Rockwall County Detention Center

County Jail

Last Updated: November 15, 2024
Address
972 TL Townsend Dr, Rockwall, TX 75087
Beds
444
County
Rockwall
Phone
972-204-7100
Fax
972-204-7029
Email
JoinRSO@rockwallcountytexas.com

Rockwall Co Jail is for County Jail offenders sentenced up to twenty four months.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for County - medium facility.

The phone carrier is Securus Tech®, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.

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If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

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You can support your loved ones at Rockwall Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 972-204-7100.

When someone you care about gets arrested, it can be overwhelming. This webpage aims to ease your concerns by providing information about Rockwall County Detention Center. From visitation guidelines to contacting jail staff, we're here to support you as you navigate this challenging time. Take a look around and let us help you understand how to best support your family member or friend in custody.

The Rockwall Co Jail, located at 972 TL Townsend Dr in Rockwall, TX, is a secure detention center operated by the Rockwall County Sheriff's Office. This facility primarily houses individuals awaiting trial or sentencing, typically for less than two years. It accepts inmates from various jurisdictions, including surrounding towns, municipalities, the US Marshal's Service, and the Rockwall Police Department.

New detainees are regularly admitted to the jail, with some being released on bail or placed under pretrial services caseloads. Others await their court appearances at the facility, receiving necessary accommodations such as bedding and meals. View all arrest records here.

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.

Commissary is available weekly, with orders submitted via kiosk two days in advance. On holidays, there may be increased spending limits. Upon receiving commissary items, inmates must present their ID, check their order, and sign for it in the presence of the commissary employee. Indigent inmates are provided with all essential basic hygiene items including USPS stamps and writing materials.

Inmate workers are selected for community service programs based on their demonstrated good conduct, cooperation with facility staff, and adherence to institutional rules. These criteria ensure that only individuals who exhibit responsibility, reliability, and a commitment to positive behavior are allowed to participate. Participation in these programs not only benefits the community through valuable labor contributions but also offers inmates the chance to develop a strong work ethic, learn transferable job skills, and build a sense of accountability.

In certain cases, involvement in community service programs can contribute to a reduction in an inmate's sentence. This incentive reinforces the importance of maintaining good behavior while incarcerated and highlights the program's dual role in supporting both the community and the inmate's journey toward reintegration.

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 Rockwall County Detention Center.

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

Inmate visitation at the facility follows a structured schedule: female inmates may receive visitors on Mondays from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM and 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, while males housed in B Pod have visitation on Sundays during the same hours. All other male inmates are permitted visits on Wednesdays from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM and 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM

Visitation privileges are granted to all inmates unless revoked due to disciplinary actions, with exceptions made for attorney or clergy visits. Each inmate is allowed one visit every seven days, with a maximum of two 20-minute visits on the designated visitation day. No more than three visitors are permitted at one time, consisting of either one adult and two children or two adults and one child. Visitors must adhere to a first-come, first-served policy, and inmates do not need to maintain a visitor list.

Visitors are required to dress in a modest and non-distracting manner, with clothing that is not tight, transparent, or revealing. Prohibited items include tube tops, halter tops, strapless tops, backless tops, spaghetti straps, sleeveless tops, and any attire that exposes the midriff. Pants, shorts, and skirts must extend to the upper knee and be worn at or above the waist. Clothing that is obscene, profane, or offensive is not allowed. Visitors must conduct themselves orderly; failure to do so may result in dismissal and potential loss of visitation privileges.

Personal items such as cell phones, purses, packages, books, food, and drinks must be left in vehicles. Bringing unauthorized items into the facility may result in permanent deprivation of visitation rights and possible criminal charges.

Professional visitors, including attorneys, ministers, social workers, probation officers, investigators, bail bondsmen, and parole officers, are permitted to visit outside normal hours as long as it does not disrupt facility operations. These visitors must present identification and complete a visitor information sheet for each inmate visit.

Visitation may be denied if there is a perceived threat to the facility's security and welfare. Individuals who have been confined in the facility within the last 30 days are not permitted to visit. All visitors are subject to weapons and contraband checks based on probable cause.

In the event of an emergency visit, the shift supervisor will consult with the Jail Administrator or Lieutenant to determine the appropriate type of visit. Special visits require approval from the Jail Administrator or their designee.

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