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Garland TX Police Detention Center

Independent City Jail

Last Updated: May 06, 2026
Address
1900 W State Street, Garland, TX 75042
Beds
137
County
Collin
Phone
972-485-4890
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Garland TX Police Detention Center is for Independent City Jail offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

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If your loved one is at Garland TX Police Detention Center, InmateAid can help you stay connected. Call the facility directly at 972-485-4890 with any immediate questions.

The Garland Detention Center operates continuously, providing round-the-clock, seven-day-a-week service for the temporary confinement of individuals involved in the judicial process. This facility is designed to house pre-trial detainees, individuals who are awaiting trial and presumed innocent but require maximum security until their court appearance. In addition to pre-trial detainees, the center also confines individuals serving sentences for misdemeanor offenses adjudicated by the Garland Municipal Court.

As a city detention center, Garland holds pre-trial detainees for only a brief period before they are transferred to another facility, particularly if they are unable to secure release. The Garland Detention Center has distinguished itself as one of the busiest jails in Dallas County, surpassed only by the Dallas County Jail. The facility can hold 137 adult prisoners and includes a designated processing area for detained juveniles. Juveniles, however, are typically not held for more than six hours before being released to a parent or guardian or transferred to a Dallas County Juvenile Department detention facility.

Due to the high volume of arrests processed annually, detainees charged with Class B misdemeanors or higher are promptly transported to the Dallas County Jail once their case is ready for filing with the Dallas County District Attorney’s Office. The Garland Detention Center thus plays a critical role in the initial stages of the judicial process, efficiently managing the intake and temporary confinement of individuals while ensuring that detainees are promptly transferred to the appropriate facilities based on the severity of their charges.

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Inmate Locator

Finding an Inmate at Garland TX Police Detention Center

If you're trying to locate someone in custody at Garland TX Police Detention Center in Garland, Texas, the fastest path depends on how recently the arrest happened, what type of facility holds the inmate, and how quickly that facility updates its public records. There is no single nationwide inmate database that covers every detention facility in real time, so locating a specific person often means checking multiple sources or calling Garland TX Police Detention Center directly at 972-485-4890.

Using the InmateAid Inmate Search

The InmateAid inmate search is the fastest starting point for locating someone at Garland TX Police Detention Center. The search pulls from facility rosters, booking systems, and arrest record databases to return current custody status, charges, and housing facility. If the person was arrested or transferred recently and doesn't appear yet, the facility likely hasn't updated its public roster, which can lag by hours or a full business day. Try again later or call 972-485-4890 to confirm.

When the Inmate Doesn't Appear in the Search

Several explanations are possible if a person isn't showing up. The booking may not be complete. The person may have been released, transferred to another facility, or moved to federal or immigration custody. Some facilities deliberately delay public records by 24 to 72 hours for security reasons. Minors are never published in any public locator regardless of facility. To rule out a transfer or release, call 972-485-4890 and ask the booking desk to confirm current status.

What You'll Need to Search Effectively

Have ready: full legal name and any aliases, date of birth, and approximate date of arrest. If you know which agency made the arrest, that narrows results significantly. A booking number locates the record immediately. Without at least a full name and approximate date, searches return too many results to be useful.

Once You've Located the Inmate

When you confirm the person is at Garland TX Police Detention Center, set up a prepaid phone account so you don't miss the first call, and arrange any money transfer or commissary funding needed. For phone discount plans, money transfer, and mail services available at Garland TX Police Detention Center, see InmateAid's inmate services and call 972-485-4890.

To confirm current custody status, recent transfers, or release information at Garland TX Police Detention Center, call 972-485-4890.

Visitation Information

Visiting an Inmate at Garland TX Police Detention Center

Visiting someone held at Garland TX Police Detention Center in Garland, Texas starts with confirming the current visiting schedule, the visitor approval process, and your status on the approved visitor list. Visitation policies vary widely from one facility to another based on operating authority, security level, and the inmate's current status. Call Garland TX Police Detention Center directly at 972-485-4890 to confirm what applies right now.

Getting on the Approved Visitor List

Most detention facilities require visitors to be approved in advance. The inmate at Garland TX Police Detention Center typically submits a list of proposed visitors, and each adult on that list completes a visitor application form for a background check. Approval timelines range from a few days to several weeks depending on the facility. Do not travel for a visit until you have received confirmation. Call 972-485-4890 for the visitor application process and expected approval timeline.

Visiting Days, Hours, and Scheduling

Visiting schedules at Garland TX Police Detention Center depend on the facility's operating model. Some facilities offer walk-in visits during posted hours; others require advance scheduling through an online portal or phone reservation. Visiting days may differ by housing unit or classification. Holiday schedules often change without much notice. Call 972-485-4890 a day or two before your planned visit to confirm the slot is still open and the inmate is eligible for visits.

ID, Dress Code, and What to Bring

Bring a valid government-issued photo ID: driver's license, state ID, military ID, or passport. Most facilities require it to be unexpired and match the name on your approved application. Dress codes at Garland TX Police Detention Center are enforced at entry: no revealing attire, no clothing that resembles inmate or staff uniforms, no hats, and in many facilities no underwire bras. Leave phones, bags, electronics, keys, and wallets in your vehicle or in lobby lockers.

Inmate Status and Visit Eligibility

A visit can be denied for reasons unrelated to your paperwork: the inmate may be in disciplinary status, restricted housing, medical isolation, or holdover during a transfer. Facility-wide lockdowns also suspend visits without notice. If the inmate has recently arrived, been moved, or had any change in status, call 972-485-4890 before traveling. A phone call the morning of the visit can save a wasted trip.

Video Visitation

Many detention facilities now offer video visitation through providers such as Securus, GTL/ViaPath, HomeWAV, or Smart Communications, either alongside or in place of in-person visits. Video visits typically require setting up a paid account, scheduling in advance, and connecting from a smartphone, tablet, or computer. For information on inmate phone discount plans and money transfer services, see InmateAid's inmate services and call 972-485-4890 to confirm what's available at Garland TX Police Detention Center.

To confirm visiting hours, the visitor application process, or current eligibility at Garland TX Police Detention Center, call 972-485-4890.

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