MESQUITE CITY JAIL
777 N Galloway Ave, Mesquite, TX 75149
The Mesquite City Jail serves over 150,000 residents on the eastern edge of Dallas County and processes a high volume of arrests from the I-30 and I-635 corridors. Defendants held here on Dallas County charges are transferred approximately 14 miles west to Lew Sterrett Justice Center for magistration and bond posting. Arrest volume spikes during Mesquite Championship Rodeo season from June through August. Act Quick Bail Bonds posts bonds for Mesquite arrests 24/7 — call (214) 744-1414 for immediate help.
About Mesquite City Jail
The Mesquite City Jail at 777 N Galloway Ave serves as the primary holding facility for the Mesquite Police Department, covering a city of over 150,000 residents on the eastern edge of Dallas County. The facility processes arrests from the I-30 and I-635 corridors, two of the busiest traffic arteries in eastern Dallas County. Defendants facing Dallas County charges are transferred approximately 14 miles west to Lew Sterrett Justice Center. Mesquite's position near the Dallas-Kaufman county line means some arrests in the far eastern portions of the city may involve Kaufman County jurisdiction.
How to Post Bond at Mesquite City Jail
Arrest & Intake at Mesquite Jail
Mesquite PD processes arrested individuals at 777 N Galloway Ave, including identification, fingerprinting, and medical screening as needed.
Classification & Hold
Jail staff determine the jurisdiction and charge level. Most criminal charges that fall under Dallas County jurisdiction are flagged for transfer to Dallas County at Lew Sterrett Justice Center.
Transfer to Lew Sterrett
Defendants are transported approximately 14 miles west to Lew Sterrett via I-30 after initial processing at the Mesquite 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 Mesquite 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.
Mesquite Bail Bonds
This facility serves Mesquite, TX. View our full Mesquite bail bond service page for detailed information about local booking processes, bond procedures, and what to expect after an arrest.
View Mesquite Bail Bonds →Mesquite Neighborhoods Booking at This Facility
Defendants arrested in these Mesquite neighborhoods are processed at Mesquite City Jail. Act Quick agents post bond 24/7 at this facility.