Verify Custody Before Paying, Visiting or Mailing
Use the Sheriff’s Current Inmates view for present detention-center custody and the separate 48 Hour Release view when someone recently disappeared from the roster.
After finding a possible match, verify the SO number, booking record, charges, bond, court, visit, mail and payment route before taking action.
Choose the Task You Need to Complete
The jail roster, Odyssey court system, NCIC account, TouchPay deposit, bonding window and Texas custody-notification system answer different questions.
Use the Correct Source for Each Question
Tom Green County Source Finder
Payment separation: TouchPay commissary funds, NCIC communication credits, iCare packages, cash bonds and court payments are not interchangeable.
How to Search the Tom Green County Jail Roster
Start With the Sheriff’s Roster
Avoid beginning with copied booking logs, social-media mugshot pages, search-engine snippets or bail advertisements.
Choose Current or Released
Use Current Inmates for present local custody. Use 48 Hour Release when the person may have recently left the detention center.
Search the Legal Name
Try the legal last name, full first name, middle name, former surname, hyphenated name and likely spelling variations.
Compare the SO and Booking Numbers
These identifiers help separate people with similar names and prepare you for jail, mail, account and bond questions.
Verify Before Acting
Refresh the live record and call 325-659-6597 before paying a bond, sending time-sensitive mail or making a long trip.
After reviewing the process, use the official Tom Green County inmate roster.
The Sheriff publishes an accuracy disclaimer. Treat the roster as a starting point and verify important custody, bond and court details separately.
Use These Fallbacks if the Roster Will Not Load
The Sheriff has periodically taken the roster and warrant search offline for maintenance. Do not immediately assume a blank page means there are no inmates or warrants.
- Refresh the official page or try another browser.
- Check the Sheriff’s press-release page for a maintenance notice.
- Use Odyssey Public Access for available jail and jail-bond records.
- Call the detention center when custody affects bond, medication, safety or transportation.
- Check TDCJ or federal custody only when transfer is plausible.
Use the official Sheriff press-release page for current outage and restoration notices.
Do not pay a third-party search site because the county page is temporarily unavailable. A maintenance outage does not make an unofficial record more accurate.
What the Public Roster Fields Mean
| Roster field | What it may confirm | What still needs verification |
|---|---|---|
| SO number | Sheriff’s Office identifier connected with the person. | It is not necessarily the court cause number. |
| Booking number | Identifier for the displayed booking event. | The person may have older or later booking records. |
| Booking time | When the listed booking was entered. | Later magistrate, bond, court or release activity. |
| Age | An additional comparison point. | Do not identify someone by age alone. |
| Bond | Displayed bond amount or status at the time of update. | Other charges, holds, no-bond restrictions and payment route. |
| Charges | Allegations or custody reasons linked with the booking. | Filed offense, dismissal, plea, conviction and sentence. |
| Release time | A recent release from Tom Green County custody. | Whether another agency immediately assumed custody. |
Arrest is not conviction: a booking entry, mugshot, charge or bond amount does not prove guilt.
What to Do When the Person Is Not Listed
No-Result Troubleshooter
Very Recent Arrest
Identification, medical screening, magistrate review or data entry may still be underway. Search again and call the jail when confirmation is urgent.
Recent Release
Check the 48 Hour Release view. A local release may also indicate transfer to another authority.
Check the Court Case Separately From the Jail Roster
Tom Green County Odyssey Public Access provides separate search categories for criminal cases, court calendars, jail records and jail-bond records.
| Your question | Correct source | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Current detention custody | Sheriff inmate roster | Shows the live detention-center profile. |
| Jail record or bond record | Odyssey Jail Records or Jail Bond Records | Dedicated public-search categories are provided. |
| Misdemeanor case | County Clerk Criminal Department | County courts handle most misdemeanor criminal cases. |
| Felony case | District Clerk Felony Department | District courts have felony criminal jurisdiction. |
| Upcoming hearing | Odyssey calendar and responsible clerk | Roster details may not show the current courtroom or schedule. |
Use the official Tom Green County Odyssey Public Access portal.
Misdemeanor Records
Tom Green County Clerk — Criminal Department124 West Beauregard
San Angelo, TX 76903
Phone: 325-659-6555
Email: criminal.records@co.tom-green.tx.us
Use the official County Clerk criminal page for current contact and payment guidance.
Felony Records
Tom Green County District Clerk — Felony DepartmentTom Green County Courthouse
112 West Beauregard
San Angelo, TX 76903
Phone: 325-659-6579
Additional felony line: 325-659-6582
Use the official District Clerk page for current felony-department details.
Payment warning: a bond, misdemeanor fine, felony payment, commissary deposit and attorney fee are different obligations. Confirm the cause number and receiving department before paying.
Do Not Confuse the Warrant List With Current Jail Custody
The Sheriff maintains a separate public warrant search. A person may have a warrant without appearing in current jail custody, and an old warrant result should still be verified before action.
- Search the legal name carefully.
- Compare age, warrant date, charge and displayed bond.
- Do not approach or attempt to detain anyone.
- Do not assume “no bond” explains the complete legal situation.
- Call the Warrants Division for current verification.
- Use a licensed attorney for surrender or legal-strategy advice.
Use the official Tom Green County warrant search.
Warrants Division: call 325-655-8111 and ask for a Warrants Deputy during the division’s regular weekday office hours.
Confirm the Bond Type Before Paying
Cash-Bond Rules
- Confirm every charge and bond with the jail.
- The full bond amount must be paid.
- The Sheriff lists exact cash as the accepted cash-bond method.
- A cash bond over $5,000 must be paid by cashier’s check.
- Payment is taken at the bonding window in the detention-center lobby.
- Ask whether another hold or no-bond restriction remains.
- Keep the receipt and court paperwork.
Do not assume the lobby kiosk posts the same type of transaction. The page separately describes cash-bond rules and a kiosk that accepts cash and cards. Ask what the kiosk payment will fund before using it.
When Is Cash Bond Returned?
The Sheriff says the money is returned to the defendant after the case is adjudicated and a judge orders the return. Do not promise a refund date or assume the person who supplied the cash will receive it.
Surety-Bond Company Verification
The county Bail Bond Board regulates approved companies. The linked approved-company PDF is a dated document and includes individual license-expiration dates, so the live board page should be checked before signing.
Use the official Tom Green County Bail Bond Board page to open the current county-linked company list.
- Confirm the business and agent appear on the county source.
- Check the license expiration date.
- Ask the board or jail whether approval remains current.
- Get the premium in writing.
- Get collateral and co-signer duties in writing.
- Ask what happens after a missed court appearance.
- Keep every receipt and agreement.
Bond Verification Call Script
“I am checking bond for [full name], SO number [number] and booking number [number]. Please confirm every active charge, the current bond amount and type, any outside hold, and the accepted payment method.”
Check Release Readiness Before Arranging Pickup
- Every listed charge has been reviewed.
- Every required bond has been satisfied.
- No no-bond restriction remains.
- No county, state or federal hold remains.
- The jail received the cash, cashier’s check or surety paperwork.
- Court or magistrate paperwork is complete.
- Internal release processing is complete.
- Staff confirmed transportation should be arranged.
Release-Status Call Script
“Bond for [full name] was submitted through [payment method or company]. Can you confirm whether all charges and holds are cleared, whether the paperwork has been received, and whether transportation should be arranged?”
A 48-hour release entry does not show the destination. The person may have transferred to another authority instead of leaving custody entirely.
Find the Inmate’s Regular Face-to-Face Visit Day
Visit-Day Finder
Plan an In-Person Visit Without a Wasted Trip
| Day | Last-name letters | Sign-up periods | Visit periods |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | A–E | 8:30–9:30 a.m. or 6:30–7:30 p.m. | 9:00–11:00 a.m. or 7:00–9:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | F–J | 8:30–9:30 a.m. or 6:30–7:30 p.m. | 9:00–11:00 a.m. or 7:00–9:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | K–O | 8:30–9:30 a.m. or 6:30–7:30 p.m. | 9:00–11:00 a.m. or 7:00–9:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | P–R | 8:30–9:30 a.m. or 6:30–7:30 p.m. | 9:00–11:00 a.m. or 7:00–9:00 p.m. |
| Friday | S–Z | 8:30–9:30 a.m. or 6:30–7:30 p.m. | 9:00–11:00 a.m. or 7:00–9:00 p.m. |
- Confirm current custody before travelling.
- Complete the sign-up slip fully and legibly.
- Bring a valid driver’s license, state ID or military ID.
- Plan for a 20-minute visit.
- Visitors under 17 need an adult and may visit only in the evening.
- Keep children within arm’s reach.
- Leave purses, diaper bags, carriers and strollers in the vehicle.
- A small child may have one diaper and one bottle.
- Do not bring food, drinks, cameras or cell phones.
- Visitors may be physically searched.
- Follow the posted dress and conduct rules.
Posted Dress Restrictions
- No shorts.
- No sleeveless tops.
- No transparent clothing.
- No spandex or tight form-fitting clothing.
- Skirts and dresses must extend below the knees.
- No clothing displaying gangs, alcohol, drugs, lewd material or vulgar language.
Rule violations can affect both in-person and online access. The posted escalation is 30 days, then 60 days, then permanent restriction.
Out-of-Town Visits
The Sheriff lists possible out-of-town visits during 8:00–11:00 a.m., 1:00–4:00 p.m. or 6:00–8:00 p.m. A person who previously visited the inmate is not eligible under the posted exception.
Call before relying on the exception. Confirm distance eligibility, custody, housing and available time before travelling.
Review the official jail-information and visitation rules before leaving home.
Schedule an Online Video Visit
| Detail | Posted facility information |
|---|---|
| Days | Sunday through Saturday |
| Morning | 6:00–11:00 a.m. |
| Afternoon | 1:00–5:00 p.m. |
| Evening | 7:00–11:59 p.m. |
| Published rate | $0.35 per minute; confirm current provider pricing |
| Technical support | 1-844-724-2076 |
- Confirm the inmate remains in Tom Green County custody.
- Create the account only through the official NCIC service.
- Test the device, camera, microphone and internet connection.
- Confirm the current rate before purchasing time.
- Join early.
- Avoid discussing evidence or witnesses.
- Keep the payment and session confirmation.
Use the official NCIC website after reviewing the facility rules.
Deposit Money Into the Correct Inmate Account
Commissary orders are processed Monday and delivered Tuesday through Friday. Funds must be posted by Sunday at 10:00 p.m. for the inmate to receive that week’s order.
| Method | Official instruction | Check first |
|---|---|---|
| TouchPay online | Select Tom Green and use facility number 276903. | Confirm the exact inmate and final fee. |
| Lobby kiosk | Kiosk is located in the detention-center lobby. | Confirm whether the screen is funding commissary or another transaction. |
| Telephone deposit | The Sheriff lists 866-204-1603 for supported card deposits. | Verify the number on the live Sheriff page before paying. |
| Money order | Make payable to “Inmate Trust Fund.” | Call for the current mailing format and required identifier. |
| iCare package | Purchase an eligible facility-approved package. | Confirm custody, package limits and item eligibility. |
Sunday deadline: a transaction completed after 10 p.m. may miss the coming week’s commissary order.
Review the official Sheriff commissary instructions before paying.
Then use TouchPay Online with facility number 276903 or the facility-linked iCare service for an approved package.
Understand the Inmate Telephone Process
The Sheriff states that local calls are free during booking and that holding-cell telephones operate as collect-call phones.
- Keep the receiving telephone available after a recent arrest.
- Ask the carrier whether correctional collect calls are blocked.
- Do not send TouchPay commissary money when the purpose is communication.
- Assume non-privileged calls may be monitored.
- Avoid discussing evidence, witnesses or case strategy.
- Use NCIC support to address unwanted calls.
Call blocking or technical help: contact NCIC at 1-844-724-2076.
Use the official NCIC site for current communication-account support.
Send Mail to the Correct Address
Ordinary Personal Mail
[Inmate’s Full Name] — [SO Number]Tom Green County Jail
P.O. Box 591
Longview, TX 75606
- Include the inmate’s full name.
- Include the Sheriff’s Office number.
- Include the sender’s complete return address.
- Use paper no larger than 8.5 by 11 inches.
- Send no more than five pages.
- Write on the front side only.
- Include no more than one photograph per mailing.
- Do not send magazines, books or bulk mail to the scanning address.
- Do not send legal or medical mail to Longview.
Originals are destroyed after the retention period. The processing center holds original mail for 30 days for investigation or rescanning and then destroys it.
Legal and Medical Mail
[Inmate’s Full Name] — [SO Number]Tom Green County Detention Center
4382 N. US Highway 277
San Angelo, TX 76905
Newspapers
Newspapers must be sent to the physical San Angelo facility with the inmate’s name and SO number.
The official page contains a general physical-address example below the detailed scanning rule. Use the Longview P.O. Box for ordinary personal letters and the San Angelo address for legal, medical and newspaper mail. Call 325-659-6597 when the mailing type is unclear.
Review the live Sheriff mail rules immediately before mailing.
Medication and Prescription Eyeglasses
Shannon Medical Center provides physical-health services inside the detention center. Staff cannot release confidential inmate medical information.
Medication Drop-Off Checklist
- The inmate must request the medication drop-off.
- The prescription must be current.
- The medication must remain in its original container.
- Some medications are not permitted.
- Call the medical department before travelling.
- Deliver an approved item to the lobby information window.
Call medical at 325-659-6434 to ask whether the medication can be accepted.
Prescription Eyewear
Prescription glasses may be delivered at the inmate’s request. Tinted lenses and eyeglass cases are not accepted under the posted instructions.
Do not leave medication without approval. Facility medical staff decide whether and how a prescription item enters the jail.
Pick Up Inmate Property or Money
The inmate must sign a release naming the approved representative before personal property can be collected.
- Confirm the inmate signed the authorization.
- Ask which items are approved for release.
- Bring state-issued photo identification.
- Call before travelling.
- Do not assume property automatically follows an inmate after transfer.
Money Release
The Sheriff states that an inmate may release money from the commissary account to a member of the public once every 30 days.
Call the bookkeeper first. Confirm approval before arriving to avoid a delayed or unsuccessful trip.
Property or Money Pickup Script
“I am the approved representative for [full name and SO number]. Can you confirm that the signed release is approved, what identification I need and when I may come to the detention-center lobby?”
Use Texas IVSS-Counties, Not an Old VINE Link
Texas transitioned county-level victim notification from VINE to Texas IVSS-Counties effective September 1, 2025.
What IVSS-Counties May Provide
- Booking and release notifications
- Custody-status changes
- Transfer, escape or death notifications
- Supported court-event changes
- Phone, text or email preferences
- English and Spanish telephone support
Use the Texas IVSS-Counties portal or call 866-268-8959.
Participation can vary by county and data source. Confirm Tom Green County availability inside the portal. Notification systems are informational and do not guarantee personal safety.
Check TDCJ, Federal Custody or Another Texas County
Texas State Custody
Use the TDCJ inmate search after sentencing or transfer into a Texas prison or state-jail facility.
Federal Custody
Use the Bureau of Prisons locator when the case or sentence may be federal.
Another Texas County
Confirm the arresting agency, warrant county and transfer destination before searching a different local jail.
Case Without Current Custody
A pending case or warrant can exist even when the person does not appear in the Tom Green County jail.
Tom Green County Detention Center Location
Tom Green County Detention Center4382 N. US Highway 277
San Angelo, TX 76905
Jail: 325-659-6597
Sheriff non-emergency: 325-655-8111
Medical department: 325-659-6434
NCIC support: 1-844-724-2076
Do not go to the administrative Sheriff office for a detention-lobby task. The Sheriff’s administrative office is at 222 W. Harris, while visitation, bonding, medication, property and kiosk services are handled at the Highway 277 detention center.
Use Public Jail Information Responsibly
- Do not treat an arrest or charge as proof of guilt.
- Do not harass, threaten, shame or stalk a listed person.
- Do not republish protected victim, child, witness, medical or financial details.
- Do not rely on an old screenshot as current custody proof.
- Do not make final employment or housing decisions from a jail roster alone.
- Do not discuss evidence or witnesses during monitored communications.
- Do not pay through an unsolicited text or social-media message.
- Use a licensed Texas attorney for legal advice.
Tom Green County Jail Roster FAQs
How do I search the official Tom Green County jail roster?
Open the Tom Green County Sheriff’s Office inmate roster, choose Current Inmates or 48 Hour Release, search the legal name and compare the Sheriff’s Office number, booking number, booking time, age, charges and bond.
What if the Tom Green County inmate roster is unavailable?
Check the Sheriff’s press-release page for maintenance notices, try again later, use Odyssey Public Access for available jail and court records, or call the detention center at 325-659-6597 when custody verification is urgent.
Why is someone missing from the current inmate roster?
The person may still be processing, may have been released, may be listed under another spelling or may have transferred to another county, TDCJ or federal custody. Check the 48 Hour Release view and call the jail when needed.
How do face-to-face Tom Green County jail visits work?
Regular weekday visitation is assigned by the first letter of the inmate’s last name. Visitors complete a sign-up slip, present approved photo identification and receive a 20-minute visit when available.
Can I visit a Tom Green County inmate online?
Yes. The Sheriff directs visitors to NCIC for online visitation. The posted facility schedule includes three daily time windows seven days a week and lists a price of 35 cents per minute, subject to provider changes.
How do I send commissary money?
The Sheriff lists TouchPay using facility number 276903, a lobby kiosk, telephone deposits, money orders payable to Inmate Trust Fund and approved iCare packages. Money must be posted by Sunday at 10 p.m. for that week’s commissary order.
What address should I use for personal inmate mail?
Ordinary non-legal and non-medical mail is sent to the inmate’s full name and Sheriff’s Office number at Tom Green County Jail, P.O. Box 591, Longview, Texas 75606. Legal and medical mail goes directly to the San Angelo detention center.
How do I post a cash bond?
The Sheriff says the full exact cash-bond amount must be paid. A cash bond over $5,000 must be paid by cashier’s check. Confirm every charge, hold and payment instruction before going to the bonding window.
How do I verify a Tom Green County court case?
Use Tom Green County Odyssey Public Access for available criminal, calendar, jail and jail-bond records. Contact the County Clerk for misdemeanor matters and the District Clerk for felony matters when a hearing or deadline must be confirmed.
What victim-notification system should I use in Texas?
Texas transitioned county-level victim notification from VINE to Texas IVSS-Counties on September 1, 2025. Use the IVSS-Counties portal or its 24-hour support line and confirm that Tom Green County data is available.
Final Verification Checklist
- The official Current Inmates and 48 Hour Release paths were checked.
- The legal name matches the correct SO and booking numbers.
- Every charge, bond and possible hold was reviewed.
- The court case was checked separately through Odyssey.
- The correct misdemeanor or felony clerk was identified.
- The cash-bond payment method was confirmed.
- A surety company’s current county approval was verified.
- The face-to-face visit day matches the inmate’s surname.
- The visitor has approved photo identification.
- NCIC and TouchPay accounts were not confused.
- TouchPay facility number 276903 was confirmed.
- Commissary money was posted before Sunday at 10 p.m.
- Personal mail uses the Longview scanning address.
- Legal and medical mail uses the San Angelo facility address.
- Medication was approved before drop-off.
- Property or money release was signed before pickup.
- Texas IVSS-Counties replaced an outdated VINE link.
- No roster record was treated as a conviction.
Independent guide: Jail-Roster.org does not operate the Tom Green County Sheriff’s Office, detention center, Odyssey Public Access, NCIC, TouchPay, iCare, TDCJ, Texas IVSS-Counties or the Bureau of Prisons. Live official records and instructions control whenever details change.