Navarro County holiday closures (Dec 31–Jan 5) — why you should call before visiting the jail

Navarro County has published that county offices will be closed Wednesday, December 31; Thursday, January 1; and Friday, January 2. The notice also says offices reopen for regular business on Monday, January 5, 2026.

The Navarro County Clerk's Office website includes a clear disclaimer about online records. The information is provided for convenience only - the County Clerk doesn't certify its accuracy and isn't responsible for errors, omissions, or any actions you take based on what you read there.

These two things - published closure dates and the clerk's disclaimer - matter when you're making real plans. A closure affects what services are available in person. A disclaimer means the web page might not reflect last-minute changes. For families, this can mean a long drive for a visit that can't happen, paperwork that gets delayed, or a payment that has to wait until offices reopen on January 5.

• ✓ Call ahead to confirm whether visitation is running as normal during the Dec 31–Jan 2 closure window.
• ✓ Ask specifically whether any in-person services you need (front desk questions, records requests, paperwork drop-offs) are available or paused until reopening.
• ✓ If you’re trying to meet a deadline, confirm what “received by” means for that office and whether anything changes around the closure dates.
• ✓ If you need to make a payment or submit a request, ask what options are accepted during closures and what to do if you can’t complete it until Jan 5.
• ✓ Write down the name (or position) of the person you spoke with and the date/time of the call.

Start with the county's published dates, then treat the website as a pointer - not the final word. The clerk's disclaimer is basically saying: online info is for convenience and may not be perfect. If you can't get a clear answer right away, keep a simple record of your attempts (calls, voicemails, emails). That way you can show you tried to verify before traveling or acting.

Verify Checklist

• ✓ Re-check the published closure dates for Dec 31, Jan 1, and Jan 2, with reopening on Monday, Jan 5, 2026.
• ✓ Call before you leave to confirm whether jail visitation is operating normally during the closure period.
• ✓ Ask whether the specific task you need (questions at the window, records/paperwork processing, payments) is available during closures or only after reopening.
• ✓ If timing matters, confirm any deadlines and what counts as “on time” when offices are closed.
• ✓ Bring (or keep on your phone) a note of who you contacted and when, in case you need to explain a delay.
• ✓ If you’re traveling from out of town, plan a backup date in case you’re told services are limited until Jan 5.

Mailing paperwork during a closure? Double-check you're using the right office and address. One example from an official form is the Navarro County Auditor's Office: 300 West 3rd Avenue, Suite 10, Corsicana, TX 75110. Even with the correct address, closures can delay when something gets opened, date-stamped, or processed. Confirm timing expectations before relying on mail alone.

Can't reach anyone to confirm? Protect your time. For non-urgent visits, postponing until after offices reopen beats gambling on a long trip. If something is urgent - a bond question, court deadline, or legal filing - consider contacting an attorney or bail bondsman for guidance on what can be handled now versus what has to wait. These are general options, not county policy, but they can help you decide your next move when phones go unanswered.

1. Log each call attempt - write down the date/time, the number you dialed, and whether you left a voicemail.
2. Save what you’re relying on - take a screenshot of any closure notice or office page you used to plan.
3. Keep copies of messages - save emails or contact-form confirmations if you send them.
4. Bring your notes with you - if you do go in person later, having a quick record can help you explain what happened without starting over.