What is the Hood County Jail and what happens after booking?
The Hood County Jail is a 24-hour county detention facility operated directly by the Sheriff's Office — no private operator. Every custodial arrest in Hood County routes here.
- Facility name
- Hood County Jail
- Operator
- Hood County Sheriff's Office (county-run; no private operator)
- Address
- 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr, Granbury, TX 76048
- Booking desk
- (817) 579-3333 — 24 hours
- Administrative line
- (817) 579-3316 — visitation, bonds, general questions
- Hours
- 24-hour facility; bond window open 24 hours a day
- Arrest & bookingThe person is transported to 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr and booked: personal property is inventoried, logged, and held; fingerprints and a photo are taken; charges are recorded.
- MagistrationA magistrate reviews the charges, advises the person of their statutory rights, and sets bond. Hood County conducts magistrations on a rolling basis — times vary and are not scheduled for a specific hour. Under Texas law, magistration must occur without unnecessary delay and no later than 48 hours after arrest (Tex. Code Crim. Proc. art. 15.17). Arraignments are sometimes broadcast via live stream when in session.
- Bond set & postedOnce a bond amount is set, it can be posted at the jail any time — 24 hours a day — through a Hood County bail bondsman. Hood County's official rule: "Bonds must be posted by a Hood County Bondsman." Call (817) 579-3316 to confirm whether a direct cash or attorney bond is available for a specific case.
- ReleaseAfter the bond clears, the defendant is released from the facility. Processing time varies with jail population; call the booking desk at (817) 579-3333 to check status before making the drive to the jail.
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How do I find someone in the Hood County Jail?
Unlike many DFW counties, Hood County does not publish a real-time online booking roster. The verified method for confirming custody is by phone, 24 hours a day.
- Call the jail (primary)
- (817) 579-3333 — 24 hours. Have the person's full legal name and date of birth ready.
- "View Bonds" tool
- The Sheriff's online bond viewer shows current bonds and inmate identifiers — useful for finding a booking number for mail, but it is not a full real-time roster.
- Court records (separate)
- District Clerk public-access portal (Tyler) — for filed court cases, not live jail booking status.
Because there is no live online jail roster, plan on calling (817) 579-3333 as your first step. The "View Bonds" page is helpful for getting the exact inmate identifier (needed when addressing mail), but treat the phone as the source of truth for current custody. If the person is not found in Hood County, the Lipan area of Hood County is near the Parker and Palo Pinto county lines — check Parker County if needed.
Who can visit and how do I schedule a visit at the Hood County Jail?
Visitation is in-person and on-site, scheduled in advance through GTL. Walk-ups are not the norm — register and book a slot before you go.
- Visit type
- In-person, on-site visits at the jail facility
- Schedule a visit
- Register and book online at hoodcountytx.gtlvisitme.com (GTL/ViaPath)
- Male inmate hours
- Wednesdays 7:00 pm–10:00 pm • Saturdays 1:00 pm–5:00 pm
- Female inmate hours
- Tuesdays 7:00 pm–9:00 pm • Sundays 1:00 pm–3:00 pm
- What to bring
- A valid government-issued photo ID is required for all adult visitors
- Questions
- Official visitation page • or call (817) 579-3316
What to bring & dress code
All adult visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license, state ID card, or passport). The jail's downloadable "Visit Policies" document covers the full list of ID types accepted, visit length, how many visitors are allowed per slot, and any dress-code requirements. Because the exact policy PDF was not parsed during research, call (817) 579-3316 before your visit to confirm current rules — particularly what types of ID are accepted and whether a dress code applies.
Who may visit?
The detailed visitor-approval rules are in the official Visit Policies document available on the visitation page. As a general DFW jail practice, visitors must be pre-approved and registered through the scheduling system (GTL). Minors may need a parent or guardian present. Visitors with active warrants risk arrest upon entering the facility — clear any warrants first.
How do I put money on an inmate's books at the Hood County Jail?
Hood County uses TouchPay (part of the GTL/ViaPath family) for commissary deposits. All three methods are available around the clock.
| Method | How | Payment accepted |
|---|---|---|
| Online | touchpaydirect.com — use 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 — available 24/7 | Cash, credit, or debit |
| Phone | Call 1-866-232-1899 — available 24 hours a day | Credit or debit card |
Inmate phone time is managed through GTL Phone Services — the same vendor family as the commissary. Phone account setup and funding may run through a separate GTL account; confirm the correct phone-funding URL or number on the jail division page or by calling (817) 579-3316.
How does inmate phone, messaging & mail work at the Hood County Jail?
Calls run through GTL Phone Services. Personal mail routing changed in December 2023 — verify the current address before you send anything.
- Phone vendor
- GTL Phone Services (linked from the jail division index)
- Mail address (general)
- [Inmate Full Name]
Hood County Jail
400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr
Granbury, TX 76048 - Mail policy change
- Effective December 6, 2023, the personal-mail routing changed. Confirm the exact current address/format at the official correspondence page before mailing anything.
- Inmate identifier
- Use the jail View Bonds page to get the correct inmate identifier before addressing mail.
Allowed mail: personal letters and greeting cards sent through the current system (plain white paper, blue or black ink, your return address in the top-left corner), legal and privileged mail (handled under separate attorney-mail rules), and paperback books or packages ordered directly through a publisher or Amazon.
Prohibited items (per the official contraband list): cash, personal checks, stamps, stickers, glitter, glue, tape, staples, paperclips, Polaroid photos, hardcover books, magazines with metal bindings, and electronics. A "Return to Sender Contraband Mail" list is posted at the bottom of the correspondence page.
Legal/attorney mail is processed under separate privileged-mail rules and is typically not opened outside the inmate's presence. If you are an attorney sending privileged mail, mark the envelope clearly and confirm the current protocol with the jail's administrative line at (817) 579-3316.
How do I bond someone out of the Hood County Jail — and what happens at release?
New to bail? Start with our plain-English guide to how bail works in Texas, then come back for the Hood County specifics.
| Bond type | Cost | Refundable? | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surety (bondsman) | Non-refundable fee (commonly ~10% of bond amount) | No | Hood County's published rule: "Bonds must be posted by a Hood County Bondsman." Verify the company is licensed by the Texas Dept. of Insurance. |
| Cash | Full bond amount | Typically yes, after case ends if the defendant appeared | Confirm with the jail at (817) 579-3316 whether a direct cash bond can be posted without a bondsman. |
| Personal / PR | No payment | n/a | Release on written promise to appear — requires a judge's approval; not automatic. |
- Bond window location
- Hood County Jail, 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr, Granbury, TX 76048
- Bond window hours
- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Fines (county)
- Payable by cashier's check or money order, exact amount, payable to Hood County
- Fines (Granbury city)
- Cash, exact amount, collected at the county jail window
- Bond questions
- (817) 579-3316 (administrative line)
Property returned at release
Before release, the inmate completes a property-release form designating who may pick up their belongings. Whoever collects the property must present a valid government-issued photo ID and sign for the items. Property is not released during meal times, shift changes, or visitation periods. Call the booking desk at (817) 579-3333 to confirm the inmate has completed the form before making the drive.
Release timing
After a bond clears at the window, the defendant is processed for release from the facility. Exact timing depends on current jail population and staff availability. It is common for release to take anywhere from one to several hours after the bond is posted. Call (817) 579-3333 if you're waiting and need a status update.
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How do I get to the Hood County Jail — directions, parking & visitor tips?
The jail shares its address with the Sheriff's Office at 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr, on the south side of Granbury near U.S. 377.
- Address
- 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr, Granbury, TX 76048
- General area
- South Granbury, near the intersection of U.S. 377 and Weatherford Hwy, roughly 1 mile south of the Hood County courthouse complex at 1200 W. Pearl St.
- Parking
- Parking is available at the Sheriff's Office / Jail facility; the lobby TouchPay kiosk is inside the Sheriff's Office building at this address.
- Bond window
- Open 24 hours a day
- Before you go
- Call (817) 579-3316 to confirm visit hours, bond window availability, or property pickup
Security screening basics
Visitors entering the Sheriff's Office lobby should expect a standard security screening: metal detector, ID check, and verification of the scheduled visit. Do not bring weapons, prohibited substances, or items not approved by the jail. If you are visiting an inmate, your visit must already be registered through the GTL portal; unscheduled visitors are typically turned away.
If you're coming to post a bond, call (817) 579-3316 first to confirm accepted payment methods and whether you need to bring a Hood County bondsman or can post directly. See our Texas bail guide and the Hood County hub for more local context.
Worried about a warrant?
Walking into a jail with an active warrant can get you arrested.
Check for and clear a Texas bench, traffic, or capias warrant before you visit or post bond.
Hood County Jail — frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Hood County Jail?
Hood County does not publish a real-time online inmate roster, so the reliable method is to call the jail at (817) 579-3333 (24 hours). Have the person's full legal name and date of birth ready. The Sheriff's online View Bonds tool can show current bonds and inmate identifiers, but it is not a full booking roster.
What phone number do I call to check on an inmate at the Hood County Jail?
Call the Hood County Jail booking desk at (817) 579-3333, which is staffed 24 hours a day. For bond, visitation, and general administrative questions, use the administrative line at (817) 579-3316.
How fast can someone bond out of the Hood County Jail?
Once a magistrate sets the bond amount — which can take up to 48 hours after arrest but often happens sooner — a Hood County bondsman can post it at the jail 24 hours a day. Actual release after the bond posts typically takes anywhere from one to several hours depending on how busy the jail is. Call (817) 579-3333 for a status update.
Who must post a bond at the Hood County Jail — can I pay cash directly?
The Hood County Sheriff's Office states that "bonds must be posted by a Hood County Bondsman." Whether a direct cash or attorney bond can also be posted depends on the individual case. Call (817) 579-3316 to confirm your options before going to the jail.
How do I put money on an inmate's books at Hood County Jail?
Hood County uses TouchPay. You can deposit online at touchpaydirect.com (site #776048), at the TouchPay kiosk in the Sheriff's Office lobby at 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr, or by phone at 1-866-232-1899. All three options are available 24 hours a day and accept credit or debit (the lobby kiosk also accepts cash).
How do I schedule a visit to the Hood County Jail?
Register online and book your visit at hoodcountytx.gtlvisitme.com (GTL). Male inmates may be visited on Wednesdays 7–10 pm and Saturdays 1–5 pm; female inmates on Tuesdays 7–9 pm and Sundays 1–3 pm. Bring a valid government photo ID. Confirm current rules and capacity at (817) 579-3316 before traveling.
How do I send mail to someone in the Hood County Jail?
The jail's personal-mail routing changed on December 6, 2023. Check the official correspondence page for the exact current address and format before mailing anything — mail sent in the old way may be returned to sender. The general facility address is 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr, Granbury, TX 76048; use the View Bonds page to find the correct inmate identifier to include.
How do I get an inmate's property back after release from the Hood County Jail?
Before release, the inmate must complete a property-release form designating who may pick up belongings. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and be prepared to sign for the property. Property is not released during meal times, shift changes, or visitation. Call the booking desk at (817) 579-3333 to confirm the form has been completed before making the trip.
Does Granbury have its own jail, or do all arrests go to the Hood County Jail?
No standalone Granbury city jail is confirmed. Custodial arrests by Granbury police generally route to the Hood County Jail at 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr. The Sheriff's bail/fines page also notes Granbury city fines are collected at the county jail window, which supports this routing. Confirm with the Granbury Police Department or Municipal Court at (817) 573-1114.
Where is the Hood County Jail located and how do I get there?
The Hood County Jail is at 400 Deputy Larry Miller Dr, Granbury, TX 76048 — on the south side of Granbury near U.S. 377, roughly one mile south of the courthouse complex at 1200 W. Pearl St. Parking is available at the facility. Call (817) 579-3316 to confirm lobby and visitation hours before arriving.
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