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Clayton County Jail, Iowa: Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

Clayton County Jail is a correctional facility located in Elkader, Iowa. It serves Clayton County and is operated by the Clayton County Sheriff's Office.

Contact Information

Address: 22680 230th Street, Elkader, IA 52043
Phone: (563) 245-2422
Website: Clayton County Sheriff's Office

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Clayton County Jail, you can call the facility directly at (563) 245-2422 and provide the inmate's full name and date of birth.

Visitation Information and Hours

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

How to Send Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the jail administration directly. They will provide you with the approved methods for depositing funds into an inmate's account.

Phone Calls and Video Options

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

Inmate Services and Programs

Information about available inmate services and programs is not readily available online. Please contact the jail administration for details on educational, vocational, or rehabilitative programs that may be offered.

Security and Management Information

The Clayton County Jail is managed by the Clayton County Sheriff's Office. For specific information about security measures and management practices, please contact the facility directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal and visitation rights. For detailed information about these rights, please consult with the jail administration or a legal professional familiar with Iowa correctional facilities.

Booking and Release Process

For information about the booking and release processes at Clayton County Jail, please contact the facility directly. They can provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring during visitation?

Contact the jail directly for a list of approved items. Generally, personal belongings are limited during visitation for security reasons.

How do I schedule a visit?

Call the jail at (563) 245-2422 to inquire about visitation scheduling procedures and available time slots.

What types of mail can inmates receive?

Typically, inmates can receive letters and postcards. Contact the jail for specific guidelines on acceptable mail and prohibited items.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

22680 230th Street, St. Olaf, IA, 52072

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 563-245-2422 .

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 Clayton 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 Iowa

Iowa Total Number of Inmates

13,549

Iowa Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

24,839

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

267

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

7,261

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

1,521

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

91.77

7,827

Female

8.23

702

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

56.46

249

Detained

36.05

159

Diverted

0.68

3

Prisons and Jails in Iowa