DALLAS COUNTY JAIL (LEW STERRETT JUSTICE CENTER)
111 W Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75202
Lew Sterrett Justice Center is the central booking and detention facility for all of Dallas County, processing every felony and serious misdemeanor arrest made within county jurisdiction. If your loved one was arrested anywhere in Dallas County — by Dallas PD, Irving PD, Garland PD, or any other municipal agency — they are headed here. Act Quick Bail Bonds posts bonds at the Lew Sterrett bond window 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call (214) 744-1414 for immediate help.
About Dallas County Jail (Lew Sterrett Justice Center)
The Lew Sterrett Justice Center is the primary detention facility for all of Dallas County, operating as a multi-building complex that processes thousands of bookings annually. The facility includes separate intake, processing, medical screening, and housing areas spread across interconnected buildings at 111 W Commerce St in downtown Dallas. Families seeking information should go to the main visitor entrance on the east side of the complex. The bail bond posting window is accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, located on the ground floor of the main processing building. Lew Sterrett is the largest county jail in North Texas and serves as the central processing point for every arrest made within Dallas County jurisdiction.
Dallas County Jail at a Glance
Look Up Someone in Dallas County Jail
The Dallas County Sheriff’s Office runs a free online inmate lookup for everyone held at Lew Sterrett. A record shows current custody status, the charges, the bail amount set by the magistrate, the booking number, the housing tower and tank, and a booking photo. If someone was just arrested, it can take several hours to appear while booking is completed.
The Lew Sterrett Towers
Lew Sterrett isn’t a single building — it’s a connected complex of detention towers on the western edge of downtown Dallas. Which tower someone is housed in depends on classification, and the specific tower and tank location is listed in their inmate record.
North Tower
A primary inmate housing building within the Lew Sterrett complex.
West Tower (Suzanne Kays)
Also called the Kays Detention Facility — additional inmate housing inside the complex.
South Tower
Additional inmate housing connected to the central justice center.
You don’t need to know the tower to post bond. Once a magistrate sets bail, Act Quick files at the central bond window regardless of housing assignment — call (214) 744-1414 and we handle the rest.
Visiting an Inmate at Dallas County Jail
Lew Sterrett offers scheduled visitation for inmates, arranged through the Dallas County Sheriff’s Office. Days, times, and whether a visit is in-person or video are set by the facility and change periodically, so confirm the current schedule before you go.
- Valid government-issued photo ID required for every visitor
- Visits must be scheduled in advance — walk-ins are not guaranteed
- A dress code is enforced; revealing or gang-affiliated clothing is turned away
- No phones, bags, food, or weapons past the visitor checkpoint
How to Post Bond at Dallas County Jail (Lew Sterrett Justice Center)
Booking & Intake
After arrival at Lew Sterrett, defendants undergo intake processing including personal information collection, fingerprinting, photographs, medical screening, and property inventory. The duration of this process varies depending on facility volume.
Magistration
A Dallas County magistrate reviews the charges and sets bond after booking is complete. The magistrate evaluates the offense, criminal history, and flight risk before determining bond amount and conditions.
Bond Posting
Once bond is set, a licensed bail bond agent files paperwork at the 24-hour bail bond posting window on the ground floor. Act Quick agents can post bond promptly once the amount is set.
Release Processing
After bond is posted and verified, the release process begins. Release timing from Lew Sterrett varies based on facility volume as staff processes paperwork, returns personal property, and completes administrative procedures.
Post-Release
Upon release, the defendant receives court date information and bond condition documentation. Act Quick provides guidance on all obligations including court appearances, reporting requirements, and any special conditions set by the magistrate.
Dallas County Jail (Lew Sterrett Justice Center)
111 W Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75202
Bail Bonds We Handle
These are the charges we post bond for most often at Dallas County Jail. Every charge page covers the Texas statute, how Dallas County magistrates set bond, and what to expect after arrest.
DWI / DUI
→Texas Penal Code §49.04 classifies DWI as a Class B misdemeanor for a first offense, escalating to felony status with prior convictions or aggravating factors.
Controlled Substance ChargesDrug Possession
→Texas Health and Safety Code §481 governs drug possession charges, with penalties ranging from a Class B misdemeanor to a first-degree felony based on substance type and quantity.
Assault ChargesAssault
→Texas Penal Code §22.01 defines assault charges ranging from Class C misdemeanor for threats to second-degree felony for assaults against public servants.
Theft & Property CrimesTheft
→Texas Penal Code §31.03 classifies theft by the value of property stolen, from Class C misdemeanor for items under $100 to first-degree felony for values exceeding $300,000.
Family ViolenceDomestic Violence
→Family violence charges in Dallas County carry enhanced penalties and mandatory protective orders that significantly impact the bond process and release conditions.
Outstanding WarrantsWarrant Bonds
→Outstanding warrants in Dallas County can result in arrest at any time. Acting proactively with a bail bond agent can minimize jail time and simplify the surrender process.
Dallas Bail Bonds
This facility serves Dallas, TX. View our full Dallas bail bond service page for detailed information about local booking processes, bond procedures, and what to expect after an arrest.
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Dallas does not operate a city jail. Every arrest in every Dallas neighborhood — entertainment districts, residential areas, and downtown alike — gets transported directly to Lew Sterrett Justice Center for booking and magistration. Act Quick posts bond 24/7 for arrests from any of these districts.