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Benton Jail, Illinois - Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

Benton Jail is a local correctional facility located in Benton, Illinois. It serves Franklin County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates for shorter terms.

Contact Information

Address: 403 E Main St, Benton, IL 62812
Phone: (618) 438-8211
Website: Not available
Email: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Benton Jail, you can call the facility directly at (618) 438-8211. Provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours and policies may vary. It is best to contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation schedules and procedures.

How to Send Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the jail directly. They will provide instructions on acceptable methods for depositing funds into an inmate's account.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls at designated times. For specific information about phone privileges and any video visitation options, please contact the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information about specific inmate services and programs is not readily available. Contact the jail for details on educational, vocational, or rehabilitation programs that may be offered.

History of the Facility

Detailed historical information about Benton Jail is not readily available. The facility serves as the primary detention center for Franklin County, Illinois.

Security and Management Information

Benton Jail is managed by the Franklin County Sheriff's Office. For specific information about security measures and management practices, contact the jail directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to legal counsel. For specific information about legal and visitation rights at Benton Jail, consult with the facility or a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. For details about the release process, including bail procedures, contact the jail or consult with a local attorney.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to visitation?

Contact the jail directly for a list of permitted items during visitation. Generally, items are restricted for security reasons.

How can I post bail for an inmate?

For bail information, contact the jail or the Franklin County Court. They will provide instructions on how to post bail and the accepted payment methods.

Are work release programs available?

Information about work release programs is not readily available. Contact the jail directly to inquire about any such programs that may be offered.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Benton Jail. If you are have completed a Benton Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Benton Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Benton Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

500 West Main Street, Benton, IL, 62812

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 618-439-4504 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Benton Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.
How to lookup someone in prison or jail

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Benton Jail driving directions

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General Stats for Illinois

Illinois Total Number of Inmates

44,959

Illinois Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

88,894

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

225

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

24,744

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

4,334

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

95

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

95.4

27,159

Female

4.6

1,310

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

37.77

315

Detained

61.51

513

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in Illinois