How do I find someone in the Collin County jail?
Use the county's online inmate search any time of day — it's updated around the clock and shows charges, bond amounts, and booking status.
- Inmate search
- Collin County Judicial Online Search — the Sheriff's official inmate lookup; search by name, charge, or warrant
- Current inmate list
- Detention Facility roster (people booked or released in the last 24 hours) and the real-time Case Record Inquiry
- By phone
- Detention Bureau (972) 547-5200, 24 hours
You'll usually need the person's full name and date of birth. Results show the charges they were booked on, the bond amount (if one has been set), and whether they're still in custody. If a booking is very recent, give it a few hours to appear. Looking for a different county? Compare all 9 county inmate searches on one page.
Where is the Collin County jail and what happens after booking?
Full Collin County Detention Facility visitor guide — inmate search, visitation, money & bond →
All county arrests are processed at one detention facility in McKinney. Here's the address and the timeline from arrest to bond.
- Facility
- Collin County Detention Facility
- Address
- 4300 Community Ave., McKinney, TX 75071
- Detention Bureau
- (972) 547-5200
- Sheriff's Office
- Collin County Sheriff · (972) 547-5100
- Arrest & bookingThe person is booked into the Detention Facility; property is logged and held.
- MagistrationA magistrate reviews the charges and sets bond — held twice daily, roughly 8–11 a.m. and 2–5 p.m. Only attorneys appear in person; video access is available in the lobby.
- Bond postedOnce a bond amount is set, anyone can post it at the 24/7 bond window.
- ReleaseThe defendant is released through the Detention Facility lobby after the bond clears.
How does visitation work at the Collin County Detention Facility?
Visits are scheduled in advance through ViaPath/ICSolutions. In-person and on-demand video visits are both offered.
- Schedule a visit
- GettingOut / ViaPath (ICSolutions) · scheduling line (972) 547-5224
- Length
- 25 minutes per session (plus ~5 minutes walking time); arrive at least 20 minutes early or entry is denied
- Bring
- Valid government photo ID (driver's license or Texas DPS ID)
- Full schedule
- Visitation & phones (official)
Dress code & rules
- You must be on the inmate's approved visitation list before you arrive.
- No mini-skirts, sleeveless or transparent tops, or provocative clothing; shorts no shorter than 5 inches above the knee.
- One adult visitor per inmate per visit day; children are admitted on a space-available basis.
How do I put money on an inmate's books in Collin County?
Collin County uses Access Corrections. There are six ways to deposit — but the jail takes no cash, checks, or money orders by mail.
| Method | How |
|---|---|
| Online | accesscorrections.com |
| Mobile app | Free Access Corrections app (iOS / Android) |
| Phone | (636) 888-7004 — bilingual agents |
| Kiosk | In the detention lobby and 800+ nationwide locations |
| Retail cash | Register with Cash Pay Today, then deposit at Dollar General, Family Dollar, Kroger, CVS, or 7-Eleven |
| Commissary packages | Access Securepak at accesscatalog.com |
Inmate phone calls run on pre-paid accounts through ICSolutions — set one up at icsolutions.com.
What are the mail and property rules?
Personal mail is scanned and delivered electronically — so it goes to an out-of-state processing address, not the jail.
- Personal mail
- [Inmate name & SO#], P.O. Box 247, Phoenix, MD 21131
- Legal mail
- 4300 Community Ave., McKinney, TX 75071 (mark "legal mail," include name & SO#)
Allowed: new soft-cover books, magazines and newspapers from the publisher, approved commissary packages, and photos. Not allowed: greeting cards, postcards, stickers, clippings, stamps, blank paper, pens, cash, checks, or money orders. Nothing is accepted in person at the front desk.
Property release: bulk property can be released to one person, all-or-nothing, daily between 6–9 a.m. Unclaimed property is donated to charity after 15 days.
How do I bond someone out of the Collin County jail?
The bond window is open 24/7. New to bail? Start with our plain-English guide to how bail works in Texas, then come back for the local specifics.
| Bond type | Cost | Refundable? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash | Full bond amount | Yes, after the case ends if the defendant appeared | Paid at the bond window |
| Surety (bondsman) | Non-refundable fee (often ~10%) | No | +$15 surety fee for Class B and above |
| Personal / PR | No payment | n/a | Judge decides eligibility |
| Pretrial release | 3% of bond or $20 min | No | Needs judge + Pretrial Services approval |
- Bond window
- 4300 Community Ave., McKinney — open 24 hours
- Accepted
- Cash, money orders, cashier's checks payable to "Collin County Sheriff's Office"
- Bondsmen
- The jail accepts a surety bond only from Collin County's approved bail bond companies — see the full directory with phone & address.
Where are the Collin County courts and how do I find my court date?
Criminal cases are heard at the Steindam Courts Building in McKinney. Felonies go to district courts; misdemeanors to county courts at law.
- Courthouse
- Russell A. Steindam Courts Building, 2100 Bloomdale Rd., McKinney, TX 75071
- Felony courts
- 15 district courts · District Clerk (972) 548-4320
- Misdemeanor courts
- 7 county courts at law · County Clerk (972) 548-4185
- JP courts
- 4 precincts (McKinney, Lavon, Plano, Frisco) — Class C, traffic, evictions
- Find your setting
- Case Record Inquiry (real-time court calendar)
To find a court date, open the Case Record Inquiry portal, search by name or cause number, and check the court setting. If you can't find it, call the District Clerk (felony) or County Clerk (misdemeanor) with the cause number. The clerks' offices are open Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. For courts in other DFW counties, use our full DFW court directory.
Worried about a warrant?
Missing a court date or an unpaid fine can trigger a bench warrant.
Checking for and clearing a warrant in Collin County — bench, traffic, capias, or failure-to-appear — is covered in depth by our sister site. Don't walk into a court or jail with an active warrant before you understand your options.
City courts & jails in Collin County
Class C tickets and city-ordinance cases are handled by municipal courts. Some cities hold arrestees briefly before transferring to the county jail.
"Which county am I in?" — the Frisco trap
Some Collin County cities cross a county line, which decides which jail and court you deal with.
Frisco sits in both Collin and Denton counties. If Frisco police arrest someone, they may be held at the Frisco City Jail first, then transferred to the Collin County Detention Facility (McKinney) or the Denton County Jail (Denton) depending on which county the arrest happened in. If you can't find someone in the Collin search, check Denton County next.
What to bring to court (and how to act)
- Bring: a photo ID, your citation or paperwork, any court notice, and proof of anything the court asked for (insurance, classes, payment).
- Dress: business casual — no hats, tank tops, shorts, or offensive graphics. Phones silenced.
- Arrive early: security and parking take time; being late can mean a warrant or a reset.
- Don't guess: if you're unsure what a setting means (arraignment, plea, pretrial), ask the coordinator or talk to a lawyer first.
Quick glossary
- Magistration
- The first appearance before a magistrate after arrest, where you're read your rights and bond is set.
- Surety bond
- A bond posted by a licensed bondsman for a non-refundable fee, instead of paying the full amount in cash.
- Personal (PR) bond
- Release on your written promise to appear, with no money up front, if a judge approves.
- Commissary
- The jail store; "money on the books" funds an inmate's account for snacks, hygiene, and phone time.
- SO number
- The Sheriff's Office booking ID assigned to a person in custody — useful for searches, mail, and deposits.
For the full set of jail, bond, and court terms, see our complete jail, bond & court glossary.
Collin County jail & court FAQ
How do I find out if someone is in the Collin County jail?
Use the Collin County inmate search and look up the person by name or SO number; it updates 24/7 and shows charges and bond. If it's down, call the Detention Bureau at (972) 547-5200.
How fast can someone bond out?
Once a bond amount is set at magistration (held twice daily), you can post it any time at the 24/7 bond window. Actual release timing depends on how busy the jail is.
Can I put money on the books with a credit card?
Yes — through Access Corrections online, the app, by phone, or at a kiosk. The jail itself does not accept cash, checks, or money orders by mail.
Do I need an appointment to visit?
Yes. You must be on the approved list and schedule through ViaPath/ICSolutions in advance, bring a photo ID, and follow the dress code. Confirm in-person visits are currently open before you go.
Is there a bail schedule for Collin County?
No published schedule was found — a magistrate sets each bond individually. The amount appears in the inmate search once set.
Frisco — Collin or Denton jail?
Either. Frisco spans both counties; people are held at the Frisco City Jail first, then transferred to whichever county the arrest occurred in.
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Talk to a Collin County defense lawyer
If you or a loved one is facing charges in McKinney or anywhere in Collin County, L&L Law Group can review the case — free and confidential.