GARLAND CITY JAIL
1900 W State St, Garland, TX 75042
The Garland Detention Center processes arrests for the second-largest city in Dallas County, serving over 240,000 residents in northeast Dallas County. Garland PD is known for proactive warrant enforcement along the I-30 and I-635 corridors, and defendants held here are transferred approximately 15 miles southwest to Lew Sterrett Justice Center for magistration and bond posting. Call Act Quick Bail Bonds at (214) 744-1414 the moment you learn of the arrest — we act fast to get bond posted before your loved one spends another hour in custody.
About Garland City Jail
The Garland City Jail at 1900 W State St serves as the holding facility for the Garland Police Department, which handles law enforcement for Dallas County's second-largest city with over 240,000 residents. This facility processes a high volume of arrests from the I-30 and I-635 corridors. Defendants are held here for initial processing before transfer to Lew Sterrett Justice Center, approximately 15 miles southwest. Garland PD is known for proactive warrant enforcement during routine traffic stops, meaning many Garland jail bookings involve outstanding Dallas County warrants.
How to Post Bond at Garland City Jail
Arrest & Intake at Garland Jail
Garland PD transports defendants to the Garland City Jail at 1900 W State St for initial processing including identification, fingerprinting, and property inventory.
Hold & Transfer Decision
Garland jail staff determine whether charges are handled through Garland municipal court or require Dallas County prosecution. Most criminal charges that fall under Dallas County jurisdiction result in transfer to Lew Sterrett.
County Transfer
Defendants are transferred approximately 15 miles southwest to Lew Sterrett Justice Center after initial processing at the Garland facility.
Magistration & Bond Posting
After magistration at Lew Sterrett, a bail bond agent can post bond at the 24-hour bond window once the magistrate sets the amount.
Initial Check-In — Required
Within 24 to 72 hours of release, the defendant must report to our office for a mandatory initial check-in. We review all court dates, bond conditions, and reporting requirements. Failure to complete this check-in results in bond forfeiture and a new warrant for the defendant’s arrest.
Bail Bonds We Handle
These are the charges we post bond for most often at Garland City 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.
Garland Bail Bonds
This facility serves Garland, TX. View our full Garland bail bond service page for detailed information about local booking processes, bond procedures, and what to expect after an arrest.
View Garland Bail Bonds →Garland Neighborhoods Booking at This Facility
Defendants arrested in these Garland neighborhoods are processed at Garland City Jail. Act Quick agents post bond 24/7 at this facility.