Finding an inmate in Tarrant County may be a bit more complicated than searching in many other Texas counties. That’s because several cities have their own jails and maintain their own records.
If you search Tarrant County and can’t locate someone, you may need to narrow your search to specific cities, including Mansfield, Arlington, and Keller. Some municipal arrestees are quickly transferred to county custody, so searching multiple locations may be necessary.
Official county and city jail databases are free. If a website demands a fee, you’re not at the official county/city site. All of the sources listed below are free.
Last updated: April 2026
Key Takeaways
- Tarrant County maintains a searchable database of inmates in county jail facilities
- Additionally, there are several city-specific jails you may need to check, including Arlington, Keller, and Mansfield
- You can also contact the county by phone at (817) 884-3116 or (817) 884-3117
How to Find an Inmate in Tarrant County
Tarrant County operates five jail facilities with a combined capacity of approximately 5,000 inmates. Additionally, several municipalities within Tarrant County, including Arlington, Mansfield, and Keller, manage their own city jails, so you may need to check these separately if you can’t find someone by searching Tarrant County records.
This means that figuring out who is in jail in Tarrant County may require a few extra steps than in some other Texas counties.
Online
To find out if someone is in custody in a Tarrant County Jail facility:
Tarrant County provides a searchable database at https://inmatesearch.tarrantcounty.com/. The database is maintained by the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office.
You will need to have the inmate’s last name. If you find the name you’re searching for, click on details. There you will find specific information about the charges, bail, and a mug shot.
It will look like this:
By Phone
You can also call the Tarrant County Jail Information hotline at (817) 884-3116 or (817) 884-3117.
In Person
Visit the Tarrant County Jail at 100 N Lamar St, Fort Worth, TX 76102
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How to Find an Inmate in Mansfield, TX
If you’re searching for someone who was arrested in Mansfield, Kennedale, or Burleson, they may not be listed in the county database. These municipalities send people to Mansfield Jail. You can look up inmates online at https://p2c.mansfieldtexas.gov/.
There you will find the following information:
Alternatively, you can call the Mansfield Jail at 817-804-5731.
You can also visit the Mansfield Law Enforcement Center at 1601 Heritage Parkway, Mansfield, Texas 76063
How to Find an Inmate in Arlington, TX
The Arlington Police Department maintains its own searchable database at https://arlingtonpd.org/apps/jailinmates.
There you will find the following information:
You can also call (817) 459-5648.
How to Find an Inmate in Grand Prairie, TX
If you’re looking for someone in Grand Prairie, you’ll need to call 972-237-8951 or inquire in person in the lobby of the Detention Center, 1525 Arkansas Lane, Grand Prairie, TX 75052. Both the phone line and the lobby are open 24/7.
How to Find an Inmate in Keller, TX
The Keller City Jail houses people arrested in Keller, Colleyville, Roanoke, Southlake, and Westlake.
You can find a list of current inmates here: https://www.cityofkeller.com/services/regional-detention-center.
Information will look like this:
Call the Keller City Jail at (817) 743-4770 or email [email protected], though email response times may be slow.
You can also visit the Keller City Jail in person at 330 Rufe Snow Drive, Keller, TX 76248
Custody Alerts in Fort Worth (VINELINK vs IVSS)
Texas is transitioning from VINELink to the Texas Integrated Victim Services System (IVSS). This is a newer statewide platform designed to provide custody status updates and notifications.
IVSS allows users to:
Track whether someone is in custody
Receive alerts for release, transfer, or status changes
What This Means in Tarrant County
The transition is ongoing, and availability may vary depending on the agency and system involved.
- Some jurisdictions are using IVSS, though availability and contact options may vary
- Others may still rely on VINELink; (877) 894-8463
Due to this transition, you may need to check both platforms.
Not all systems are updated at the same speed, and VINELink and IVSS may not include all local jail bookings immediately.
Best Way to Check Inmate Status in Fort Worth
For the most accurate results:
- Start with the Tarrant County Sheriff's Office inmate search
- If a municipal police department was involved, check directly with the municipality
- Use IVSS if available
- Check VINELink as a backup
Note that recent arrests may not appear in search systems for several hours. Be sure to leave time to account for delays, transfers, or system gaps.
If you still cannot locate someone after checking all systems, contact our team at Michael & Associates.
Jail Facilities in Tarrant County
Tarrant County Corrections Center (aka Tarrant County Jail)
100 N. Lamar
Fort Worth, TX 76196
Lon Evans Corrections Center
600 W. Weatherford
Fort Worth, TX 76196
Green Bay Unit
2500 Urban Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76106
Mansfield Law Enforcement Center
1601 Heritage Parkway
Mansfield, TX 76063
Arlington Police Department Jail
OTT Cribbs Public Safety Center
620 W Division St,
Arlington, TX 76011
Keller City Jail
330 Rufe Snow Drive
Keller, TX 76248
Grand Prairie Detention Center
1525 Arkansas Lane,
Grand Prairie, TX 75052
Jail Phone Scam in the Fort Worth, TX, area
If you receive a call from someone claiming to be an officer with the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office who has one of your family members in custody, please use caution. It’s probably not legitimate.
A common scam involves receiving a phone call from “Tarrant County Jail.” The caller will tell you that your family member is accused of causing a car crash and that they are in jail and need bail. The caller may even try to pose as a family member.
If anyone from the “jail” demands immediate payment (particularly by gift card, ApplePay, MoneyPak, or a wire transfer), do not pay. The Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office will never demand immediate payment. End the call and check the jail database to confirm that your family member is actually in police custody.
FAQs about Fort Worth Inmate Lookups
Why isn’t someone showing up in the Tarrant County inmate search?
Recent arrests may take several hours to appear, or the person may be in a city jail instead of county custody.
Is Tarrant County inmate search free?
Yes. Official county tools to search the Tarrant County jail roster and city jail databases are free to use.
Can someone be in jail but not show up online?
Yes. Booking delays, transfers, or system gaps can temporarily prevent records from appearing.
Should I check city jails in Tarrant County?
Yes. Cities like Arlington, Mansfield, and Keller maintain separate jail systems.
More Tarrant County Resources
How to visit an inmate in the Tarrant County Jail
How to check for warrants in Tarrant County
