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Decatur County Jail, Indiana: Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

Decatur County Jail is a correctional facility located in Greensburg, Indiana. It serves Decatur County and houses both male and female inmates awaiting trial or serving shorter sentences.

Contact Information

Address: 601 S. Ireland Street, Greensburg, IN 47240
Phone: (812) 663-8125
Website: https://decaturcounty.in.gov/sheriff/jail/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Decatur County Jail, you can:

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours and policies may vary. Contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation schedules and requirements.

How to Send Money

To send money to an inmate at Decatur County Jail, you can:

  • Use the TouchPay kiosk located in the jail lobby
  • Send a money order by mail to the jail address, including the inmate's full name and booking number

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make collect calls or use a prepaid phone account. Contact the jail for specific information on phone services and any available video visitation options.

Inmate Services and Programs

Decatur County Jail may offer various services and programs to inmates, which could include:

  • Educational programs
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Religious services
  • Work release programs (for eligible inmates)
Contact the jail for specific information on available programs.

Security and Management Information

The Decatur County Jail is operated by the Decatur County Sheriff's Office. It follows standard security protocols for a county-level correctional facility.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and visitation. For specific information on legal visits and attorney contact procedures, please contact the jail directly.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. Release procedures may vary depending on the circumstances of the inmate's confinement. Contact the jail for specific information on booking and release processes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring during visitation?

Visitors are typically not allowed to bring personal items into the visitation area. Contact the jail for a list of permitted items and visitation rules.

Can I send mail to an inmate?

Yes, you can send mail to inmates at Decatur County Jail. Address the envelope with the inmate's full name and booking number, and use the jail's mailing address.

Are work release programs available?

Work release programs may be available for eligible inmates. Contact the jail administration for information on eligibility criteria and application procedures.

What medical services are provided to inmates?

The jail provides basic medical care to inmates. For specific information on medical services, contact the jail's medical department or administration.

How can I report a concern about an inmate's well-being?

If you have concerns about an inmate's well-being, contact the jail administration directly. They will have procedures in place to address such concerns.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

119 East Railroad Street, Greensburg, IN, 47240

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 812-663-8125 .

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 Decatur County 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.
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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