The address of Ellis County Jail is 300 S. Jackson Street in Waxahachie, Texas 75165; and the phone number is (972) 825-4931. Ellis County Jail has an inmate capacity of 859. Jail operation is among the duties of the Ellis County Sheriff. Minimum jail standards are determined by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards (TCJS). Enforcement of jail standards is also handled by the TCJS, primarily by way of jail inspections and increased oversight over non-compliant facilities.

Video Visitation at Ellis County Jail

Visitation is an important component of the rehabilitation of inmates, per the belief of the Ellis County Sheriff’s Office. Many thousands of inmate visits occur every year, giving inmates the opportunity to see their friends and family members, dependent upon good behavior. At Ellis County Jail, the newest technology is used that allows visitation while keeping the facility safe and secure and while not putting additional demand on manpower.

The following are directions for setting up a video visit:

• Register for a new account on the video visitation page.
• Under the menu heading “Video Visitation,” select “Schedule Visit.”
• Once your account is created, you can schedule a visit.
• Access to further directions on creating an account is available online.
• Any questions about video Visitation should be directed to NCIC. Call 1-844-724-2076 for assistance from NCIC.

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