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Effingham County Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Effingham County Jail is a detention facility located in Effingham, Illinois. It serves as the primary correctional institution for Effingham County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 101 N 4th St, Effingham, IL 62401
Phone: (217) 342-2101
Website: Effingham County Sheriff's Office - Jail Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Effingham County Jail, you can call the facility directly at (217) 342-2101 or use the online inmate search tool provided by the Illinois Department of Corrections website.

Visitation Information and Hours

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

How to Send Money

Inmates can receive money through various methods. Contact the jail for specific instructions on how to send money to inmates.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls during designated times. For information on phone services and video visitation options, please contact the facility directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Effingham County Jail may offer various services and programs to inmates, such as educational courses, religious services, and counseling. Contact the jail for specific information on available programs.

Security and Management Information

The Effingham County Sheriff's Office is responsible for the management and security of the jail. For detailed information about security measures and management policies, please contact the facility.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal and visitation rights. For specific information about these rights, consult with the jail administration or a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. Release procedures may vary depending on the circumstances of the case. Contact the jail for detailed information about booking and release processes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have certain approved items. Contact the jail for a list of permitted items.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

Mail can be sent to inmates at the jail's address. Include the inmate's full name and booking number on the envelope.

What are the medical services available to inmates?

The jail provides basic medical services to inmates. For specific information about medical care, contact the facility directly.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Effingham Jail. If you are have completed a Effingham 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 Effingham 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 Effingham Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

206 East Section Avenue, Effingham, IL, 62401

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 217-347-0774, 217-342-5331 .

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 Effingham 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

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the Effingham Jail inmate search website

Step 2


Enter inmate id and personal information

Enter the inmate personal informations in the required fields

Step 3


Enter inmate id and personal information

Click on the 'Submit' button

Effingham Jail driving directions

You can use the map plotted on the righ to find the driving directions to Effingham Jail.

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