Brazos County Jail, TX
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How to Schedule Your First Video Visit at Brazos County Jail (College Station)
Scheduling your first video visit is straightforward once you know where to go and which time slots are available. Here's the exact process Brazos County Jail uses, plus what you'll pay for remote visits from home.
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How to Get an Inmate’s Property Released from Brazos County Jail: Booking, Scheduled, and TDCJ Releases
Getting property released from Brazos County Detention Center works differently depending on the situation: during booking, through a scheduled pickup for someone already housed, or as a TDCJ-related release. Once you know which applies to you, the process is straightforward — just show up with the right ID.
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How to Send Mail to Someone at Brazos County Jail (and why the address matters)
At Brazos County Jail, the right address depends on what you're sending. Regular letters go to Smart Communications in Florida. Legal mail and publications go to the detention center in Bryan, Texas. Use the wrong one, and your mail comes right back.
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Visitation
- All onsite and remote visits must be scheduled by reservation on the facility’s servicer website.
- There is no limit on the number of visits a person may schedule.
- Remote video visits are provided via inmate kiosks/tablets and may be charged at $0.20 per minute.
Communication
- Remote (home) video visits at Brazos County Jail are charged at $0.20 per minute.
- Local/on-site video visits at the facility are free of charge.
- You can create a SmartInmate account for free at www.smartinmate.com to send messages, photos, and schedule remote video visits.
Mail & Letters
- Routine inmate letters (non-legal mail) are processed electronically and must be mailed to Smart Communications' PO Box with the inmate's name and SO number.
- Legal mail and publications must be sent to Brazos County Detention Center, 1835 Sandy Point Rd, Bryan, TX, and must be marked for legal mail or publications only.
- Publications must be sent directly from a verified publisher or approved seller rather than mailed by individuals.
Sending Money
- SmartInmate deposits for Brazos County require a minimum $5.00 and incur a $1.50 processing fee.
- Commissary orders placed through Tiger Commissary should be submitted by 8:00pm Central to meet estimated delivery schedules.
- SmartInmate accounts can be created for free at the SmartInmate website and used to manage messaging and remote services.
Facility Info
- TDCJ property releases are processed any day when the recipient presents a signed TDCJ property release letter mailed from the jail and a valid state ID.
- Brazos County enforces a zero-tolerance PREA policy that requires prevention, detection, response, investigation, and tracking of sexual assault and staff sexual misconduct.
- All inmates are screened within 72 hours for history of sexual abuse or assault and for likelihood of victimization; housing is assigned based on that screening.
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Topic Overviews
Visitation
All visits at Brazos County Jail—onsite or remote—require a reservation through the facility's approved servicer website. Follow the jail's dress code and posted visitor rules. While there's no official limit on how many visits you can schedule, available time slots depend on the inmate's privileges and unit availability. Onsite video visitation is offered at no charge. Remote video visits (Video on Demand) are available through inmate kiosks/tablets at $0.20 per minute. Create a free SmartInmate account to schedule remote video visits and send messages or photos. You'll need to complete account verification and a background questionnaire. Check the scheduler carefully—some dates may be hidden if the inmate already has a visit booked that week.
Read full guideCommunication
Brazos County Jail uses SmartInmate (Smart Communications) for electronic messaging, photos, and video visitation. On-site video visits are free. Remote (home) video visits cost $0.20 per minute and can be scheduled in 15- or 30-minute blocks. Create a free account at www.smartinmate.com to send messages, share photos, and manage remote video visit scheduling and payments. Every Saturday, SmartInmate includes two free electronic messages. After that, additional messages cost $0.50 each and photos cost $1.00 each. Need help? SmartInmate customer care is available at 888-843-1972 seven days a week from 7:00am to midnight EST.
Read full guideMail & Letters
The mailing address for Brazos County Jail depends on what you're sending. Routine personal letters go through electronic processing—mail them to Smart Communications' designated PO Box and include the inmate's full name and SO number. These letters are processed offsite and delivered electronically to the inmate's account or tablet. Legal mail and publications don't go through that process. Send them directly to Brazos County Detention Center, 1835 Sandy Point Rd, Bryan, TX, and clearly mark the envelope as legal mail or publications only. Publications must come straight from a verified publisher or approved source. Always include a complete return address. Avoid prohibited items like cash, loose stamps, food, or contraband.
Read full guideSending Money
Brazos County accepts inmate account deposits through SmartInmate. Creating an account is free, and you can use it to add funds, send messages and photos, and manage other remote services. The minimum deposit is $5.00, and each transaction carries a $1.50 processing fee. For commissary, place orders through the county's Tiger Commissary system by 8:00pm Central to meet estimated delivery schedules. Don't send cash or include personal correspondence with money orders. If you run into issues, SmartInmate customer care can help.
Read full guideCommon Questions
Showing 6 of 15How do I schedule a visit at Brazos County Jail?
Schedule every visit—onsite or remote—by making a reservation on the facility’s approved servicer website. Create and verify your visitation account, complete any required background questionnaire, then book your visit in the online scheduler.
VisitationDo remote video visits at Brazos County Jail cost money?
Yes. Remote Video on Demand visits are available through inmate kiosks/tablets and are charged at $0.20 per minute. Creating an account to schedule (such as SmartInmate) is free, but the visit time may still have vendor fees.
VisitationAre there limits on how often I can visit an inmate at Brazos County Jail?
The jail’s policy states there is no limit on the number of visits you may schedule. Slot availability can still depend on the inmate’s privileges and unit scheduling.
VisitationHow much do remote video visits cost at Brazos County Jail?
Remote (home) video visits cost $0.20 per minute. They’re scheduled in 15- or 30-minute blocks, while on-site video visits at the facility are free.
CommunicationHow do I set up a SmartInmate account for Brazos County Jail?
Create a free account at www.smartinmate.com. Once you’re set up, you can use SmartInmate to send messages and photos and schedule remote video visits.
CommunicationDoes Brazos County Jail provide any free electronic messages?
Yes. SmartInmate provides two free electronic messages every Saturday. Additional electronic messages cost $0.50 each, and electronic photos cost $1.00 each.
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Did You Know?
Brazos County Jail in Texas offers both onsite video visitation and remote Video on Demand. Remote visits are done through inmate kiosks or tablets and are billed at $0.20 per minute.
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