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Dallas County Sheriff's Department

County Sheriff

Last Updated: March 24, 2025
Address
133 N Riverfront Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207
County
Dallas
Phone
214-653-3450
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Satellite View of Dallas County Sheriff's Department

Welcome to the Dallas Co Sheriff's Directory on InmateAid. Use this tool to find recent arrestees and check the status of arrest warrants. This directory provides current, accurate information, respecting privacy while meeting your needs. Thank you for visiting; we are here to help.

The Dallas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) serves as the county’s primary law enforcement agency, having been established on March 30, 1846. As the operator of the ninth-largest jail in the United States, DCSO manages an average jail population exceeding 6,000 inmates. Unlike municipal law enforcement agencies, the sheriff's deputies possess jurisdiction across all areas of the county, including its 32 cities.

The Dallas County Sheriff’s Department is composed of approximately 2,100 dedicated men and women from diverse backgrounds within the community. This team operates tirelessly through all hours, seasons, and weather conditions, facing numerous challenges, accepting responsibilities, and collectively achieving successful outcomes.

Dallas County TX Sheriff's Department oversees multiple facilities, including:

- Lyle B. Medlock Treatment
- Letot Center (Girls)
- Marzelle Hill Transition Center
- Lew Sterrett North Tower Jail
- Dallas County Residential Drug Treatment
- Suzanne Lee Kays Jail (South Tower)
- West Tower Jail

These facilities are integral to the department’s mission of maintaining safety and order within the county.

Table of Contents for Dallas Co Sheriff

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in Texas. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at Dallas County Sheriff's Department.

The second section features the InmateAid Inmate Search tool, providing a user-generated database of inmates. You can access this resource to utilize any of InmateAid's services. If you require assistance in creating an inmate profile to maintain communication, please contact us at aid@inmateaid.com, and we'll gladly help you locate your loved one.

As a last resort, you might have to pay for that information if we do not have it. The Arrest Record Search will cost you a small amount, but their data is the freshest available and for that reason, they charge to access it.

Visitation Information

All video visits are recorded and subject to electronic monitoring by Dallas County personnel, with participation implying consent to this recording and monitoring. On-site and off-site video visits can be scheduled in advance via the Securus Video Visitation Website.

Visits must be scheduled at least 72 hours in advance. The registering visitor must be at least 17 years old and present valid government-issued photo identification during initial registration. Visitors under 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the visit. Approvals are generally processed within 72 hours.

Each video visit lasts 20 minutes. There are no restrictions on the number of off-site video visits an inmate can receive per week, but on-site visits are limited to two per week. Both the visitor and the inmate must be present at the start of the scheduled visit. Late arrivals will only receive the remaining time of the scheduled visit.

On-Site Video Visitation Hours Availability:

Monday: 8:00 am- 8:30 pm
Tuesday: 8:00 am- 8:30 pm
Thursday: 8:00 am- 8:30 pm
Friday: 8:00 am- 8:30 pm

No children under 17 allowed during the week

Saturday: 8:00 am- 8:30 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am – 8:30 pm

**** NO VISITATIONS ON WEDNESDAY ****

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs - Dallas County Sheriff's Department

  1. Does Dallas County Sheriff's Department have its own jail?
    No, Dallas Co Sheriff does not operate a full-time jail. Individuals who are arrested are typically held for processing and then transferred to a nearby contracted regional detention facility or another county jail.

  2. Where are arrestees taken after being processed at Dallas County Sheriff's Department?
    After processing, individuals are transferred to a nearby contracted county jail or regional detention center, which houses inmates for the Dallas Co Sheriff on a per-inmate fee basis.

  3. How long can someone be held at Dallas County Sheriff's Department before being transferred?
    Dallas County Sheriff's Department can only detain individuals for a short period, usually under 72 hours, before moving to a contracted detention facility.

  4. How can I find out where someone was transferred after being arrested by Dallas County Sheriff's Department?
    You can check the inmate-locator on the county-website or call 214-653-3450 for information. In most cases, individuals are sent to another contracted facility.

  5. What happens during the booking process at Dallas Co Sheriff?
    Booking includes fingerprinting, photographing, medical screening, and a background check. After processing, arrestees are held temporarily before being transferred to a detention facility.

  6. Can I post bail for someone arrested by Dallas Co Sheriff?
    Yes, bail can be posted through the County Courthouse or the contracted detention facility where the individual is housed. Bail information can be obtained by contacting 214-653-3450.

  7. What are the visitation rules for inmates arrested by Dallas County Sheriff's Department?
    Dallas County Sheriff's Department does not handle inmate visitation. Visitation is managed by the detention facility where the inmate is housed. Check the website of the contracted jail for visitation policies.

  8. Can an attorney visit someone arrested by Dallas Co Sheriff?
    Yes, attorneys can visit clients at the detention facility where they are housed. Contact the contracted jail directly to schedule legal visits.

  9. How can I send money to someone arrested by Dallas County Sheriff's Department?
    Funds must be sent to the contracted detention center’s commissary system, not the Dallas County Sheriff's Department. Visit the https://www.dallascounty.org/departments/sheriff/ of the facility where the inmate is housed for deposit options.

  10. What happens if an arrestee requires medical attention while in Dallas County Sheriff's Department custody?
    Individuals with medical needs receive basic screening at the Dallas County Sheriff's Department. If serious medical attention is required, they may be transported to a hospital or receive treatment at the contracted detention facility after transfer.

  11. Does Dallas County Sheriff's Department handle long-term incarceration?
    No, Dallas County Sheriff's Department only handles short-term holding for processing and transport. All long-term incarceration is managed by contracted county jails or regional detention centers.

  12. What happens if someone is arrested in Dallas County Sheriff's Department’s jurisdiction but has charges elsewhere?
    If an arrestee has warrants in another jurisdiction, they may be held briefly at Dallas County Sheriff's Department for processing before being transferred to the requesting jurisdiction or a contracted jail.

  13. How do I retrieve personal property from someone arrested by Dallas County Sheriff's Department?
    Personal property is typically held at the Sheriff's Office until the individual is transferred. If the inmate is moved to another jail, property may be sent along or picked up by an authorized person at Dallas County Sheriff's Department’s evidence division.

  14. Can Dallas County Sheriff's Department refuse to take an arrestee due to jail overcrowding?
    Dallas County Sheriff's Department does not operate its own jail, so capacity limitations depend on the contracted jail facility. In cases of overcrowding, alternative arrangements may be made with other regional jails.

  15. Does Dallas County Sheriff's Department offer house arrest or electronic monitoring programs?
    In most cases, house arrest and electronic monitoring are managed by the county probation office or the contracted detention facility, not the Dallas County Sheriff's Department.

  16. Can Dallas County Sheriff's Department issue arrest warrants?
    Yes, the Dallas County Sheriff's Department can request and execute arrest warrants, but detainees are transferred to another facility for holding. Warrant information can be checked through the county court records.

  17. How do I report a complaint about an arrest made by Dallas County Sheriff's Department deputies?
    Complaints can be filed with the Sheriff’s Office Internal Affairs Division. In serious cases, complaints may be reviewed by Texas’s law enforcement oversight agency.

  18. How can I find out about upcoming court dates for someone arrested by Dallas County Sheriff's Department?
    Court dates are scheduled by the county court system. You can search court dockets online or contact the County Clerk’s Office for hearing details.

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