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Inmate Guide: Riverdale Jail, Illinois

Overview of the Facility

Riverdale Jail is a municipal detention facility located in Riverdale, Illinois. It serves as a short-term holding facility for individuals arrested within the village limits of Riverdale.

Contact Information

Address: 725 W 138th St, Riverdale, IL 60827
Phone: (708) 841-2203
Website: Riverdale Police Department

Locating an Inmate

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

Visitation Information

As Riverdale Jail is a short-term holding facility, visitation policies may be limited. Contact the jail directly for current visitation hours and procedures.

Sending Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the jail directly. As a municipal facility, online payment systems may not be available.

Phone Calls and Video Options

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

Inmate Services and Programs

Due to the short-term nature of this facility, extensive inmate services and programs may not be available. Basic medical care is provided as needed.

Security and Management

Riverdale Jail is managed by the Riverdale Police Department. Security measures are in place to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to speak with their attorney. For specific information about legal visits, contact the facility directly.

Booking and Release Process

Upon arrest, individuals are booked into the Riverdale Jail. This process includes fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information. Release typically occurs after posting bail, being released on own recognizance, or transfer to a larger county facility for longer-term detention.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to an inmate?

Due to the short-term nature of this facility, personal items are generally not accepted. Contact the jail directly for specific policies.

How long do inmates typically stay at Riverdale Jail?

Riverdale Jail is a short-term holding facility. Inmates are typically held for a few hours to a few days before being released or transferred to a larger county facility.

Is bail accepted at Riverdale Jail?

Yes, bail may be accepted at Riverdale Jail. Contact the facility directly for specific bail procedures and accepted payment methods.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

725 West 138th Street, Riverdale, IL, 60827

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 708-841-2203 .

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 Riverdale 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.

Riverdale Jail Inmate Searcher

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How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

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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

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Riverdale 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