Jacksboro, TX John R. Lindsey State Jail View
John R. Lindsey State Jail is a Texas state jail facility in Jacksboro, Jack County, Texas. It is operated by Management & Training Corporation under contract with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. The facility generally holds adult male state-jail felony offenders serving sentences or offenders transferred into state custody, rather than people held only for local pretrial detention. Its role is to provide secure custody, supervision, and basic programming for inmates committed through the Texas criminal justice system.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at John R. Lindsey State Jail
Public inmate rosters and state inmate search tools typically list an inmate’s name, identification number, booking or received date, current unit, charges or offense information, sentence details, and custody status when available. Records do not always appear immediately after arrest or transfer because intake, verification, and data entry can take several hours or longer. To look for someone held here, use the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster or custody search, and search by the person’s full legal name or inmate number if known.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at John R. Lindsey State Jail?
Visits usually require the inmate to place you on an approved visitor list before you can come to the facility. Contact the facility or check the official visiting rules to confirm visiting days, hours, scheduling requirements, and any current restrictions.
What do I need to bring when visiting John R. Lindsey State Jail?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, passport, or military ID. Arrive early and follow dress code, search, and property rules; items such as phones, bags, and personal belongings may have to stay outside the visiting area.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to make outgoing calls through an approved phone provider. Family and friends usually must create an account, add funds, and follow provider and facility rules for calls or video visits if available.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Address mail with the inmate’s full name, inmate number if known, and the facility’s approved mailing address. Mail is inspected, and items such as cash, altered documents, and prohibited materials may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Funds are usually added through the approved deposit system, and spending limits or delivery schedules may apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at John R. Lindsey State Jail?
Because this is generally a state custody facility, inmates here are usually serving a sentence or have been transferred after court action. If the person has an active bond issue, contact the court, county clerk, sheriff’s office, or the county jail where the case began for instructions on bail and bond posting.
What happens during the intake process at John R. Lindsey State Jail and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, record property, complete security and medical screening, and assign housing or classification. Records may take several hours or longer to appear in the search system, especially after a transfer or new commitment.