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How to register your phone (and 5 things to know about calls) for someone at Dominguez State Jail

Want phone calls from someone at Dominguez State Jail? You'll need to register your number with TDCJ first. Here's how that works—plus what to expect with call hours, time limits, and monitoring.

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How to register your phone (and 5 things to know about calls) for someone at Dominguez State Jail

To receive calls from an inmate at Dominguez State Jail, register your phone number through the Texas Inmate Telephone Friends & Family Enrollment online. You'll need the inmate's TDCJ ID number - registration won't work without it.

Having trouble with enrollment? Call the registration help line at (866) 806-7804. They're available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

How to register your phone (and 5 things to know about calls) for someone at Dominguez State Jail

Call Rules

  • Phone access is generally available from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., unless conditions dictate a change.
  • Calls are limited to 30 minutes.
  • You’ll hear a warning message one minute before the call disconnects.
  • All calls - except calls to the attorney of record - are subject to monitoring and recording.
  • Inmates have unlimited telephone minutes per month.

Plan ahead: Calls are monitored and recorded (attorney calls are the exception). Each call cuts off at 30 minutes - you'll get a one-minute warning before it disconnects. Share the important stuff early.

Dominguez State Jail uses Securus for remote video visits. Each session runs 60 minutes and costs $10.00. Inmates can only schedule one remote video visit per month.

  1. Get the inmate’s TDCJ ID number - you’ll need it to register your phone.
  2. Register your phone number online - use the Texas Inmate Telephone Friends & Family Enrollment to enroll your number to receive calls.
  3. Call for help if you get stuck - contact (866) 806-7804, answered 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Keep in mind: All calls (except to an attorney of record) may be monitored and recorded. They cut off at 30 minutes with a one-minute warning.

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