What the public roster shows, what it doesn't, and where to find more.
If you’re searching for Mesquite jail mugshots, the city’s official public roster won’t have them. It lists names, charges, and bond amounts but no photos. Booking photos are taken during the intake process but are not published on the city’s public jail page. Here’s what you can access and through what channels.
The City of Mesquite’s public jail list at apps.cityofmesquite.com/police_web/jail/index.php shows everyone currently in custody with their charges and bond amounts. It’s a live page that updates as people come in and out.
What it does not show: photos, booking dates, dates of birth, inmate ID numbers, or prior arrest history. The roster is limited to current custody status. It is built for families to confirm someone is in custody and see the bond amount, not as a comprehensive arrest record.
Yes. According to the City of Mesquite’s official FAQ, booking includes “a photograph and fingerprints.” These are taken as part of the intake process. They’re part of the official arrest record, but not published on the public roster page.
For official records including booking photos, the process goes through the Mesquite Police Department directly. Texas is a public records state under the Texas Public Information Act, arrest records and booking photos are generally public record once a case is processed.
Contact the Mesquite Police Department:
Requests may be submitted in person or in writing. Processing times vary.
For felony arrests, people transfer from Mesquite Police Jail to Dallas County Jail (Lew Sterrett Justice Center) within 24–48 hours. Dallas County’s jail lookup at dallascounty.org/jaillookup/ may include more detailed booking information for inmates currently in their system.
For the full transfer process, see what happens after a felony arrest in Mesquite.
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No. The official City of Mesquite jail roster shows names, charges, and bond amounts only, no photos. Booking photos are taken during intake but are not on the public roster page.
Inmate SearchSubmit a public records request to the Mesquite Police Department at 777 N Galloway Ave or call (972) 216-6261. Texas arrest records are public record under the Texas Public Information Act.
Inmate SearchThe public roster only shows current custody. Once someone is released or transferred, they're removed. For historical booking records, contact the Mesquite Police Department directly.
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