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Bloomington Jail (Monroe County Correctional Center) Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

The Bloomington Jail, officially known as the Monroe County Correctional Center, is a medium-security detention facility located in Bloomington, Indiana. It serves Monroe County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Bloomington Jail, you can use the online inmate search tool provided by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. Visit their website and look for the "Inmate Lookup" section. Alternatively, you can call the jail directly for inmate information.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation at the Bloomington Jail is typically conducted through video visitation. Visitors must schedule appointments in advance. Contact the facility directly for current visitation hours and procedures, as they may change due to COVID-19 restrictions.

How to Send Money

Inmates can receive money through several methods:

  • Online: Through JailATM
  • Kiosk: Located in the jail lobby
  • Mail: Send money orders to the jail address, including the inmate's full name and booking number

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates can make collect calls or use pre-paid phone accounts. Video visitation is available through the jail's designated system. Contact the facility for current rates and procedures.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Bloomington Jail offers various programs to inmates, including:

  • Educational classes
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Religious services
  • Work release programs (for eligible inmates)

Security and Management Information

The Monroe County Correctional Center is managed by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. It employs trained correctional officers and uses modern security measures to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. All other visitation is subject to jail policies and procedures. Inmates also have the right to file grievances and access medical care.

Booking and Release Process

Upon arrival, inmates go through a booking process that includes fingerprinting, photographing, and a medical screening. Release procedures vary depending on the inmate's status (e.g., posting bail, completion of sentence, or transfer to another facility).

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to an inmate?

Inmates are generally not allowed to receive items directly from visitors. Most personal items must be purchased through the jail's commissary system.

How do I post bail for an inmate?

Bail can be posted at the Monroe County Jail in person. You'll need to bring the full bail amount in cash or a cashier's check, along with proper identification.

Are there medical services available for inmates?

Yes, the Bloomington Jail provides basic medical care to inmates. For specialized care, inmates may be transferred to outside medical facilities.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

220 East Third Street, Bloomington, IN, 47404

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 812-339-4477 .

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 Bloomington 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 Bloomington 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

Bloomington Jail driving directions

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

General Stats for Indiana

Indiana Total Number of Inmates

43,287

Indiana Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

99,763

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

335

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

6,136

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

3,940

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

3,719

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

90.98

20,796

Female

9.02

2,061

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

67.79

783

Detained

28.83

333

Diverted

2.34

27

Prisons and Jails in Indiana