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Inmate Guide: Granite City Jail, Illinois

Overview of the Facility

The Granite City Jail is a local detention facility located in Granite City, Illinois. It primarily houses individuals arrested by the Granite City Police Department and those awaiting trial or transfer to other facilities.

Contact Information

Address: 2320 Edison Avenue, Granite City, IL 62040
Phone: (618) 877-6111
Website: Granite City Police Department

Locating an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Granite City Jail, you can call the facility directly at (618) 877-6111. Provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information

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

Sending Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the jail directly. They will provide guidance on accepted methods and any restrictions.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls. For specific information about phone services or video visitation options, please contact the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information about available services and programs for inmates is limited. Contact the facility for details on any educational, vocational, or rehabilitative programs that may be offered.

Security and Management

The Granite City Jail is managed by the Granite City Police Department. For specific information about security measures and management policies, please contact the facility directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to attorney visits. For detailed information about legal and visitation 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. For specific details about booking and release procedures, contact the jail directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

The list of allowed items may vary. Generally, basic hygiene items and certain approved personal effects are permitted. Contact the jail for a specific list of allowed items.

How can I bail someone out of the Granite City Jail?

To bail someone out, contact the jail for information on the bail amount and accepted payment methods. You may need to go to the facility in person to complete the bail process.

Are there medical services available at the jail?

Basic medical services are typically available for inmates. For specific information about medical care provided, contact the jail administration.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

2330 Madison Avenue, Granite CIty, IL, 62040

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 618-451-9760 .

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 Granite City 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.

Granite City Jail Inmate Searcher

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Granite City 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