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Mattoon Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Mattoon Jail is a local detention facility located in Mattoon, Illinois. It serves as a short-term holding facility for individuals awaiting trial or transfer to other correctional institutions.

Contact Information

Address: 208 N 19th St, Mattoon, IL 61938
Phone: (217) 235-5451
Website: Not available
Email: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Mattoon Jail, contact the facility directly using the provided phone number. Be prepared to provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation policies and hours are subject to change. Contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation procedures and schedules.

How to Send Money

For information on how to send money to inmates at Mattoon Jail, please contact the facility directly. Online payment systems are not available for this facility.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls. For specific information on phone privileges and any available video visitation options, contact the jail administration.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information on specific inmate services and programs is limited. Contact the facility for details on available educational, vocational, or rehabilitative programs.

History of the Facility

Detailed historical information about Mattoon Jail is not readily available. The facility has served the local community for many years as part of the local law enforcement infrastructure.

Security and Management Information

Mattoon Jail operates under standard security protocols for a local detention facility. For specific information about security measures and management practices, contact the jail administration.

Legal and Visitation Rights

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

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information. Release procedures vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Contact the facility for specific details on booking and release processes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Contact the facility directly for a current list of allowed items. Generally, personal belongings are limited for security reasons.

How can I post bail for an inmate?

Bail procedures vary. Contact the Mattoon Jail or the local court for specific instructions on posting bail.

Are there medical services available for inmates?

Basic medical services are typically provided. For information on specific medical services, contact the jail administration.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

1710 Wabash Avenue, Mattoon, IL, 61938

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 217-235-5451, 217-258-7901 .

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 Mattoon 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.

Mattoon Jail Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the Mattoon 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

Mattoon Jail driving directions

You can use the map plotted on the righ to find the driving directions to Mattoon 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