively suggestive photos, and other prohibited materials are not allowed.

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How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the Hunt County Jail inmate search website

Step 2


Enter inmate id and personal information

Enter the inmate personal informations in the required fields

Step 3


Enter inmate id and personal information

Click on the 'Submit' button

General Stats for Texas

Texas Total Number of Inmates

200,504

Texas Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

334,353

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

443

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

110,437

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

18,462

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

9,249

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

92.4

121,720

Female

7.6

10,014

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

52.8

1,953

Detained

46.55

1,722

Diverted

0.49

18

Prisons and Jails in Texas