How do I find someone in the Hood County jail?
Unlike some neighboring counties, Hood County does not publish a live online inmate roster — the dependable way to confirm custody is by phone, 24 hours a day.
- By phone (primary)
- Hood County Jail booking desk (817) 579-3333, staffed 24 hours — give the person's full legal name and date of birth
- "View Bonds" tool
- The Sheriff's jail division page links a "View Bonds" tool that shows current bonds and inmate identifiers — useful, but not a full booking roster
- Court records (separate)
- Hood County District Clerk public access (Tyler) — for filed court cases, not live jail booking
Because there's no real-time public jail search like some counties run, plan on calling (817) 579-3333 to confirm whether someone is in custody, their charges, and any bond amount. The online "View Bonds" page can help you find the right inmate identifier (handy when addressing mail), but treat the phone as the source of truth for current custody. Looking for a different county? Compare all the DFW county inmate searches on one page.
Where is the Hood County jail and what happens after booking?
Full Hood County Jail visitor guide — inmate search, visitation, money & bond →
All county arrests are processed at the Sheriff's jail in Granbury. Here's the address and the timeline from arrest to bond.
- Facility
- Hood County Jail (operated by the Hood County Sheriff's Office)
- Address
- 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr, Granbury, TX 76048 (use this for mail, kiosk, deposits, and property)
- Booking desk
- (817) 579-3333, 24 hours
- Administrative line
- (817) 579-3316 (visitation, bonds, general questions)
- Sheriff's Office
- Hood County Sheriff
- Arrest & bookingThe person is booked into the Hood County Jail; property is logged and held.
- MagistrationA magistrate reviews the charges, advises the person of their rights, and sets bond. Texas law requires this without unnecessary delay and no later than 48 hours after arrest. Hood County notes magistration times "vary and are not scheduled for a specific hour."
- Bond postedOnce a bond amount is set, it can be posted at the jail 24 hours a day — through a Hood County bondsman. Confirm options by calling (817) 579-3316.
- ReleaseThe defendant is released from the jail after the bond clears. Processing time varies with jail volume.
How does visitation work at the Hood County Jail?
Visits are on-site and scheduled in advance online through GTL. Register before you go — walk-ups are not the norm.
- Schedule a visit
- Register online at hoodcountytx.gtlvisitme.com (GTL) · questions (817) 579-3316
- Male inmates
- Wednesdays 7:00–10:00 pm · Saturdays 1:00–5:00 pm
- Female inmates
- Tuesdays 7:00–9:00 pm · Sundays 1:00–3:00 pm
- Bring
- A valid government photo ID (all adult visitors)
- Official page
- Jail visitation (official)
How do I put money on an inmate's books in Hood County?
Hood County uses TouchPay for deposits. There are three ways to fund an account, all available around the clock.
| Method | How |
|---|---|
| Online | touchpaydirect.com — Hood County jail site #776048; credit or debit card |
| Lobby kiosk | TouchPay kiosk in the Sheriff's Office lobby at 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr — cash, credit, or debit, 24/7 |
| Phone | Call 1-866-232-1899 — credit or debit card, 24 hours a day |
Inmate phone calls run through GTL phone services, set up separately from a deposit. Fees and any spending caps aren't published online, so check the current terms inside TouchPay or by calling the jail's administrative line at (817) 579-3316.
What are the mail and property rules?
Hood County changed its inmate-mail handling in December 2023, so confirm the current mailing format before you send anything.
- Inmate mail
- [Inmate name], Hood County Jail, 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr, Granbury, TX 76048 — ⚠ verify the current personal-mail address/format on the correspondence page first
- Identifiers
- Use the jail "Bond Page" to get the correct inmate identifier before addressing mail
Allowed: personal letters and greeting cards through the current mail system (plain white paper, blue or black ink, with your return address in the top-left corner), legal/privileged mail under separate rules, and paperback books or packages ordered through a publisher or Amazon. Not allowed (per the posted contraband list): cash, personal checks, stamps, stickers, glitter, glue, tape, staples, paperclips, Polaroid photos, hardcover books, magazines with metal bindings, and electronics.
Property & release
An inmate completes a property-release form naming who may pick up their belongings. Whoever collects the property must bring a valid government photo ID and sign for it. Property is not released during meal times, shift changes, or visitation — and before you drive over, call the booking desk at (817) 579-3333 to confirm the inmate has completed the release form.
How do I bond someone out of the Hood County jail?
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surety (bondsman) | Non-refundable fee (often ~10%) | No | Hood County requires a Hood County bondsman to post — verify the company is licensed by the Texas Dept. of Insurance |
| Cash | Full bond amount | Typically yes, after the case ends if the defendant appeared | Confirm with the jail whether a cash or attorney bond can be posted directly |
| Personal / PR | No payment | n/a | A judge decides eligibility |
- Where
- Hood County Jail, 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr, Granbury
- Hours
- Bonds can be posted any time, 24 hours a day (per the Sheriff's bail/bonds page)
- Local rule
- "Bonds must be posted by a Hood County Bondsman" — confirm cash/PR options at (817) 579-3316
- Bondsmen
- Must be licensed; verify any company in the Texas Dept. of Insurance database
Where are the Hood County courts and how do I find my court date?
Hood County's trial courts are centralized in Granbury. Felonies go to the 355th District Court; misdemeanors to the County Court at Law.
- Courts complex
- 1200 W. Pearl St., Granbury, TX 76048 (District Court, County Court at Law, District Clerk, DA, and JP 1 & 2)
- Felony court
- 355th District Court (Judge Bryan Bufkin) · (817) 579-3233 · District Clerk Melanie Graft (817) 579-3236
- Misdemeanor court
- Hood County Court at Law (Judge Richard Hattox) · (817) 408-3480
- Felony prosecutor
- 355th District Attorney (Ryan Sinclair) · (817) 579-3245
- JP courts
- 4 precincts — Class C, traffic, evictions, and small claims (JP 1 & 2 at the W. Pearl St. complex)
- Find your setting
- Hood County District Clerk public access (Tyler)
To find a court date, open the District Clerk's public-access portal, look up the case by name or cause number, and check the court setting. If you can't find it, call the District Clerk (817) 579-3236 for felonies, or the County Clerk for misdemeanors. The District Clerk's office is open Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–noon and 1–4:30 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 Hood 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 Hood County
Class C tickets and city-ordinance cases are handled by municipal courts. These cities don't publish their own jails; custodial arrests generally go to the Hood County Jail.
"Which county am I in?" — the Lipan edge
Some Hood County towns sit near a county line, which decides which jail and court you deal with.
Lipan sits at the northwestern edge of Hood County, near the Parker and Palo Pinto county lines. Most arrests in and around Lipan are processed in Hood County (jail at 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr, Granbury), but an arrest just over the line may instead route to a neighboring county. If you can't find someone in the Hood County system, check Parker County next, or call the Hood County Jail at (817) 579-3333 to confirm.
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. In Hood County, a Hood County bondsman must post it.
- 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. Hood County funds it through TouchPay.
- Magistrate
- The judicial officer who sets bail and gives statutory warnings shortly after arrest.
For the full set of jail, bond, and court terms, see our complete jail, bond & court glossary.
Hood County jail & court FAQ
How do I find out if someone is in the Hood County jail?
Hood County doesn't publish a live online inmate roster, so call the jail at (817) 579-3333 (24 hours) and give the person's full legal name and date of birth. The online "View Bonds" tool can show current bonds and inmate identifiers, but it isn't a full booking roster.
How fast can someone bond out?
Once a bond amount is set at magistration, it can be posted at the jail 24 hours a day through a Hood County bondsman. Actual release timing depends on how busy the jail is. Call (817) 579-3316 to confirm options and accepted payment.
Can I put money on the books with a credit card?
Yes — online at touchpaydirect.com (Hood County jail site #776048), at the TouchPay kiosk in the Sheriff's Office lobby, or by phone at 1-866-232-1899. All three accept credit or debit and are available 24 hours a day.
Do I need an appointment to visit?
Yes. Visits are scheduled online through GTL at hoodcountytx.gtlvisitme.com. The posted times are Wed 7–10 pm and Sat 1–5 pm for male inmates, and Tue 7–9 pm and Sun 1–3 pm for female inmates. Bring a valid photo ID and confirm current rules at (817) 579-3316 before you go.
Is there a bail schedule for Hood County?
No published schedule was found — a magistrate sets each bond individually. Bonds are posted through a Hood County bondsman; confirm cash or PR-bond options by calling (817) 579-3316.
Does Granbury have its own jail?
The Granbury Municipal Court handles fine-only Class C citations and no standalone city jail is confirmed. Custodial arrests generally go to the Hood County Jail at 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr. Confirm with Granbury police at (817) 573-1114.
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Talk to a Hood County defense lawyer
If you or a loved one is facing charges in Granbury or anywhere in Hood County, L&L Law Group can review the case — free and confidential.