Full Notification

April 14, 2021 – The Harris County Jail passed a recent inspection by the Texas Commission on Jail Standards and is considered to be in full compliance with state requirements.

The inspection of the state’s largest jail, with a population of 8,518, was completed on April 9, 2021.

“I want to commend our team of detention officers, deputies, support staff, and leaders at all levels for their collective efforts to ensure the Harris County Jail meets or exceeds all state standards,” said Sheriff Ed Gonzalez. “We remain committed to making our jail a model facility.”