Dallas County in Texas operates 4 jail facilities to serve the local criminal justice system. Below you will find detailed information about each facility, including addresses, contact numbers, and visiting hours.
Lew Sterrett Justice Center (North Tower, West Tower, South Tower) (Main Jail)
The Lew Sterrett Justice Center (North Tower, West Tower, South Tower) is one of the jail facilities serving Dallas County, Texas.
This main jail has a capacity of approximately 7,100 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 111 West Commerce Street, Dallas, TX 75202.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (214) 761-9025.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Lew Sterrett Justice Center (North Tower, West Tower, South Tower) are available during weekdays from Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM and weekends from Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
Important: No visitation on Wednesdays. Visitors must be 17 or older with valid ID. Visits are 30 minutes long.
Suzanne L. Kays Detention Facility (Branch Facility)
The Suzanne L. Kays Detention Facility is one of the jail facilities serving Dallas County, Texas.
This branch facility has a capacity of approximately 2,300 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 2121 Panoramic Circle, Dallas, TX 75212.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (214) 653-3450.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Suzanne L. Kays Detention Facility are available during weekdays from Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM and weekends from Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
Important: No visitation on Wednesdays. Video visitation may be required.
George Allen Jail (Branch Facility)
The George Allen Jail is one of the jail facilities serving Dallas County, Texas.
This branch facility has a capacity of approximately 800 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 600 Commerce Street, Dallas, TX 75202.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (214) 653-2601.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at George Allen Jail are available during weekdays from Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM and weekends from Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM.
Important: No visitation on Wednesdays.
Henry Wade Juvenile Justice Center (Juvenile Detention)
The Henry Wade Juvenile Justice Center is one of the jail facilities serving Dallas County, Texas.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 2600 Lone Star Drive, Dallas, TX 75212.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (214) 698-2200.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Henry Wade Juvenile Justice Center are available during weekdays from Varies by unit; generally 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM and weekends from Varies by unit; generally 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM.
Important: Visitation restricted to parents or legal guardians only.
Disclaimer: The information provided above is for reference purposes only and may be subject to change. We recommend contacting the facility directly to confirm current visiting hours, policies, and procedures before planning a visit. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about Dallas County jail operations, please refer to the official county or sheriff's department website.
