In-person visitations at the Starr County jail have been temporarily suspended due to an increase of COVID-19 cases in the state. 

The Starr County Sheriff's Office says it requested and received approval from the Texas Commission on Jail Standards to temporarily cease visitations as part of a proactive measure to provide a safe environment for inmates. 

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The suspension will be in effect until Feb. 2, 2022. At the time, the suspension will be re-evaluated. 

Attorney visitations will remain open. 

For any questions, call 956-487-5571. 

The Hidalgo County jail has also temporarily suspended in-person visitations due to COVID-19 concerns.