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Petersburg Jail, Illinois: Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

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

Contact Information

Address: 102 S 7th St, Petersburg, IL 62675
Phone: (217) 632-2417
Website: Not available
Email: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Petersburg Jail, you can call the facility directly during business hours. 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 recommended to contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation schedules and procedures.

How to Send Money

Information on sending money to inmates at Petersburg Jail is not readily available online. Please contact the facility directly for instructions on how to send funds to inmates.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Details about phone calls and video visitation options are not publicly available. Contact the jail administration for information on communication methods available to inmates.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information about specific inmate services and programs at Petersburg Jail is limited. Typical county jails may offer basic educational programs, substance abuse counseling, and religious services. Contact the facility for more details.

History of the Facility

Detailed information about the history of Petersburg Jail is not readily available. The facility serves as the main detention center for Menard County, Illinois.

Security and Management Information

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

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Petersburg Jail have certain legal and visitation rights as prescribed by state and federal laws. For detailed information about these rights, consult with the jail administration or a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking and release processes at Petersburg Jail follow standard procedures for county jails. For specific details about these processes, contact the facility directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

The list of allowed items may vary. Typically, inmates are permitted to have basic hygiene products, writing materials, and approved reading materials. Contact the jail for a specific list of allowed items.

How can I post bail for an inmate?

To post bail, contact the Petersburg Jail or the Menard County Court for instructions. Bail can typically be posted in person at the jail or courthouse during business hours.

Are work release programs available?

Information about work release programs at Petersburg Jail is not readily available. Contact the jail administration to inquire about the availability of such programs.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

122 South 6th Street PO Box 139, Petersburg, IL, 62675

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 217-632-2251 .

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 Petersburg 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.

Petersburg Jail Inmate Searcher

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How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

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Petersburg 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