Harrison County TX Jail

You can support your loved ones at Harrison Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 903-923-4003.

When someone you care about gets locked up, it's tough to figure out all the ins and outs of jail life. From sending mail to visiting, there are a lot of things to sort out. And getting info about the arrest? Not always easy. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get a handle on how things work here so that you can stay connected and support your loved one behind bars.

The Harrison Co Jail is a detention center located at 110 S Franklin St Marshall, TX which is operated locally by the Harrison County Sheriff's Office and holds inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both. Most of the sentenced inmates are here for less than two years. Harrison County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, Marshall Police Department, and the US Marshal's Service.

New detainees arrive at the jail regularly, with some being released on bail, placed under pretrial services caseloads, supervised by probation agencies, or released on recognizance with a court appearance agreement. Those who are not released await their court appearances at the jail, receiving accommodations including bedding and meals.

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Harrison County operates two jail facilities under the care, custody, and control of the Sheriff. The county's jail history dates back to 1963 when, following the completion of a new courthouse, a 52-bed jail was established on the fourth floor of the courthouse. This facility served the county for three decades, from 1963 until 1993. However, in 1990, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice faced severe overcrowding issues, which prevented the state prison system from accepting county prisoners. This situation resulted in significant overcrowding within the county's jail. Consequently, the county had no choice but to begin planning and constructing a larger facility. This led to the completion of a new 96-bed jail in 1993, known as the Main Jail.

The Main Jail sits on the south and southwest corners of the Harrison County Courthouse, adjacent to the Sheriff’s Office. This facility was connected to the original fourth-floor courthouse jail via an elevator, and the two operated as a single unit, providing the county with a maximum capacity of 150 inmate beds. The Main Jail served as Harrison County’s sole jail until 2011 when overcrowding once again became a pressing issue.

In response to these concerns, the Sheriff and County Judge began exploring options for expansion in 2009. Their efforts culminated in the approval and construction of an additional jail facility, known as the Travis Street Annex, located at 2200 East Travis, Marshall, TX. Phase I of the Travis Street Annex was completed in 2011, adding 200 additional beds to the county's capacity, bringing the total to 350 inmate beds. The Travis Street location was strategically chosen to allow for future growth and expansion as needs arise. Plans include the construction of Phase II and Phase III, each adding 200 inmate beds, which will eventually increase the county’s total capacity to 750 beds. This expansion is designed to meet Harrison County's needs well into the future.

To this day, the Main Jail remains the primary intake and processing facility for both male and female inmates. The Travis Street Annex Jail serves as an overflow facility, exclusively housing male inmates.

Individuals who do not post bail within the first twenty-four hours are required to appear before a judge. During this first appearance, conducted either in person or via telephone, the judge informs the arrested person of the charges against them and sets the bond amount.

Following the intake process, which includes property inventory, medical screening, and booking, inmates are assigned to the general population. Housing assignments are based on the classification of their charges, whether felony or misdemeanor, to ensure proper management and safety within the facility.

After processing, inmates are assigned to a housing area based on classification. Compliance with jail rules typically results in a lower classification and more privileges, while rule violations or additional charges lead to a higher classification and fewer privileges. Inmates serving as trustees within the jail undertake various tasks, including cooking, laundry, and commissary management, often receiving minimal compensation or sentence reduction for their services.

The jail is designed with "pods," featuring a large common area with affixed tables and attached seats, and individual cells typically on two levels. Inmates spend certain times in their cells and other times congregating in the pod for activities like playing cards, games, reading, or watching television. Movement outside the pod, such as trips to the commissary, library, or recreation area, occurs under the constant supervision of unarmed correctional officers. The environment in the county jail is considered less stressful than that of a prison because the sentences are much shorter.

The jail offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Alternatively, setting up an account through a third-party phone company may entail high fees per minute of usage. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.

Books and magazines ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. The Jail enforces this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.